Monday, November 6, 2017 TodayThe Official Show Daily 1 Military Deployed for Flood Relief Operations, Prime Minister

By MG Mahmud 31-Nov 3, 2017. At the same time, deputy prime minister for security affairs and de- : As ’s force modern- fence minister Gen Prawit Wongsuwon has isation plan is being implemented with its directed military commanders to help citi- latest defence budget, the government has zens affected by flooding as the rehabilita- deployed its military for disaster relief du- tion effort takes place once waters subside. ties with the onset of floods. Defence ministry spokesman Lt Gen Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha Kongcheep Tantrawanich said Gen Prawit has ordered the authorities to speed up re- Wongsuwon has instructed the command- lief operations at a dozen flooded areas in ers of the nation’s armed forces to work to- the central region, and to prepare for rain- gether in reaching out to citizens impacted storms in the southern region during Oct by flooding, especially as the north, north-

The Bangkok Show PM Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha east and central regions continue to con- tend with downpours and flooding deluges. Returns in Full Force The deputy prime minister told military by ADJ Team show, the defence and security fair for land, commanders to monitor and assess flood- sea and air will be held over from Nov 6-9 continued on page 6 BANGKOK: Thailand’s defence show, al- at the IMPACT exhibition and convention ready recognised as one of Asia’s largest centre, with manufacturers showcasing key tri-service military and security event, their state-of-the art equipment, systems is now regarded by the industry as a huge and weaponry to meet the requirements of NIMR Targets success. The latest iteration of the De- the military and law enforcement agencies. fense & Security exhibition opens here The show is now recognised as one the ASEAN, First today as major industry players return to world’s most important tri-service and se- the kingdom’s capital city to woo Thailand curity exhibitions. The 2017 iteration of the International and countries in the region with their latest exposition is some 30% bigger than the wares. Dubbed as the Bangkok defence previous edition. continued on page 3 Deal Bagged By Mohamed Ghazemy

BANGKOK: NIMR Automotive is bullish on winning and supporting Southeast Asian armoured vehicle programmes right on the heels of its first sale of combat proven ve- hicles outside the Middle East and North African (MENA) region. continued on page 17

Visit ADJ booth R17. For D&S 2017 Today online, visit www.adj.com.my

Today Monday, November 6, 2017 Page 3 continued from page 1...The Bangkok Defence Show.. Visitors will also get the chance to get Latest Equipment from Industry’s Finest immersed in simulated scenarios through Defense & Security 2017 The latest cutting-edge technology from live demonstrations that will be taking place Today more than 400 world-leading military and throughout the event. Among the highlights Team security manufacturers from 50 countries include the cyber defence virtual reality ex- Editorial Team: M Ghazemy Mahmud, are on display. Top names include Lock- perience, showcasing the full range of ex- Kelvin Fong, Adlinna Abdul Alim, Mohd Daim, AK Bolhassan, Isaak Zulkarnaen, Murshid Al-Hafiz heed Martin, Nexter, Leonardo, Beretta, isting cybersecurity systems and solutions Thales, Aselsan, ST Kinetics, Rafael, IMI, taking place at the centre of the Israeli Production Team: William Chan, Ukrspecexport, FN Herstal, Arsenal 2000, pavilion. Mohd Rezualirwan, Fatin Bazilah Norinco, MBDA, Diehl, Trijicon, FNSS, Yugoimport, Saab, Rheinmetall and many Networking Platform, Technical Circulation Team: Ila Ashrap, Haini Aisyah others. The show features 25 national pa- Seminars and Presentations Chairman: Tunku Dato’ Ya’acob vilions from a record breaking number of The Bangkok show this year is set to con- countries including Belarus, , Czech vene more than 30 groups of official dele- Publisher & Editor-in-Chief: Dato’ Syed Hussain Republic, France, , India, Indone- gations led by Ministers of Defence, Chiefs sia, , Italy, , , Pakistan, of Armed Forces, Chiefs of Army, Chiefs of Executive Publisher: Syed Mohd Fazilla Russia, Singapore, South Africa, South Ko- Navy, and Chiefs of Air Force from around Associate Publisher: Hans Keller rea, Serbia, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, the world including the ASEAN nations. , UK, US and Thailand. The list includes high-ranking government Published daily at Defense & Security 2017 by Weapons systems, missiles, tanks, guid- officials who will be attending via VIP tours SHP Media Sdn Bhd which is solely responsible ed weapons, vehicles, marine vessels, of the exhibition. This will provide trade for its editorial contents. Copyright by SHP Media satellites, telecom and electronic defence visitors the opportunity to talk with industry Sdn Bhd, publisher of Asian Defence Journal, equipment are the highlights of the show. stakeholders through Government-to-Gov- 1203, 12th Floor, Block E, Phileo Damansara 1, No 9, Jalan 16/11, Petaling Jaya, MALAYSIA. Fire control systems and launchers cov- ernment (G2G) network meetings between ering all tri-services are also on display. senior government officials, delegations, No part of ADJ’s Defense & Security 2017 Today Internal security technology and related and high-ranking military officers. may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, hardware are also making an impactful There will also be a variety of interesting transmitted in any form or by any means–electronic, presence, with security installers and man- technical presentations that include topics mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise– ufacturers of security products showcasing such as Next Generation Armour Technol- without the prior written permission of the publisher. For the duration of the Defense & Security 2017 guns, bulletproof vests, body armour, jam- ogy, Cyber Security, System of Systems exhibition, ADJ’s Defense & Security 2017 Today mers, CCTV, intruder alarms, access con- for Increased Operational Effect and Cost office will be at booth R17. trol, electronic security devices and more. continued on page 4 Today Monday, November 6, 2017 Page 4 continued from page 3...The Bangkok Defence Show.. Efficiency, Ground-Based Air Defence with Thai Defence Modernisation IRIS-T, Defence Industry Cooperation and Networking between Korea and Thailand, The won the Cabinet’s approval to go ahead with its THB3.2 bil- among others. Visitors will also have an in- lion ($96 million) upgrade and modernisation of its fleet of 14 F-5 Tiger fighter aircraft. sight on doing business in Czech Republic, Under the programme, four out of the 14 aircraft will receive full upgrades, while 10 will as there will be a Czech Defence Industrial undergo modernisation work focused on replacing the aircraft’s radar system. Day organised during the show. The government has also given the nod for the procurement of Korean Aerospace A seminar on “Military Readiness for Industries T-50 trainers. Eight aircraft are planned to be purchased under the $258 mil- HADR Operations” will be delivered by lion deal. The Thai government is diversifying the origins of the assets to be purchased, global experts in the field. In addition, there and not only concentrating to buy from any particular country. Hence, Defense & Se- will also be a special keynote speech on curity provides just the perfect platform for global defence companies to showcase the “The Improvement of Humanitarian Assis- capabilities of their equipment, not just to the Thai military, but to the ASEAN defence tance and Disaster Relief Mechanisms in forces as well. More assets are on the way as the Thai government said that the US Asia and the Pacific” which will be delivered planned to sell four Black Hawk helicopters to Thailand. by a representative from UN Office of the In April, the government approved the first of three planned submarine purchase from Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs. China worth $393 million. The budget for the Yuan-class S26T submarine has been earmarked over a six-year period. The purchase of the submarines shows Thailand’s Flourishing Regional Economy commitment in safeguarding maritime security in the region, although the country is not Currently, ASEAN member countries are a claimant to any sea disputes. As for land defence, the Thai military also gets the nod fully embarked on military modernisation, for the purchase of 10 military tanks from China to replace ageing US-made M41 tanks. making it one of the fastest growing regions The purchase is estimated to worth $58 million. The new vehicles will add to the 28 for military spending in the world. Thailand VT-4 tanks bought from China last year, with an aim to acquire up to 49 tanks in total. is fast following the footstep of its regional brethren, with its economy growing at a fast the budget endorsed by the National Leg- pace in more than four years. In fact, the islative Assembly. The extra money will be kingdom has made a remarkable progress used to increase overall defence spending in social and economic development, mov- which is required for Thailand’s military ing forward to become an upper-income to increase competiveness and enhance country in less than a generation. Citing modernisation of the country’s Royal Thai the World Bank’s report at their website in Armed Forces. This is in line with the Mod- recent September, Thailand has been one ernisation Plan that will see more procure- of the widely cited development success ment of military assets across all the three stories, with sustained strong growth. Eco- services. nomic growth is projected to reach 3.5% in 2017 and expand further to 3.6% in 2018. Power of Partnership With the economy going towards an This year’s iteration of Defense & Secu- upward trajectory, the Royal Thai Armed rity focuses on international cooperation Forces will, without doubt, benefit. Earlier between nations. The show provides a this year, the government has announced credible networking platform for the stake- an initiative called Thailand’s Armed Forc- holders to establish contacts and profes- es Modernisation Plan: Vision 2026. This sional business networks. Under the theme M. Gandhi initiative has a three-pronged approach: of the Power of Partnership, the Bangkok to improve the preparation of the Thai mil- show provides an excellent opportunity for to enhance their capabilities. Held at the itary; to enhance capabilities, and to mod- the stakeholders to build relationships, to well planned IMPACT exhibition and con- ernise related structures. On September increase their footprint in the region and vention centre, Defense & Security 2017 8 last year, the government approved a beyond. With full support from the Thai is organised by GML Exhibition, under the nearly $124 million budget hike for defence Ministry of Defence, the Royal Thai Armed able leadership of its Managing Director, M. spending. The army, navy and air force will Forces and the police, the Bangkok Show Gandhi, who had seen through the growth receive a 2% raise taking the 2017 defence is set to become another record breaker, of the specialised trade fair since its incep- spending to nearly $6.1 billion, according to with regional armed forces actively looking tion in the early 2000s.● 1078 Fpa Show Dailies 216x283 Day1 LRSOV.pdf 1 10/19/17 4:02 PM

