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NEWS SHORTLY 2 Shooting and training center in Vladivostok EDITORIAL #4 (22) May, 2018 2 Gold and global brand BelOMA ‘Industrial Weekly‘ special export project 2 High-Tech Equipment for Registered in the Federal Service for Supervision the Asia Market of Communications, Information Technology 4 Anniversary of the CSTO and Mass Media (Roscomnadzor) 09.12.2015 Joint Staff PI № FS77-63977 4 India‘s MoD Delegation in Russia 4 Interest of DSA-2018 6 Two ship-based Ka-226T 6 Tecmash in 2017 6 Light Aircraft TVS-2DTS 8 Russia-India: Military- The magazine ‘Russian Aviation & Military Technical Cooperation Guide‘, published by the United industrial 8 Development of the edition, is a winner of National prize CR929 program ‘Golden Idea 2016‘ FSMTC of Russia 8 Rosoboronexport in 2018 General director 10 FIDAE 2018 Editor-in-chief 10 TV7-117ST: premier Presumption of Security Valeriy STOLNIKOV at MFD-2018 10 After-sales service for It has become already obvious and undeniable Chief editor‘s deputy military equipment that security is becoming increasingly important Julia GUZHONKOVA 12 Сertificate among the various values of civilization. Today, for Elena SOKOLOVA for Ka-226T any state, the ability to reliably and securely pro- 12 Russian ‘Viking‘ tect the territory, residents and values is a priority. Commercial director 12 Next Generation Political situation in the world (conflicts, sanc- Helicopter Engine tions, threats of war and other) makes nations Andrey TARABRIN 13 Largest exporters of once again reconsider their defense possibilities. Russia Threat of local conflicts to be evolved into global Managers 13 For upgrading BMP-2 ones, failure of worldwide system of safety and and BMD-2 Tatiana VALEEVA non­ending crisis – all of this leads to an unstable Natalia MOZHAEVA MAIN TOPICS and dangerous situation. Andrey PARAMONOV One can predict raise of defense means mar- 14 Vladimir Putin ket in times like this. But together with develop- and King Abdullah II Designed by ing of defense technologies in order to secure Svetlana SELIVERSTOVA EXPORT REGULATION people‘s safety, rivalry among sellers of weap- ons and defense systems increases in order to 20 Solutions for a wide There are materials from the information range of tasks achieve such goals as increasing profits and agencies and from the press services market share. SOFEX-2018 presents in Jordan of the federal authorities of the Russian the best weapons and innovations for global se- Federation used in the project. NEW PROPOSALS 27 Ka-52 to test new missile curity, which are the undisputed world leaders weapon on price and quality in their segments. Edition is 3 thousand copies These exhibition and conference will show that MAIN RUSSIAN it is not serious about how many weapons you Editorial office: EXPORTER have, but quality and possibilities of every single Malaya Gruzinskaya St., 39 28 Innovations one of them is fact what leads to victory on the Moscow, 123557 Tel.: +7-495-690-3108, 778-14-47, 729-39-77 at SOFEX-2018 battlefield. Other significant factor is technological independence from seller – modern technologies BEST TECHNOLOGIES make it possible to shut down any device from any Media postal address: Moscow, Russia, 123104, mailbox 29 34 High-Precision Weapons place of the globe if you have appropriate access. 42 For Land Forces With hi-tech products, solid aftersales­ service and 43 ‘KB Radar‘: from Belarus – [email protected] proven reliability, Russia is honest and friendly to all over the world partner for all countries, ready for mutual work. [email protected] Taking part in SOFEX-2018 Russia continues www.promweekly.ru GLOBAL EXCLUSIVE the policy of open partnership with the countries The materials marked with 44 Secure rescue at any published on a commercial basis height of the Middle East. Russia has a wide product line that meets all the needs of defense in this region.

© ‘United Industrial Edition‘, 2018 48 OUR CALENDAR 2018 Valeriy Stolnikov NEWS SHORTLY SHOOTING AND TRAINING Gold and global brand BelOMA CENTER IN VLADIVOSTOK Products under the Belarusian brand BelOMA are very well known throughout the world, in SIBER Holding, Chinese DeWe Group and Far East Agency for investment attraction and that region and in the countries of the Middle East. The history of the Belarusian Optical and export support, which is an autonomous Mechanical Association (BelOMA) springs from foundation of the Minsk Mechanical Works non-profit organization, signed a mem- named after S.I. Vavilov (MMW) in 1957 (the first products – cameras and the machines for orandum on the construction of a shoot- optical instruments and devices processing). ing and training center in Vladivostok. They plan to develop the facility to become a In view of expansion of production vol- BelOMA has also been awarded tourist cluster in future. The center will use ume and nomenclature of the prod- with ‘Gold Globe‘ prize and Diploma – small weapons produced by the manufac- ucts being manufactured, in 1971 the for the outstanding contribution to turers affiliated to Rosteс State Corporation Belarusian Optical and Mechanical development of the national economy like Kalashnikov Concern, High-Precision Association has been founded on and integration into world economy, Complexes Science-cum- Production Association and Tula Arms Plant. A cluster the basis of the MMW named after ‘Birmingham Torch‘ prize and Diploma – to come into being on the basis of the cen- S.I. Vavilov. BelOMA held the leading for success in survival and develop- ter will cater for tourists, in particular, from position in the optical branch of the ment under difficult conditions, oth- China, who will be able to practice at the fire USSR and solved the tasks on devel- er prizes. range and take part in paramilitary events of opment and production of special-pur- In 2009 the enterprises which technical character. As the SIBER press ser- pose items and the consumer goods. were the parts of BelOMA have been destination. The innovation project of vice informed, the newly created shooting The plants which were parts of the reorganized into public corporations BelOMO Holding – production of do- center will be an important supplement to Association specialized in production (Zenit-BelOMA Public Corporation, mestic thermal imaging devices. the Primorskoye Koltso (Primorye Ring) en- tertainment and sports cluster, which is go- of particular kinds of products: Diaprojector Rogachev Plant Public High quality, reliability, techno- ing to be built in the near future. BelOMA has been awarded with Corporation, Svet Zhlobin Factory logical efficiency, durability and ease the Order of the Red Banner of Labour, Public Corporation). of exploitation were always the at- FOR A PROSPECTIVE AIRCRAFT 228 workers, experts and employ- At present, in spite of universality tributes of the products of BelOMO Holding Technodinamika has developped ees have been awarded with med- and multiproduct character of produc- Holding. The products completely cor- high-speed synchronous generators GSR- als and orders of the USSR, 28 experts tion, BelOMO as before is the Company respond to the national and interna- 90/120 prototypes for a prospective aircraft have been awarded with the ranks of famous for its specialization – pro- tional standards requirements. This with a hire electric power consumption fea- the Laureates of the State Awards of duction of laser, optoelectronic and means that also in the future BelOMO ture. ‘The serial production of generators BSSR and the USSR, 2 Laureates of the optical-and-mechanical systems and Holding can work with expansion of like GSR-90/120 will significantly contribute to the reduction of the Russian aircraft in- Lenin Awards, 3 employees have been devices. The Company manufactures the assortment of the products being dustry dependence on foreign components,‘ awarded with the ranks of the Heroes sights, binoculars, night vision devic- manufactured and their active sales said Igor Nasenkov, Technodinamika General of Socialist Labour. es and many other products of special promotion in the world markets. Manager. ‘In the long run, such power plants may be installed on a wide range of air- craft, from MC-21 and wide-body long-haul liners in civil aviation to transport aircraft.‘ High-Tech Equipment for the Asia Market Currently, Technodinamika is completing the GSR-90/120 prototypes preparation for full- Being a State Corporation Rostec affiliate, the holding company Shvabe has concluded scale testing, including functional, mechani- a trilateral agreement on cooperation in the field of promoting national high tech in cal and thermal tests. A distinctive feature of the Southeast Asia market. The agreement was signed by the Shvabe holding, Singapore the generator is the possibility of its use on company Progression Pte. Ltd. and Russia-Singapore Business Council (RSBC). board an aircraft without a constant speed drive in a range from 10800 to 24000 rpm. The signing of the agreement took It is worth noting that Rostec- THE CONFIGURATION OF place in the framework of the annu- supported Russian-Singapore al business forum ‘Russia-Singapore Business Council founded in HELICOPTER Business Dialogue‘. The parties agreed 2017 in Singapore a Center for The Indian party has approved the configura- on cooperating and interacting with Promoting of Russian Technologies tion of Ka-226T light-weight multi-purpose the Center for Promoting Russian overseas and presenting invest- helicopter designed by Russian Helicopters high-tech companies overseas and ment projects. It was inaugu- (a member of the Rostec State Corporation). Presenting investment projects rated in December 2017 during The helicopter is expected to be assembled by a joint enterprise Indo-Russian Helicopters founded on the basis of Progression Rostec General Manager Sergei The holding delegation also took Limited in India. As noted by Andrey Boginsky, Pte. Ltd. State Corporation Rostec Chemezov‘s visit to Singapore. As of part in the plenary session of the General Director of Russian Helicopters, ap- took part in the Russian-Singapore 2018, three cluster expositions with Russian-Singapore Business Dialogue proval of the helicopter‘s appearance means Business Dialogue forum as a general the participation of Schwabe in the forum dedicated to the Russia - that the technical aspects of the project have partner. The Russian delegation was Pharmaceuticals and Medicine sec- Singapore interaction in the field of already been agreed upon. ‘The Indian par- headed by Nikolai Volobuev, Rostec tion are to be organized on the cen- innovation and digital technologies ty has declared one‘s readiness to issue RFP Deputy General Manager and Alexey ter site. They will be accessible to pertaining to healthcare, smart city for the supply of 200 helicopters, following which we can start preparing contract docu- Gruzdev, Deputy Minister for Economic the public in April, May and from management, investment coopera- ments,‘ he added. Development. August through October. tion of countries and other topics.

