SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Oct. 15, 2014 – Cubic Advanced Learning Solutions, a subsidiary of Cubic Corporation (NYSE: CUB), announced today it has joined the EDGE® Innovation Network, a collaborative, open-environment initiative enabling industry and academia, with government input, to work together to enhance the delivery cycle of new technologies and innovative capabilities to military personnel, law enforcement and first responders.
“Gamification is changing the way we learn by using immersive, 3D virtual environments to teach adults in settings and situations that are virtually identical to the ones in which they will be performing tasks. Our solutions are highly effective with the capability of improving retention rates up to 90 percent,” said Bill Rebarick, general manager of Cubic Advanced Learning Solutions. “This partnership with the EDGE® will build upon our momentum in bringing new innovations to our clients globally, and leverages Cubic’s leadership in Live, Virtual and Constructive Gaming training. We are delighted to join the EDGE® as a Technology Member and look forward to delivering new technologies and capabilities that transform how warfighters and first responders perform.”
Pete Palmer, director of the EDGE® Innovation Network said, “The global network of EDGE® Innovation Centers offer an ecosystem for the rapid development of technologies, products and systems that close capability gaps for government end users.”
General Dynamics C4 Systems is the lead technology partner of the EDGE® Innovation Network. There are 17 innovation centers worldwide and more than 475 EDGE® members. More information can be found online at www.edge-innovation.com.
About Cubic Corporation
Cubic Corporation is the parent company of three major business segments. Cubic Transportation Systems is a leading integrator of payment and information technology and services for intelligent travel solutions. Cubic Defense Systems is a leading provider of realistic combat training systems and secure communications. Mission Support Services is a leading provider of training, operations, maintenance, technical and other support services for the U.S. and allied nations. For more information about Cubic, see the company's web site at www.cubic.com.