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K Today Monday, November 6, 2017 Page 6 continued from page 1...Military Deployed for Flood.. any potential threats facing the country. ing and to work with local administrative The “Modernisation Plan: Vision 2026” was offices to coordinate personnel and equip- given the nod at council meeting in late ment support, asking that they take an ac- February that was chaired by DPM Prawit, tive role in alleviating the situation. Military according to defence ministry spokesman units are to strengthen flood barriers and Lt Gen Kongcheep. The blueprint, pro- enhance drainage where possible and to duced along with the military reform policy, hand out food and relief items to remote he said, looks to improve the armed forces’ communities. Medical as well as rehabili- readiness and armament capability to fend tative services are also to be provided to off threats to the country over the next 10 the public. years. Where floods have begun to subside, Lt Gen Kongcheep said the plan took into Gen Prawit asked that the armed forces consideration security factors and weapons conduct damage assessments and offer needed by the armed forces to match risk assistance to residents. assessments. It has been drawn up in conjunction with Units Deployed Gen Prawit Wongsuwon other major master plans, including the na- Thailand’s National Council for Peace and tional strategic defence plan spanning the Order (NCPO) Spokesman, Col Winthai ter Prayut, has instructed relevant units to next 20 years. It was reported that this plan Suvaree, Oct 29 said Thailand has been assist the flood-affected people efficiently. looks at revamping the Defence Ministry’s affected by many tropical storms and de- The disaster prevention and mitigation cen- management and organisational structure pressions this year. The total accumulated tre of the Royal Thai Army has sent 31 com- as well as industries related to national rainfall to date is 1,798 millimetres, which is panies to help people in the flood-affected defence. close to 2011 when the country was hit by areas in 22 provinces in the central, north- Lt Gen Kongcheep said the modernisa- severe flooding. ern and northeastern regions, according to tion policy over the next 10 years prescribes The spokesman added that the gov- the National News Bureau of Thailand. how the forces can manage to operate dur- ernment has effectively managed the ing two scenarios–in case military spend- flooding before and during the rainy sea- Ten Year Modernisation Plan Gets ing increases in tandem with the country’s son with consideration to the effects on Green Light growing gross domestic product, or in case the public. While there is still flooding in The Defence Council early this year of a tight budget. The military has a clear some areas, the government has a plan had approved a 10-year modernisa- idea on how it can operate to the highest to rehabilitate them, Col Winthai said. tion plan for the armed forces, de- ability with a limited amount of funding, he According to the spokesman, Prime Minis- signed to boost their ability to deal with said. continued on page 10 Jadara Showcases Nashshab RPG Jordanian Company Jadara Equipment & Defence Systems, one of the leading manu- facturers of portable, short-range weapon system introduced the RPG-32 Nashshab with unique specifi- cation and high pre- cision. The weapon has the ability to de- feat modern heavy-ar- moured tanks and soft-skinned vehicles, as well as fortifications and bunkers. The RPG-32 Nashshab is already in service of the Jordanian Armed Forces and sever- al other international armed forces. On May 30, 2013, His Majesty King grenade launchers RPG-32 Nashshab per versions–on ground and on vehicle. Abdullah II inaugurated the production year. Component parts for the assembly of An RPG-32 day/night sight factory was facility of RPG-32 Nashshab alongside rounds are delivered from Russia. established to provide customers with full CEO of State Corporation Rostec Sergey Jadara has also designed, and now man- package and maximum technical support. Chemezov. ufactures a multipurpose remote-controlled Recently, a research and development Production facilities of the plant are system, QUAD based on the RPG-32 centre was established to modernise cur- meant for the release of 60,000 rounds for Nashshab. This product is available in two rent products and develop new products.●

