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Malaysian Hawk Upgrade oyal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) RHawk aircraft are soon to receive upgrades across single and twin-seat aircraft. BAE Systems will offer affordable solutions for the upgrade of seven single seat and 12 twin-seat Hawks. Thales UAS for hales will soon deliver Fulmar Action at DSA TUnmanned Air Service capability to the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA). Fulmar, a small, high performance, fixed wing UAS, is to be installed on six New Generation Patrol Crafts (NGPC), being constructed by Destini Shipbuilding and Engineering Sdn. Bhd. Continued on Page 12

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155mm Precision Ammunition Precision fire support is critical in modern operations; this feature describes 155mm precision projects.Precision artillery rounds not only reduce collateral damage but also deliver accurate first-round hits under all weather conditions. The article examines a number of precision artillery rounds available in the maket today. Raytheon and BAE Systems Bofors Excalibur, Finmeccanica OTO Melara Vulcano 155, Orbital ATK 120mm Heavy Mortar Precision Guidance Kit, BAE Systems The 120mm heavy mortar is increasingly a popular weapon system in battle zones Rokar Silver Bullet, Nexter Munitions around the world. Self-propelled mortars include the Elbit Systems Soltam SPACIDO, KBP’s Krasnopol-M, and, CARDOM and Spear, Huta Stalowa Wola (HSW) Rak, Hyundai XKM120, NORINCO’s GP1 and GP6. Patria NEMO, Patria Hagglunds AMOS, RUAG Cobra, ST Kinetics SRAMS, and TDA Armements 2R2M. The article will also describe Raytheon’s Precision Extended Range Munition and Orbital ATK’s SM395 Precision Guided Mortar Eurosatory 2016 Show Munition. Military Industries (IMI) is also aggresively marketing its new Preview 120 mm Guided Mortar Munition (GMM) in the region, which has already been Asian Defence Technology brings out a demonstrated to the special show preview that provides you all the information on the latest defence technologies that will be displayed at the 2016 edition of the premier land sysems exhibition. 1,507 exhibitors took part in the 2014 edition of Eurosatory and for 2016, the exhibition will bring together the entire Land & Air-land Defence and Security supply chain providing a unique oppurtinity to participants and visitors alike. Our special Eurosatory issue will also be distributed at the show site.

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he Eurofighter Typhoon is being cutting edge technology, rather than contracting that it has accumulated in the Toffered by BAE Systems for a Royal previous generation technology we see UK and . Eight customers have Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) requirement with others,” Steve Osborne, the APAC ordered the type so far with approximately seeking a replacement for its MiG-29 Sales Director for BAE’s Military Aircraft 400 Typhoons of the nearly 600 aircraft fighter fleet. The Typhoon has benefited business, tells Daily News. “We’re confident having already been delivered. These are from sustained funding and customer we will be providing the RMAF with the best production numbers and an order book that support for capability upgrades that make capability MRCA and also the most reliable, no other modern combat aircraft type can it arguably the most potent swing-role deployable and easiest to maintain MRCA,” hope to match. The Typhoon is now rapidly fighter platform in the world today and he says. The Typhoon will be completely becoming the fighter of choice across the in the future. “In Typhoon we have an supported by local Malaysian industry GCC countries with Kuwait becoming the aircraft that genuinely meets any MRCA and the RMAF. Importantly, BAE brings third customer for the combat type in the requirement. The capabilities that are to the table, a wealth of experience and region after the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia being delivered on the aircraft are current, learning on high-end performance based and the Sultanate of .

