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fter being kept under wraps, mobility and firing trials, the latter The first of these is the Athe French-German KNDS performed in Portugal, with 22 follow-on to the Leopard 2/ Group (Krauss-Maffei Wegmann rounds fired from the 120mm Leclerc MBT, which is called the + Nexter Defense Systems) has smoothbore gun. Main Ground Combat System and unveiled its first joint project, the The standard Leopard 2A7 has a potential in-service date EMBT, or European Main Battle has a three-person turret armed of around 2035. This could well Tank. Essentially a technology with a manually loaded 120mm be brought forward because the demonstrator, with further smoothbore gun, whereas the design of these two MBTs is now development, “the EMBT is a Leclerc turret is fitted with a many years old and the point will Radio logicielle tactique short-term response to the 120mm smoothbore gun fed by a be reached where they can no TRICS operational need of the market bustle-mounted automatic loader. longer be upgraded. page 5 for high-intensity battle tanks”. The Leclerc turret is lighter and The second programme is the The EMBT consists of the KMW more compact, which reduces the future artillery system. Called the Leopard 2A7 MBT platform fitted combined weight by six tonnes. Common Indirect Fire System,  

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Download each issue online at: www.janes.com/Eurosatory Trophée Efficace pour Export Sécurité maintenir l’ordre PAR JACQUES DE LESTAPIS nombre élevé de moyens d’actions incendie, il incorpore également Le Cerberus de Armoric Holding et une protection complète des des équipements de surveillance. du GICAT (France) est un véhicule anti- cinq membres d’équipage. Les Ainsi, quatre caméras haute défi- émeute.Ilaétéconçuparlesfiliales performances de son châssis (6x4, nition et autant de moniteurs 17" dugroupe,Sides-tournéeversles 6cylindres320ch,pourunPTAC permettent aux opérateurs d’avoir PAR BRIGITTE XERRI systèmes hydrauliques de lutte de24tonnes)sontadaptéesaux unevued’ensembleà360°autour Achaqueéditiond’Eurosatory, contre les incendies et fabricant transformationsfaitesparSides du véhicule. Chaque canon à eau le GICAT (Groupement français de ses propres composants - et et Essonne Sécurité. Equipé de dispose d’une caméra supplémen- des industries de Défense et de Essonne Sécurité - intégrateurs pompes à eau haute pression avec taire doublée d’un télémètre laser. Sécurité terrestres et aéroter- de solutions balistiques -, pour trois canons à pression réglable, de Celui-ci calcule la distance du point restres)remetcetrophéeàune lemilitaireetlecivil.C’estlàun réservoirs de liquide lacrymogène, d’impact afin de régler la puissance société française de la Défense véhicule complet qui intègre un de colorant, d’un extincteur à dujetenfonctiondelamenace. et de la Sécurité terrestres et Pour fournir une aéroterrestres exposant au Salon protection maxi- pour son action particulièrement male à l’équipage, performanteàl’export.Hier,ila Essonne Sécurité été remis à la société Sides, PME a entièrement quiproduitdescomposantset blindé ce véhi- des véhicules pour la lutte anti- cule. Il résiste à incendie ainsi que les services des attaques répé- associés. tées, d’éclats ou d’explosions de cocktails divers. Ǡ La cabine du Cerberus (Stand 5bD150) dispose d’un système de surpression empêchant l’entrée de gaz à l’intérieur de l’habitacle 4

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EN BREF Engin simple pour ½ Ces quatre prochaines années, forces spéciales ISIS Analytics (France) et Identa (Israël) fourniront à la Police et Gendarmerie nationales, ainsi PAR JACQUES DE LESTAPIS qu’aux Douanes françaises Pour la DGA, Unac (France) 480 000 dispositifs mono-drogue entreprend la production d’un de détection et d’identification programme de 300 fardiers 4x4 de produits stupéfiants (opiacés, tout-terrain militaires légers, cocaïne et dérivés, THC, amphé- aérotransportables, aérolar- tamines, méthamphétamines, voire gables et héliportables, destinés LSD et GHB), et 200 000 kits multi- auxforcesspécialesetàcellesde drogues (2,1 M€). (Stand 5bD10) la 11ème brigade parachutiste fran- çaises. Livrables dès la fin 2021, ½ L’équipe nationale sportive ilspèsentàvide1000kg,offrent militaire norvégienne utilise pas unechargeutilede900kgetleur moinsdedixmunitionsdifférentes, motorisation est de 35 ch. Quelque dontdescalibres.22,.32S&Wlong, 200 remorques de 200 kg offrant 6,5x55mm,6mmBRNormoet6XC. unechargeutilede350kgles complètent avec les éléments de ½ La Norvège étudie la location de soutien et le MCO (36 M€). (Stands į Le fardier est un véhicule simple et robuste sans aucune deux mini ROV (Remote Operated 5aF20-178-268/Pe6aB451) gestion électronique Vehicle) au profit de ses garde-côtes.

½ Treize millions cinq cents milles Euros,telestlemontantdesobjets “Team on Mission“ promotionnels standards acquis par le ministère français des Armées auprès de Création GLF, Cecop, pour l’Intérieur Full Ace, Gemaco France, Birdy Communication, Studio C et Goodicom (France). PARFRÉDÉRICLERT tion de communication “Push- (Stands 5aF20-178-268) Streamwide (France) a été to-Talk“ sur les réseaux 4G/LTE, fondée en 2001 avec l’idée de incluantdesservicesd’appelsvoix ½ Les Tracker de la Sécurité civile fournir aux opérateurs télécom et vidéo chiffrées, des échanges française vont être progressivement lesmoyensdeprofiterdelarévo- sécurisés de données et de loca- retirés du service et remplacés par lution numérique. Dans le sillage lisation en temps réel. Les unités quelque six avions MRBET (Multi- des opérateurs commerciaux, équipées de ce système seront Rôles Bombadier d’Eau et Transport) le monde de la Défense et de la en mesure de coordonner toutes bi-turbopropulseurs. La capacité sur Sécurité se convertit également leurs actions, simplement en utili- zone des nouveaux appareils sera au protocole 4G/LTE. Et, c’est pour sant des smartphones combi- de 2,5 heures, au moins, pour les avoir correctement anticipé ce nant une interface conviviale et missions GAAR (Guet Aérien Armé). mouvement que Streamwide a un niveau élevé de sécurité et de Unmarchéde308M€assurépar été sélectionnée par le ministère chiffrement. Le contrat, qui vient į L’application “Team on Conair (France). (Stand 5bD10) français de l’Intérieur pour fournir d’être notifié, débouchera sur un Mission“ combine la souplesse sa solution “Team on Mission“ déploiement des applications d’emploi du smartphone à ½ Saltech (Suisse) et Rheinmetall danslecadredel’appeld’offres auprès d’environ 20 000 utilisa- l’exigence de rapidité et de (Allemagne) doivent livrer des PCSTORM. “Team on Mission“ teurs avant la fin de l’année. confidentialité des services grenadesàlaPolicenéerlandaise propose une nouvelle généra- (Stand 5bF261) de sécurité (5 M€). (Stands 6H198/PE6bC240) 5

Download each issue online at: www.janes.com/Eurosatory Une mini radio logicielle très EN BREF ½ La Guardia Civil espagnole a commandé auprès de Beretta tactique Benelli Iberica (Espagne) des munitionsde9x19mmNoTox. PAR JEAN-MICHEL GUHL tique ultra simple d’em- (Stand 6E360) Savox Communications ploi — mais, toutefois, (Finlande) expose un mannequin très élaborée —autori- ½ EnFrance,lacraintedes équipé de sa nouvelle radio logi- santl’usagede4canaux incendies de grande envergure cielle TRICS, tactique multiplex et en clair, ou d’autant de inquiète les départements. Ainsi, multifonction, portable sur l’épaule fonctionsdiversesrépar- les SDIS (Service Départemental ousurgilet.Sescapacitésd’adap- ties entre liaisons radio, d’Incendie et de Secours) du Gard tationàdesmissionsdetypestrès téléphonie mobile, et de l’Hérault recherchent des variés sont nombreuses. On peut intercom et bande 4G/ moyens aériens pour lutter contre même l’utiliser avec des gants, les LTE avec fonction ampli- les feux de végétation. touches en caoutchouc étant très fication de la voix. Les larges. Déjà sélectionné au prin- connecteurssituésdans ½ L’aérostat de type SkyStar 180 temps dernier par un client euro- le boîtier sont protégés contre l'eau į Onnotesurlecœurdu de RT LTA (Israël) est en service péen (non dévoilé) pour ses forces etlaneigeetpermettentl'utili- mannequin l’ensemble radio opérationnel dans l’armée de police nationale, ce système sation conjointe d'une tablette. TRICS compact de la société française.Systèmetactique radio compact personnalisable se L'ensemble reste très léger et finlandaise Savox mobile moyenne portée de présente comme un boîtier anti- robuste. surveillance,ceballongonfléà choc. Il est muni d’une connec- (Stand 6K301) l’helium est relié à une station sol. Il peut emporter une charge de 20kg,telunsystèmede De nouveaux venus surveillance électro-optique jour etnuitstabilisée.Levols’effectue PAR JEAN-PIERRE HUSSON à 1 000 pieds d’altitude pendant Le Masada et le Tavor 7 sont Ǡ LeTavor7avecdes 72heuresetpardesventspouvant deux nouvelles armes individuelles viseurs de Miprolight atteindre40nœuds. venues s’ajouter au catalogue de IWI (Stands 6E751/5aF20-178-268) –IsraelWeaponIndustries.Pistolet àcarcasseenpolymère,chambré ½ Un drone Raven RQ-11B pourla9x19mmOtan,leMasada AeroVironment (Etats-Unis) va estunmodèleàpercuteurlancé, être livré aux Carabinieri italiens. avec détente articulée et sûreté intégrée. Il est doté d’un canon de ½ Le MoD britannique a 104 mm, à axe bas pour réduire commandé plus de quatorze lereculetpermettredestirsplus UAS (Unmanned Air Systems) rapides et précis. Totalement ambi- captifsauprèsdeMarlborough dextre, il est alimenté par chargeur Communications (Royaume-Uni). de17coupsetmuniderailpourle D’une position géographique montage d’un accessoire d’aide au en 7,62x51 mm Otan, disponible réversibles, d’un rail Picatinny, et élevée, ils permettent de surveiller tir. Conçu pour résister aux condi- aveccanonde432ou508mm. d’un garde-main M-Lock pour le et d’observer sur 360° toute tionsd’utilisationlesplussévères,il Fonctionnant par emprunt de gaz, montage d’accessoires. Alimenté unezonetactiquedonnée. mesure189mmdelongetsonpoids avec système à piston à course parchargeurde20coups,ilmesure Leur autonomie Stand-Off est est de 650 g. Egalement constitué brève,ildisposedecommandes 723mmdelongpourunpoids supérieure à 12 heures. d’unecarcasseenpolymère,le ambidextres, d’une fenêtre d’éjec- de 4,1 kg, en version à canon de Tavor 7 est un Bullpup chambré tion et d’un levier d’armement 432 mm. (Stand 6D647) 6