Today Monday, November 6, 2017 Page 8 DSM Dyneema: Safe Guarding You For Ballistic In helmets, Dyneema Force Multiplier Protection Technology enables designs protecting Since its intro- against 9mm FMJ handgun ammunition duction, Dyneema and fragments to weigh as light as about Force Multiplier 1kg. Technology has gar- nered many achieve- For Multi-threat Protection ments, including being Dyneema Anti Stab Technology is the latest used in many prestigious, patented anti-stab material for soft armour applications that answers the industry’s high-profile soft and hard need for innovative advancement in stab armour systems and winning protection. multiple awards for innovation. A vest manufactured with Dyneema An increasing number of top armour Anti Stab Technology provides outstand- manufacturers globally including those ing protection against knives, blades and in the Asia-Pacific region are using other sharp weapons in accordance to in- Dyneema Force Multiplier Technology ternational standards like the UK HOSDB in vests, inserts, helmets and extremity Body Armour Standard and NIJ Standard protection, and in hard armour for heli- 0115.00. It is up to 25% lighter and thinner copters, patrol boats and land vehicles. than current market solutions made with Some of the high profile programmes aramid without sacrificing protection, and include the Generation II Soldier Plate its flexibility provides greater comfort and Carrier System by the US Army, as well mobility to the wearer. as for law enforcement agencies such as In addition, Dyneema Anti Stab Technol- the New York Police Dept and Los Ange- ogy can be combined with Dyneema Soft les Police Dept, plus various elite European Ballistic products to develop the next gen- The Asia-Pacific region has seen an upward law enforcement units. eration of high performance, light weight and progressive pace in defence spending In body armour, Dyneema Force Multi- multi-threat protective gear that meets the over the years, with many countries focus- plier Technology can reduce the weight by specific needs of law enforcement officers ing on upgrading to newer technologies, up to 30% without sacrificing ballistic pro- who face hostile confrontations, as well defence modernisation and equipping their tection, while enhancing comfort and agility as military personnel engaged in urban armed forces. As a result, domestic and re- with fewer layers of material and increased operations. gional defence industries are also seeing a flexibility. A ballistic protection insert panel growth in size and sophistication. made with Dyneema Force Multiplier Tech- Stability and Reliability of Dyneema’s In line with increasing global armour- nology meets the NIJ 0101.04 Level 3+ Body Armour ing trends and soldier modernisation pro- standard at a weight of less than 1kg. It is A recent study on the long-term ballistic grammes, specific requirements for body the lightest and thinnest product in the mar- protection performance of Dyneema Soft armour are also increasing in the Asia-Pa- ket today that can stop multi-hit shots from Ballistic products being used in bullet-re- cific region. These include higher protec- an AK47 (7.62x39mm MSC ammunition) sistant vests was conducted by the Ger- tion performance and additional body area without the need for a strike face which in- man Wildau Technical University. protection at a lighter weight, as well as creases weight. The study presented by Prof Dr M Her- protecting against a wider range of threats. zog and Prof Dr M Hendrix on March 2, In addition, quality, reliability and durability 2017 affirmed that the V50 performance of are also key requirements for qualification. a significant number of field-used (up to Hence, DSM Dyneema continues to be 15 years) German Police vests at the forefront of ballistic protection mate- is consistent with new rials innovation with their ever-expanding vests with Dyneema portfolio of innovative Dyneema next-gen- eration armour technologies and solutions. Soft Ballistics. DSM Dyneema remains highly committed to bringing new technological dimensions aimed at enabling defence and law en- forcement personnel to be better protected while enhancing operational capabilities for any situation on the front line. According to the company, materials innovation is the first and crucial step in enabling the industry to develop next-gen- Furthermore, the study also affirmed eration armour that addresses the evolving the performance stability of Dyneema bal- industry trends and increasing needs in a listic protection panels over a simulated pe- changing world. riod of 30 years.●

Today Monday, November 6, 2017 Page 10 ANKA UAS–A Multi-Role ISTAR System ANKA is a multi-role ISTAR (intelligence, trol sensors and surfaces, qualified avionic put. This link capacity can accommodate surveillance, target acquisition, and re- equipment, and service doors. The system payload, pilot cameras and telemetry/ connaissance) unmanned aerial system is powered by a pusher type heavy fuel telecommand throughput needs up to that is capable of operating day and night diesel engine. It can carry EO/IR HD op- 200km away from ground data terminal and in adverse weather conditions. The tical/thermal/laser multi-sensor system and (GDT). Through hand-over feature oper- system has 200kg payload capacity and synthetic aperture radar (SAR) payloads ations can be conducted over areas out- 24-hour endurance and can fly at alti- simultaneously. The EO/IR payload is ca- side of LOS range. The data link system tudes up to 30,000ft. The aircraft is a fully pable of detecting, identifying, tracking and is fully redundant and works within differ- autonomous system and has 80-85 IAS laser pointing the targets at long distances. ent frequencies. It has encrypted com- Cruise Speed. It has an ATOL (Automatic The SAR payload provides high-resolution munication capability. The system has Takeoff and Landing System) with GPS imagery even through clouds at standoff beyond LOS (SATCOM capability) option and radar based on fully independent range up to 37km, and supports both mari- as well. It is possible to download HD vid- sensors. time and land surveillance. eo via satellite. ANKA has also ATC tran- sponder and UHF/VHF radio on board for Features Telecommunication Capabilities Air Traffic Communication. All airborne The air vehicle takes-off and lands on ANKA UAS has radio relay capability and and ground-based flight control software runway on its conventional tricycle re- optional payloads such as ESM/ELINT and are developed by the TAI (Turkish Aero- tractable gear. The whole composite air- COMINT systems for SIGINT missions and space Industries) design team while pay- frame is composed of a mono-block fuse- wide-area surveillance system (WASS) load hardware and their software items lage, detachable wing, V-Tail, retractable for improved larger area surveillance and are aimed to be developed by national landing gear, dual redundant flight con- reconnaissance missions. The aircraft is partners. ANKA Air Vehicle is controlled equipped with a wide bandwidth line-of- through a ground control station (GCS). sight (LOS) data link with 44Mbps through- Mission can also be observed and ana- lysed in a Transportable Image Exploita- tion Station (TIES) at headquarters that have data network access to the GCS. Forward infantries can also receive real time imagery from ANKA through remote video terminals (RVT) for improving their situational awareness.●

continued from page 6...Military Deployed for Flood.. Analysts said this amount is about 7% of tive to the numbers seen in 2015 (5%) and The 2017 defence budget, which comes the total government expenditure and 2016 (7%). It is also slightly lower than the into effect in October and runs up till Sep- around 1.5% of the country’s GDP. What 214 billion Thai baht ($6.45 billion) figure tember 2017, amounted to 210.7 billion is more notable about the 2017 defence that the defence ministry had requested Thai baht ($6.1 billion). The figure is a mod- budget is the fact that it constitutes the earlier this year. Thailand, Southeast Asia’s est increase of 220 million Thai baht ($6.6 lowest level of increase since the coup in second-largest economy, recorded a sec- million) over the 2016 defence budget, or May 2014. The 2% increase in the 2017 ond-quarter growth figure of 3.5% which is about 2%. defence budget constitutes a decline rela- better than estimated.● Today Monday, November 6, 2017 Page 11