China Highlights hina National Precision Machinery as all time all weather reconnaissance CImport and Export Corporation and damage effect evaluation. Armed (CPMIEC) is trying to hard sell its most with mini land attack missile, it can WJ-600 UAV sophisticated WJ-600 UAV system to attack mobile command vehicle, radar the Southeast Asian market. stations, armoured vehicle and troop “The WJ-600 UAV system is an assembly. It can also be equipped with important weapon for information, other mission payload for electronic capable of loading synthetic aperture warfare, information relay and drone radar, various reconnaissance equipment simulations. and other mission payload,” an official The jet-powered WJ-600 UAV system at the CPMIEC booth tells Daily News. consists of UAVs, recovery system, Featuring in fast response and telemetry/control/info relay system, strong defence penetration, it is mission payloads and ground support suitable for different missions such system.

www.GBP.com.sg/dailynews 3 Roketsan Wants More Partners in Asia , is growing market share of Turkish companies across all the different world markets in which they operate,” he says. As Turkey embarks on its 2023 Vision to become one of the 10 largest economies in the world, the role of its indigenous defence sector will continue to prove pivotal. “With our young and growing staff and the dynamism, still of an entrepreneur, we are ready to share our competencies and infrastructure capabilities with our partners in the world,” he says. In recent years, Roketsan has been especially successful in its overseas markets. “Roketsan is keen on marketing products to the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region, Far East, Eastern Europe and South America as being the leading company in missile and rocket urkey’s Roketsan is looking at sees DSA as a bridge that connects it to development and production. Although Tbroadening existing cooperations the Asian market. Roketsan has been all regions are in our scope, the Asian and having new partners in Asia. partaking at the DSA regularly since the Market is of particular importance to us,” “As of today we already have year 2000. he adds. cooperations for partnership with some Roketsan is well on its way to be in the The military expenditures of Asia is Asian partners. Our aim is to broaden list of the first 50 defence organisations in about 30 per cent of the world in 2014 the existing cooperations and to have new the world, listed among Turkey’s top 500 with US$524 billion. The importance of partners in Asia for not only the Asian Industrial Enterprises and being one of Asia becomes apparent when compared Market but also throughout the world,” the top 1000 exporters of the country. with the other pies of the market. says a senior official of Roketsan. “Our aim is to be within the first 100 “That is the reason why we are willing Ranging from anti- weapons to exporters of the country. Turkey has been to participate in almost all defence shows laser-guided bomb kits to larger cruise and aware of that, the only way to achieve a and exhibitions in Asia. Today, we take surface-to-air missiles, Roketsan has been US$500 billion export target in the 100th part in 10 defence shows in Asia routinely,” expanding its reach, and the company anniversary of the foundation of Republic of the official says.

ADUNOK-W on Display itebsk-based Design Office “Display” mobile vehicles. VOJSC presents its new automatic “One control unit can simultaneously remote controlled weapon station conduct the work of four combat modules ADUNOK-W at the ongoing DSA connected together by various schemes,” exhibition. Dubchak adds. ADUNOK-W has extended combat The system is also equipped with a video abilities of both a grenade launcher and a camera with a range of 2000 meters and laser . range finder with range of 2500 meters. Sergey Dubchak, Head of Foreign Trade Design Office “Display” OJSC is part Activity Department at Display Design of a large common stand of the Republic Office tells Daily News that ADUNOK can of Belarus, organised by company SFTUE be mounted on fixed objects as well as on “Belspetsvneshtechnika”.