Download each issue online at: www.janes.com/Eurosatory Gunning for the drone BY SAM J BASCH $3.2 million deal for 70 units is mitigation remain embryonic Australia-based counter-drone arguably the largest of its kind in industries that have developed technology provider DroneShield the industry to date anywhere. very recently on the back of a (Hall 6, Stand K517) has just The company expects follow-on growing use of drones, often by announced a major order for its orders, thus cementing its extremists with nefarious aims in DroneGun Tactical by the MoD leadership in the industry. mind. of a “major Middle East country DroneShield secured the While this order is still subject allied with Western governments”. order through Zariba Security, to approval by US regulators, French President Given that the drone an Ottawa-based distributor DroneShield expects it to go Emmanuel Macron inspecting mitigation industry is only a few founded by British and Canadian through. As the company’s the DroneGun Tactical during years old, this is a significant “security and intelligence chief executive Oleg Vornic a recent visit to French Army achievement on the part of the professionals”. commented: “This is a game- Camp Mourmelon company. DroneShield said the Drone detection and drone changer for DroneShield.” Q

The GPS-guided winged bombs Hornet has venomous sting have a glide range of 4km when launched from the Strsljen’s Yugoimport reports that its ceiling of 4,000m, attacking their Strsljen (Hornet) X-01 rotary-wing targets in a near-vertical dive. unmanned air vehicle began Powered by a Serbia-built flight trials last week. The air Phoenix-180 turboshaft engine, vehicle has been developed to the Strsljen has a maximum take- undertake both reconnaissance off weight of 750kg, of which and attack missions, and is 350kg can be payload. A typical equipped with outrigger pylons combination would be 200 litres and an underbelly hardpoint for of fuel with 200kg of armament, external stores. giving an endurance of 3.5 hours. On show at Eurosatory (Hall 6, This can be four hours when a full Stand B571) is a full-scale mock-up fuel load of 240 litres is carried. of the Strsljen armed with 12 Much of the structure – and the small-diameter bombs that are main and tail rotor blades – is currently under development. constructed from composites. Q

   
  

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Turkish defence electronics To complement the Aselpod, specialist Aselsan (Hall 6, Stand the company has also developed B200) is showing some of its a range of precision-guided solutions for precision targeting munitions. A laser-guided bomb series warheads. Small strakes are from tactical aircraft. An system adds a semi-active laser added to improve glide ranges, important system is the Aselpod seeker to the nose of a Turkish- which can reach 15 nautical miles advanced targeting pod, which made Mk 80 series bomb, with a when the weapon is released from has been acquired by the Turkish Paveway II-style fin kit. high altitude. A variety of impact air force for carriage by F-4-2020 With Tubitak-SAGE – profiles can be programmed to upgraded Phantom and F-16 Turkey’s defence industry R&D optimise weapon effects against aircraft, and has reportedly been establishment – Aselsan has different types of targets, ranging ordered by Pakistan for fitment to developed the HGK, a GPS/inertial from a shallow dive (10°) attack to the JF-17 Thunder. guidance kit also tailored for Mk 80 a vertical top attack. Q

operating arms-capable UAVs has the Heron 1, the Heron TP is Heron lands in Germany been the source of considerable a much larger ‘strategic’ UAV BY DAVID DONALD Under the deal, Germany will domestic controversy. powered by a Pratt & Whitney On Wednesday, Germany’s receive seven Heron TPs, of which Intended to run for nine years PT6A turboprop. It is operated by parliamentary committee two will be used for training. They from the latter part of next year, Israel as the Eitan, and has been approved a $600 million deal will remain in Israel when not the contract will provide an bought by India. The German covering the lease of Heron TP required. A separate deal with interim solution for Germany’s lease follows on from a successful medium-altitude, long- the Israeli Ministry of Defence MALE UAV needs until a four- collaboration between IAI and endurance (MALE) UAVs from covers associated equipment, nation EuroMALE project is ready Airbus to lease and support the Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), which may include the supply of for service in the mid-2020s. smaller Heron 1, beginning with which teamed in 2014 to bid for weapons. The issue of Germany Drawing on experience with operations in Afghanistan from the deal with Airbus Defence 2010 that resulted in more than and Space Airborne Solutions. 2,300 missions being flown. In The Germany-based Airbus unit 2016, German Heron 1s began will manage the programme, operating from Gao in Mali, after including all operational support. the Bundeswehr took over the A budgetary rubber stamp is intelligence commitment for the expected later this year. UN MINUSMA operation. Q

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BY CHRISTOPHER F FOSS furnished equipment, All-terrain vehicle Under a contract awarded in including the locally supplied 2016 through the Swedish ESL Advanced Information government, the Austrian Army Technology remote controlled ready for Austria is to take delivery of 32 of the weapon station, which can latest-generation BAE Systems be armed with a 7.62mm or Hägglunds (Outdoor Stand A10) 12.7mm machine gun or a 40mm BvS 10 all-terrain vehicle (ATV). automatic grenade launcher. On The first Austrian BvS 10 the lower part of the weapon completed its winter testing as station are banks of 76mm part of trials in the Alps earlier grenade launchers. this year and the first production Other government furnished vehicles will equipment will include a be delivered communications system and a to Austria in colour camera to provide 360° July 2018, with situational awareness. deliveries running The baseline vehicle has four until 2019. seats in the front and six seats in On arrival the rear, but the rear unit can be in Austria, they rapidly reroled. will be fitted with government It is also fitted with a fire IN BRIEF Puma enters Marder domain

The future is green PSM (Projekt System & company having a Puma AIFV with a Mauser 30mm MK 30-2 air EURENCO (Hall 6, Stand F81) is very Management) (Stand D230, production line. bursting munition cannon and much looking to the future and is External Pe6B) is prime contractor The German Army has placed a 5.56mm MG4 coaxial machine working on new technologies for for the German Army’s Puma contracts for 350 Pumas, gun. A number of capability the next decade. The company is armoured infantry fighting including eight driver training enhancements are to take place. focusing on three areas: customised vehicle (AIFV), which has now vehicles; so far, 200 have been Puma S1 includes 3D printing using fused filament started to replace the Marder delivered, with production improvements in the key areas fabrication and 3D solvent cast 1A3/A4/A5 IFV in some units. running at 66 vehicles a year. of command and control and based on its own Nitrofilm PSM is a joint venture between Final deliveries are due in 2020. situational awareness, with a two- technology, which will allow rapid Rheinmetall Defence and Krauss- The Puma AIFV is fitted with a round launcher on the left side prototyping for energetic materials; Maffei Wegmann, with each remote-controlled turret armed of the turret for the Spike LR anti- new explosive solutions and high- tank guided weapon also to be performance energetics that will included under the S1 upgrade. lead to the development of future The current 5.56mm machine ammunition and bombs, which will gun will be replaced by a 7.62mm be lighter and stronger; and green gun under the S2 upgrade and propellant technologies. Its research Puma will also be fitted with the department has identified six rear grenade launcher, which will ‘green’ stabilisers, from curcumin to be capable of firing lethal or non- alpha-ionone (derived from violets), lethal munitions over the rear arc. which are more environmentally Puma is being offered on the friendly and will reduce exposure export market and was one of to harmful substances for workers the vehicles recently tested in and users. They also represent better the Czech Republic, but the performance, as well as improved final downselect has yet to be chemical and ballistic stabilities. announced. Q 11

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detection and suppression system, air conditioning, NBC Jet contender for close air support system, external stowage boxes and ski racks. Some of the BY DAVID DONALD L-159T1 two-seat version Austrian vehicles will be fitted Having announced a partnership of the Iraqi Air Force with a front-mounted snow- agreement covering technical clearing blade. and marketing aspects in April, The gross vehicle weight is Czech airframer Aero Vodochody being quoted as 16 tonnes, which and Israel Aerospace Industries is too heavy for amphibious announced this week that they use, but a swimming kit can be would be submitting a version of supplied for use when the vehicle Aero’s L-159 light combat aircraft Nevada/Embraer Super Tucano powered aircraft rather than is operating at a lower weight. for the US Air Force’s OA-X close and Beechcraft AT-6C Wolverine those with turboprops. Austria is the latest customer air support competition. The bid invited to participate in the Having built 72 L-159s for the for the BvS 10, which is already is something of a late entrant, second phase. Aero and IAI are Czech air force in the 1990s, deployed by France, Netherlands, but the companies assert that the pitching an advanced version many of which were stored Sweden and the UK, the latter L-159 represents a cost-effective of the L-159, which has seen due to budgetary cuts and being the launch customer for and low-risk option. extensive combat against Daesh subsequently sold on to Iraq and deployment with the Royal The US Air Force has concluded forces with Iraq, claiming that US-based adversary contractor Marines, who call the vehicle the the first phase of its Light Attack the envisaged OA-X role would Draken International, the type is Viking. Q Experiment, with just the Sierra be better performed with jet- back in low-rate production. Q

