Using our expertise as a major supplier of information systems to train operating companies, we are bidding for similar projects in road transport. Racal is a lead partner in the CityLink Telecommunications consortium supplying the London Underground's new radio and telecommunication network known as the Connect project. In terms of geographical reach, we are one of the largest third-party telecommunications maintenance businesses in Britain. The specialised understanding and skills of our people have made the difference in these and all our projects. For example, we appreciate the implications of electronic commerce and the security issues surrounding its growth.
Passenger safety is of utmost importance in the transport sector.
Our Satcom systems, developed in conjunction with Honeywell, have been ordered by numerous airline operators. The largest single order for Satcom came from British Airways for its long haul fleet and included an option to equip up to seven Concordes. In addition, Swissair ordered systems for its new short-haul aircraft and we've been working with the U.S. Air Force on a military implementation. Communications Recording Racal is one of the world's largest and best known manufacturers of professional recording equipment for users who must log and analyse critical information. Customers include call centres, financial institutions and wholesale trading organisations, air traffic control operations, and emergency services such as police and fire departments.