4 www.GBP.com.sg/dailynews Denel and Strand Extend Technology Agreement outh African defence firm Denel has Sagreed to further strengthen their Weststar Defence Showcases collaboration on technology and research with Strand Aerospace Malaysia. The Specialised Vehicles new agreement stems from a successful eststar Defence Industries is and GK-M1 Fitted For Radio (FFR) 4x4 offset programme that resulted from Wshowcasing purpose built tactical are capable of operating across a wide a contract awarded to Denel to supply military vehicles at the ongoing DSA range of demanding terrains. turrets and integrated weapon systems trade exhibition. The defence and security “Our aspiration is to become a regional for Malaysia’s new generation armoured arm of the Weststar Group has six of its leader in defence contracting. Currently, vehicles; the largest export contract military and security vehicles on display many government services’ fleets are in need in Denel’s history. “The defence with four light multi-role tactical vehicles, of replacing. Therefore we would like to assist industries in both countries have gained one armoured personnel carrier and one local and regional armed forces as well as significantly from the existing agreement field ambulance. security authorities replace their fleet with and the decision to extend it for at least “Unmatched in reliability, ease of superior vehicles that increase operational another year demonstrates the mutual maintenance and low through life costs, efficiency to meet the demands of evolving value derived from the relationship,” Weststar Defence’s cross-functional operational environment,” he says. says Stephan Burger, the CEO of Denel military and security vehicles provide “To attain these goals, our COTS Landward Solutions. Strand’s facilities an innovative breakthrough in satisfying specialised military and security vehicles in Malaysia have also benefited from diverse operational requirements for are engineered to be cost effective. the presence of a technical specialist various services,” says Weststar Group Currently, our specialised vehicles are from Denel Aerostructures who has Managing Director, Tan Sri Dr. Syed deployed across many segments of the spent time to strengthen the company’s Azman Syed Ibrahim. armed forces and the authority’s operating existing technical capabilities. Denel Commercial Off-the Shelf (COTS) units,” Tan Sri Dr. Syed Azman adds. has also developed a close working main assembly of these vehicles ensures Weststar Defence’s military and relationship with the Malaysian Ministry that major components such as gearbox security vehicles play an important of Defence, Defence Industry Division and engine have been proven over many role in enhancing defence sovereignty (DID) and the Technology Depository millions of and security of Agency (TDA) under the Ministry of road miles in Malaysia. Recently, Finance for the offset management of demanding Weststar Defence Denel’s programmes in Malaysia. The environmental was appointed as Denel Group is also displaying a wide conditions. the main contractor range of its products at DSA, including The light for MINDEF’s scale models of the Rooivalk combat multi-role Very helicopter, the Seeker 200 unmanned tactical vehicles Short-Range Air aerial vehicle and missile systems such as GK-M1 Special Defence (VSHORAD) the Ingwe, the Mokopa and the A-Darter Operations system procurement air-to-air missile. Vehicle (SOV) programme.

www.GBP.com.sg/dailynews 5 GUEST COLUMN: Wu Shang-Su

Malaysia’s Antique Arms: Moderate but Continuous hanks to its relatively small size of main gun can take over the role of the such as engines and arms are available Tarmed forces and relatively good 90mm guns of AML-90 and SIBMAS for nowadays, so that they would still be able economy in the region, Kuala Lumpur fire support and anti-tank missions, and to continuously carry out the hit-and-run faces a moderate challenge of military locally assembled AV8 infantry fighting and patrol missions. Undeniably, later modernisation in contrast to regional vehicles with newer designs, including models of missile boats, such as Swedish counterparts, but some legacies from better protection, space and mobility, Visby class, have better radar and even counter insurgency (COIN) and the Cold would eventually replace them. Regarding stealthy appearance, their basic outline War are still in service nowadays. armoured personnel carriers (APCs), and capability have not been structurally For COIN needs, British Ferret, Kuala Lumpur only acquired wheel ones in changed, and engaging targets with anti- French AML-60/90, and its initial two decades, and thus the aging ship missiles in a limited distance in littoral SIMBAS wheeled armoured vehicles APC types are mainly wheel models: M-3 waters is still their main mission. Therefore, were acquired respectively in the mid- Panhard, LAV-150 and Condor. Similarly, those Malaysian missile boats are not 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. A great portion Malaysia’s current AV8 project covers a significantly obsolete. The two Katuri of local modernised Ferrets and broad large number of APCs which can replace class frigates purchased from in services of AML series in other countries old models and achieve technological 1984 are supposed not to be obsolete, but may signify their operability, but the succession. The their poor air / missile defence capability massively declined service number of retains some vessels in a “grey zone” of without SAMs may make it vulnerable to SIMBAS may imply the maintenance defining antique. Four Perdana class function as major surface combatants in difficulty. Both Ferret and AML have been (French Combattante II), four Handalan modern naval warfare. succeeded with newer models, but Ferret class (Swedish Spica-M) missile boats and The Royal Malaysian Air Force has would be more outdated due to its earlier six Jerong class patrol boats were delivered a list of antique aircraft. The F-5E/F design, weak firepower and smaller space. respectively in the early and mid-1970s. fighters, purchased in the early 1970s and Currently, the PT-91 MBTs with 125mm Their internationalised components, 1980s and upgraded in the mid-2000s, are supposed to keep operable. As several international F-5 users, such as and , chose to replace them with newer models for better radars, avionics and payload, with the upgrade and without procurement, Malaysian F-5s would like to extend their service to the foreseeable future. The C-130 transporters from the 1970s would not be classified as antique due to their wide service in various countries, including the US, and the qualification of overhaul and modification in the indigenous aviation industry would provide adequate support.