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BY SAM J BASCH Expal has designed and With an eye on a qualitative manufactured the projectile, fuze improvement in the performance and base-bleed unit as part of of Spain’s artillery gun-howitzers, an MoD partnership programme. the Army Logistics Support Complying with the JBMOU Command has just awarded Expal that ensures compatibility Systems (Hall 6, Stand F133) a with different types of 155mm five-year ammunition contract. howitzers, Expal munitions are In terms of the framework also qualified in accordance with agreement, Expal will supply the NATO’s STANAG standards. Spanish Army with 155mm ER02A1 With the aerodynamically howitzer can now reach a range fuze not only provides greater extended range HE projectiles streamlined ER02A1 projectile of 40km. operational precision but also for the SIAC 52-calibre and and base-bleed that reduces its Improved design features and higher safety levels than when M109A4 39-calibre howitzers. The base resistance, a substantial a larger amount of explosive using a mechanical fuze. munitions will include an EC102 increase in range is achieved. in the projectile enhance its Further precision will soon electronic fuze, a base-bleed unit Firing with six propelling charge fragmentation performance. be able to be achieved with and the DM92ES modular charge. modules, the 52-calibre SIAC Importantly, the electronic the integration of a trajectory

Eurosatory 2018 Daily is a Franco-British production by Jane’s By IHS Markit. Five editions Here comes the Cavalry in English and French were written and produced on site. UH-60M Black Hawk, are Publisher: Kimberley Flanagan represented by examples from Sales Director: Robert Sitch the 1st Air Cavalry Brigade’s 1-227 Show Daily Director: AVN and 3-227 AVN, respectively. Lynne Raishbrook The parent 1st Cavalry French Language Team Division’s 2-8 CAV is Editor: Jacques de Lestapis; presenting the M1A2 Production Editor: Jô Tran; SEP, the upgraded Deputy Production Editors: version of the US Brigitte Xerri and Touchine Army’s Abrams Tran; Correspondents: Jean-Michel Guhl, Jean-Pierre main battle tank. Husson and Frédéric Lert. Outside Hall 5A is another English Language Team collection of US Army Editor: Günter Endres; Deputy vehicles, comprising an M109A6 Editor: Christopher F Foss; Paladin self-propelled howitzer, Production Editor: Lynn also from the 1st Cavalry (1-82 Newton; Deputy Production BY DAVID DONALD Much of the ‘heavy metal’ on FA), while the 2nd Cavalry Editor: Nicola Keeler; The US Army’s famous Cavalry show comes from the service’s Regiment is displaying an ICV-D Correspondents: Sam Basch and hat is much in evidence at famous Cavalry regiments, Dragoon version of the Stryker David Donald; Photographer: Patrick Allen; Operations Eurosatory, thanks to an which are either based in Europe infantry fighting vehicle. Manager: Simon Kay; Online impressive outside display of orarehereaspartofanine- Completing the display of Editor: James Macinnes. US Army firepower sponsored by month rotational deployment. US Army in-service hardware is Printing and Distribution by General Dynamics Land Systems The Army’s latest battlefield a Patriot launch system from the MM print services ltd. and Lockheed Martin, and which helicopters, the Boeing AH-64E 7th Air Defense Artillery, part of Official online version available comes under the umbrella of the Apache Guardian (pictured) US Army Europe’s 10th Army Air at www.janes.com/Eurosatory AUSA-organised US Pavilion. and Lockheed Martin/Sikorsky and Missile Defense Command. Q 15

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Honeywell has recently demonstrated its HSD-400 voice and high-speed data transceiver aboard the UH-60 Black Hawk and CH-53 Stallion helicopters. Such systems expand and ease communications between the platforms and their command and control centres, enhancing encrypted voice transmissions correction fuze for missions that while also allowing the transfer of offers up to four communications the disturbances that can be require such precision on a target high-quality video. channels, each with a data rate caused by the rotating blades of under fire. Designed by Honeywell (Hall of 432kbps. The system uses a helicopter. Compatible with a Expal is also presenting a new 5A, Stand D367) for use on board Inmarsat High Data Rate services range of antennas, the HSD-400 configuration of its EIMOS 81mm both larger fixed- and rotary- to provide a wi-fi capability to is available as an upgrade or as mortar system integrated on a wing platforms, the HSD-400 the platform, and eliminates part of new installations. Q light 4x4 vehicle. Q 16

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Ammunition Famous names investment return to deliver BY CHRISTOPHER F FOSS BAE Systems Land UK is BY DAVID DONALD required separate systems. ATAX investing around £10 million This week the UK-based element comprises interlocking pallets in its ammunition production of the Airborne Systems group has that can be joined together to capability with the decision to rebranded as IrvinGQ, bringing match the size of the load. The during the load’s descent. When build a new production line back two of the most famous system can handle loads from the load lands, the bag bursts a for 12.7mm ammunition at names in parachute history to the as little as 900kg (2,000 lb) up patch on its upper surface, which the Radway Green small arms market. Based in Wales, IrvinGQ to 19,050kg (42,000 lb), which is constricts the escape of air to ammunition facility, adding up focuses on the ‘round-chute’ the US Army’s current heaviest provide a cushioned deceleration. to 10 million rounds a year. systems, while US-based Airborne air-drop load requirement. The This air bag is reusable by the The company is working with Systems continues to focus on system is actually capable of at simple process of replacing the the University of Sheffield’s ‘square’ chute systems. least 27,215kg (60,000 lb) to cater patch. ATAX is now fully certified Advanced Manufacturing Being shown at Eurosatory by for future needs. and ready for production. It can Research Centre to design the IrvinGQ (Hall 5A, Stand C751) Another advanced feature of be used by all major transport new production line, which will is a new aerial delivery system ATAX is a new air bag system aircraft types, including the use the latest manufacturing that offers considerably more for land drops, which currently C-130, A400M and C-17. technology to maximise flexibility in operation, as well employ a cardboard cell A related system from efficiency and quality. as reduced cost and greater cushioning arrangement that IrvinGQ is the transfer safety The British Army has bought safety. Known as ATAX, the cannot be reused and is sensitive link assembly, which ensures significant quantities of .50 modular system can be applied to climatic conditions. The air the load’s chutes do not deploy M2 machine guns, many for to both land and marine air-drop bag drops down from the pallet until the load has safely left the protected weapon stations requirements, which previously by gravity and is self-inflating delivery aircraft. Q (PWS) or remote weapon stations (RWS) installed on British Army and Royal Marines platforms. The Norwegian From land and sea to space Kongsberg RWS is becoming the UK’s standard RWS and is BY SAM J BASCH features, including white hot/ active area diameter, captures usually armed with a stabilised An impressive array of photonic black hot and electronic zoom, even more photons, and with .50 M2 machine gun. While technologies greets visitors to enables the detection of a main built-in heating elements, referred to as a 12.7mm round, the UK-based Excelitas Qioptiq battle tank at more than 25km. enables an increase in effective it is more correctly called the display in Hall 5A, Stand responsivity. .50 cal round, with the gun B740. On show at Excelitas is well entering service back in 1933. Eurosatory are established in the BAE Systems Land UK has sighting systems, space sector for already established new surveillance and its solar cell cover- production lines for 5.56mm target acquisition glass and optical and 7.62mm ammunition at cameras, such as solar reflectors Radway Green and has won the new CheetIR-C (OSRs). OSRs are significant export orders for MWIR continuous zoom, employed on civilian both calibres. Total investment sensors and detectors, as well as In the sensor domain, Excelitas and military satellite programmes in Radway Green is about advanced optronics. Technologies’ portfolio includes in Europe, the US and Japan. £83 million and the facility The CheetIR-C OEM variant new COTS products to meet Its cover-glass, designed to can produce one million allows excellent potential for the requirements of semi-active protect the photovoltaic cells of rounds of 5.56mm or 7.62mm integration into sighting system laser seeker applications. Its YAG- satellites from the harsh space ammunition a day. Q upgrades, including under- 555-4AH Silicon PIN Quadrant environment, will be produced in armour applications. A range of Detector, with up to 14.1mm North Wales. Q 17