180kW of output and weigh 62kg. They are PBS Velka Bites– able to achieve flight levels of 9,000m with a maximum starting height of 6,000m.

A Leader in Aerospace Auxiliary Power Units PBS Auxiliary Power Units (APU) are used Know-How all around the world in both defence and civ- il aircraft and helicopters. The APUs have an output of up to 100kW. They work as air generators for starting systems and as emergency power and hydraulic sources.

Environmental Control Systems PBS Turboprop Engine TP100. The systems are designed to maintain a comfortable thermal environment in the Velka Bites (PBS) has been a leading PBS cockpit, passenger cabin and cargo holds manufacturer of aerospace technology for of aircraft and helicopters during ground 50 years. The unique ability of PBS to carry Turbojet Engines operations and all flight modes.● out in-house design and development, PBS turbojet engines are designed manufacturing and testing of small jet mainly for missiles, target engines, APUs and environmental con- drones, UAVs, powered trol systems in accordance with global gliders and micro jets. aerospace standards has greatly contrib- They offer an excellent uted to its enduring success in the global power-to-weight ratio, market. Certification is a key competitive compact design, reliable advantage of PBS. The company is ap- operation, low fuel consump- proved by the European Aviation Safe- tion, and starting at high alti- ty Agency (EASA) and has received tudes and at high speeds. the DOA, POA and MOA status. A quality and environmental management system Turboprop and Turboshaft Engines that complies with ISO 9001, AS 9100 and PBS TP100 turboprop and TS100 turbos- ISO 14 001 manages its modern manufac- haft engines are designed for small aircraft, turing processes. UAVs and small helicopters. They develop PBS Turbojet Engine TJ100. Today Monday, November 6, 2017 Page 12 FNSS Accelerates M113 Modernisation

As an OEM-licensed company responsible ballistic threats, based on recent lessons Improving the M113 for upgrading the M113 Family of Vehicles learned from, and evolving conventional The M113A4 is NATO-certified, which is (FoV) throughout their life cycle, FNSS is and unconventional threats. Therefore, qualified by the original manufacturer. This carrying out an integrated modernisation M113 variants will be based on a common configuration significantly improves ease of solution for M113 for current and future mobility platform providing significant sav- operation, safety, reliability, performance requirements. ings in logistics such as spare parts inven- and durability over the M113A1, A2, ACV, FNSS’ sustainability solution meets the tories and a common maintenance policy. YPR and AIFV vehicles. needs of all the M113 FoV for mobility The M113A4 & ACV configuration is based M113A4 delivers significant improve- upgrades, together with specific mission on common subsystems which are in ser- ments on mobility and survivability com- modules required by any variant to meet vice with the land forces of Turkey, Middle pared to older M113 FoV, consisting of its mission. The M113A4 by FNSS includes East and South-East Asia regions. modern diesel engine and automatic trans- a range of improved survivability levels mission. Reliability and durability have against a range of threats from mines and been greatly improved with the installation of the FNSS-developed ACV power pack providing 350hp engine coupled to a X200 automatic transmission. The solution closely matches the ACV ve- hicles that have been tested several times Today Monday, November 6, 2017 Page 13 between -20 to +60°C weather conditions The main features of the modernisation platform has proven itself to be the most and all terrains. In addition, the M113A4 solution offered by FNSS are as follows: cost-effective IFV support weapon. has undergone a full desert mobility test- ►Survivability: Priority is given to the en- ►Mobility: Improvement of drive systems ing and which was successfully completed, hancement of mine and ballistic protection and power pack ensuring high power-to- covering over 2,000 miles. levels, mine resistant seats, protection lin- weight, delivering mobility performance in This improvement in reliability and du- ing (spall liner) applications, dual-stage au- all terrains and environments. rability ensures that during operational de- tomatic fire extinguishing and suppression FNSS CEO, K Nail Kurt, highlights the ployment, there is a minimum of downtime systems, an NBC System with new indige- company’s modernisation capabilities as for the vehicles, thus, releasing valuable nously produced filters, air conditioning for follows: “FNSS is one the world’s most maintenance personnel for other tasks. the crew, and the RPG protection net. experienced companies in the modernisa- This also guarantees maximum time for ►Situational Awareness: Close range tion of M113 and ACV class vehicles. For a operational deployment by the user. situational awareness system, acoustic long time, we have been operating a state- This next-generation modernised gunshot detection system and laser warn- owned facility in a Gulf country, upgrading M113A4 FoV provides the user a reliable ing system. and moderating M113A1/A2 to M113A4. simple-to-operate vehicle with an operation- ►Firepower: Remote-Controlled Weapon The M113A4 closely matches the US Ar- al service life more of more than 20 years. System (RCWS) with integrated acoustic my’s latest M113-A3. Among the M113s There are nearly 80,000 M113 and ACV gunshot detection system. FNSS also of- around the world, these FNSS vehicles worldwide. These vehicles are continuous- fers solutions for a range of medium calibre stand out as the most modern and highest ly used in various operations, and FNSS’ weapon system from 25mm to 30mm with performing light-tracked combat vehicles.” survivability upgrade offers the most ad- manned or unmanned turrets. The Saber The FNSS M113A4 solution fully meets vanced protection solution with a range of 25mm manned turret is in service in both the requirements for a modern reliable options for improved firepower. Southeast Asia and Gulf countries. The M113 FoV into the 21st century.● Today Monday, November 6, 2017 Page 14 ASELSAN Remote Controlled Weapon Systems As of today, ASELSAN products and sys- tems have been exported to almost 50 30mm stabilised naval gun countries throughout the world including system (SMASH). EU and NATO member countries. ASEL- SAN Remote Controlled Weapon Systems (RCWS) are currently in the inventory of 13 countries worldwide including Malaysia and Philippines. ASELSAN’s weapon system is a remote- ly controlled and stabilised pedestal with in- dependent electro optic suite consisting of thermal camera, day TV camera and laser range finder. The system has automatic tar- get detection/tracking capabilities as well as night operation under harsh weather and terrain conditions. The main function of the system is better locating and tracking (automatic when desired) the target as well as maximising the hit accuracy while pro- viding maximum security for the gunner. The system has tracking and firing ability with a very high hit accuracy. It can be fed via two separate ammunition lines selected by the operator, using the remote operating panel. As opposed to fixed sight systems, High Accuracy Stabilised Gimbal (HASG), which can rotate in elevation and azimuth axes relative to turret, is integrated to the system. HASG ensures effective firing at long distances by enabling electro-optic units stay on the target at all times, even during the firing where ballistic correction is applied to the gun. Furthermore, sur- veillance without aiming gun to the target and video tracking are possible with HASG integration. Dual feed automatic cannon installed on the system is capable of firing 200 rounds per minute.