2 Russian Aviation & Military Guide NEWS SHORTLY ANNIVERSARY OF THE CSTO India‘s MoD Delegation in Russia JOINT STAFF The delegation of India‘s Ministry of Defense (MoD), led by Mr. Apurva Chandra, Director General On 28 April 2018 there was celebrat- Acquisition of the Ministry of Defense of India, visited the industrial site of Izhevsk-based ed the 15th anniversary of foundation of the Joint Staff of the Collective Security Kalashnikov Group, Rostec‘s member. The guests were given a tour of the production facility, Treaty Organisation. The CSTO Joint Staff, demonstrating the modern manufacture of Kalashnikov assault rifles of various modifications. being a permanent working body of the Besides, they were given the opportunity to test numerous Kalashnikov‘s weapons on a range. Organisation, is responsible for drafting pro- posals relating to the military component ‘India‘s military, like the rest of ‘We are ready to help India con- of the CSTO. the world, knows Kalashnikow‘s leg- struct a facility similar to what the The CSTO Joint Staff is tasked with the endary designs perfectly well. Today Mr. Apurva Chandra-led delegation formation, operation and employment of gave us the opportunity to see the saw today to produce modern weap- the CSTO Collective Forces (Troops), the entire production cycle and test as- ons and future Kalashnikov‘s designs. preparation and holding jointly with the sault rifles ourselves. What we have Rosoboronexport has substantial ex- defence departments of the Organization member states of joint operational and witnessed proves the plant‘s capac- pertise to accommodate needs of our combat training events, military technical ity to provide uninterrupted produc- partner. Russia‘s special arms export- cooperation, coordination of joint training tion of hi-tech equipment in quantity. er can cooperate with any state or for us to take up implementing our of personnel and specialists for the Armed While assembly of the latest AKs has private facility in India subject to the mutually beneficial intentions,‘ add- Forces of the CSTO member states. The already gone in full swing, we saw country‘s Ministry of Defense choice,‘ ed Deputy Director General Arkady CSTO Joint Staff made a great contribu- good potential for future growth and said Director General Alexandr Privalov of the Kalashnikov Group. tion to the development of normative le- transition to production of state-of- Mikheev of Rosoboronexport. Assistance in starting production gal documents aimed at creating and de- the-art designs in the future,‘ noted ‘The Kalashnikov Group demon- of Russian-made military equipment veloping all components of the collective security system. Mr. Apurva Chandra after examining strated to our Indian partners capa- abroad is one of the main lines of For 15 years, the CSTO Joint Staff has Kalashnikov‘s operation lines. bilities of our revamped operation, business of Rostec‘s Rosoboronexport. played an organizational and coordinating Being consistent with all require- its effectiveness, flexibility, and ca- During his official visit to Russia role in forming the Collective Rapid Reaction ments, which one would expect a pacity to take up production of cut- Mr. Apurva Chandra, Director General Force (CRRF), Collective Rapid Deployment modern weapon to meet, the AKs ex- ting-edge equipment in almost no Acquisition of the Ministry of Defense Force (CRDF), Peacekeeping Force (PKF) and ported today are the most advanced time, as well as boost the production of India, went to various industrial fa- Collective Aviation Force (CAF). The total production modifications of the AKs. rate, provided more orders come in- cilities and held a number of talks on strength of the multilateral CSTO Collective Apart from supply of end products, to our hands. We have made empha- future projects paving the way for forces is over 26,000 servicemen. Since 1 January 2018, the CSTO Joint Rosoboronexport assists in start- sis on providing at a moment‘s notice broader cooperation. The Indian del- Staff has been operating with the new ing their licensed manufacturing at transfer of technologies essential for egation saw the National Helicopter staff list. The principle of coalition guidance foreign customers‘ sites. Every year, production of our weapons to any de- Building Center in Moscow, Yantar has been implemented. The Chief of the Asian and Latin American states sup- fense facility in India. We hope that Baltic Shipyard in Kaliningrad, Almaz- Joint Staff is appointed from the Russian ported by Rosoboronexport manufac- the issue of setting up production of Antey AD Group in St. Petersburg, Federation. Three Deputy Chiefs of the Joint ture dozens of thousands of licensed Kalashnikov assault rifles gives way and Aviastar-SP (Ulyanovsk-based Staff and two Chiefs of its Directorates are copies of Kalashnikovs. to specific solutions in the near future Ilyushin Aviation Complex). appointed from the Republic of Armenia, Republic of Belarus, Republic of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic and Republic of Tajikistan. The new staff list includes specialists of the Arms and Special Troops, including Interest of DSA-2018 the Aviation, Air Defence, Reconnaissance, Rosoboronexport at Russia‘s joint exposition at DSA 2018 (Malaysia) showed military Signal Communications, RChBD, Engineer equipment, developed and manufactured by Russian defense enterprises for South-East Troops, EW and Topographic Services. Asia. Specialists believe that one of the most promising export future are the Su-family of BEST PILOTS AND AIRPLANES multirole supermaneuverable fighters, namely Su-35 and Su-30MKM, as well as MiG-29M multirole tactical fighter, and Yak-130 combat-trainer. Young crews of MiG-31 fighters, the naval aviation of the Pacific Fleet, completed the Besides, South-East Asia presents one troop carrying capacity due to their first flight in the clouds in Kamchatka. In of major opportunities for the growth versatility, unique capabilities, unsur- Kamchatka, the planned training of young of export of Russian helicopters. Under passed by their contenders, and abil- fighter pilots of a separate composite reg- iment of naval aviation of the Pacific Fleet the circumstances Rosoboronexport ity to operate in tropics and hard-to- for combat alert on air defense continues. put on display at DSA-2018 all types reach mountainous areas notorious for Crews of MiG-31 high-altitude fighter air- of helicopters, which are tailored for height and air temperature fluctuation. craft conducted flights in the clouds in the operations in complex climatic condi- Russia‘s Ka-226T light utility heli- conditions of the snow cyclone that came tions and superior to their opponents copter and Mi-28NE attack helicopter, to the peninsula. In difficult weather con- in terms of cost-effectiveness. As al- also brought to DSA 2018, owe their at exhibition also showed high interest ditions, in the daytime and at night, the pi- ways, customers‘ interest was piqued considerable export potential in the re- to naval, army and air defense equip- lots practiced pilotage of instrumental con- trol in limited visibility, take-off and landing by the Mi-171Sh and Mi-17V-5 trans- gion to their high combat and opera- ment, particularly to the Pantsir-S1 gun at low clouds and collaborative experience. ports, as well as Mi-35 gunship with tional performance. Foreign delegations and missile system Igla-S MANPADS.