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EN BREF Adapté à toutes les mains avec la carcasse “full size“ du Glock ½ Le radar de surveillance 17, créant ainsi un hybride parfai- périmétrique PSR-500 de tement réussi, idéal pour toutes Rockwell Collins (France),danssa les conditions d’utilisation et situa- version militarisée, est conçu pour tions tactiques. Chambré pour détecter et repérer toute tentative la 9x19mm standard Otan, il se d’intrusion sur des sites sensibles, par caractérise avant tout par sa finition tout temps, de jour comme de nuit. Coyotte, obtenue par revêtement A technologie FMCW à illumination PVD(PhysicalVaporDeposition, permanente, il permet encore de pour“dépôtenphasevapeursur traquerunindividuouunvéhicule nitruration“), qui confère une très jusqu’àunkilomètrededistanceet grande résistance à l’usure et à la dansunezonedéfinie.Sidesbases corrosion. Autres caractéristiques françaises en sont déjà équipées, les de l’arme: un canon GMB (Glock forces spéciales, EDF, ou encore la MarksmanBarrel)àrayurespoly- SNCF, s’y intéressent. En effet, pour voir gonales améliorées, pour une meil- avant d’être vu, il est un complément leure précision, une poignée sans dechoixauxcamérasthermiquesou empreintes pour les doigts, adaptée optiques. (Stand 5aB438) àlamaind’uneplusgrandemajorité į Le Glock 19X est livré en mallette assortie à la couleur de l’arme, avec chargette, kit de nettoyage et trois chargeurs d’utilisateurs, des commandes ambi- ½ Le navire polaire logistique (PLV dextres, une attache de dragonne - Polar Logistic Vessel) français PAR JEAN-PIERRE HUSSON Reprenant bon nombre de carac- montée à l’origine, des organes de va bénéficier de deux nouvelles Dernier-né des pistolets Glock téristiques des modèles Glock visée luminescents, et des dos de embarcations légères et rapides (Autriche),lemodèle19Xestdérivé à carcasse en polymère de la poignée interchangeables. L’arme de Zodiac Milpro (France) (1M€). du semi-automatique développé famille Gen5, il combine la glis- mesure186mmdelongueurtotale (Stand 5aF20-178-268) pour le programme MHS (Modular sièrecompacteetlecanonde pourunpoidsde600g,sansle Handgun System) de l’US Army. 4pouces(102mm)duGlock19, chargeur. (Stand (5aK367) ½ Le Ministerium für Inneres allemand a commandé des fusils Sig-Sauer (Allemagne/Etats-Unis) 5,56x45 mm. (Stands 6E81/6E131) AML?Toujoursprête! ½ Différentes améliorations doivent être apportées aux hélicoptères PAR JACQUES DE LESTAPIS Tigredel’ALAT française, soit la Sofema (France) et Thales CS revalorisation des casques par Thales présentent un prototype de moder- Avionics (France) (1,163M€), alors nisation de véhicules blindés que Nexter Systems (France) va ancienssurunebased’AML-90 traiterl’obsolescenceélectroniquede Panhard. C’est là une offre complète l’armement canon (8M€). et modulaire qui peut se dupliquer (Stands 5aF20-178-268/ pourtoutautretyped’enginsde Pe6B500/Pe6bB170) combat. Elle porte sur: motorisa- tion,chaînecinématique,énergie, ½ Lessystèmesdeviséechefdechar conduitedetirjour-nuit,LSA,clima- desChallenger2britanniquesetleur tisation,radio,interphonie,système conduitedetirvontêtrel’objetde decombatnumérisé.Lecoûtd’un maintenance et de réparation par BAE tel blindé entièrement modernisé į L’inoxydableAMLgagneunenouvellevieavec Systems Global Combat Systems estd’environ1/3desonprixneuf. la modernisation proposée par Sofema et Thales. Un punch (Royaume-Uni). (Stand 6K200) (Stands Pe6aB371) redoutable pour un véhicule plus petit qu’un SUV actuel… 19

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PAR ED SIPATSEL ½ Technamm (France) et la Dans la suite de contrats de fourniture de viseurs Société Française de Commerce optroniques sur la tourelle ARX®20 et l’affût Narwha® Européen separtagentàparts téléopérés de Nexter Systems (France), la caméra égales un marché de fournitures thermique non refroidie Thor d’Exavision (France) est aux autorités françaises de retenue pour être intégrée sur le canon automoteur véhicules légers et pick-up de 3,5 à Caesar®“hauteintensité”de155mm/52surchâssis 6,5tonnes,4x4rustiques,blindés tchèque8x8TatraT815.Légèreetcompacte,dotée ou non protégés. Portant le nom de d’uncapteur17μmderésolution640x512pixelset Masstek, ils sont réalisés sur châssis d’unobjectifbifocalde45/135mm,offrantrespecti- Toyota HZJ79. (Stand 3bG150) vementunchampdevisionde13,8et4,6°,ellepeut identifier une cible Otan (2,3x2,3m²) jusqu’à 2km. ½ Dassault Aviation et Davey- (Stands 5aD158/Pe6bB170/5aK600) Bickford (France) assurent pour la DGA la qualification des ǠLe Caesar® 8x8 a été commandé impulseurs F2000 chargés avec la par le Danemark (15 + 6 options) poudre NC1397. (Stands 6L351/5aF20-178-268)

½ Des bipieds de Promoteq Pour drones FMApoursauverdesvies (Suède) seront livrés au FMV (Suède)pouréquiperlesfusils et robots PAR JACQUES DE LESTAPIS d’assaut suédois Ak 4D, versions Lorsqu’un soldat est blessé, chaque minute compte. Sur les théâtres suédoisesduHKG3A3allemand. ǡ AEurosatory, d’opérations extérieures, au défi du temps, s’ajoutent ceux de la logis- (Stands 6H420/6K616) la chaîne vidéo tique et des contraintes de communication. Pour accélérer la prise en numérique de charge médicale en milieu opérationnel, le Système d’Information de ½ En octobre prochain, le Qatar va l’Asio-155HD Régulation MEDicale (SIRMED) est développé par le groupement fran- dévoiler son savoir-faire en matière est présentée çaisSopraSteriaetIneoDefense,souslepilotagedelaDGA,auprofit deblindésàroues.Ils’agitdedeux pour drone de duServicedeSantédesArmées(SSA)françaises.Partduprogramme modèles 4x4, l’un de 14 tonnes surveillance du d’armement ISSAN (Info Structure SANté), il vise à améliorer le soutien et l’autre de 18 tonnes. La chaîne trafic maritime médical des forces projetées à l’étranger, notamment par la numérisa- cinématique complète avec groupe tiondelachaînesanté.S’agissantdelapriseencharged’unblessé,ce motopropulseur Cummins/Allison PAR JEAN-MICHEL GUHL systèmepermetauxéquipesdesoin“del’avant“decréerlaFMA(Fiche est fournie par Texelis (France) Parmi les tourelles optroniques Médicale de l’Avant) du soldat sur une tablette tactile et de renseigner (Stands 5aH721/5aD577/5aC268) compactes d’Inpixal (France), voici les premiers soins prodigués. (Stands 5aH268/6K137/5aF20-178-268) venir l’ASIO-155HD, un équipement ½ Pour un montant de 19M€, Naval stabilisé sur trois axes, offrant une Group doit remplacer les radars voie jour (avec zoom x30) et une ǡ SIRMED de navigation des frégates Horizon voie infrarouge, utilisable pour les informe en françaises. (Stands 5aF20-178-268) missions de détection, de surveil- temps réel lanceoudegéolocalisation.L’ASIO- le médecin ½ La Défense française recherche 155HDest“ITARFree”etdoitson régulateur, des plaques de protection nomàsondiamètrede155mm, puis l’antenne balistique de différentes classes le tout pour un poids plume de d’accueil, de (IV,ouC7selonleStanag2920, 1,6kg.Sonintégrationestainsi l’état du blessé dont des Stand Alone; III A5, ou trèssimplesurdenombreuxvéhi- B4;etIII++,ouC4),pourunevaleur cules légers, au sol, en mer, ou dans estimée à 22M€, hors TVA. les airs. (Stand 6FG732) (Stands 5aF20-178-268) 20

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The second vehicle is the BrahMos Python-SUT (Support Utility Wheels to order Transport), which is based on a takes flight Toyota 4x4 platform for which spare parts are available from In November 2017, BrahMos a well-established worldwide Aerospace and India’s Defence dealership. Python-SUT is stated Research and Development to already be in production Organisation (DRDO) with undisclosed customers conducted the first air launch and typically has a crew of four of the BrahMos supersonic including the driver, but a version cruise missile. The weapon was with increased capacity is also launched from an Indian Air available. Force (IAF) Sukhoi Su-30MKI as The gross vehicle weight of the first stage of clearing the the Python is being quoted as weapon for IAF deployment. BY CHRISTOPHER F FOSS The first of these is the Gepard 5,520kg, of which 800kg is the Forty Su-30s are being modified The Streit Group (External Pe6A, Armoured Security Vehicle (ASV, payload. Ballistic protection to fire the missile, which could Stand A480) is showing two of its pictured), which has enabled is to CEN Level BR6 and blast become operational by the end latest wheeled armoured vehicles. Streit to expand its range of protection to 2 x DM51 grenades, of this year. As with its other products, these wheeled armoured vehicles even but higher levels of ballistic and BrahMos is a joint venture have been developed using further. Gepard is stated to have mine protection are available. between the DRDO and Russia’s internal R&D funding for the a high level of off-road capability As usual, a wide range of NPO Mashinostroyeniya to export market, with production and is powered by a 6.7-litre options is available, including a develop versions of the Russian being undertaken in North V-8 turbocharged diesel engine five-door version, run-flat tyres, P-800 Oniks supersonic weapon America, Europe, Africa, the coupled to a fully automatic a remote weapon station, a self- for air-, ship-, submarine- and Middle East or Asia depending on transmission. A 6.8 litre V-8 petrol recovery winch, right-hand drive, ground-launched use. The where the end user is located. engine is an option. and a rear-view camera. Q weapon has a first-stage rocket for acceleration and a ramjet for sustained flight. Developments continue, and a BrahMos II with hypersonic capability of around Mach 7/8 is being worked on. A smaller BrahMos-NG is more of a priority, a missile that retains the Mach 3+ speed and 290km Re-roled on range of the original but in a lighter, shorter body. This has particular applications for air command launch, the original missile being too large for carriage by many potential platforms. Q

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Left: Mercedes-Benz (4x4) cross-country truck being put through its paces. This model is fitted with the standard rear cargo body but a wide range of bodies can be fitted. Behind is the Mercedes G Wagon. Below:small robotic vehicles are being used for an increasing number of military and paramilitary roles

Right/far right:The Arquus Dagger (4x4) light protected patrol vehicle is now being marketed for the internal security and police missions. Such vehicles enable police to be rapidly deployed, and allow them to get close to their objective with armour protection

Left: The Paris Fire Brigade (Le Brigade de Sapeurs-Pompiers de Paris) is an Army unit that operates under the authority of the Police Prefecture of Paris and, with more than 8,500 men and women, is the third largest fire brigade in the world Above: a deFNder medium remote wea integrated onto a THeMIS UGV from Es 23