Stabilised advanced remote weapon platform–7.62mm/12.7mm/40mm AGL interchangeable (SARP and SARP-DUAL). Today Monday, November 6, 2017 Page 15

30mm Stabilised Naval Gun System The RCWS Family STAMP (12.7mm Stabilised (SMASH) ASELSAN Remote Controlled Weapon Platform), STAMP-G (Stabilised Machine Due to the stabilisation feature, the system Systems family vary from 7.6mm machine Gun Platform-12.7mm Gatling Gun), STOP can perform precise firings against station- gun to 40mm and can (25mm Remote Controlled Stabilised Naval ary or moving targets while the platform be integrated on any type of naval or land Gun System), SMASH (30mm Stabilised is on-the-move. This shoot-on-the-move platform according to the usage concept. Naval Gun System), SARP (Stabilised Ad- capability is very important for crew surviv- vanced Remote Weapon Platform–7.62m- ability, especially when faced with multiple m/12.7mm/40mm AGL interchangeable), armed adversaries shooting from different SARP-M134 and NEFER (25/30mm Un- directions. manned Turret) are other indigenous In order to ensure security of the home products designed and developed by platform, the profile of the system is spe- ASELSAN.● cifically designed for minimising radar cross-section for naval applications while 12,7mm stabilised machine gun platform (STAMP). firing zone restrictions both in azimuth and elevation can be introduced according to the platform structure in concern. The system can be automatically slewed onto targets assigned by a command control system. Its advanced fire control computer incorporating sophisticated algo- rithms maximises the hit probability of the system. Proven capability of the system demon- strates that, with the help of stabilisation feature, remote control ability and integrat- ed electro-optic sensors, the firing accu- racy is dramatically improved, compared to the manual use of the same weapons, against stationary or moving targets while the platform is on the move even in adverse environmental conditions.

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NexterKNDS105LG1_194x127_VA.indd 1 09/10/2017 16:51 Today Monday, November 6, 2017 Page 16 POF: The Force Behind the Forces of commercial explosives, dynamites and detonators, among others, are also includ- ed in its product range. POF upholds strin- gent quality benchmarks, which is the hall- mark of all its products. All POF production units and their subsidiaries hold ISO 9001 and 2000, ISO 14001 Health and Environ- Pakistan Ordnance Factories mental Standards, ISO 17025 Standards (POF), Pakistan’s largest and flag- and OHSAS-18001 Lab Safety Standards ship defence industrial complex, is certifications. situated at Wah Cantonment, about 40km from Islamabad, near the Exports historical city of Taxila. During POF is utilising its additional production World War II, Britain established capability to export its products to over 40 16 arms manufacturing factories countries around the globe. This not only in the subcontinent to fulfil its yields precious foreign exchange but also needs for eastern war front. makes significant contribution to national All those factories were economy. In addition to this, POF is a regu- situated in areas, that lar participant in defence exhibitions all over became part of India after the world, which is being instrumental in in- independence, and there was creasing the exports of its products. no defence industry in Pakistan at that time. The government of Pakistan realised the importance of security needs and Khawa- ja Nazimuddin, the second Prime Minister of Pakistan laid the foundation of Pakistan Ordnance Factories on Dec 28, 1951.

Arms for Pakistan’s Defence By the end of the 50’s, POF was produc- ing arms and ammunition on very limited scale. It however, progressed very well and in the present day, has become a gigantic defence organisation running 26 industries and employing as many as 26,000 employ- ees. Fourteen of these units are solely for the purpose of focusing on hardcore de- fence products while 12 units are working as subsidiaries. The vision that runs through the creation Products of Exceptional Quality of POF is provision of arms and ammuni- POF boasts a wide range of products, which Future Targets tion to Pakistan’s defence forces in war and includes automatic rifle, light, medium and Today as the global defence industry be- peace times. Running the organisation on , anti-aircraft weapons, comes more and more competitive, POF is commercial lines is also part of its vision. aircraft bombs, shoulder fire rocket, mul- also modernising its products by employing ti-barrel rockets and hand grenades, var- skilled workforce and the latest technolo- ious types of fuses, packing material and gy. The current management of POF is not plastic products. In addition, different types only aware of the changing global trends, but it is also taking practical steps to ensure the organisation remains up to date at the same. In this respect, POF is following a policy of self-reliance to be able to embrace the modern trends of the 21st century to continue the production of quality arms and ammunitions.● Today Monday, November 6, 2017 Page 17

INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR Date: November 7, 2017 Time: 13.00-16.45hrs Location: AMBER Room 2