4 Russian Aviation & Military Guide NEWS SHORTLY TWO SHIP-BASED KA-226T Tecmash in 2017 Kumertau Aviation Production Enterprise (KumAPE) of Russian Helicopters Holding Tecmash Concern has summed up the results for 2017. More than 40 military-cum-technical Company (part of Rostec State Corporation) cooperation contracts were fulfilled and a 45% increase in civilian production output was delivered another two ship-based Ka-226T recorded during the reporting period. rotorcraft to the customer, thus complet- ing contract execution ahead of schedule. For instance, the Concern delivered The helicopters successfully accomplished all the main targets under the State the entirety of acceptance tests and are Defense Order, fulfilled more than 40 to join the special-purpose state aviation military-cum-technical cooperation fleet shortly. contracts, and decreased the number The current delivery is the third in line: of toxic assets almost by half. Eight at the end of March 2017, KumAPE hosted a ceremonial handover of the first two ship- federal target programs and ten re- based Ka-226T with another two helicop- structuring projects have also been ters delivered in December 2017. completed in 2017. ‘The enterprise‘s contractual obliga- The annual volume of civilian tions have been fulfilled in advance, and goods production went up by 45%. It four rotorcraft delivered earlier are al- was RUR 11.2 billion last year against ready inducted into the special-purpose RUR 7.7 billion in 2016. New civil- aviation. Ka-226T has demonstrated an excellent performance in challenging ian products including drilling equip- sea conditions. I am sure that such ex- ment and refrigerators, have been perience will boost the demand for this designed and put into batch produc- helicopter both in Russia and abroad,‘ tion by the holding facilities as part Tecmash holding structure includes The scope of the Concern af- highlighted Andrey Boginskiy, Director of the Rostec overall strategy imply- 36 enterprises of the ammunition filiates civilian production encom- General of Russian Helicopters Holding ing a 50%, increase of civilian prod- industry. Highly effective models passes the fossil and power produc- Company. ucts share by 2025. of military hardware manufactured tion complex equipment, industri- As distinct from the ‘land-based‘ ver- Science-cum-production Concern by the Tecmash holding are used in al and medical refrigeration equip- sion, light utility ship-based Ka-226T he- licopter features a blade folding system Tecmash was founded by the Rostec more than 100 countries around the ment, agricultural machinery and of the main rotor. Moreover, the helicop- State Corporation in 2011. The world. consumer goods. ter boasts the state-of-the-art avion- ics suite, its components and systems are fit for operation under aggressive condi- tions of marine environment. Owing to its Light Aircraft TVS-2DTS small dimensions, the helicopter can be de- ployed on ships and low-displacement ves- The Rostec State Corporation launches manufacturing of TVS-2DTS light aircraft at the facilities of sels. Ship-based Ka-226T helicopter is in- the Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant (U-UAZ), a member of the Russian Helicopters holding company. The tended for performing search and rescue aircraft will be utilised for regional passenger operations, initially – in Siberia and the Russian Far and transport missions round-the-clock in East where a new airline company will be established for these purposes. standard or adverse weather. The agreement on local airline op- СOOPERATION AGREEMENT erations was signed during the Russian Investment Forum in Sochi The Roscongress Foundation and Moscow by the Ministry of Industry and ‘Defense Industry Complex of the Russian State Institute of International Relations (University) under the Ministry of Foreign Trade of the Russian Federation, the Federation‘ (‘OPK RF‘) – a magazine Affairs of the Russian Federation have Ministry of Transport of the Russian about key programs, development trends, concluded an agreement on cooperation. Federation, representatives of the The document was signed by Roscongress Republic of Buryatia and the Sakha innovation processes, success Foundation CEO Alexander Stuglev and Republic (Yakutia), as well as the in diversification, etc. of defense Industry. Moscow State Institute of International Russian Helicopters holding compa- ‘OPK RF‘ is based and is being published Relations Vice Rector Artem Malgin. ny. According to the agreement, new The parties agreed to cooperate in or- by ‘United Industrial Edition‘. The magazine www.promweekly.ru TVS-2DTS aircraft manufacturing fa- der to ensure the highest-level prepara- is published 6 times a year. It is distributed www.prom.red tion and holding of congress, exhibition, cilities will be built at U-UAZ by 2019. and social events in Russia and abroad, During the period of 2021-2025, the by subscription, at major exhibitions and [email protected] involving Moscow State Institute of plant agrees to supply at least 200 ve- in any weather conditions. Another TVS-2DTS aircraft will replace the forums, among government agencies International Relations. Cooperation will hicles for regional aviation. advantage of the aircraft is that it obsolete An-2 aircraft built in USSR [email protected] consist of bilateral and multilateral con- TVS-2DTS is a lightweight multi- does not require any special take- and abroad that are still massive- and subjects of international economic sultations, webinars, forums, roundtables, purpose aircraft with an all-compos- off or landing site. Its cruising speed ly used by regional airline operators. activity of different countries. 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RUSSIA-INDIA: MILITARY- Development of the CR929 program TECHNICAL COOPERATION CRAIC, the joint venture of United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) and Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC), has officially announced the commencement of Joint Concept Definition Phase (JCDP) within the program of CR929 aircraft development. CRAIC General Manager Mr. Guo Chief CR929 Program Designer Bozhi emphasized that the formal from Russian side Maxim Litvinov ex- commencement of JCDP was of great plained that this stage shall foresee significance to promote the deep par- more detailed analysis of technical ticipation of potential suppliers in aspect with regards to RFP Working product definition, optimize airborne Packages that are planned to be re- The Russian Foreign Ministry‘s press cen- systems and aircraft technical con- leased by the end of 2018. ter hosted presentation of a photo book ti- cepts. JCDP includes RFP stage during tled Russia-India: Milestones of Military- JCDP stage shall allow China and which airframer requests proposals Technical Cooperation. The event was or- Russia joint team, together with key from potential suppliers of the sys- 2017 and the answer to such requests ganized jointly by the Russian Foreign worldwide potential suppliers with- tems and equipments. is expected to be received by the end Ministry and JSC Rosoboronexport, part of the Rostec State Corporation. in JCDP phase of CR929 program, to JCDP stage within CR929 Program of this May. The event was attended by Sergey perform a more thorough review of doesn‘t include interaction in relation Completion of RFP-related pro- Goreslavsky, Deputy Director General of requirements to the main airborne to the power propulsion system. As cedures within the Chinese-Russian Rosoboronexport, Yury Kaptelkin, Director systems: Propulsion System, Landing for this system, RFPs to the potential long range wide body aircraft pro- of the Office of the Company‘s Director Gear, Environmental Control System, suppliers of long range wide body air- gram is expected at the end of General, Ambassador Extraordinary and Avionics and others. craft program were sent in December 2019. Plenipotentiary of the Republic of India to Russia Pankaj Saran, as well as repre- sentatives of the Russian Foreign Ministry, Russia‘s Federal Service of Military- Technical Cooperation, Rostec State Rosoboronexport in 2018 Corporation, and Russian defense enter- prises involved in military-technical co- JSC Rosoboronexport (part of the Rostec State Corporation) will make active exhibition operation. efforts in 2018 to expand the reach of Russian defense manufacturers‘ displays. ‘We consider ‘The history of military-technical coop- participation in international defense exhibitions as one of the key areas of the Company‘s eration between Russia and India, which dates back almost six decades, is most marketing activities. In 2018, our delegations will visit 23 events in various regions of the clearly and exhaustively presented in the world. Particular attention will be paid to the most promising markets such as the Asia Pacific book. This cooperation began with a mod- region, the Middle East and Latin America,‘ said Alexander Mikheev, Director General of est episode concerning a donation of two Rosoboronexport. Il-14S aircraft in the de-luxe version by the head of the Soviet state to the Indian gov- The Company will organize joint nical cooperation with new partner INTERNATIONAL ernment. It has steadily evolved and to- Russian displays and will also pres- countries and increase its presence MILITARY-TECHNICAL FORUM ‘ARMY-2018‘ day, within the framework of the strate- ent its stands at five venues in the in various regions of the world. To gic partnership between the two countries, Asia Pacific region and in three Middle meet these challenges, the Company shows the widest variety of the forms and International military-technical forum types of relations: supply of military and Eastern states. In addition, there are makes its debut at new exhibition ‘ARMY-2018‘ dual-use products, joint ventures, licensed plans to participate in three exhibi- platforms. production of arms and military equip- tions to be held on the territory of the ‘To strengthen our military- ment, as well as joint R&D efforts on ad- CIS countries, two European countries, technical cooperation with the August 21-26, 2018 vanced weapons,‘ said Sergey Goreslavsky. and also in the South African Republic. Philippines that received a major and dual-purpose products, tech- The photo book was prepared under the ‘Clearly, the exhibitions held in boost in 2017, we will for the first nologies and services. It is a sub- The Patriot Congress and Exhibition Centre with sponsorship of Rosoboronexport and with Russia continue to be priority and time organize a Russian display at sidiary of the Rostec Corporation. the Military and Patriotic Park of Recreation the assistance of the Company‘s employ- probably most productive for us. This the Asian Defense & Security (ADAS) Founded on 4 November, 2000, now and Leisure of the Armed Forces of the Russian ees, whose professional activities have been Federation intrinsically associated with India for doz- year, Rosoboronexport traditionally 2018 Exhibition and Conference, to Rosoboronexport is one of the lead- ens of years. It includes previously unpub- organizes its displays at the Army be held in September in Manila. I am ing world arms exporters to the inter- Official information analytical edition of the lished photos of bilateral meetings and nego- Forum, International Helicopter confident that our participation will national market. Its share in Russia‘s forum – newspaper show-daily ‘ARMY-2018‘ tiations, including summits, ceremonies for Industry Exhibition (HeliRussia 2018), strengthen Russia‘s position on the military exports exceeds 85 percent. the transfer of military equipment, its oper- Interpolitex and will exhibit its pro- highly competitive Asian and Pacific Rosoboronexport cooperates with Four issues: ‘First day‘, ‘Second day‘, ‘Third day‘, ation, joint exercises, and many others. Two moted products at the International arms market,‘ added the head of more than 700 enterprises and or- ‘Fourth day‘ hundred thirty pages of a peculiar photo re- Far East Naval Salon 2018 in Rosoboronexport. ganizations in the Russian defence cord encompass the entire period of Russian- Reports on the work of the Forum, the most Indian military-technical cooperation. The Vladivostok for the first time,‘ said Rosoboronexport is the only industrial complex. Russia maintains important current business and presentations, text of the book tells about the formation, Alexander Mikheev. state-owned arms trade company in military technical cooperation with the representation of participants, their development and current status of the part- Rosoboronexport is continuous- the Russian Federation authorized more than 70 countries around the exposition and programs. nership between the two countries. ly working to promote military-tech- to export the full range of military world. www.promweekly.ru/army2018.php +7-925-143-95-10 www.rusarmyexpo.ru/exhibiting/advertising_services [email protected] 8 Russian Aviation & Military Guide NEWS SHORTLY

FIDAE 2018 TV7-117ST: premier at MFD-2018 JSC Rosoboronexport (part of the Rostec In Moscow at the III International Forum of Engine Building (MFD-2018) the United Engine State Corporation) was organizing the Russian exhibit at the International Air and Corporation first time was demonstrated a full-scale specimen of the state-of-the-art TV7- Space Fair FIDAE 2018 (April 3-8? Santiago, 117ST engine for the Il-114-300 airliner. Chili). The official Russian delegation at TV7-117ST is a base engine for the will enable a reduction of produc- the show was headed by Deputy Director of the Federal Service on Military and power unit of advanced Il-112V tion costs and will become an exam- Technical Cooperation Anatoly Punchuk. light military transport aircraft, and ple of military technology transfer Rosoboronexport‘s Deputy Head of the the civilian modification of the en- to the civilian sector. Department on Defence Technologies and gine, TV7-117ST-01, will become Bench tests of TV7-117ST on an Space Stanislav Andrukovsky was appoint- the operational engine for the Il- advanced test bench of UEC-Klimov ed the head of the combined delegation of 114-300 regional passenger-carry- started in September 2016. A year the Rostec State Corporation and the spe- ing aircraft whose commercial out- later, in September 2017, UEC com- cial exporter. put is to be revived in Russia. TV7- menced the flight tests of the pow- tured by a variety of UEC enterprises. ‘Rosoboronexport is considering the Latin American region as one of the most 117ST-01 engine will also be certi- er unit onboard of the Il-76LL flying It should be recalled that the important and promising for the develop- fied as per the civilian standards. laboratory. The first stage was com- import substitution programme for ment of military and technical coopera- More powerful as compared pleted in December 2017. As a result, manufacturing of TV3-117/VK-2500 tion. Currently we are interacting on differ- to the previous modification TV7- the TV7-117ST engine and the AV- helicopter engines designed for ent projects related to all the services and 117SM, TV7-117ST-01 will increase 112 propeller were cleared for the most Mi and Ka helicopters has been branches of the armed forces, including our the capacity of Il-114-300 and re- first flight of Il-112V. successfully implemented at UEC- active cooperation on the modernization duce the run time of the aircraft. TV7-117ST engines are entirely Klimov since 2014. In 2015, com- and re-equipment of the regional countries‘ Operation of the unified engine on made of Russian parts, units and as- mercial output of the VK-2500 en- air forces. The models of the aviation equip- ment, offered to the customers, have com- the Il-112V and Il-114-300 aircraft semblies. They are jointly manufac- gines was launched in Russia. petitive combat, functional and operation- al features and characteristics, and are ful- ly adapted for the use in the climatic condi- tions of the Latin American countries,‘ said After-sales service for military equipment Stanislav Andrukovsky. Rosoboronexport (part of the Rostec State Corporation) has discussed the issues of modernization Among the displayed items, the most promising for the Latin American mar- and development of the technical readiness provision system for the military equipment supplied ket are the multipurpose Su-30 fighters to foreign customers. The theme of the after-sales service of materiel was discussed at the meeting of different modifications, multifunction of the ‘Equipment and weapons of the land forces‘ panel of the Science and Engineering Board of MiG-29M/M2 fighters, (combat) train- the ‘Oreltechmach‘ public company, a part of the ‘Proekt-Technika‘ Corporation. ers Yak-130, combat helicopters Mi-28NE, combat attack and reconnaissance heli- ‘The present-day market of weap- is now paid both by the foreign cus- copters Ka-52, multipurpose Mi-17 type ons and military equipment speci- tomers and suppliers of those prod- helicopters as well as light multirole fies very stringent requirements to ucts. Rosoboronexport‘s experience choppers ‘Ansat‘ and ‘Ka-226T‘. The great the military products as far as the in the area of foreign trade activities demand for the modern Russian combat support of their technical and com- shows that the requirements of com- planes is justified by their high airworthi- bat readiness for the complete lifecy- pany‘s partners to the provision of ness, technical and tactical characteris- tics as well as combat capabilities to per- cle is concerned. This results in the de- successful and effective use of weap- form different missions. sire of foreign customers to conclude ons and materiel are increasing. The popularity of the Mi-17 type he- total package procurement contracts, Besides, Rosoboronexport is in- hensive approach to maintenance, we licopters is determined mostly by their which clearly determine supplier‘s terested in the rise of attractiveness have already successfully complet- multi-functionality, high transportation and customer‘s obligations on the and effectiveness of the after-sale ser- ed and continue to execute a num- performance, outperforming competi- after-sales service of purchased mil- vice of supplied products as fine-tuned ber of contracts in Venezuela, the tors, and enhanced survivability. Many itary equipment for the whole oper- business processes in this area are be- Republic of Cyprus, Uganda and the Latin American counties have already ating life. Rosoboronexport takes in- coming a source of stable income and United Arab Emirates‘, noted Igor tested the efficiency of these helicopters in hard-to-reach mountainous areas with to account this trend in the global profit markup for the companies of the Sevastianov. rapid changes of heights and atmospher- arms market and constantly devel- Russian defence industry. It was also acknowledged at ic temperatures, as well as in dusty condi- ops its capabilities in relation to the ‘Today we are cooperating suc- the meeting that the companies of tions without any reductions in the oper- offered products and services‘, said cessfully with the ‘Proekt-Technika‘ the defence industry should devel- ational life of the main assemblies. Rosoboronexport‘s Deputy Director Corporation on the after-sales service op and offer to their foreign custom- ‘An extensive business program is Igor Sevastianov. of our supplied products. This is one ers electronic operating documenta- planned for the period of the exhibition, In the past several years the af- of the global leaders on the devel- tion and electronic illustrated interac- which includes meetings with representa- ter-sales service of the exported mil- opment and production of solutions tive catalogues, which now become tives of the different region‘s countries to discuss promising areas in the area of space itary products has become a very im- in the area of mobile and station- an obligatory condition for purchas- technology and outer space infrastructure,‘ portant factor to provide a competi- ary infrastructure for special purpos- ing the main nomenclature of the added Stanislav Andrukovsky. tive ability, to which much attention es. Within the concept of the compre- equipment.