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Right: The Arquus Sherpa (4x4) can be adopted for a wide range of battlefield missions and is available in two-door, four-door and open- topped variants. This is the four-door fully enclosed version, which can be fitted with a number of roof-mounted weapon systems

Left: Manitou material handling equipment being used to unload a container. The French company’s range includes telehandlers, forklifts, and articulated and backhoe loaders

Right: The Streit Group’s SHERP is a true all-terrain vehicle able to conquer any landscape. It can swim and climb out of water, and ascend a 1m step

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½ La Finlande a commandé Chance permet la détection à des munitions de 57mm auprès de distance d’une menace chimique, BAE Systems Bofors (Suède). baséesurunetechnologieinfra- (Stand 6K200) rouge. Ces nouveaux développe- ments sont issus d’un partenariat, ½ La maintenance opérationnelle des baptisé Cubix, signé en 2016 entre équipements de terrain déplaçables Bertin Technologie et l’Onera, qui en France métropolitaine –un transfèrelefruitdesesrecherches marchéde202M€–aétéattribuée àl’industrielfrançais,passémaître par la DGA aux entreprises françaises en matière de détection chimique Spie, Aximum et Cegelec. à distance. Cubix est soutenu finan- (Stands 5aF20-178-268/6F677) cièrement par Bertin et va aboutir à des solutions opérationnelles ½ Nexter Systems et Renault robustes aux fausses alarmes, plus Trucks Défense (aujourd’hui compactes et plus rapides que appelée Arquus), cotraitante, į De technologie infrarouge, Second Chance ajoute un plus celles disponibles aujourd’hui. Il sera entreprises françaises, vont mettre à la détection chimique à distance possible ainsi d’embarquer Second enplacelarevalorisationdeVBCI Chance sur un véhicule, voire sur de l’Armée de Terre française PAR JEAN-PIERRE HUSSON l’Onera dans le domaine de l’ima- un aéronef (drones, hélicoptères…), avec des prestations d’intégration Exposée chez Bertin Technologie gerie multi-spectrale. Développée pour évaluer les risques chimiques à supplémentaires (53M€). (France),lacaméraSecondChance dans les années 2000 et conçue distance, tout en bénéficiant d’une (Stands Pe6bB170/5aF267/ connaît un nouveau développement pour la surveillance de sites publics détection fiable même à très faible 5aF267/5aF20-178-268) grâce aux recherches menées par et industriels critiques, Second concentration. (Stand 5aH267)

½ Le Danemark veut doter certains de ses véhicules à roues non Neutralisation des engins et blindés d’un système jour/nuit de surveillance,dedétection,etde géolocalisation des tirs adverses. explosifs (Stand 6J371) PAR ED SIPATSEL ½ Euro-Shelter (France) a en En partenariat avec ECA Robotics production des abris techniques et Scopex, Cefa (France) a remporté “GM200”et“GM400”destinésà le contrat Sminex de la DGA portant Thales Raytheon Systems (TRS) surlesmatérielsdeneutralisation (France). desIED,munitionsnonexplosées (Stands Pe6bB170/Pe6B500) et autres objets explosifs suspects. C’est là un programme inno- ½ Alliantech (France) va fournir vant car porteur d’une approche àlaDGA dessystèmesde globale en matière d’équipe- conditionnement de capteurs ments pour les trois armées et d’acquisition de données. (Air, Terre, et Marine) françaises, Autonomes, modulables et depuis les protections individuelles compacts, ils sont embarquables jusqu’aux détecteurs portables, dans un véhicule soumis à des systèmes à rayon X, canons disrup- essais de survivabilité dans un teursetautresrobots(106M€). contexte d’agression du champ de (Stands į Dévisseur pyrotechnique bataille. (Stands 5aF20-178-268) 5aJ267/5aB248/5aF20-178-268) 25

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huilevégétale,hydrauliqueou ½ Le Metropolitan Police Service bleus, 3 200 pull-overs en laine EN BREF éolien), ces matériels, dont la britannique dispose d’une ligne noire, et 6 000 sous-vêtements nouvelle gamme Paris, 100 % de crédit de 10M£ pour l’achat thermiques (1,29 M€). ½ Pour le maintien de française, peuvent être couplés de cartouches opérationnelles (Stand 6D463) son interopérabilité avec afin d’assurer une continuité et d’entraînement, à blanc et lessystèmeseninterfaceet d’approvisionnement en énergie, àcolorants,decalibres9mm, ½ Cent cinquante millions d’Euros l’intégrationdenouveauxentrants même en cas de défaillance d’une 5,56x45mm, 300 BLK, 7,62x35mm, ont été attribués à Safran dans la simulation instrumentée, unité. Ainsi éviter toute coupe ou et 7,62x51mm, ainsi que des moyens Electronics et Défense (France) l’évolution du STC AL NG perte de puissance. Le service aux pyrotechniques de “distraction”. pour les évolutions du FELIN (Simulateur de Tir de Combat armées de Sonergie est assuré par (Fantassin à Equipements pour Armes Légères Nouvelle la société Henri Blanc SA. ½ Le Pont Flottant Motorisé (PFM) et Liaisons INtégrés) 2017 français. Génération) français est lancée. (Stand 5aF21) de CNIM (France) est une solution L’entreprise détient aussi Ruag Defence France en est dédiée au franchissement de un marché de valorisation VAB chargée (12M€). ½ La surveillance automatisée brècheshumidesenservicedans Observation (6M€). (Stands 5aF20-178-268/6K110) de frontières ou d’installations plusieurs armées, en France mais (Stands 6F80/5aF20-178-268) stratégiques est un secteur aussi en Italie, en Suisse ou en ½ Concevant et intégrant en plein expansion sur lequel Malaisie. Avec deux configurations ½ Lamiseenplaceetla des solutions de systèmes Magna se développe. La possibles –pont continu ou ferry–, maintenance des liens de robotiques pour la Défense, société israélienne propose des iloffreunavantagetactiquecertain: télécommunications sécurisés la Sécurité et la Sûreté, Roboost solutionsclefenmainbasées il peut être facilement déployé, en et fiables entre les radars (France), en partenariat avec sur la reconnaissance d’images untempsréduitetavecunminimum automatiques routiers français, TrustComs (France), présente et l’imagerie stéréoscopique d’hommes. (Stand 5aH267) le Centre National de Traitement le DroneBlocker. Il s’agit adossées à différentes solutions (CNT), la Direction des d’un système de détection d’intelligenceartificiellepour ½ WB Group (Pologne) et le Systèmes d’information et de la desdronesetdeleurspilotes. augmenter la réactivité des ministère malais de la Défense Communication du ministère Illesidentifie,alerte,lestraque équipements automatisés et ontrécemmentsignéunaccord français de l’Intérieur et les sites et les neutralise d’une manière limiterlenombredefausses de compensation économique desprestatairesduDépartement “smart”, progressive et réversible, alarmes. (Stand 6C712) portant sur un transfert de du Contrôle Automatisé, ont été en prenant leur contrôle. technologie. Le système polonais remportées par Worldline (France) (Stand 6GF627) ½ Nouvellement acquis par les C2 d’intercommunication tactique (24 M€). (Stands 5bD10/5aB178) Affaires maritimes françaises, numériqueFonetetlaradioRadmor ½ Sonergie (France – Nato Cage lepalangrierexIledelaRéunion, 35010 WIT (Wireless Intercom ½ Dans sa lutte contre Code : FA6A6) conçoit et fabrique de 55m, va être transformé Terminal)deWBcomptentparmiles l’immigration illégale et la des groupes électrogènes, en patrouilleur de surveillance équipements de 257 blindés 8x8 AV8 contrebande, le Secretary of armoires électriques et onduleurs, despêchesenTerresAustraleset Gempita construits en Malaisie en StatefortheHomeDepartment et assure leur installation et Antarctiques Françaises (TAAF). douze versions différentes. britannique va acquérir un radar de leur maintenance. Fixes ou Unbossoiretuncanot (Stand 5aH647) surveillance côtière, d’une portée mobiles, classiques ou hybrides d’intervention vont l’armer. de8à10millessur180°,àmême (photovoltaïque, batteries, (Stands 5aF20-178-268) ½ Ineo Defense (France) de détecter des embarcations développe et réalise pour de type RHIBS évoluant le long la DGA (France) 540 SAVEC du Kent, face à la France. (Systèmed’ArrêtdeVéhicules à Effets Contrôlés), matériels ½ Ce sont 34000 étuis porte- anti-franchissement, de type filet, chargeurs simples, pour le port capables d’arrêter un véhicule sans en uniforme, pour pistolets Sig causer de dommage irréversible Sauer SP2022, et 40000 doubles, desonproprefaitsurl’équipage pourMasG1,quisontprévus comme sur le véhicule (32M€). pour la Police et la Gendarmerie (Stands 6K137/5aF20-178-268) nationales françaises sur quatre ans. Pour le port dissimulé, ce sont, ½ Les Carabinieri italiens ont en plus, 104000 étuis, pour SP2022, commandé auprès de La Griffe et 24000, pour Glock 26. (Stands (Italie) 12 500 tricots ras du cou 5bD10/6E81/Pe6B170/5aK367) 26