The highlighted international seminar on ‘Military Readiness for HADR Operations’ will be featured in the form of panel discus- sion delivered by global experienced experts in the field. In addition, there is also special keynote speech on “The Improvement of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Re- lief Mechanisms in Asia and the Pacific’’ which will be delivered by representative from UNOCHA ROAP. The seminar primar- gency response phase and critical time and Remarks: Free admission ily aims to share experiences and challeng- initiate and stimulate the industry to devel- Pre-registration is required at es arising HADR Operations in disaster Asia op and manufacture equipment needed for www.asiandefense.com. Pacific regions, outline the logistics support HADR operations especially on self-suffi- The official language is English and Thai and sustain communication during emer- cient of any national assisting HADR team. with simultaneous Interpretation. continued from page 1...NIRM Wins.... Strengthening Partnership More Ajban to Follow “2018 will see NIMR focus heavily on the Speaking on the importance of the an- Receiving high marks for quality, durabili- Southeast Asian market with partnerships nouncement, NIMR’s CEO Dr Fahad Saif ty and mobility against the rough terrain of and collaborations signed with leading com- Harhara Al Yafei said, “Our contract with Turkmenistan’s border region, the Ministry of panies,” CEO of NIMR Dr Fahad Saif Har- Turkmenistan represents an important mile- Defence decided to advance its relationship hara Al Yafei said. The company plans to stone for our company as it validates the with NIMR to a formal status, requesting an build on the already strong reputation and quality and competitiveness of our vehicles undisclosed number of AJBAN LRSOVs in further expand its reach as the region over- in the global marketplace. Furthermore, it il- bespoke configurations. The vehicles are haul and modernise its armoured vehicle lustrates the close and enduring relationship designed for long-range reconnaissance fleets, he added. between the UAE and Turkmenistan.” missions, and are helicopter transportable, The subsidiary of the UAE’s Emirates The agreement follows the steady growth capable of accessing all terrains and custo- Defence Industries Company (EDIC), an- of NIMR’s relationship with the Ministry of misable to accommodate a range of specific nounced its first international contract to Defense and Armed Forces of Turkmeni- equipment. export its vehicles outside of the MENA re- stan. Previously, eight NIMR Ajban 440A The vehicles were formally delivered in gion through an agreement with the Ministry vehicles, provided to Turkmenistan through October where they were featured at the of Defence and Armed Forces of Turkmen- a government-to-government arrangement, Turkmenistan Independence Day Parade. istan. The announcement was made just underwent extensive trials before being NIMR is the leading manufacturer of light ahead of Defense & Security 2017 exhibition operationally deployed in a border security and medium-weight wheeled military vehi- which begins here today. role. cles in the Middle East and North Africa re- NIMR is exhibiting a range of its leading gion, based in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab vehicles, developed to address the threat Emirates.● landscape of central and Southeast Asia, a company statement said. The agreement, which covers an initial order of NIMR’s leading Special Forces plat- form, the AJBAN Long-range Special Oper- ations Vehicles (LRSOV), is testament to the company’s growing international footprint. Today Monday, November 6, 2017 ►From D&S 2017 Organiser’s Office Page 18

DSME Naval Ships for Asia employees today. It is renowned worldwide which means that they have passed strict Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineer- for its responsibility, reliability, high perfor- qualifying tests to allow their use by NATO ing (DSME) has made a remarkable impact mance and commitment. forces. This is only one example of the in the global market since its foundation The wide range of small calibre am- brand’s international success. Fiocchi is in 1973. Since its entry into the naval ship munitions is appreciated for hunting, clay still a leader in both the Italian and interna- market, DSME has designed and built a targets, law enforcement and defence, tional markets. wide range of advanced naval ships such as well as in particular sectors of indus- The passion and creativity that has driv- as submarines, destroyers and frigates for try, such as nail guns and animal slaugh- en this family of entrepreneurs since 1876 the Republic of Korea Navy. DSME is suc- ter. Fiocchi’s distinctive feature is that all is still vibrant today in the fourth generation cessfully expanding its business area over product components are manufactured in that now runs the company. The launch of the world with the services ranging from its facility. The company also ensures on- new product lines and investments in inno- design, construction, ILS, crew training and going research and flexible production; this vation, research, and technologies always local construction with technology transfer. combination makes Fiocchi a winner in the keep Fiocchi one-step ahead. DSME’s excellence in naval shipbuild- world market. ing lies in its superior technology and ex- The wide product range and the specific cellent quality stemming from its pool of characteristics of the items manufactured Hanwha Systems Synergning highly skilled workforce. Besides its over rank Fiocchi as a unique company among Armed Forces 3,000 qualified design engineers, DSME other market leaders. Fiocchi’s sister com- Since 1978, Hanwha Systems has accu- also operates a separate research institute panies are based in the US, the United mulated outstanding expertise, and has with 1,000 top-level researchers. This has Kingdom, Argentina and New Zealand, developed the best technologies in defence been DSME’s main driving force behind its besides partnerships and strategic agree- electronics, becoming a leading company recent winnings of many highly competitive ments all over the world. in defence sector. international contracts. Fiocchi products are NATO-qualified, As a comprehensive solution provider of defence electronic systems for command and control, communication, and surveil- lance and reconnaissance, Hanwha Sys- tems has the latest technologies in a range of areas: mainly radar, optronics, tactical communication systems, combat command systems and fire control systems that work like the brain and nerve of military weapon systems. With successful development of core technologies for weapon systems in a host of areas ranging from KM-SAM mul- ti-function radar (MFR), thermal observa- tion device (TOD), tactical information com- munication network (TICN), military combat system, the company has made significant contribution to force improvement of the military in Korea. What’s more, driven by the company’s consolidation in the year 2015, they have become well-suited to cre- ate synergies with other defence affiliates of the Group and undoubtedly emerging as Frigate Project one of the best defence companies in the The Royal Thai Navy (RTN) signed a local market. contract with DSME to procure the first The success of Hanwha Systems in 3,650-tonne DW3000F multi-purpose frig- becoming a credible company lies in the ate. DW3000F was highly praised by the high-tech defence solutions designed by RTN for proposing customised high-end professional engineers, and active and specifications that were exactly in line with future-oriented R&D investment, which oc- the navy’s demand. DW3000F design pro- cupies a significant percentage of annual vides a platform for securing the best per- revenue. Hanwha Systems, sustained by formance of armament and combat system. its growth and drive to provide the best It hull form gives enhanced seaworthiness, technology in the world, will continuously efficient powering performance and RCS develop technology and skills of the high- reduction feature. The design of the ship’s est quality for innovation and maintaining propulsion, steering and electrical systems global com- takes into account high reliability, redun- petitiveness. dancy and maintainability. DSME held the successful launching ceremony of the ves- sel on Jan 23, 2017 at the company’s ship- yard in Geoje Island, South Korea.

Fiocchi for Defence & Security Fiocchi was established in Lecco by Gi- ulio Fiocchi in 1876, and counts over 650 Today Monday, November 6, 2017 ►From D&S 2017 Organiser’s Office Page 19

►Coverage and interference analysis. ►Forensic analysis. The solution is optimised for operation in urban and rural environments using road vehicles, airplanes, helicopters or back- packs. It requires equipment that is com- pact, light, smart and easy to use. Rohde & Schwarz provides solutions featuring a variety of network scanners, smartphones and advanced software based on Windows 10 computers, tablets and mobile phones. They support fixed installations for 24/7 site protection as well as mobile and camou- flaged set-ups for pursuing intruders. The company’s powerful portfolio also includes quick and easy live analysis and highly so- phisticated post processing.

