International Communications Group Honored by Virginia Chamber of Commerce


NEWPORT NEWS, Va. - May 16: For the second year in a row, International Communications Group (ICG) has been recognized as one of the fastest growing businesses in Virginia by the state's Chamber of Commerce.

Now in its 12th year, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce's Fantastic 50 program pays tribute to privately held, Virginia-based companies that have earned the highest revenue growth over a four-year period.

One of only 10 Hampton Roads companies to make the list, ICG improved from last year's 39th place to take the number 20 spot in the Fantastic 50 rankings.

ICG manufactures satellite communications products for the aerospace, general aviation, air transport, military and maritime industries. In 2006, the company posted their largest sales increase to date − 35 percent over the previous year. ICG also experienced a double digit increase in market share in the business aviation sector.

"This award is a reflection of the hard work, dedication and exceptional talents of the ICG team. Our inclusion among such a prestigious group speaks to the superior quality of ICG's products and services," said Armin Jabs, president of ICG. "At ICG, we recognize the needs and challenges of our customers, and through the creativity and technical expertise of our dedicated professionals, we will continue strive for improvement as a world leader in aeronautical communications systems."

ICG is headquartered in a state-of-the-art 115,000 sq. ft. facility in Newport News, Va. and maintains a satellite office in Dallas, TX.

About ICG (www.icg.aero)

International Communications Group, Inc. (ICG) of Newport News, Va. is a recognized leader within the aerospace industry, in the development and manufacture of aeronautical communications systems and solutions for the General Aviation and Air Transport industries. ICG's products provide satellite-based global voice and data telecommunications services for both cabin requirements and flight deck operations. Implementation of ICG avionics provides a comprehensive communications solution that can be customized for any size airframe or application. Products include: CTU systems, corded and cordless handsets, single- and multi-channel Iridium systems and data management devices. Markets for ICG products are the aerospace, military and maritime industries. ICG, a major Iridium value-added manufacturer (VAM) and value-added reseller (VAR), has developed a wide range of Iridium-based solutions and products for mobile satellite communications applications. ICG is an approved FAA manufacturing facility and many products carry FAA Parts Manufacturing Authorization (PMA).

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