Download each issue online at: www.janes.com/Eurosatory Transport d IN BRIEF Armoured vision UK-based Spafax International (Hall 5A, Stand D821), a manufacturer Linked intelligence of unbreakable military vehicle mirrors, is introducing its Armoured Brazil-based Atech (Hall 5A, Vision mirror range. Designed to eliminate blind spots on armoured Stand K387), part of Embraer, is vehicles, the new mirror incorporates high-definition IP-rated presenting its Arkhe line, a full cameras within the unbreakable mirror body. Manufactured from range of products and services injection-moulded optical grade polycarbonate, Spafax for defence and public security. mirror lenses are optically perfect, without distortion. Arkhe Intelligence contributes to Outperforming glass, acrylic and steel, these lenses the processing of large amounts of will not discolour with the effect of ultraviolet data and information for military rays present in sunlight. Each lens is sealed and or civilian missions. By supporting protected by a special coating, which provides pattern identification, it contributes scratch resistance and repels condensation and to better mission planning. In turn, surface water. Q Arkhe Data Analysis uses high- performance solutions for storage, distribution and analysis of data from a range of sources, such as videos, cameras, sensors, network Equipment of all kinds needs messages and radars. An example to be transported safely, no is analysing data on regions with matter the environmental and a high incidence of non-identified climatic conditions. The Suprobox flights, cross-referenced with data range developed by Turkish on regions showing high volumes of company Makel Uluslararasi clandestine narcotics sales, to then (Hall 5A, Stand A760) offers prompt a criminal investigation. an innovative solution. As the company explains: “Once placed Drone compliance in a Suprobox case, your delicate The Association for Unmanned equipment and instruments are Vehicle Systems International transported and used under awarded Consortiq’s (Hall 5A, complete protection from shock, LAB 14) US training and education programme top spot at the Xponential conference in Denver Small red-dot sight last month. An instructor’s Early fix practical experience and thorough A long-requested requirement Having undergone test firings knowledge of security measures from customers for a small of a minimum 20,000 rounds on BY SAM J BASCH count as decisive factors when enclosed red-dot sight for a .40 calibre pistol slide, it is the Israel-based 3DOR Simulations selecting a training provider. handguns, prompted Sweden- only sight in its size category (Hall 6, Stand D712) has launched Consortiq’s instructors collectively based Aimpoint (Hall 6, fully tested for shock, vibration, an innovative simulation system possess more than 40 years of flying, Stand G370) to introduce the temperature span and other for project optimisation. The 20,000 commercial hours and eight Aimpoint Acro (advanced environmental stresses. It has system allows for the testing years in the civilian drone industry. compact reflex optic) series. proven itself as the leader in of products and components Importantly, Consortiq integrates Designed for direct integration ruggedness and reliability in its throughout the project’s life its training into CQNet, rated onto pistol slides, the Acro P-1 size category. cycle, from planning to field the best cloud services provider sight can also be used as a Fully submersible to 25m, the operation. Researchers and in 2017. CQNet assists with the back-up sight for magnifying non-magnifying, parallax-free developers are therefore able to regulatory compliance and produces scopes, personal defence optic features a 3.5 MOA (minute identify and fix any design issues actionable data for a complete and weapons, or on any system where of angle) red dot for fast target or errors at an early stage. Not resilient drone ecosystem. a small red-dot is applicable. acquisition. Q only can product development 27

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civilians, the device comes in elicate gear in safety Zip it! three sizes corresponding to the actual zip that should be part of with optional pressure relief and For anyone familiar with the their kit. It works on the tooth humidity indicators. frustration, if not embarrassment, and coil of metal, nylon and The Suprobox range is built of a zip failing, leaving a bag, tent plastic zips. to MIL-STD-810G standards in or item of clothing gaping open For the repair operation, attach multiples of 10cm sizes, which or unopenable, there is a solution the FixnZip anywhere on the zip, makes them ideal for standard from CTF Enterprises represented tighten the thumbscrew and pull palletising and metric packaging by the US Department of the toggle to once again lock the options. Commerce’s Office of Textiles separating halves. It works on A key feature is the stacking and Apparel (Otexa) (Hall 5A, opened and closed-end zips, and and storage of the same or Stand C542). is strong enough for luggage and different-sized cases. They all The FixnZip is a zip slider wetsuits. interlock, even at a 90° angle replacement that repairs zips This useful device was the and transported as thus, which anywhere, anytime without the brainchild of US inventor Chris affords extra space savings. need for tools or sewing. Ideal Felix, who established his small Gridlines on the lid allow for for military, police, security business in 2007 to develop and pallet strapping. and naval personnel, as well as market the FixnZip. Q Certain models feature vibration, moisture and impact.” built-in edge casters for easy The cases are manufactured manoeuvring and carriage. The Next-gen DAS for F-35 as a solid uniform structure, edge casters are flush-mounted making them extra resistant to fit in with the stacking feature. Lockheed Martin has selected Raytheon to develop the next- to impact and vibration, and According to Makel generation distributed aperture system (DAS) for the F-35 enabling them to be handled Uluslararasi, clients can benefit Lightning II. The system comprises six infrared cameras located and transported in extreme from its flexible manufacturing around the aircraft that provide a spherical view of its surroundings conditions. A special silicone approach. Depending on a to the pilot’s helmet display, by day or night. seal makes them waterproof and client’s specific requirements, a Northrop Grumman is the current provider, but the Raytheon resilient to humidity, salt, sand bespoke case could be designed system is expected to be introduced at production lot 15 – in and dust. The cases are approved and manufactured in a small around 2023. Raytheon’s solution promises significant life-cycle cost for use in temperatures from order and delivered in relatively savings, performance enhancements and a five-fold improvement in -40°C to +65°C and can be fitted short time. Q reliability. Q

of scenarios. It uses multiple levels of graphical interfaces and performs visual analysis for a Distant strike large number of parameters in A new concept for artillery minutes using a standard laptop. ammunition from Norway-based By having a generic system, Nammo (Hall 6, Stands F290/GF303), simulation adjustments can be will enable a modern artillery made quickly to meet specific system to hit a target with precision be taken to the next level, but experiments, improving needs of any given project, accuracy more than 100km away. it avoids the costs of late stage performance, lowering allowing a high level of dynamic The design is based on a compact changes. development costs and reducing 3D performance analysis at the solid-fuel ramjet launched from a As Amir Fishman, chief the cost of the end-result earliest stages. It can adjusted for cannon in a collaboration between executive of 3DOR Simulations product.” any number of projects, such as ammunition and rocket engineers explained: “The capabilities of Offering very fast simulation for precision-guided weapons, at Nammo. Test firing is planned our system enable shortened execution times, the system warheads, munitions and for 2019-20, with the artillery schedules, saving time and requires minimal hardware and personal armour and armoured ammunition concept likely to be resources spent on field is capable of running thousands platforms. Q operational around 2023-24. Q 28

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REGIONAL FOCUS United States land vehicle Companies forecasts (2017-2026) Top suppliers to the region start The US, with a five-year CAGR with General Dynamics with NORTH AMERICA of 10.6% and a market value USD20.1.billion, accounting of USD81.5 billion, dominates for 21% of the total market the Americas region overall, (up USD3.1 billion). Its revenue United States Amphibious Combat Vehicle accounting for 85.6% of is chiefly dominated by main The president’s FY19 budget (ACV) have negative trends. The procurement. battle tanks (MBT) at 42% and request reveals top-line overall spending on these top The top US programmes are: armoured personnel carriers spending on ground systems ground programmes for FY19 is • JLTV (USD12.3 billion), with (APC) at 16%, for a total of increases from USD11.2 billion to approximately USD8.1 billion, up production completion for the USD11.8 billion. The Abrams, USD15.9 billion (4.7%), including from USD5.5 billion in FY18. US Marines expected by 2023 Piranha/Stryker and light many systems other than ground Upgrading platforms and and continued production for armoured vehicle (LAV) families vehicles. mission systems rather than the US Army. dominate sales to the region. When vehicles alone are procuring new systems continues • M1 Abrams (USD8.4 billion) BAE Systems holds second considered, (Army – weapons to be the focus in the US, with with M1A2SEPv2 and v3 and place by market share with 19% & tracked combat vehicles the exception of the Joint Light Abrams Modifications. and USD18.1 billion forecast over and other procurement, and Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) and ACV. • Stryker (USD8.1 billion) with the period. Revenue is primarily the Marines – weapons and The Armored Multi-Purpose continued modifications such derived from self-propelled combat vehicles and support Vehicle (AMPV) represents a as double-V hull and lethality artillery (SPA) with 36% and vehicles), the budget requests hybrid programme using new spending. infantry fighting vehicles (IFV) increased from FY18 to FY19 by technology fitted to existing • M2/M3 Bradley (USD6.6 billion). with 36%, for a total of USD13.2 approximately 48%. Much of platforms. • M109A7 (USD6.5 billion). billion. Major programmes are the increase in the top ground There were no significant For some time the US has the M2/M3 Bradley and the vehicle programmes is from three programme cancellations or focused on upgrades to existing Paladin, making up USD13 billion programmes. The M1 is up 118% delays over the past year. In fact, vehicles, with the JLTV being or 72% of BAE’s sales in the over last year, with M1A2 System despite ongoing continuing the only completely new-build region. Enhancement Package Version 3 resolutions and a protracted programme. Other programmes Oshkosh has a similar forecast and R&D funding toward Version budget process, the military were in development; however, of USD18.1 billion, representing 4. The Joint Light Tactical Vehicle ground vehicle market remains they did not reach production 19% of the total market share. (JLTV) will ramp up production by very positive, with only two milestones. 91% of revenue is derived from 80%, and Bradley funding is up highlighted programmes With programmes such logistics vehicles (USD16.5 approximately 30% over last year declining compared with last as the amphibious combat billion) and 7% from APCs (1.2 because its replacement is still a year. The M109A7’s decline vehicle and mobile protected billion). Major programmes long way off. is temporary and rebounds firepower (MFP) progressing, new include the Joint Light Tactical The top ground programmes from FY20 through FY23. The production is gaining ground. Vehicle (JLTV) and the families rotate annually and spending amphibious combat vehicle The future fighting vehicle and of medium and heavy tactical shifts between R&D to programme is ending R&D and light armoured vehicle (LAV) vehicles (FMTV/FHTV), with procurement. However, the will soon be positive as it shifts replacement are also on the USD12.2 and USD4.2 billion majority of the programmes into production. horizon. respectively. have returned to the top 10 list with FY19. Only Paladin and the US market