Rotinor Diver Propulsion Meta Networks Equopping visualisation and real-time analysis of all Devices measurement data (online), the software Rotinor GmbH, located in Stuttgart, Ger- Republic of Korea Navy enables users to carry out in-depth post many is well-recognised as the leading Meta Networks, based in Korea, is a lead- processing and long-term analysis (offline). manufacturer of diver propulsion devices ing company that provides solutions in the Due to the predominant importance of (DPD) for military applications. area of smart security, network equipment, wireless communications, law enforcement Furthermore, Rotinor is the only manu- military defence, and medical industry. De- officials, security agencies, defence organ- facturer that employs jet propulsion with- fence division of Meta Networks has initi- isations and political users must be able to in their innovative DPD design. Through ated research and development of military retrieve detailed and up-to-date information this exemplary innovation and technology, products since 2006 and has supplied most about cellular networks. Rotinor is now establishing itself as the pre- products to the Republic of Korea Navy. ferred choice for global navies and Special Recently, the company has completed the Operation Forces. Rotinor is also the official development and evaluation of DIFAR pas- supplier to NATO, where all vessels have sive sonobuoy in collaboration with the Re- designated NATO stock numbers (NSN). public of Korea Navy (RoKN) and is about Rotinor DPD, is a compact hand carried to launch the platform. A DIFAR passive submersible which will enable the com- sonobuoy is a sensor device dropped into bat-diver the ability to transport himself, the ocean from an ASW aircraft, such as additional team members and equipment the P-3, and used to gather acoustic data over long distances with less time exposed to detect submarines. to open water, resulting in reduced level of North Korea is the most notable subma- R&S NESTOR offers capable and flexi- fatigue, provide extra endurance and an in- rine force in the world. In 2010, an RoKN ble support for government authorities with creased time available in the mission area. patrol ship, Cheon-An, was destroyed by the following applications: Rotinor DPD has been designed so that a torpedo attack from a North Korean sub- ►Identification of occupied mobile radio it is capable to be launched from a number marine. South Korea executes constant pa- channels. of platforms, including OTB, RIB, subma- trol, carrying out anti-submarine warfare by ►Detection of active network intruders. rine, helocasting and para-drop, ensuring deploying surface patrol ship, submarine, ►Position estimation of all mobile radio precise delivery into the designated mis- and maritime patrol aircraft. By utilising the cells. sion area.● DIFAR passive sonobuoy, the RoKN would be able to cope with the threats of North Korea’s submarines. Meta Networks’ son- obuoy has received the endorsement from its excellent performance from RoKN P-3 crews and will be in operation soon. The company will continue to improve son- obuoy performance with RoKN coopera- tion, and upgrade the ability in detecting submarines.