10 Russian Aviation & Military Guide NEWS SHORTLY NEWS SHORTLY СERTIFICATE FOR KA-226T Russian ‘Viking‘ Russian security products LARGEST EXPORTERS OF Russian Federal Aviation Agency JSC Rosoboronexport (part of the Rostec State Corporation) is starting the promotion to the foreign RUSSIA (Rosaviation) has issued a supplement to Rosoboronexport (part of the Rostec State Corporation) is expanding the sphere of its foreign markets of the newest air defence missile system (ADMS) ‘Viking‘ (a ‘Buk-M3‘ type ADMS). Holding company Shvabe ended up on the certificate for Ka-226T helicopter that al- trade activities. As the state intermediary agency for the export and import of the whole range 161 line in the TOP-200 largest exporters lows the machine operation at high temper- ‘That‘s good news for us and our for- launching installation, and the num- of end products, technologies and services of military and dual use character, Rosoboronexport of Russia. The holding took 28th place in atures. The document makes it possible to eign partners. The ‘Viking‘ complex ber of ready-for-launch air defence the category of non-resource exporters. start exporting the helicopters to countries is planning to enlarge its competences since 2017 with the export of the Russian security As of the end of 2016, the holding com- with the hot climate. The Rosaviation issued preserves the best characteristics guided missiles in one firing position products operating at different levels, including the national security one. pany‘s export volumes were about 5 bil- certificate has become a result of testing, car- of the famous line of the ‘Buk‘ air made of two combat units has grown lion rubles, with the exception of sup- ried out by Russian Helicopters specialists defence missile systems and repre- up from 8 to 18. ‘In 2017-2018 we will have a reposi- special thematic cluster of the Rostec non-lethal weapons, special small plies to the Eurasian Economic Union. This and Iran Helicopter Support and Renewal sents the milestone in the develop- ADMS ‘Viking‘ has received a tioning of the Rosoboronexport‘s im- State Corporation companies produc- arms for the police, individual ar- Company technicians in Iran in September indicator, the main factor of ranking in ment of the medium-range ADMS. number of unique features, which age. This is connected with the explo- ing anti-terrorist equipment was cre- mour protection assets. the annual rating prepared by the Expert 2017. The testing was done in order to prove The producers allotted unique char- were not previously available in any sive growth of interest in the world ated. The development projects are A considerable part of the new normal functioning of the machine at out- Analytical Centre, guaranteed 161 line for acteristics to it, which are in line with air defence missile system. For in- market to the solutions to provide state implemented in cooperation with the area of activities is devoted to the door temperature of up to 50 °С. Shvabe. The TOP-200 list includes 38 non- ‘The potential users of our helicopter had the current requirements in the ar- stance, it has a capability of integrat- istics. Besides, the ADMS envisages and infrastructure security, which was experts on countering terrorism and anti-terrorist assets. Foreign custom- resource exporters with more than 50% a chance to learn about its capabilities at a ea of force and infrastructure pro- ing launchers from the ‘Antei-2500‘ a capability of the autonomous use caused by the unprecedented expan- crime prevention from all the Russian ers may receive special small arms share of non-resource export in the over- news conference we had upon completion of tection from the strikes of present- ADMS, which provides for the capa- of the firing sections and even sepa- sion of terrorism and extremism threats. law-enforcement agencies, i.e. the and close combat assets, special ar- all volume of export supplies. According the testing in Iran last fall. Naturally, the offi- day and future air assault weap- bility of target engagement at a dis- rate self-propelled firing installations, This is why we consider the promo- Ministry of Defence, Federal Security moured vehicles, search and inspec- to the Analytical Centre, the holding com- cial approval will help us negotiate with com- ons in conditions of radio-electron- tance up to 130 kilometers and will which enlarges the total defended ar- tion of security services in the exter- Service, Ministry of Interior, Russian tion equipment, explosives and drugs pany exports 99.4% of non-resource prod- panies interested to purchase the machine‘, ic countermeasures and firing. The boost the efficiency of the whole AD ea and increases the number of cov- nal market as one of the company‘s Guard and EMERCOM. detection assets, explosive objects ucts and holds 28th place in this rating category. Shvabe‘s presence on the in- Russian Helicopters Holding Director General ‘Viking‘ has no countertypes today in grouping in the fight against enemy‘s ered sites. In addition, it helps to min- drivers. Meanwhile, Rosoboronexport The products, offered by handling equipment, robotic systems. Andrey Boginsky acknowledged. ternational market has expanded in the the world armaments market,‘ said pilot-controlled aviation. imize the expenses for the air defence has all the necessary competences for Rosoboronexport, include a vari- ‘In addition to that, we now offer to last five years. Its geography of sales in- Rosoboronexport‘s Deputy Director The ‘Viking‘ was developed configuration set up. the successful work in this area with ety of special assets and systems. our partners equipment for the protec- cluded 20 new countries. As of today, the KRONSTADT GROUP General Sergey Ladygin. and designed with the account of ‘Commissioned by the Russian the ministries of interior, border guard They comprise the ‘Secure City‘ com- tion of installations of special impor- Shvabe‘s products are supplied to 95 coun- AT DSA & NATSEC ASIA The multimissile highly mobile the world market trends. Its tech- Armed Forced ‘Buk-M3‘ system services, national guards and coast plex automated system, law-en- tance and of critical infrastructure as tries. In particular, the holding company medium-range air defence missile nical characteristics allow the sys- and its export version ‘Viking‘ have guards of the partner nations,‘ said Yuri forcement units‘ transportation sys- well as of long land and water bound- entered new distribution markets in the system ‘Viking‘ is the next step in the tem to be adapted to the greatest proved a very high level of combat Kaptelkin, head of the Office of the tems, including the aviation ones, ary lines. Special attention is given to Southeast Asia and Europe, Latin America, development of the famous ‘Kub‘ – possible extent for the priorities of efficiency during their daily opera- Rosoboronexport‘s Director General. designed for the conduct of special the issues of countering unmanned as well as Central, North, South and West ‘Buk‘ ADMS line. In comparison with Rosoboronexport‘s foreign custom- tion and exercises. The ‘Viking‘ has a For the development of the spe- operations, as well as special vehi- aerial vehicles and provision of cyber Africa. The revenue also demonstrates sta- the ‘Buk-M2E‘ ADMS, its range of fire ers. The combat control station of the very high kill probability in relation cial exporter‘s new area of activities, a cles for the provision of public order, security,‘ added Yuri Kaptelkin. ble growth dynamics. A significant por- tion of our products is technologically ad- has increased nearly by 1.5 times – ‘Viking‘ has a possibility of integra- to enemy‘s aviation, attacking ele- vanced export. up to 65 kilometers. Besides, the tion with the organic radar system ments of precision-guided munitions, number of simultaneously fired tar- as well as with other radars, includ- as well as tactical ballistic missiles, gets has also increased by 1.5 times, ing the ones produced outside Russia, maritime and ground targets,‘ added For upgrading BMP-2 and BMD-2 LARGEST IMPORTER Kronstadt Group presented its Unmanned which is 6 by each self-propelled but possessing required character- Sergey Ladygin. Sergey Chemezov, General Director of the Rostec State Corporation, launched production at a new TOP-100 Aircaft Systems in Kuala Lumpur at Defence workshop for soft-skin vehicles upgrade at Sheglovsky Val, a Tula factory (a member of Rostec). It will KAMAZ became a TOP-100 largest im- Services Asia 2018. be used for upgrading BMP-2 and BMD-2 combat vehicles – a respective agreement has been signed porter of Russia according to the rankings Kronstadt Group in delegation under of the Russian Export Centre (REC). At the the auspices of JSC ‘Rosoboronexport‘ at Next Generation Helicopter Engine between Rostec and the Ministry of Defence of Russia. end of the previous year the export vol- DSA & NATSEC ASIA 2018 which was tak- A workshop with a total floor area ume of the company has grown by 25% ing place on April 16 to 19. Defence and United Engine-building Corporation, a part of the Rostec State Corporation, has started works on and was US 178 mln. The company holds Security Ministries‘ officials and industry of 5,000 square metres with mod- development of a prospective helicopter engine of the next generation. New construction materials 86th position in the overall ranking. At professionals got acquainted with Russia‘s ern equipment is designed for me- and additive technologies, as well as 3D-printing, will be used in the process of development. the same time KAMAZ became a TOP- latest developments in UAV technolo- chanical treatment, welding, ther- 10 leader among Russian companies of gy during the first overseas appearance of In addition to proven effective as 3D-printing, will be used in the mal treatment, assembly and paint- the machine building industry and holds Orion-E Medium-Altitude Long-Endurance technologies and materials, new process of development. ing works. Unmanned Surveillance Aircraft System. 13th position in the overall ranking of design visions and aviation engines ‘While developing new products ‘The new workshop for soft-skin non-resource exporters. As was noted be- DSA is the top Defence and National production methods will be imple- and technologies, the Rostec State vehicles upgrade will not only be- Security event for South-East Asia and fore, in the nearest five years KAMAZ ex- ranked among top-5 global defence exhi- mented in the process of develop- Corporation has a unique chance come another step towards introduc- pects to triple the volumes of trucks sold bitions, providing an excellent platform to ment. The contractor of the proj- to use the resources of not a single tion of modern technologies to arma- internationally. Half of the new supplies share latest ideas, products and technolo- ect Saint-Petersburg ‘ODK ‘Klimov‘ company or research center but em- ment production. This workshop also The agreement envisages up- On behalf of Rostec the agreement will be new model vehicles. It should be gies for army, navy and airforce from around is planning to implement the tech- ploy the united effort of all compa- means 240 new jobs. The workshop grade of combat vehicles through a was signed by Deputy General Director recalled that KAMAZ has been export- the world. nologies that were already used for nies that are parts of the corporation commissioning will ensure repairs and state defence order for the Ministry of the High Precision Systems Holding ing vehicles and components to more ‘Being part of Russia‘s official delega- other ODK aircraft engine models, to contribute to the process of devel- upgrade of soft-skin vehicles: BMD- of Defence as part of the Armaments Company, Managing Director of KBP than 30 countries, including countries of CIS, Southeast Asia, Middle East, Africa, tion chaired by Rosoboronexport is both an such as PD-14 engine for civil air- opment of brand new equipment for power unit is supposed to be ready 2 and BMP-2. This step has been tak- State Programme – 2025. This agree- Instrument Design Bureau Dmitry honor and an excellent opportunity to pres- Eastern Europe, Latin America. There are craft MC-21, a prospective engine aviation industry‘, Aviation Cluster for serial production in 2025. The en with the support from the Ministry ment is one of the first major ar- Konoplev. On behalf of the Ministry ent our defence solutions to the Asia Pacific three KAMAZ assembly plants operat- region,‘ stated Kirill Dybko, Executive Vice- for Su-57 fighter of the fifth gener- Industrial Director of the Rostec weight of the unit will be reduced of Defence: today we have signed an rangements for implementation of of Defence of the Russian Federation ing abroad – in Kazakhstan, Lithuania President of Kronstadt Group. ‘We are happy ation and BK-2500M helicopter en- State Corporation commented. by 15 per cent compared to existing agreement on upgrade of 540 combat the state defence order as part of the agreement was signed by Deputy and Azerbaijan. Besides, two more sites to witness a growing interest in our latest gine. New construction materials The sample engine is expected competitive models while its opera- vehicles of BMP-2 and BMD-2 types,‘ the Armaments State Programme – Minister of Defence of the Russian prepare for renewal of operation – in UAV solutions on behalf of regional clients.‘ and additive technologies, as well to be complete in 2021 while the tion costs will be 30 per cent lower. stated Sergey Chemezov. 2025. Federation Yury Borisov. Vietnam and Iran.

