# EXAIL DEFENSE SYSTEMS INC. hires K&L GATES, LLP (Budget/Appropriations, Marine/Maritime/Boating/Fisheries)

**Score:** 60/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Client | EXAIL DEFENSE SYSTEMS INC. |
| Client description | Defense navigation, positioning, sonar & unmanned maritime systems provider. |
| Client state | CO |
| Lobbying firm | K&L GATES, LLP |
| Firm state | DC |
| Issue areas | Budget/Appropriations, Marine/Maritime/Boating/Fisheries |
| Specific matters disclosed | Appropriations for advanced navigation, positioning, maritime systems, and uncrewed marine technologies. · Appropriations for advanced navigation, positioning, maritime systems, and uncrewed marine technologies. |
| Registered | 2026-09-22 |

## Why this score
- Lobbying on several issue areas.
- Specific matters disclosed.

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