(Wu Shang-Su is Research Fellow, Military Studies Programme, Institute of Defence and Strategic Studies)

6 www.GBP.com.sg/dailynews Omnirole and Omnipresent assault Aviation’s Rafale twin-engined 2016 tell Daily News, “We are optimistic service of 40 years for the type. At present Dfighter aircraft is one of the leading of the chances of the Rafale for Malaysia. Rafale export orders stand at 48, with contenders for Malaysia’s requirement Our recent successes in , and Egypt (24 Rafale) and Qatar (24 Rafale). for 18 state-of-the-art combat aircraft to hopefully soon in will further add Dassault Aviation has confirmed that a replace its ageing MiG-29 fighter jets. What to export prospects for Rafale.” The latest fourth export contract (in addition to will certainly help the Rafale campaign in variant of the Rafale that is in service with Eygpt, Qatar and India) would be needed Malaysia, is the fact that the type is now the French Air Force is being offered to for an increase in the production rate of seeing extensive combat operations with Malaysia, along with a technical assistance the Rafale to three aircraft per month. the French Air Force and has notched up in Malaysia that will allow for the creation Measures have already been taken by the export successes in Egypt and Qatar, with of a substantial local maintenance, repair company to raise the production rate to India expected to join the ranks of Rafale and support infrastructure for the aircraft three Rafales per month in 2018, versus customers. French officials attending DSA and its systems to cater for a period of one per month previously. Rheinmetall BK27 on Gripens for and heinmetall will supply a total of 88 2017-2025. Rheinmetall will also supply RGripen NG (“Next Generation”) the ammunition for the weapon system. fighter aircraft with its BK27 automatic Older generation combat aircraft cannon. The cannon will come with a like the multi-role Tornado, feature newly developed linkless ammunition the gas-operated revolver cannon in feeding system and the order is worth its linked ammunition-feeding version a mid-eight-figure euro amount. and the linkless version, serves as Delivery of the globally acclaimed the standard weapon in the while the Mauser 27mm revolver cannon from Eurofighter. Rheinmetall Oberndorf for the new Approximately 3,500 systems have Gripen NGs will take place between been manufactured to date.