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‘Your Majesty, You and I, as well as our colleagues are keeping in contact with each other. Personal meetings are certainly always important... This year we celebrate 55 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations. I think we have every reason to hope that we will continue to strengthen mutual trust and cooperation.‘ President of Russia Vladimir Putin

trying to solve the issues there as 2017 also in the Moscow Kremlin. about bilateral relations and the situ- quickly as possible. That visit was also at the invitation ation in the region, naturally, with a So I want to thank you and your of the Russian President. The dis- focus on sore spots, including efforts colleagues for the very close inter- cussion focussed on current issues to reach a settlement in Syria. action that we have had. I am sure in Russian-Jordanian cooperation At the beginning of our conversa- that this year will be a better year. and prospects for expanding trade, tion I would like to thank you for sup- And also, I want to thank my brother, economic and humanitarian ties, as porting the process that began in the the President, for his dedication to well as on current international and capital of Kazakhstan, Astana. Thanks work very hard to find a solution for regional issues. to our joint efforts, the process is both the Israelis and Palestinians and, Vladimir Putin noted then: ‘I am developing on the basis of a very hopefully, bring more hope to our greatly pleased that our dialogue important decision that was taken – region.‘ steadily continues and that we are the cessation of hostilities, a ceasefire last year‘s meeting that Vladimir always in contact. In the course of between government forces and the VLADIMIR PUTIN Putin referred to, was held in January your visit today we will certainly talk armed opposition. and KING ABDULLAH II Relations between Russia and Jordan are developing steadily and positively. This applies to all areas of cooperation, including political and military-technical blocs. The exceptionally friendly nature of relations between countries is underscored by meetings between the two leaders – President of Russia Vladimir Putin and King of Jordan Abdullah II. It is enough to recall the recent meeting that took place in February this year in frame of the working visit King Abdullah II to Russia.

uring that meeting in certainly always important. Today brother. And as you mentioned, this the Moscow Kremlin the we will talk about bilateral relations is an auspicious year marking the President of Russia and and the situation in the region, but special relationship and the anniver- D King Abdullah II were at the beginning of our meeting sary of the relationship of our two discuss various aspects allow me to remind you that this countries. But equally important, of Russian-Jordanian cooperation year we celebrate 55 years since the based on our meeting this time last and topical issues on the interna- establishment of diplomatic rela- year, was the leadership that you tional and regional agenda – par- tions. I think we have every reason showed as well as the joint coopera- ticularly, the situation in Syria and to hope that we will continue to tion between our two countries on the Middle East settlement. strengthen mutual trust and coop- bringing better days to Syria. Your President of Russia Vladimir eration.‘ directives a year ago have allowed, Putin said: ‘Your Majesty, we met King Abdullah II of Jordan said: ‘Mr. I think, much stronger Jordanian- exactly one year ago, in January last President, thank you again for your Russian coordination, and we have year. You and I, as well as our col- kindness and your hospitality. I am been able to make good political leagues are keeping in contact with always very delighted and warmed grounds in southern Syria. This is due each other. Personal meetings are by the opportunity to see my dear to your guidance and your vision of

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I consider it very important to note that the participants in the ‘I have said for many years that the only way Astana process have declared that of finding a political solution in Syria is with it is impossible to resolve the Syrian problem by military means. And we the strong role that both you and Russia play very much hope that the Astana talks for a political solution for the Syrian people. will serve as a sound foundation for the continuation of this negotiating Your fight against Daesh is a fight that all of process also in Geneva.‘ us have to do together not only in Syria and King Abdullah II of Jordan said: ‘Mr. President, I am truly delighted Iraq but also both you and I have said that to be back and seeing my brother this a global war, a war that binds all of us and my friend again here in Moscow. And I cherish not only the special together.‘ relationships that we both have, but King of Jordan Abdullah II the special relationship between two our countries. I am looking very much forward because this will bring, I hope, an lem but other regional problems in that I‘m here today in Moscow to to our bilateral relations and discus- inclusive future to all Syrian people. the Middle East. share not only the friendship but the sions this evening on many issues Again, we will work very close- We both said many years ago same vision of bringing stability to where Russian plays such a pivotal ly with you as we proceed to the that the challenge that our coun- our region. I thank you, Mr President, role, not only internationally but Geneva talks and other talks, and the tries face, that the world faces, is this for allowing us to be here with you specifically in our region. We fully role of Russia can only help advance war on international terrorism. We today.‘ endorsed and supported the Astana the challenges, because without have been speaking to many in the One can not but recall one process and we are very grateful for Russia we will not be able to find world who have not listened to your more historic meeting between Russia‘s role in being able to do this, solutions to not only the Syrian prob- views and our views. But I am glad the two leaders, which took place in November 2015 in Sochi. At that meeting, Vladimir Putin outlined the objective principles of cooperation between the two friendly countries. The President of Russia said: ‘We maintain constant contacts with you. Today, when there is such a serious struggle against international terror- ism, it is obvious that we must join our efforts. I am happy to state that our military and official services are working in this direction.‘ King Abdullah II of Jordan said: ‘My dear brother, I thank you very much for seeing me today, on a day when you have many weighty issues on your shoulders. I would like to offer my condolences and those of the Jordanian people for that tragic terrorist heinous attack on the innocent Russians that lost their lives through the Metrojet ter- rorist attack, as well as the loss of your pilot today. I believe that this compels the international commu- nity to work stronger together both militarily and diplomatically in the context of Vienna, which is some- thing that you have been a strong sponsor of. You know, Mr. President, I have said for many years that the only way of finding a political solution in Syria is with the strong role that

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both you and Russia play for a politi- always been a strong one, and I know cal solution for the Syrian people. that it will continue to move from Your fight against Daesh is a fight strength to strength.‘ that all of us have to do together And also remember the mem- not only in Syria and Iraq but also orable visit of the King of Jordan both you and I have said that this a to Moscow in August 2015, when global war, a war that binds all of us he, together with Vladimir Putin, together. watched the largest aviation forum Daesh, Al Qaeda and their off- MAKS-2015. Vladimir Putin at that shoots want this to be a fight against time noted: ‘We are very pleased to humanity. And you and I have both have this chance to have a separate hoped for many years about the meeting with you on the sidelines of holistic nature of this challenge – MAKS-2015 to discuss the situation how we have to combine interna- in the region and look at our bilateral tional efforts not only in our region relations. I imagine you have found but to fight this in Africa, in Asia, in plenty to interest you at MAKS-2015, Europe as well as our region. all the more so, Your Majesty, as you So these are not only the chal- are a military man. lenges we face in Syria and Iraq, but Of course, it will be a pleasure ‘I would like to thank you for supporting the process that also we have seen terrorism in Saudi to discuss development in our bilat- began in the capital of Kazakhstan, Astana. Thanks to Arabia, in Beirut, and unfortunately eral contacts with you. I know that recently in Paris as well as Mali. our government colleagues in both our joint efforts, the process is developing on the basis of I know that this is a fight that both countries are working with each a very important decision that was taken – the cessation you and I, our countries and many other. I propose that we talk about others in the world are determined all of these matters now.‘ of hostilities, a ceasefire between government forces to win. Again, this is an opportunity King of Jordan Abdullah II said: and the armed opposition. I consider it very important for all of us in the international com- ‘Mr. President, thank you very much. munity to come together and fight Again, I am very impressed today to note that the participants in the Astana process this fight as part of a coordinated with the air show, it was truly a very have declared that it is impossible to resolve the Syrian international body. I again commend memorable occasion to be here with the very strong relationship between you this afternoon. I was especially problem by military means.‘ our two countries and between you touched by the programme you have President of Russia Vladimir Putin and myself. I have known you for for the youth, especially with tech- many years and our relationship has nology and science – that was very impressive. I am delighted to be back here in Moscow, and as you well know, we have a very strong and impor- tant relationship between our two ‘I know that this is a fight that both you and I, our countries that you have continued to build between our two nations countries and many others in the world are determined I am looking forward to being able to win. Again, this is an opportunity for all of us in the to discuss many of the major chal- lenges in our region that have been international community to come together and fight this plaguing us for several years, and fight as part of a coordinated international body. I again the vital role that you and Russia have been playing for such a long commend the very strong relationship between our two time and continue to play to bring countries and between you and myself. I have known stability to our region. Not only trying to bring Israelis you for many years and our relationship has always been and Palestinians closer together to a strong one, and I know that it will continue to move find a peaceful solution to that long and difficult conflict, but also, as you from strength to strength.‘ know, I have said for many years, as King of Jordan Abdullah II we try to find a solution for Syria, I have believed that the only way we can find a solution for Syria is the that country that has endured so Moscow to listen to you and to be vital role that you and your coun- much. So, your role and the role of able to exchange with you and my try play to find a political solution your nation is vital for our area, and colleagues here in Moscow, so, thank