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KEY LAND PROGRAMMES v3, to enhance survivability, vehicle while ensuring a design The Bradley Programme (MOD) M1 ABRAMS (MOD) power pack, computer systems that is transportable by CH-47, procures upgrades, supports Overview and night vision capabilities. CH-53 and C-130 aircraft. engineering and survivability The Abrams main battle tank has M1 Abrams Tank Mod The programme achieved enhancements, and procures been in service for more than 30 (USD962 million) procures the Milestone C in October 2015. active protection systems. The years. It exceeds its space, weight, Ammunition Data Link and TheJLTVcontractforlow-rate Bradley programme upgrades and power-cooling (SWaP-C) CROWS Low Profile weapon initial production (LRIP) of 16,901 the existing Bradley M2A2 ODS limits and has shortcomings in system and supports total vehicles was awarded to Oshkosh SA/M7A3 vehicles to the Bradley network capability, survivability integrated engine revitalization on 24 August 2015. M2A4/M7A4 configuration and lethality. In order to restore and transmission programmes. in support of the European lost capability, the army has R&D funding (USD165 million) FY19 budget Reassurance Initiative (ERI). initiated Engineering Change supports engineering change JLTV (USD1,961.5 million) funds The Bradley Improvement Proposals (ECP) and modification proposals to restore lost the procurement of 3,390 Programme includes third- programmes to address these capability, and accommodate vehicles for the Army, 1,642 generation FLIR integration and shortcomings. The ECP provides inbound technologies, lethality, for the Marines and 81 for the other fire control systems. hardware and other updates for power and completes live fire Air Force. JLTV is the critical hosting future technologies to T&E. replacement for the HMMWV and FY19 budget keep the M1 capable until 2050. will supplant significant portions FY19 funds of USD880 million The Abrams Modification JOINT LIGHT TACTICAL of the light wheeled tactical modifies 149 base and 61 OCO Programme (MOD) applies VEHICLE (JLTV) fleets of all services by 2041. vehicles including the upgrade modifications to the fielded Overview Other FY19 budget activities kits for suspension, track, power vehicles, including Active The Joint Light Tactical Vehicle include modular armour train and electrical. It funds Protection Systems, Blue Force (JLTV) is a joint programme kit procurement, ECP to obsolescence of the Bradley Tracking, Mounted Family to replace the High Mobility include retrofits, programme Advanced Training System (BATS) of Computer Systems, Total Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle management, fielding, systems and supports the conversion of Integrated Engine Revitalization (HMMWV). The JLTV concept is engineering, technical support, 61 M7A2 ODS-SA vehicles to the and Transmission Enterprise. based on a family of vehicles and training aids, devices, M2A4/M7A4 configuration. The Abrams Upgrade focused on scalable armour simulators and simulations The Bradley Improvement Programme upgrades M1/ protection and vehicle agility, (TADSS). Programme (USD167 million) M1A1 tanks to the M1A2 and mobility required of the light Programme plan: procure assists with space, weight System Enhancement Package tactical vehicle fleet. The JLTV will 49,099 vehicles for the Army and and power-cooling issues. (SEP) configuration enhancing provide defensive measures to 7,613 for the Marines and 441 for FY19 funding will integrate survivability, the power pack, protect troops while in transport, the Air Force. third-generation FLIR into the computer systems and night increase payload capability, and commander’s independent vision capabilities. achieve commonality of parts M2/M3 BRADLEY viewer. and components to reduce the Overview Programme plan: current FY19 budget overall life-cycle cost of the The Bradley Infantry Fighting projections indicate that the FY19 funds (USD1.5 billion) vehicle. Vehicle (IFV), in service since Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicle procure 135 M1A1 vehicle The JLTV project seeks to the early 1980s, exceeds its will likely remain in the armoured variants to the M1A2 System optimise performance, payload, SWaP-C limits and is undergoing brigade combat team formations Enhancement Package (SEP) and protection of the crew and upgrades and modifications. until the 2050s.

M-1 Abrams programme JLTV programme spending Bradley programme AMPV programme spending spending (USD millions) (USD millions) spending (USD millions) (USD millions) 30

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ARMOURED MULTI-PURPOSE Canada VEHICLE (AMPV) Overview The Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV) will replace the M113. The AMPV will have five mission roles: general purpose, medical treatment, medical evacuation, mortar carrier and mission command. The current M113 Armored Personnel Carrier mission equipment packages (MEPs) will Programme plan: AMPV will will extend platform life into the Key facts: Canada be integrated onto a new hull replace the M113 in five variants 2050s. based on the Bradley Fighting with approximately 2,907 vehicles Vehicle design to give the Army planned as general purpose, FY19 budget its required capability at an medical treatment, medical Funds 36 PIM systems made affordable cost. 2,907 vehicles are evacuation, mortar carrier and of one self-propelled howitzer the objective for the programme mission command. and one carrier ammunition to support echelons below tracked. FY19 base procurement brigade level. An additional PALADIN INTEGRATED (USD351.8 million) supports 1,922 vehicles are planned for MANAGEMENT (PIM) – full-rate production of 30 self- echelons-above-brigade in a M109A7 (MOD) propelled howitzers and 30 horizon, 2015 came in at 0.9% follow-on programme, yet to be Overview carrier ammunition tracked. GDP growth, indicating the finalised. The Paladin Improvement FY19 OCO (USD67.0 million) recession was slightly worse than Programme (PIM), now supports a requirement for unit anticipated. Supported by net FY19 budget designated the M109A7, builds equipment sets for the European trade and household spending FY19 base procurement dollars on the advances made in the Deterrence Initiative. The real GDP growth rose to 1.4% in in the amount of USD479.8 M109A6 upgrade and integrates manufacturing and assembly of FY 2016 before increasing to a million procures 131 Armored components of the Bradley, subsystems; the integration, test much improved growth rate of Multi-Purpose Vehicles (AMPVs) the cancelled Future Combat and check-out operations that 3.0% in 2017. representing year two of LRIP and Systems, and the current M109 results in the production of six It is expected that GDP support. FY19 OCO procurement fleet onto a new chassis. self-propelled howitzers and six growth rate will return to a more (USD230.4 million) supports unit The M109A7 family of carrier ammunition tracked (one sustainable 2.1–2.3% pace in equipment sets to support the vehicles consists of two battery). 2018-20, dropping to 2.1% in European Deterrence Initiative individual vehicles, a tracked The programme plan is to field 2021 and beyond. and will procure 66 AMPVs self-propelled howitzer and a and support a fleet of 574 PIM and related mission systems carrier ammunition tracked that systems. Defence spending and training. R&D funding of provides operational support. The National Defence portion USD118.2 million supports the The M109A7 provides improved Canada of the budget is CAD18.7 billion completion of the EMD contract. sustainability through a newly Canada and the US are closely or 7.24% of Canada’s budget, designed hull; modified M2 linked economically. The basic slightly less a percentage than Paladin programme Bradley infantry fighting vehicle fundamentals that support the last cycle. This figure is as stated spending (USD millions) power train, suspension system, Canadian economy are intact in the main estimates and owing and track; and a modernised and continue to form the basis to the complex nature of military electrical system, which replaced on which the long-term outlook procurement programmes (such the existing hydraulic gun and has been determined. Outer year as the fixed-wing search and turret drive systems to all-electric forecasts declined slightly in 2014 rescue aircraft and the army’s systems. and 2015, but not enough to light armoured vehicles [LAV]) The programme allows for derail the overall upward growth causing procurement delays, heavier armour packages and trend. adjustments to these and other future upgrades. This programme Over the near-term forecast major capital projects have led 31

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to capital funds being shifted Canadian Surface Combatant 5.3% of the region’s end-users. opportunities for air defence into future years’ plans. In fact, (CSC) programmes, both of which The forecast is made up of the vehicles (USD310 million) to this budget defers DND funding will need large capital budgets. Light Armored Vehicle (LAV) III replace M113s currently filling in the amount of CAD8.48 The Army budget started Upgrades (USD1.37 billion) and this role and Leopard 2A4 billion (USD6.34 billion) from falling in 2012 as a withdrawal Medium Support Vehicle System upgrades with a forecast value of near-term defence programmes from Afghanistan was (MSVS), with USD500 million USD39 million. to programmes in the decade implemented. Although forecast. The Tactical Armored of the 2030s; this amounts personnel increases and the Patrol Vehicle (USD367 million) Major functional segments to the single largest military need to maintain an effective sees the end of production of 600 The most in-demand functional programme deferment in army will uphold the army’s vehicles through 2018. segments for the Americas are Canadian history. proportion of the budget, the The negative growth for led by logistic support vehicles Combining last year’s CAD3.7 relative importance will begin Canada is a result of relatively with a market share of 28% for billion defence reallocation until to decline due to modernisation expensive programmes wrapping the region and market value of after 2020 and the CAD8.48 efforts in the other armed during the forecast window USD26.6 billion. The CAGR of billion deferment of this budget services. Commanders stated including the LAV upgrade 12.1% is dominated by the JLTV cycle, Canada has deferred about that 22% of the Army baseline and TAPV. The combination programme. CAD12.2 billion of military capital budget has been cut, affecting of these vehicles represent a APCs account for 16% of costs to the period 2020 through training and infrastructure variety of vehicle segments the market share and a CAGR to 2035 or later. spending. that will perform IFV, APC and of -3.0%. The forecast value is Canada commenced a Defence Procurement in 2017-18 reconnaissance roles for the USD15.5 billion, led by the AMPV, Policy Review in early 2016, accounts for about USD2.165 foreseeable future. Stryker and Guarani. which theoretically will provide billion or about 13.5% of the Stated opportunities for Tanks account for 13% of more details about acquisitions defence budget. Canada represent USD1.0 the ground vehicle market, and funding for the Canadian billion over the forecast, mainly with Abrams, Leopard and Armed Forces. Canada land vehicle forecast concentrated on the logistics TAM accounting for 73% of the It is not clear how these (2017-26) vehicle modernisation (LVM) segment. budget deferments will affect Canada’s five-year CAGR of programme and all-terrain IFVs have a 6.2% CAGR and the start of the Canadian F/A- -10.8% and a market value of vehicles. USD9.5 billion forecast chiefly 18 Hornet replacement and USD5.0 billion accounts for We also forecast derived from the Bradley programme. Q 32