Rohde & Schwarz’s NESTOR– Cellular Network Analysis and Forensic Investigation The R&S NESTOR combines cutting-edge touchscreen software architecture with top-of-the-line mobile radio monitoring and measuring equipment from Rohde & Schwarz. In addition to direct acquisition, Today Monday, November 6, 2017 Page 20 Rheinmetall’s Modern Training Facility for Royal Thai Navy The Royal Thai Navy awarded Rhein- metall’s Simulation and Training unit a con- tract to supply Thailand with a turnkey sys- tem known as the Naval Warfare Training Simulator (NWTS). Worth several million euros, the order includes construction of a new building, including infrastructure. The facility is scheduled to go into operation in the third quarter of 2019. Based on Rheinmetall’s Action Speed Tactical Trainer (ASTT), the Royal Thai Navy’s NWTS will be used to prepare per- sonnel for a variety of combat scenarios, for example, engaging mines as well as surface, aerial and underwater targets. In executing the order, Rheinmetall can draw on its comprehensive expertise in the do- main of maritime simulation, in which na- val forces around the world already place their trust. Here too, Rheinmetall’s tried- and-tested Advanced Naval Synthetic En- vironment (ANSE) software will come into isting Submarine Command Team Trainer erating new, even more sophisticated and play, enabling rapid generation of synthetic (SCTT) and Anti-Submarine Warfare Simu- realistic scenarios in all three of the training scenarios. lator (ASWS) systems, both of which were systems. The new order underscores once In addition, the new training facility can also supplied by Rheinmetall. This network- again Rheinmetall’s leading role in in the be connected to the Royal Thai Navy’s ex- ing capability offers great potential for gen- field of training and simulation.● Second River-class OPV Named in Glasgow HMS Medway, the second of five new Riv- “Today’s naming ceremony is another two Type 26 frigates and the first in the off- er-class offshore patrol vessels (OPV), was proud moment in an exceptionally busy shore patrol vessel class. It is a privilege to officially named on Oct 20, 2017 during a year for our business and the Royal Navy. see yet another ship named for the growing ceremony at BAE Systems’ site at Scot- Following the naming of the firstRiver -class Royal Navy. Named after Kent’s main riv- stoun, Glasgow. offshore patrol vessel in March this year, er, my family has taken a particular inter- Guests watched as Lady Wendy Fallon, our employees had the opportunity to cel- est in HMS Medway over the course of its HMS Medway’s sponsor and wife of De- ebrate seeing the first aircraft carrier, HMS construction and this is a proud day for all fence Secretary Sir Michael Fallon named Queen Elizabeth, set sail for the first time; involved. the 2,000-tonne, 90-metre-long vessel. In the first plate of steel cut for the first Type “From counter-terrorism and anti-smug- keeping with Royal Navy tradition, Lady 26 Global Combat Ship; and the naming of gling to securing the UK’s borders, HMS Fallon pressed the button that released the second aircraft carrier, HMS Prince of Medway will help keep Britain safe.” a bottle of Dockyard Gin from the Wales. We look forward to delivering HMS HMS Medway will shortly embark on sea Copper Rivet Distillery in Chatham, Medway to the Royal Navy next year.” trials where she will be put through her Kent, against the ship’s hull. paces in the open waters off the coast of Iain Stevenson, Managing Keeping Britain Safe Scotland. With a crew of 58, HMS Medway Director of BAE Systems Naval Defence Secretary Sir Michael Fal- is expected to enter service with the Royal Ships, said: lon said: “This year we have already Navy in 2019. named our second aircraft carrier, Earlier in June 2017, the Royal Thai Navy has laid down the keel for its second 90m OPV, which it is building in collabo- ration with BAE Systems. The Royal Thai Navy has a requirement for six 90-metre of the type. The RTN’s first OPV, HTMS Kra- bi, was commissioned in August 2013 and built at the Mahidol Adulyadej dockyard through co-operation with BAE Systems. The OPV was procured in 2009, and the contract for second OPV, worth $170 mil- lion was signed in February 2016 between the RTN and BAE Systems. It is due to be launched in 2018. Both OPV is based on BAE Systems’ River-class platform.● Today Monday, November 6, 2017 Page 21 Thales Systems Equip Thai Military Thales has held a leading position in the naval domain for the past 30 years. A signif- icant number of Thales radars, fire control and command & control systems have been delivered to the Royal Thai Navy (RTN). In recent years, Thales has recorded a number of successes to address the RTN’s blue and littoral water requirements. This has included the delivery of the following combat management and communication systems: TACTICOS Combat Management Sys- tem (CMS), VARIANT surveillance and tracking radar and LIROD fire control ra- dars on HTMS Krabi, built locally by Bang- kok Dock Shipyard. TACTICOS CMS and TACTICOS system console. MIRADOR observation and tracking sys- tem for the Khamronsin-class corvette. TACTICOS CMS and MIRADOR FCS for the first of class patrol gun boat. Nong Sarai), marking Thales’ first success tion suite. Thales will supply the Tactical in the underwater systems and sonars mar- Data Links Link RTN and LINK-Y Mk2 and Full-Fledge Solution for RTN ket in Thailand. As prime contractor, Thales all internal and external communication In April 2016, Thales was awarded two will be responsible for the revised vessel systems as well as be responsible for all significant contracts for the supply of a full design, repairs and modernisation, the pro- integration activities, including the 76mm spectrum of above-water and underwater curement of equipment and the platform gun, 2x 30mm gun and Harpoon SSM. By solutions for the RTN, according to the integration. working together with its naval key industri- company’s website. In one contract, Thales In a second contract, the RTN’s second al partner, and establishing expert teams in was awarded the role of prime contractor Krabi-class vessel will be equipped with Thales Thailand, Thales is building an in- for an extensive upgrade of two Bang Ra- a Thales integrated solution that includes digenous capability with its partners in the chan-class minehunters built in the late the TACTICOS combat management sys- kingdom, in shipbuilding, integration and 1980’s (HTMS Bang Rachan and HTMS tem and an integrated bridge and naviga- providing training and Integrated Logistic Support to the RTN. In addition, Thales is serving the Royal Thai Marine Corps with First Batch of Norinco Tanks digital tactical radios, as well as other key The procurement of the 28 Chi­nese-made capabilities, enabling optimal operation in for Royal Thai Army tanks was approved early last year. challenging environments. China’s renowned defence manufacturer, In early April this year, the Thai govern- Norinco Group hit the Asian jackpot with ment announced the procurement of more Conquering the Land–with Thales the award of the Royal Thai Army (RTA) ar- VT-4 main battle tanks. Thailand will buy In the land domain, Thales has a wide moured vehicle replacement programme. 10 additional tanks on top of the 28 units portfolio of systems and products for sol- In recent October, Bangkok Post reported, ordered from Norinco. The contract for the dier and military vehicle applications. The quoting source from the army that the first extra tanks was reportedly cost around $58 Group has been modernising tactical com- batch of 28 VT4 tanks bought for 4.9 bil- million. The armoured vehicle will replace munication capabilities since 2008, and is lion baht ($147.5 million) from China has US-made ageing M41 tanks, which have continuously working with the Royal Thai arrived in Thailand. The tanks will be com- been operated by the RTA since World War Army (RTA) to offer world-class modern missioned at the 3rd Cavalry Division at the II. The VT4 was originally built for sale to digital communications. Furthermore, the Prem Tinsulanonda Military Camp in Khon Pakistan, but Thailand has become its first group is a major supplier of electronic war- Kaen’s Nam Phong district. customer.● fare equipment, dedicated to intelligence and counter-measure applications, as well as thermal imagers and radars for surveil- lance operations. In air defence, the RTA selected Thales’ STARStreak air defence system in 2012. The system comprises the world’s fastest very-short-range air defence missile and lightweight multiple launch- ers. Following up on this initial purchase, in 2015, Thales signed a new contract to supply the RTA with the second and third batches of the STARStreak. In 2017, Thales works with DTI to sup- port establishing local expertise in the area of vehicle-based digital communications and command systems as well as integrat- ed air defence systems.● Today Monday, November 6, 2017 Page 22 TECHNICAL PRESENTATION

Date/Time Topic/Theme Location

November 6, 2017 13.00 - 14.45hrs Czech Defence Industry Day Amber Room 2 By Czech Embassy

13.00 - 14.45hrs Dyneema Next Generation Armour Technology Amber Room 3 By DSM Dyneema

November 7, 2017 10.00 - 12.30hrs Cyber Security Amber Room 3 By SIBAT (Ministry of Defence of Israel)

13.00 - 13.45hrs System of System for Increased Operational Effect and Cost Efficiency Amber Room 3 By SAAB

14.00 - 14.45hrs Ground Based Air Defence with IRIS-T Amber Room 3 By DIEHL

November 8, 2017 10.00 - 11.45hrs Defence Industry Cooperation and Networking between Korea and Thailand Amber Room 3 By KDIA

13.00 - 13.45hrs Tactical LTE First Responders Amber Room 3 By MER Group

AW139 Supports Queensland’s Helicopter Fleet With world-leading capability, perfor- Modernisation mance, ride quality and cabin space, the AW139 has been chosen for its ability to meet the Queensland government’s oper- ational requirements. These helicopters will add to three AW139s already in ser- vice with the Queensland government, further strengthening the state’s air rescue capabilities and leveraging efficiencies in support, maintenance and training. The new aircraft will be operated by Queens- land Government Air (QGAir), a division of the Queensland government’s Public Safety Business Agency and will be based in Townsville. The aircraft will also serve across all of North Queensland and will be subject to fleet rotation between North and South when needed, in order to en- sure the optimum coverage for the state’s community. This latest order further reinforces the presence of Leonardo in the Australian market with more than 120 helicopters of Leonardo announced on Oct 24 that the performing emergency medical services various models ordered to date for both government of Queensland in Australia has and search and rescue missions over land commercial, public utility and military roles. placed an order for two additional Agust- and sea. The AW139s will replace two old- In the last few years, the AW139 has prov- aWestland AW139 intermediate twin-en- er helicopter models as part of a fleet mod- en to be the most successful EMS helicop- gine helicopters. The aircraft are expected ernisation programme and reduce mainte- ter in Australia with 30 already in service to enter into service by December 2018 nance costs. with various customers.● Today Monday, November 6, 2017 Page 23 Visit ADJ at Booth R17 Visit Nov 6, 2017 11.00hrs-17.00hrs Nov 7-9, 2017 10.00hrs-17.00hrs SHOW DATES & SHOW DATES OPENING HOURS: FLOOR PLAN