for all parties to bring stability to I am delighted to be back here in you for having us back here.‘ /RA&MG/

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Corporation, Almaz – Antey Air and Russian activities in the field of Space Defense Corporation and MTC? others. They obtained this right to – First of all, I‘d like to note that service their equipment supplied to Russia is second in the list of world foreign customers as they represent top exporters of military purpose defense industry itself, they embrace products. It is not a secret that last the factories that manufacture spare year our defense exports exceeded parts, components, etc. $15 bln. The major part of this export Federal Service for Military- is aviation equipment; export of the Technical Cooperation is an agency equipment related to aviation var- that controls and supervises all the ies in the range of 40-50% of the activities related to military-technical total volume. Of course, we positively cooperation and issues licenses. From appreciate this fact, and we wish strategic point of view the FSMTC of exporters of other weapon types to Russia plays the role of government achieve these figures as well. policy ‘conductor‘ in the field of mil- At the same time we under- itary-technical cooperation and acts stand, that the market of mili- as a controlling and licensing agency at the same time. The countries of the Middle East and North Africa are However, all decisions regarding final supplies anyway are made at our time-tested partners in various fields including the the highest level in Russia. That is, military-technical one. Therefore, they have been using either an appropriate ordinance or instruction of the President or the almost all types of Russian military purpose products. Russian government should be Armored machinery, aviation equipment, air-defense issued. That‘s why I call it a ‘vertical type of relationship.‘ systems and naval equipment of Russian (Soviet) origin – How can you describe the are in high demand in this region. And in all the above SOLUTIONS FOR A WIDE development and dynamics of mentioned directions we cooperate closely. RANGE OF TASKS Dmitry Shugaev: ‘The countries of the Middle East and North Africa altogether make up almost 50% of Russian total defense exports‘ In accordance with the law of the Russian Federation, activities in the field of military-technical cooperation (MTC) with foreign countries shall be controlled and supervised by the Federal Service for Military-Technical Cooperation (FSMTC of Russia) that, among other things, shall ensure implementation of basic principles of the Russian government policy in the field of MTC. Dmitry Evgenyevich Shugaev, the Director of FSMTC, discusses main directions and tendencies in development of military-technical cooperation between the Russian Federation and foreign countries, the peculiarities of Russian military purpose product exporters‘ activities at the present stage in his interview to our magazine.

Mister Shugaev, what built as a vertical relationship where the equipment previously purchased are the principles, the Rosoboronexport is the only export- by customers, to upgrade it and to – system of cooperation er of final military purpose products. supply spare parts for this equipment. in the field of MTC is Concurrently, there is also a number These, in particular, include such based on today? of entities in the field of military- integrated structures of the defense – Today the system of military- technical cooperation of Russia that industry as the United Aircraft technical cooperation of Russia is are authorized to provide service of Corporation, the United Shipbuilding

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provide for sustainable growth of with the current state of our military- Russian weapons and military equipment have made a our export supplies. technical cooperation with these good showing in the world. Today experts state that our It is important to participate in countries as well as with the pace long-term programs, providing at which we are moving forward. As weapons are: first, highly technological; second, proving technical support to our clients and for specific types of equipment that their ‘mission survivability‘. In addition, it is relatively creating maintenance stations with are popular with our partners in the an understanding that many of our Middle East and North Africa one easy to maintain our weapons. Combination of the clients aspire to improve their own cannot but mention armor materiel, above mentioned factors explains why our products industry, for example. air defense means, anti-tank missile – What is the share of the Middle systems and small arms. are so popular in the world. At the same time today East and North Africa in Russian – What main competitive advan- we offer the best value for money in the global market. defense exports and the country‘s tages does Russian equipment export order portfolio? What mili- have in terms of its operational This is recognized by many, including our competitors. tary and defense equipment is in capabilities in this region? Therefore, I state it proudly and not for the sake of demand among the countries of – No doubt, the main competitive the region? advantage of the Russian equipment, advertising, but because it is common knowledge. – The countries of the Middle East from the point of view of any foreign and North Africa altogether make up customer, is its quality-price ratio. As tary purpose products (MPP) is a vency of countries that in its turn almost 50% of Russian total defense for its operation in the countries of very specific market having cyclic depends on their general eco- exports, which is a considerable share. the Middle East and North Africa I nature. A number of factors should nomic health. Therefore, defense Our country‘s military- and dual pur- will add another important factor can say with full confidence that all the relationship of trust at bilateral be taken into account, includ- exports can hardly be expected to pose products are traditionally in highly assessed by our partners after those products, as well as the Russian level give us a strong cause for opti- ing modernization programs of soar. Russia is aimed at building great demand with the countries of many years of usage. This is high origin military equipment, have con- mism about the future of military- defense ministries, financial sol- long-term relationships that will the region. We are totally satisfied efficiency and excellent capabilities siderable potential for renovation. As technical cooperation with these of our weapons and equipment in an example, there are several large- countries. extreme climatic conditions. I believe scale projects on repair of domestic Armor materiel, air defense sys- these two major advantages alto- armored materiel and air defense tems and aviation equipment are tra- gether make our military purpose systems under implementation that ditionally in demand here because products so popular with regional are quite successful. Our country is they enable our partners to optimize customers. ready to offer a comprehensive ser- the protection of special infrastruc- – How long have Russia and the vice program of maintenance, repair tural objects, which is of paramount countries of the Middle East and and upgrade of our military prod- importance. North Africa been cooperating in ucts according to the highest quality However the need for a more the military-technical field? standards. integrated approach to the issues of – We have been developing mili- – What current offers of the national security amid security chal- tary-technical cooperation with the Russian aircraft equipment and lenges and looming threats compels countries of the region since the other defense solutions, according the countries of the Middle East and middle of the 20th century, that is to experts of FSMTC of Russia, are North Africa to actively diversify and for more than 50 years. Symbolically more promising for the countries modernize their national Armed enough, the inception of interaction of this region? Forces. Therefore, we consider the in the military-technical field with – Long-term experience of success- regional market a promising one for the countries of the Middle East and ful cooperation with the countries of a wide range of military purpose North Africa coincided with the peri- the Middle East and North Africa and products. od when our system of military-tech- nical cooperation was established. For our regional partners it was the time they obtained independence. Thereafter our cooperation in the military-technical sphere has devel- oped steadily and in a constructive manner. – What can the Russian Federation offer today to the coun- tries of the Middle East and North Africa in this regard? – At present, some operators of our military equipment in the region are facing the necessity to repair and modernize the equipment produced in the USSR and supplied earlier. I

