Harris Corporation Completes Sale of its Broadcast Communications Business to The Gores Group

MELBOURNE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Harris Corporation (NYSE:HRS) has completed the previously announced sale of its Broadcast Communications business to an affiliate of The Gores Group, LLC for $225 million. The price includes $160 million in cash, a $15 million subordinated promissory note and an earnout of up to $50 million based on future performance. The purchase price is subject to customary adjustments.

Harris announced December 6, 2012 that it had reached an agreement to sell Broadcast Communications to The Gores Group, LLC as part of the company’s strategy to optimize its business portfolio and focus on its core businesses.

About Harris Corporation

Harris is an international communications and information technology company serving government and commercial markets in more than 125 countries. Headquartered in Melbourne, Florida, the company has approximately $5.5 billion of annual revenue and about 15,000 employees — including 6,000 engineers and scientists. Harris is dedicated to developing best-in-class assured communications^® products, systems, and services. Additional information about Harris Corporation is available at harris.com.

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