www.GBP.com.sg/dailynews 7 SE Asia Debut for Savox THOR 4i and communications solutions Cprovider, Savox is showcasing its Further Orders for Black Shark THOR Integrated Combat Headgear System, for the first time in South-East Torpedo Expected Asia at DSA. THOR was unveiled last inmeccanica Defence Systems expects , , and India has autumn in Europe and the Middle East. Ffurther orders from SE Asia for its Black also shortlisted the Black Shark for its The new systems have already received Shark torpedo. The Black Shark is already Scorpene fleet. “This is the best heavy a strong response with a number of in use on Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) torpedo in the world and we have made it defence and security end users becoming Scorpenes and the highly potent torpedo, even better with our new lithium-polymer early adopters of the product. Initially makes use of state-of-the-art technologies technology rechargeable batteries that developed by Savox for the Finnish to deliver a deadly strike. An official at the have been tested by the ,” the Future Warrior 2020 Programme, Finmeccanica Defence Systems stand, tells official tells Daily News. The new batteries THOR is the ideal headgear system Daily News, “We are also in discussions are easier to handle and substantially for infantry soldier modernisation with another country in the region for a improve safety on-board . programmes. It is suitable for not only Black Shark torpedo order.” Finmeccanica The Scorpene can be also be integrated traditional combat scenarios, but also has achieved substantial success with sales on Russian Kilo Class submarines though urban counter-terrorism and security of the Black Shark torpedo to customers there has been no request till date for the operations, homeland security and worldwide, including Malaysia, , work to be performed. Special Forces operations. Displays Modern Fire Arms zerbaijan is displaying about 220 The Anew 7.62x54R mm semi- Asamples of defence products, automatic sniper rifle called Yirtiji is including its new , at the ongoing also on display at the show. The weapon DSA exhibition. features a 620 mm barrel, weighs 6 kg, “We have the EM-14 5.56 mm assault and is fed from a 10-round Dragunov steel rifle, 7.62 mm Yirtiji semi-automatic magazine, he explains. sniper rifle, and the 40 mm RBG/M11 RBG 40mm/6 M11 Revolver-type revolver grenade launcher on display,” says Grenade Launchers 40 mm represents a Ramzi Shukurov, Deputy Head of Military- modern infantry light fire support weapon. Technical Cooperation Department. It features 6-round drum, drum revolving The EM-14 is a derivative of the Khazri an M4-type telescopic buttstock. by means of helical spring which is wound rifle. Compared with the earlier Khazri, the “We plan to start serial production of prior to firing, respectively. EM-14 is equipped with a longer forearm this gun by the end of this year or early with a MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rail and next year,” Shukurov adds.

8 www.GBP.com.sg/dailynews Delivering Best in Class Defence Solutions

solutions as part of the major digitalisation for Land Forces, Thales delivered and programme of the Malaysian Armed integrated a scalable vehicle electronic Forces. STE is also providing integration on architecture in the AV8 programme. various platforms and is a major supplier In the Naval sector, Thales has supplied for DEFTECH (Defence Technologies the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) Sdn Bhd). These vehicles are part of the with state-of-the-art above water and 257 armoured vehicle units that were underwater sensors and mission systems designed, developed, manufactured and installed on-board various Malaysian commissioned by DEFTECH under a ships and combatants. Thales has signed a hales has been a vital partner in the contract awarded in 2011. contract to supply six SMART-S Mk2 naval Tmodernisation plan of the Malaysian The first 12 units of the 8X8 Infantry surveillance radar systems, as well as six Armed Forces, where it has offered the Fighting Vehicle 25 mm (IFV25), were CAPTAS-2 towed sonar systems for the full scope of its defence expertise and handed over to the in RMN’s Second Generation Patrol Vessel experience for the defence of Malaysia. December 2014. As a subcontractor to (SGPV) Littoral Combat Ships (LCS). In the field of Communications and DEFTECH in this programme, Thales was Thales has also successfully performed Command & Control systems, Thales in charge of the integration of an advanced integration work of its combat system has been providing the Malaysian Army open vehicle electronic architecture. (Tacticos) on Kasturi class corvettes for with its secured digital communication Thanks to its expertise in C4ISR systems the RMN.