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certified enterprises and under the – Are the countries of the region supervision of Russian experts in rel- interested in producing Russian We have been developing military-technical cooperation evant fields. At present Su-24 and equipment under license and MiG-29 aircraft, Mi-8 and Mi-24 type establishing joint ventures for with the countries of the region from the middle of the helicopters, T-72 tanks and BMP-1 maintaining and servicing Russian 20th century, that is for more than 50 years. Symbolically infantry combat vehicles are being equipment on-site? successfully overhauled and mod- – It is no secret that many countries enough, the inception of interaction in the military- ernized in the region. of the Middle East and North Africa technical field with the countries of the Middle East and – What can you say about are seeking to advance their defense Russian Safe City Project and its industry. And, to our satisfaction, North Africa coincided with the period when our system defense export prospects? they consider Russia as a qualified of military-technical cooperation was established. Well, Defense Ministries and their and reliable partner that can help various agencies remain major cus- them do it. For our regional partners it was the time they obtained tomers of the Russian military equip- Taking into account the volumes independence. Thereafter our cooperation in the ment in the region. And there is no of equipment supplied to the armed surprise about it since they require forces of the region, Russia is pretty military-technical sphere has developed steadily our state-of-the art systems to suc- much interested in launching service and in a constructive manner. cessfully carry out their basic function centers for our equipment here. At which is to protect their countries‘ present, we are exploring a number the trend. Of course, the approach – Can you give any particular sovereignty and territorial integrity. of projects on aviation and armor ‘buy it as it is or search for it elsewhere‘ examples worldwide? At the same time, there is growing materiel, as well as air defense sys- is becoming obsolete. Naturally, sales – A case in point is the joint ven- interest in the military-purpose prod- tems maintenance centers. Hopefully of the final product is our main pri- ture to manufacture Ka-226T heli- ucts from the Ministries of Internal we will soon come up with some ority, but our partners increasingly copter, which is registered in India in Affairs and other security agencies. mutually beneficial solutions. aim at building their national manu- accordance with appropriate inter- Despite the fact that so far it has As for license production of facturing facilities to develop their governmental agreement. It will start been limited to procurement of small Russian military equipment, we industries. its active work soon. Another exam- – Is Russia ready to consider ing multi-phased process with lots arms we hope that our cooperation proceed from the premise that at The relationship with partners ple of technological cooperation is JVs in the countries of the Middle of preparatory work to be accom- with these agencies can turn out first partners have to procure large within the pattern ‘end products only‘ BrahMos joint venture established East? Is there any existing positive plished before a deal can materialize. mutually beneficial and fruitful. consignments of finished products. is being gradually replaced by com- in India. experience of such cooperation? We are having a busy time market- As for the Safe City, we have made Only after that we can start a reason- prehensive cooperation in the field of In addition, the establishment of – A number of our partners from ing the systems that are successfully our presentations and respective able discussion of production under high-technology products. And we are a chain of maintenance stations in the countries of the Middle East used in Syria. You might be aware that proposals to partners. Some of them license. ready for this kind of cooperation as a Latin America, in particular, in Peru and North Africa show interest in S-300 and S-400 air defense systems, have expressed much interest in the – Is Russia open today for new country that has built its own defense and in Brazil can be invoked here too. establishing joint ventures (JVs). Pantsyr S-1 surface-to-air missile and project. Still at this stage it is too cooperation ties? industry. We are ready for cooperation We have a lot of cooperation projects The Russian Federation is ready to anti-aircraft artillery weapon system, premature to talk of any specific con- – Yes, we are open to new partner- and we will help our partners to create with Chinese companies etc. consider different models of coop- Kornet-E antitank guided missile sys- tracts on the Safe City. ships and we understand that this is systems they need today. Therefore, our foreign partners eration, including various forms of tem and other air-launched weapons can be sure that we are ready for JV. Some projects are already under are in the top wishing-list of our technological cooperation based on implementation. We hope that they customers. Of course, the increased many years of experience and strong will be successfully fulfilled to further popularity of these weapons is to an reputation of Russian weapons in promote cooperation between the extent due to their successful perfor- the world. Russian Federation with the coun- mance in Syria. – Is it really strong? tries of the region. – Some of the systems used in – Yes, it is. Russian weapons and – There is much discussion Syria are the ones that have gone military equipment have made a about the positive influence the through comprehensive modern- good showing in the world. Today operation of Russian Air Force in ization with their performance experts state that our weapons are: Syria has had on Russian defense substantially increased… first, highly technological; and, sec- exports. Please, if you can, name – Modernization of arms and ond, proving their ‘mission survivabil- any particular type of equipment military equipment produced in ity‘. In addition, it is relatively easy to that has been ordered by a for- the USSR is a full-fledged area of maintain our weapons. Combination eign customer due to its successful military-technical cooperation of of the above mentioned factors implementation in Syria? our country with its foreign partners. explains why our products are so – Since the very start of the Russian Competition with Eastern Europe, popular in the world. Air and Space Forces counterterror- CIS and China has recently become At the same time today we offer ist operation in Syria, the demand rather tense. Nevertheless, the coun- the best value for money in the among foreign customers for the tries that use our equipment should global market. This is recognized by Russian military-purpose products well understand that high quality everybody, including our competi- has significantly increased. At the work on improving performance and tors. I state this proudly and not for same time one has to realize that ensuring safety of defense equip- the purpose of advertising, because signing a contract is a time-consum- ment can be only carried out by it is not only our opinion, but assess-

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on the MTC of Russia with foreign countries? – Sanctions is a bad notion in principle, they contradict the logic of free market per se. Suffice it to say that WTO, of which Russia is a member, upholds freedom from any restrictions. Unfortunately, many international institutions intended to strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation are failing today. And in this particular case we are witnessing politically motivated and absolutely unjustified discrimination. However, being realists, we have to work and find solutions. There is also a downside of the medal for European companies that are forced to follow the sanctions. It is not only that they are bear- Ka-52 TO TEST NEW ing considerable losses as a result of this. It will also be extremely difficult for them to return to the As for license production of Russian military equipment, Russian market after the sanctions we proceed from the premise that at first partners have are lifted. Perhaps, it will be even MISSILE WEAPON impossible as all the niches they to procure large consignments of finished products. used to have already been taken by ‘Russian Helicopters‘ Holding Company together with the Russian Ministry of Defence will conduct Only after that we can start a reasonable discussion of their rivals. tests of the newest guided missiles on Ka-52 ship-based reconnaissance and combat helicopter. Our partners complain that they Specialists of the Holding Company will also test on-board equipment and armament of the production under license. have a kind of a ‘fatigue‘ about the helicopter for their resistance to electromagnetic fields. sanctions. Everybody understands ments of experts of the global market global market participating in many that this should be stopped, because urrently, the tests are per- made a decision to develop Russian Ka-52K helicopter differs from of military purpose products. international tenders for both state- nobody gains from it. We shall see formed on four Ka-52K helicopter carriers,‘ Andrey Boginsky, the baseline model by availability – And did Soviet equipment of-the art weapons and traditional how things turn out. The Russian prototypes. One of the CEO of Russian Helicopters Holding of a shortened folded wing, which prove its high efficiency? products. This stimulates national Federation has never shut any doors С helicopters is being pre- Company, noted. was upgraded for the installation of – Yes, it did. And it is still doing so. industry to manufacture the best or burnt down bridges. We take the pared for tests to evalu- During tests Ka-52 helicopter was heavy weapons, and a blade-folding For example, Vietnam has been our products at most competitive prices. situation in a pragmatic and unim- ate the resistance of avionics and significantly improved. The helicop- mechanism, which ensures its com- partner in the field of military-tech- – During the Saudi mon- passioned way. air weapons to external electromag- ter was equipped with the state- pact arrangement inside a ship‘s hold. nical cooperation for a long time for arch‘s recent official visit – So we are still to see who suf- netic fields. The second helicopter of-the-art target sight systems and Reduced dimensions of Ka-52 ship- one reason only: Vietnamese army to Russia the two countries fered from the sanctions more, undergoes preliminary tests at the weapon control systems, combat borne helicopters allow increasing uses soviet military equipment for reached agreement on such aren‘t we? airfield, and on the third helicopter survivability of the helicopter was the number of helicopters located on decades and is satisfied with it and Russian weapons S-400, TOS-1A, – Those who lost the Russian mar- a new inertial navigation system is enhanced and autonomous deploy- a ship to maximum. Armored cockpit with Russian products supplied in AK-103, AGS-30, Kornet-EM). Is ket have suffered most. In a longer tested. ment system was improved. These and unique ejection system provide replacement of older soviet equip- Russia open to technology transfer term our industry can gain from The fourth Ka-52K prototype is at modifications provided the Ka-52K pilots with the maximum safety level, ment. or is it just about finished products sanctions. Russian manufacturers the testing site of the Rusian Ministry with a range of competitive advan- which cannot be ensured on any heli- – Does it ring true amid the evi- supplies? due to the imports substitution of Defence, it is planned to test new tages as compared to the similar heli- copter of this class produced abroad. dently growing competition in the – Yes, our countries have agreed program and new cooperation ties guided missile weapons on this heli- copters of foreign production. Another important feature of the weapon market… on supplies of S-400 ‘Triumph‘ anti- are at minimum risk of contractors copter. Ka-52K helicopter is the next Ka-52K is the use of corrosion resis- – We live in the real world and we missile defense system, TOS-1A refusing to supply parts or equip- ‘Ka-52K helicopters are going product in the range of sea heli- tant materials, which is conditioned clearly understand that competition anti-tank guided weapon system, ment because of some politically through the final stages of the copters designed by Kamov Design by the necessity of helicopter‘s oper- is strong. Russian manufacturers take Kornet-EM anti-tank guided mis- motivated reasons. They are not at tests, and the Holding Company is Bureau. The helicopter is designed ation in conditions of humid marine into account the trends of the global sile system, as well as AGS-30 and risk of having to delay supply dates ready to start serial production of for patrolling, fire support of assault climate. The helicopter is equipped military equipment market. AK-103. At present we are discussing or to negotiate new conditions with this helicopter in the near future. We forces when landing, performing with a single-point refueling and a Today Russia is a manufacturer of the practical implementation of the their customers. If a MPP is manufac- note interest of the Russian ministry anti-airborne defence missions on modernized air conditioning system a large number of advanced and very agreements reached. And, to our full tured completely within the country, of Defence in this helicopter. The the forefront and in tactical depth, ensuring ventilation of sea rescue expensive weapons, including some satisfaction, talks are proceeding in it is a guarantee for its national design of the helicopter allows it under any weather conditions and suits of the crew members. In addi- most innovative pieces. But this is an utterly constructive and open army that everything will be done to be placed on the decks of frig- at any time of day or night. State-of- tion, the helicopter is equipped with not to say that we shall offer exclu- manner. in a time. And it is a big competitive ates, anti-submarine destroyers and the-art on-board equipment ensures short-range radiotechnical naviga- sive solutions only. Russia is aimed at – What is impact (if any) of sanc- advantage in the opinion of foreign the Admiral Kuznetsov aircraft carrier. helicopter navigation in conditions tion system, which was not used on active expansion of its niches in the tions of some Western countries customers. /RA&MG/ Moreover, the Ministry of Defence with no visual references at sea. the baseline model. /RA&MG/