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SECURITY Perimeter issues are not

Airport perimeter security is characterised by a blend of traditional and modern methods, says Ben Vogel

Effective perimeter protection by simple activities such as Fence technology predominated; nowadays, the involves rapid identification vehicles or individuals moving The fence as a physical barrier trend is more towards welded of potentially hostile or illegal into restricted areas, or via retains its importance. In mesh from designers such as activity, before the risk escalates complex parameters such as November 2017, for example, Cochrane. “All our designs are and poses a danger to people object speed or size. Secure HAVERKAMP announced a ICAO compliant,”Daniel Burnstein, and critical assets. zones are generated by creating follow-up, multimillion-euro order UK and Europe director, explains In planning perimeter security area boundaries on digital site to provide its AluGARD aluminium to Jane’s. “We also offer different at an airport, it is necessary to maps, and adjusted using preset alarm fence for perimeter security types of welded mesh systems, conduct careful risk analysis to shortcuts to respond to changing at Frankfurt Airport. which give high levels of security determine potential threats. The requirements.” HAVERKAMP had previously while also being aesthetically level of expected damage and Effective perimeter security completed 11km of aluminium pleasing designs.” the likelihood of occurrence detection will also protect the fencing at the German hub, and The Cochrane philosophy determine the risk potential, airport apron where aircraft are it was selected again by operator is that a perimeter fence at an which can then be used to parked, loaded, unloaded, and Fraport after an international airport should not give the establish security objectives and refuelled. Systems include long- competitive tender. AluGARD impression of incarceration to vulnerability. range conventional video and will replace a concrete fence passengers, as this suggests they “An airport can be threatened thermal-imaging surveillance to protect a 6km section of the are in an unsafe environment. from a number of directions, cameras, motion detection perimeter at Frankfurt, near “The psychological aspects so dividing the perimeter into sensors, and ground-radar Runway 18/36 (known as Runway of security are of paramount clearly structured zones helps detection and tracking. Thermal- 18 West). importance, so a fence should to determine security measures imaging cameras can be used to AluGARD is made completely look good and maintain a crisp that make it possible to prepare record individuals and objects of aluminium, giving the fence line all the way through even if it rapid and secure response to any over long distances without high resistance and durability. has such security enhancements scenario,”says Gert Rohrmann, additional light sources and they The system can be augmented as spikes or concertina coils on technical manager for the have the advantage that they are by climbover detection top,”says Burnstein. solutions division of Siemens much less affected by snow, mist, and tunnelling protection Building Technologies UK. or fog, making them a viable technologies. HAVERKAMP claims A systematic approach choice for challenging locations. AluGARD is virtually free of false involves adopting a zone-based “Command and control alarms, and displays extremely methodology to monitor the platforms integrate security high alarm reliability in the event path of a subject across a scene devices across multiple airport of an actual attempt to penetrate over a period of time. This locations, manage critical the perimeter. enables analysis of multiple situations, and enhance Its basic structure comprises factors such as speed, direction, procedures, creating significant aluminium posts of a range of size, and shape to distinguish a efficiencies by delivering sizes and diameters, with plug-on potential intruder from a false improved intelligence, modules for quiescent current alert. information, and advanced monitored climbover detection “Sensitive areas can be reporting,”says Rohrmann. with top Y-beams, as well as protected by alarm zones, and These new-generation software climbover detection based on virtual barriers can be created solutions will incorporate legacy infrared (IR), laser, video sensors, where it is inappropriate to equipment and adapt to specific and LED lighting modules. install physical fences,”Rohrmann airport corporate policies as well There were periods when notes. “Alarms can be prompted as regulatory guidelines. chain-link and palisade fencing 33

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Bar-Ner explains that the radar airports in Argentina, Martinique, can work in a geofenced area, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab within which only abnormal Emirates, and the US. events will trigger alerts. Not Spynel sensors can be peripheral only will the radar ignore all produced for short- (500m) or movement outside that area, but long-range (up to 8km) coverage. it can also be asked to exclude One long-range sensor can cover Welded mesh offers enhanced their investment, so the fence movement within certain blocks a significant part of an airport security aspects that palisade must be designed to relevant inside the geofence. This is to perimeter; the same zones can fencing cannot, he adds. For national standards in and coated prevent unnecessary alarms from also be monitored by three example, some palisade fences to last at least 20 years. Polyvinyl being triggered. medium-range sensors or short- have blind spots, which require chloride (PVC), once the coating “The security manager can range sensors, depending on the deployment of additional of choice, is now regarded as a receive alerts by text, or video deployment. “At up to 8km, we CCTV cameras. Welded mesh has toxic substance. It is still used, but can be streamed to a mobile app. can still detect a person and can no such disadvantage. it has been replaced at Cochrane It all depends on the capabilities even differentiate between a Cochrane engineers ensure by a proprietary coating of the VMS and on what the horse and a human being. The that airport customers stipulate guaranteed for about 15 years. customer wants,”says Bar-Ner. closer the target gets, the more their requirements. “Are they “Although our competitors detail can be seen,”says Campana. trying to stop people or vehicles, Radar-based surveillance have very good technology, In some applications, airports or both?” Burnstein asks. “If it is A recent entrant to the airport nobody beats our ratio of use HGH technology for early just vehicles, we might simply perimeter protection market is coverage: per price, per warning detection, especially advise them to change the Magos Systems. Gadi Bar-Ner, performance,”he adds, noting when people approach the design of an access road to vice-president marketing and that the field-of-view with a perimeter from the public side reduce speeds or even provide business, claims its radar-based standard radar is typically 90° of the fence. If one or more an anti-ram barrier to counter SR-500 solution is “the ultimate horizontal and 10-20° elevation individuals enter the restricted hostile vehicles.” perimeter protection suite” for – but the SR-500 delivers 120° area, Spynel can track all targets. Cochrane has sold perimeter airports that require enhanced and 30° respectively. “Our power “In conventional surveillance, a fencing for infrastructure capabilities. consumption is less than 3W per single camera can only track one protection around the world: Other perimeter radar systems radar, which means we can install intruder, whereas Spynel produces examples include airports in are already on the market, it very easily using a solar panel.” a 360° video that allows multiple Malaysia, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, but Bar-Ner insists Magos can However, the most innovative intruders to be constantly Singapore, the United Arab leverage any legacy closed- aspect of the company is that all monitored,”says Campana. Emirates, the UK, and the US. circuit television (CCTV) or video signal processing is done inside Spynel is a fully passive Customers require a return on management software (VMS) the radar sensor, so no external technology, which means it does systems installed at an airport. hardware is required. As a result, not disturb other electronic “Whatever they are using, we will bandwidth use is less than 1kB equipment, giving it a significant find a way to augment it,”he says. per second, compared with up to advantage over active systems The SR-500 is designed to 1GB with other radar units. such as radar in airports. Its detect a person at up to 500m HGH Infrared Systems passivity also means it requires range, with continuous coverage manufactures the Spynel brand no certification, unlike radar. of a 120° area. Once operational, of thermal-imaging technology, Units can work at a temperature it can easily differentiate between which is suitable for the type of range from -40°C to +71° and are the natural events and movements wide-area surveillance required at not affected by adverse ambient by a human or animal towards the airports. “Spynel cameras produce conditions. perimeter. Video analytics then a panoramic thermal image Spynel is usually installed by determine what is actually being with a high frame rate. We also third-party integrators rather than seen. A single radar can cover a provide the analytical software HGH. In the field, sensors can be 250,000m2 area. It can be mounted required to automatically detect linked by wi-fi, copper wires, or at various heights depending on and track moving objects within fibre-optic cabling. Furthermore, the operating environment and the panoramic image,”says if required, analytics can be lines of sight, although Magos HGH director of sales Edouard loaded into the sensor and all recommends 6-8m. Campana. He mentions sales to analysis is undertaken there. Q 34

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½ Le Danemark va louer auprès ½ Le ministère belge de la réparations nécessaires EN BREF d’AirbusDefence&Space Défense recherche des munitions et sa conservation (2,635 M£). (Norvège)deuxcanauxUHF de 30x173mm APFSDS-T pour la ½ Le ministère français des TACSAT militaires 5kHz. période 2018-2021. ½ La réparation et la maintenance Armées évalueà2,5M€sonfutur (Stand 5aC158) desLRU(LineReplacementUnits) achat de répliques d’armes Airsoft ½ Le système Livingstone desRWS(RemoteWeaponStation) (fusilsd’assautHK416FetFamas ½ Ruag Ammotec Austria a (stationsolISTAR–Intelligence, Protector, livrées par Thales/ F1, mitrailleuses Minimi FN Herstal, reçu un marché de 11,5M€ pour Surveillance, Target, Acquisition Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace pistolets Pamas, et Glock 17), la fourniture de munitions de & Reconnaissance) britannique àlaBritish Army,ainsiquelaremise leurs accessoires, les rechanges 5,56 x 45 mm pour les fusils d’assaut bénéficiedel’assistancede en état de ces tourelles téléopérées, et consommables. (Stands 5aF20- StG 77 Steyr Aug autrichiens. General Dynamics (Royaume- ont été confiées à Thales Optronics 178-268/6K616/6E198/5aK367) (Stands 6K110/5aH437) Uni) pour sa maintenance, les (Royaume-Uni). (Stand Pe6B500)

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