www.GBP.com.sg/dailynews 9 level and night qualification. 18 A400Ms were assembled in 2015, which was twice as many as the previous year. “We’ve substantially regained the confidence of our customers and are now putting all our efforts into managing the ramp-up, fleet availability and getting the further military capabilities ready,” company officials tell Daily News. In 2015, 21 A400Ms were delivered to customers and four more had been transferred to the UK RAF, these are counted by the RAF as part of their fleet although they have not been contractually delivered. The four RAF aircraft are being Malaysia to Get 2 More A400M in 2016 used for a UK-specific Defensive Aids Sub- System (DASS) conversion, which will be alaysia will take delivery of two agreed support package which includes line delivered in spring 2016. Mmore A400Ms in 2016, to complete maintenance, technical assistance, flight The A400M is delivering on its promise its order for four of the new generation operations and spares management. of unmatched capability for an aircraft in airlifter. “We delivered the second aircraft in Malaysia was the first export customer its class as customers that have received January, and in fact all four aircraft will have for the A400M and the Royal Malaysian aircraft so far are making increasing use of been handed over by the end of this year,” Air Force (RMAF), displayed the type at their aircraft. UK aircraft which are now An Airbus Defence & Space spokesperson LIMA 2015, a week after it took delivery of flying worldwide, including routine flights tells Daily News. the aircraft and at the Singapore Air Show to the US and a global tour have reached Malaysia has also constructed a very 2016, where the airlifter made its maiden some 1,700 flight hours. A German A400M impressive purpose-built hangar at Subang show appearance outside Malaysia. flew an international aid mission to air force base which can accommodate all Additional military capabilities are non-stop, which the C-160 could only have four aircraft and crew training is now in being continually introduced on the A400M done with refuelling. full swing at the Airbus Defence & Space as the type matures in military service The French Air Force has been International Training Centre in Seville, and already limited paratrooping and air- conducting routine transport missions . As of February, this year 14 pilots dropping operations have been certified. to Mali, , N’Djamena and others have completed their training. Airbus More capabilities will be added in a stepwise in support of its sub-Saharan combat Defence & Space is also delivering on its manned in 2016 and work continues on low- operations, as well as transatlantic flights. Malaysian Hawks to Receive Upgrades he BAE Systems Hawk is an Daily News. “We are in the process Taircraft type that is in widespread of working with Malaysian use in the region with 84 aircraft in Aerospace company AIROD to service across Asia Pacific (, provide a capability upgrade to Malaysia and Indonesia). The size the RMAF Hawk fleet,” said the of the fleet and proven performance official. “This upgrade focuses on of the Hawk, makes it a type that is the Self-Protection Systems and ideally suited for potential aircraft Mission Planning and Debrief upgrades. This is especially important systems which are necessary to as users seek to upgrade their Hawk conduct operational flying in a AJTs to cater for new generation high threat environment.” The combat types to be inducted in the upgrade will also be applicable to future. “Our other main area of focus in we are again, mainly focused on Malaysia the Hawk aircraft operated by Indonesia the region is Hawk Upgrades for which at this time,” a BAE Systems official tells and Oman.

10 www.GBP.com.sg/dailynews Ready to Tackle New Challenges efence Security Asia 2016 continues need to know that they can place their environment in Malaysia, is a sign that the Dto maintain its prominence as trust in our defence capabilities and we show is now a gateway to defence prospects the premier land and naval systems cannot fail them.” By virtue of its unique in the region and not only Malaysia. exhibition in the region. At the opening position as the premier show in the For defence companies seeking to enter reception of the show, Malaysia’s Defence region, and the quality of exhibitors it the market, DSA is ready to tackle new Minister YB Dato’ Seri Hishammuddin attracts, DSA showcases the latest trends challenges as it now looks forward to the Tun Hussein highlighted the partnership and technologies in defence and security next edition to be held in 2018. and strong business focus of DSA, that activities and as such has an important has continued to attract defence and role to play in the safety and security of security firms from all over the world Malaysia. “It is my hope that eventually DSA 2016 FACTS and significant national participation. DSA will be a premier platform to • More than 1200 Companies from 60 The Minister highlighted the changes promote bilateral relationships and Countries in the world environment in the recent promote a higher level of commitment • Greater 300 Foreign VVIP Delegations years, with events such as the Arab towards regional and global defence and from 45 Nations Spring and lone wolf attacks in the peace,” said the Minister. This sentiment • In Excess of 34000 Trade Visitors from capital cities of the world, to tsunamis was certainly echoed by delegates at the 77 Countries and the global financial crisis, “Events official ceremony who were optimistic • 29 International Pavilions Featured in the recent past have shown us that about the prospects of the latest in defence • New Countries Participating in 2016: adversities come when we least expect technology being acquired by Malaysia Belarus, Bosnia, , , it.” “We have to accept that uncertainty is for its security needs, even in the face of a Russia, UAE and Ukraine a permanent part of our lives and here to challenging procurement environment. The • First Ever Malaysian Defence & Security stay and we owe it our people to protect growth in the scope and scale of DSA 2016, Hall them and to defend their interests. They despite a challenging defence procurement

www.GBP.com.sg/dailynews 11 Continued from Page 1 Thales UAS for Malaysia

Nexter Bullish in SE Asia The maritime design of Fulmar allows n display for the first time at DSA . The Caesar combines the best of the aircraft to take-off and land, while Ois the Nexter Systems 105 LG1 105 tactical mobility and fire power and the the ship is in motion, a key requirement mm / 30 calibre assault artillery gun. The 155mm/52 calibre artillery gun offers of the MMEA. This capability offers an artillery system is being showcased by accurate long range fire support, while unrivalled competitive advantage to Nexter at DSA even though there is no its wheeled chassis makes air transport other systems in the market. formal requirement for such a system possible. An entire Caesar system can be Fulmar will extend the operational from the Malaysian Army. However, transported on a C-130 aircraft. Nexter capabilities of the Malaysian maritime the 105 LG1 makes the perfect case remains bullish for the prospects of the surveillance fleet, proving a broad range for a light artillery weapon for special Caesar in the region and already has of operational capabilities including forces as it is the lightest 105mm gun in two customers in which has counter-piracy, anti-smuggling its class, say company officials. The gun purchased an estimated 37 systems and operations, fisheries policing and border weighs anywhere between 1.5 and 1.6 Indonesia is another operator in the surveillance. Automatic detection tonne depending on the configuration. region. The success of the Caesar in two and tracking systems and Automatic A highly accurate artillery piece, the demanding markets in Thailand and Identification Systems (AIS) deliver weapon has earned the nickname ‘Sniper’ Indonesia, highlights the ability of the unrivalled high performance surveillance for its accurate fire. Users of the 105 LG1 system to satisfy the most demanding on a flexible platform. include, Singapore, Columbia, Belgium, requirements from the field in the South- Canada amongst other countries. The 105 East Asian region. LG1 can be towed by an all-terrain vehicle For Video Coverage of or be transportable with slings by a light the DSA 2016 show, or medium helicopter. 4 guns can be air scan the QR code: transported in a C-130 aircraft. The Caesar is also being offered by Nexter for a proposed requirement for a self- propelled gun (SPG) for Malaysia, though it is not clear if a tracked or wheeled solution is being looked at. The Caesar has been demonstrated to Malaysian military officials at Nexter’s facilities in

12 www.GBP.com.sg/dailynews Saab’s Carl-Gustaf M4 Evokes Interest in the Region aab is showcasing its latest weapon have been designed for busting , required for training, We particularly take Ssystems Carl-Gustaf M4 and the holding positions and taking ground but great pride in the amount of firepower that Ground-Launched Small Diameter Bomb they are so heavyweight for the troops that our systems enable. The new Carl-Gustaf (GLSDB) at the ongoing DSA exhibition. they are forced away from using it. M4 has been developed in response to Featuring for the first time at the DSA, “Saab’s Carl Gustaf resolves this our customers’ needs for tomorrow. The these systems are tailor made defence challenge for Malaysian army which may Carl-Gustaf M4 is the next evolutionary and security solutions for Asia Pacific, have operational requirements in both step in the development of Saab’s multi- according to Saab, and “make the best bet urban and strategically more demanding role, portable weapon systems. It can be for Malaysia.” battle environments. Saab’s Carl Gustaf, deployed in any combat environment to “GLSDB is a long range precision AT4 and NLAW weapons systems along effectively dictate the outcome of each incendiary solution that widens the with several others can enable a modern engagement,” says Rolf Michel, Director, capabilities of armed forces. Highly fighting force to become light, lethal and Business Management, Ground Combat effective and accurate over long ranges, the wired to meet the operational challenges of Systems, Saab. GLSDB is designed to meet the evolving the 21st century,” Johansson says. Through its wide variety of ammunition, needs of today´s and tomorrow´s armed The shoulder-fired weapon system Carl-Gustaf has made advances as the forces,” says Gorgen Johansson, head of has a long and successful history, and is main weapon of Special Forces. Saab business area Dynamics. in use today in more than 40 countries Saab’s lightweight Carl-Gustaf M4, Capable of conducting reverse slope worldwide, including India, Malaysia, introduced recently to the market, has engagements and defeating a range of targets, Thailand, Singapore, and Indonesia. all the flexibility and lethality of previous from hardened facilities to soft-skinned The system offers the soldier various types Carl-Gustaf variants. With its far-reaching assets, the GLSDB can help add another of ammunition, ranging from armour pen- design changes and improve-ments, dimension to armed forces´ capabilities. etration and anti-personnel to ammunition the system now weighs less than 7 kg, “Developed in partnership with for built-up areas, as well as special features delivering a significant improvement in Boeing, the GLSDB is a flexible, precise like smoke and illumination. soldier mobility. The M4 is also compatible and reliable weapon that exemplifies the “We have a range of smart ground with future battlefield technology value of Saab´s thinking edge,” he adds. combat products that work at par in all such as intelligent sighting systems for The contemporary weapon systems environments with relatively short time programmable ammunition.

www.GBP.com.sg/dailynews 13 Democratic Republic of the Congo. The reputation of the dogs was enhanced when they uncovered a major drug smuggling operation in the West African country of Benin. Efforts to hide heroin in aircraft parts, bolts and screws could not prevent the dogs from detecting the contraband. Mechem was contracted to provide sniffer dogs and training to the government of Benin. Cross-border tensions in West Africa have led to other countries in the region turning to Mechem for the training of dogs and handlers to be deployed at strategic border posts. The key to the success involves the Demand for Canine Sleuths training of dogs and handlers as a team, scalating global concerns about measures at airports and border posts. explains Dr Hannes Slabbert, the Senior Eaviation safety and border security are Many countries are now rediscovering Manager: Canine Business. Clients have contributing to a rapid growth in demand the capacity of sniffer dogs to screen cargo the options of utilising the services of for South African-trained sniffer dogs. at loading bays at busy airports and to teams provided by Mechem, or sending Mechem is one of the world’s most perform spot checks on vehicles moving handlers to for training. trusted breeders and trainers of canine across international borders. When you It takes up to 12 weeks to train a novice detectives and its four-legged sleuths combine the natural abilities of well- handler and a further three months to have a well-earned reputation for sniffing trained dogs with advances in modern become a fully-certified trainer. Detection out explosives, drugs, smuggled animal scanning technology you are able to teams trained by Denel are used by products and other contraband. provide a comprehensive security solution. governments, nature conservation bodies, Ashley Williams, the General Williams says the Mechem dogs and police services and the private sector. Manager of Mechem, says there is a handlers are in great demand in many Slabbert says that the unique system global shortage of quality working dogs. conflict regions. Through the years trained which combines modern technology with Regional tensions and recent incidents of teams have proven their value in landmine the canines’ capabilities to search for and terrorism on passenger airlines have led detection operations in countries such uncover a wide range of substances, gives to a comprehensive rethink about security as South , Afghanistan and the the teams their edge.

UK Seeks Long Term Partnerships with Malaysian Companies K companies are showcasing a range and strengthen our defence and security Uof state-of-the-art defence capabilities relationship,” said Philip Dunne, Minister at DSA 2016. UK based companies are for Defence Procurement. Stephen looking at DSA 2016, as an important Phipson Head UKTI DSO said: “Malaysia show, as they look to establish long term is a very important defence and security joint ventures and industrial partnerships market for the UK and DSA 2016 gives with Malaysian companies. Highlighting UK companies an excellent opportunity to this effort is the presence of the Defence showcase a range of capabilities including Solutions Centre, which is exhibiting at border protection. The key themes of the DSA for the first time and will be available UK presence at DSA 2016 are; protection to offer advice and support to Malaysia of borders, critical national infrastructure, and the region. “Malaysia is an important innovation and partnership and it is in partner and by sharing our experiences these areas that UK companies will look and knowledge in areas like border for Malaysian partners to share their protection we will continue to deepen knowledge and knowhow.

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