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A-220M 57mm light artillery system, Kornet-E and Kornet-EM AT mis- sile systems, night sights and vision devices, compact radars, RPO PDM-A Shmel-M rocket-assisted enhanced- range infantry flame thrower, 2B24 82mm mortar, MGK Bur small gre- nade launcher, various grenade sys- tems and small arms from pistols to sniper rifles and to Kalashnikov‘s latest assault rifles, as well as man- portable AD systems Igla-S and Verba, Strlets-based super-short range SAMs for the Igla MANPADS, RShG-2 rocket- assisted assault grenade, ammunition, etc. Another reason to visit the com- pany‘s booth is to have a look at the unique characteristics of the TOS-1A heavy flame-thrower, which among other Russian systems enjoys con- sistently high demand on the world arms market. In the Middle East, the weapon‘s popularity has been on the rise recently due to its outstanding performance in large-scale anti-ter- rorist operations. Alexander Mikheev, INNOVATIONS All visitors at exhibition can test Director General of Rosoboronexport their shooting skills at the russian ‘We consider participation in international defense exhibitions as one SKATT simulator of the 5.56mm of the key areas of the Company‘s marketing activities. In 2018, our AK-101 Kalashnikov assault rifle, 9mm Yarygin magazine pistol, and 9mm delegations will visit 23 events in various regions of the world. Particular AT SOFEX-2018 Kedr submachine gun. attention will be paid to the most promising markets such as the Asia Since Russia and Jordan enjoy Pacific region, the Middle East and Latin America. strong and time-tested ties, its mili- Clearly, the exhibitions held in Russia continue to be priority and Rosoboronexport Shows Modern Russian tary and technical cooperation estab- probably most productive for us. This year, Rosoboronexport traditionally lished as far back as 1981 has been progressing so far. After 2000, Jordan organizes its displays at the Army Forum, International Helicopter Equipment for Special Units received IL-76MF transports and Industry Exhibition (HeliRussia 2018), Interpolitex and will exhibit its Kornet-E ATGMs. The country started promoted products at the International Far East Naval Salon 2018 in Rosoboronexport, Rostec‘s member, presents Russian exposition at the International Special production of the Russian-designed Vladivostok for the first time. Operations Forces Exhibition SOFEX-2018 (Amman, Jordan). The head of the special exporter‘s RPG-32 Nashshab (Arabic for archer) To strengthen our military-technical cooperation with the Philippines delegation is Valery Varlamov, charge of one of the company‘s departments. The gamut of Russian grenade launcher. weapons and systems brought to Amman is accounted for by the magnitude of today‘s threats and ‘The military and technical coop- that received a major boost in 2017, we will for the first time organize a challenges facing the Middle East and North Africa, let alone the heightened interest of foreign eration between Russia and Jordan Russian display at the Asian Defense & Security (ADAS) 2018 Exhibition partners in them. Besides, many of them proved their outstanding characteristics in combat fighting have a considerable margin for future and Conference, to be held in September in Manila. I am confident as part of Russia‘s Aerospace Force contingent in Syria. growth. Plans include meetings with that our participation will strengthen Russia‘s position on the highly military and political authorities of competitive Asian and Pacific arms market. eing one of the largest ‘SOFEX is a serious platform pre- operations units of Russia‘s Ministry the host nation to discuss current and exhibitions of gear and senting abundant opportunities of Defense, Ministry of Interior and future projects in the sphere. Russian SOFEX is a serious platform presenting abundant opportunities to systems for special opera- to meet partners from Jordan and Federal Security Service boasting specialists will also participate in meet partners from Jordan and other Mideastern and North African B tions forces in the Middle other Mideastern and North African considerable experience in fighting the Middle East Special Operations states. I have no doubt that Russia‘s exposition will stir interest in East and North Africa, states. I have no doubt that Russia‘s terrorism, drug trafficking, and organ- Commanders Conference to pave the everyone. Naturally, the visitors will be able to learn lots of useful facts SOFEX has been conducted since exposition will stir interest in eve- ized crime,‘ says Alexander Mikheev, way for the actual event the next day,‘ about most demanded on the world market weapons labeled ‘Made 1996. Russia started coming to the ryone. Naturally, the visitors will be Director General of Rosoboronexport. stresses Alexander Mikheev. event in 1998. Hosted by Marka RAF able to learn lots of useful facts about In the Russian exposition the It is important to remember that in Russia.‘ They include 100-plus pieces of military equipment deployed base of Jordan, SOFEX is conducted most demanded on the world mar- following developments are pre- only Rosoboronexport has the right in special operations units of Russia‘s Ministry of Defense, Ministry of under auspices of King Abdullah II of ket weapons labeled ‘Made in Russia.‘ sented: Russia‘s booths house Tigr- to supply the world market with a full Interior and Federal Security Service boasting considerable experience in Jordan and His Royal Highness, LtGen, They include 100-plus pieces of mili- and Tayphoon-K-family vehicles, range of arms and military equipment fighting terrorism, drug trafficking, and organized crime.‘ Prince Faisal Bin Al Hussein. tary equipment deployed in special BTR-80/80А/82А personnel carriers, manufactured by Russia‘s defense

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gives Rosoboronexport unique markets. Through integrated market- opportunities to expand long-term ing strategies, company have ensured Rosoboronexport pursues a marketing strategy mutually beneficial cooperation that order book today exceeds US$ targeted to expand the geography, range and with foreign partners, provide guar- 46 billion. anteed state support of all export- The special exporter makes pains- volume of export deliveries. A number of special import operations, and strengthen taking efforts on a daily basis to programs and projects for exporting products to Russia‘s leadership in the world increase Russian arms exports result- arms market. ing in more than a thousand contract specific countries have been developed based on a The main result of biography of documents signed with foreign cus- comprehensive analysis of the arms markets and Rosoboronexport, despite the diffi- tomers every year. Over the period cult economic conditions and fierce, of its operation in the international foreign partners‘ needs. Rosoboronexport seeks to often unfair, competition in the glob- market, Rosoboronexport has deliv- operate flexibly and efficiently in the market, using al arms market, that company have ered hundreds of thousands of units managed not only to carry its sales, of military equipment and weapons modern and advanced marketing and customers‘ but also significantly enlarge its foot- worth more than US$ 120 billion to settlement methods. print in the traditional and new arms 115 countries.

‘SOFEX is a serious platform presenting abundant opportunities to meet partners from Jordan and other Mideastern and North African states. I have no doubt that Russia‘s exposition will stir interest in everyone. Naturally, the visitors will be able to learn lots of useful facts about most demanded on the world market weapons labeled ‘Made in Russia.‘ They include 100- plus pieces of military equipment deployed in special operations units of Russia‘s Ministry of Defense, Ministry of Interior and Federal Security Service boasting considerable experience in fighting terrorism, drug trafficking, and organized crime…‘ Alexander Mikheev

industrial complex and approved to be between Russia and foreign countries. exported. Rosoboronexport accounts Since 1 July 2011 Rosoboronexport for more than 85% of Russia‘s arms has been operating as an open joint exports. Rosoboronexport is among stock company. Rosoboronexport the major operators in the world mar- operates under the strict supervision ket for arms and military equipment. of the Russian President, the Russian This year JSC Rosoboronexport will Government and in full conformity mark its 18th anniversary. with the UN arms control treaties and Rosoboronexport was set up by RF the relevant international agreements. President‘s Decree as a federal state Director General of Rosoboronexport unitary enterprise tasked to imple- – Alexander Mikheev. ment the national policy in the area The official status of the exclu- of military-technical cooperation sive state intermediary agency

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Rosoboronexport pays great atten- tion to both major billion dollar con- tracts and small deals. The company seeks to operate flexibly and efficient- ly by using modern and advanced marketing and customer settlement methods. The special exporter coop- erates with more than 700 Russian defense-industrial enterprises and organizations, which enables it to offer partner countries the compre- hensive and cost-effective solutions for strengthening their defense capa- bility and national security. By concluding export contracts, Rosoboronexport supports the Russian defense industry, which is especially important under difficult conditions in the global market. High-tech products are in increased

The first Soviet state intermediary agency for • Organization of licensed production of military-technical cooperation with foreign armaments and military equipment abroad, countries was created on 8th May 1953 after joint R&D efforts with foreign partners. the USSR Council of Ministers had decided on • Maintenance and repair of earlier supplied forming the General Engineering Department weaponry and military equipment. within the then Ministry of Domestic and • Modernization of Russian-made weapons and Foreign Trade. Other special foreign trade military equipment. bodies were created later on to provide • Training foreign specialists in Russia and for further expansion of military-technical customer countries in the operation and cooperation activities. In the late 1990s there maintenance of supplied military equipment. demand in the world arms mar- were two federal state unitary enterprises • Technical assistance in the construction ket today and thus the company Only Rosoboronexport has the right to supply the in Russia acting as state arms exporters of military infrastructure facilities: defense is interested in developing smart manufacturing in Russia. In addi- world market with a full range of arms and military Rosvoorouzhenie State Corporation and plants, airfields, depots, ranges, training tion, Rosoboronexport is actively equipment manufactured by Russia‘s defense industrial Promexport. centers. involved in a number of charitable complex and approved to be exported. Rosoboronexport In November 2000 the two enterprises were and sponsorship projects. The com- merged into a single one – Rosoboronexport Rosoboronexport is the only state-owned pany provides assistance to military accounts for more than 85% of Russia‘s arms exports. hospitals, military historical muse- Federal State Unitary Enterprise, the sole state arms trade company in the Russian Federation ums, and children‘s educational insti- Rosoboronexport is among the major operators in the intermediary for export/import of defence authorized to export the full range of military tutions. Rosoboronexport supports world market for arms and military equipment. This year products, by the Presidential Decree No. 1834 and dual-purpose products, technologies major sporting events and various JSC Rosoboronexport will mark its 18th anniversary. dated 4th November 2000 aimed at restructuring and services. It is a subsidiary of the Rostec sports federations, acts as sponsor and partner of the largest industrial the system of military and technical cooperation Corporation. Founded on 4 November, 2000, exhibitions and cultural events held using modern and advanced market- up of joint ventures to manufacture of the Russian Federation with foreign states, and now Rosoboronexport is one of the leading in Russia and abroad. ing and customers‘ settlement meth- and maintain equipment, as well as improving its performance. Since September the world arms exporters to the international Rosoboronexport pursues a mar- ods. joint R&D efforts. Rosoboronexport 1st, 2014 Rosoboronexport has been operating market. Its share in Russia‘s military exports keting strategy targeted to expand Foreign customers are offered widely uses the optimal offset pro- the geography, range and volume of package solutions for national sys- grams. With regard to foreign cus- as a joint stock company. exceeds 85 percent. Rosoboronexport export deliveries. A number of spe- tems intended to defend land, air tomers‘ interests and the opportuni- cooperates with more than 700 enterprises and cial programs and projects for export- and seaside borders, which feature ties of the Russian defense indus- Core areas of activities of Rosoboronexport organizations in the Russian defence industrial ing products to specific countries the optimal trade-off between cost trial complex to increase its exports, • Export / import of all types of conventional complex. Russia maintains military technical have been developed based on a and performance. These solutions Rosoboronexport pays much atten- comprehensive analysis of the arms may include both the supply of tion both to major billion-dollar weapons, military and dual-use equipment and cooperation with more than 100 countries markets and foreign partners‘ needs. military products and services and contracts and small deals worth the services. around the world. Rosoboronexport seeks to operate organization of licensed production hundreds of thousands to several flexibly and efficiently in the market, in customer countries, the setting- millions of dollars. /RA&MG/

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Denisov, Director General of High- Precision Weapons, JSC ‘in view of defense and industrial sector mission we are considering well-timed and full fulfillment of purchase obliga- tions as a priority task.‘ According to military experts among the calling cards of the com- pany is first of all the above-men- tioned ‘Pantsir-S1‘ air defense gun and missile system made by Tula instrument design bureau (KBP), ship-based ‘Palma‘ air defense artil- lery system armed with ‘Sosna-R‘ missiles, ‘Kapustnik-B‘ fire control sys- tem, ‘Kornet-E‘, ‘Konkurs‘, ‘Metis-M1‘ antitank missile systems, ‘Krasnopol‘, ‘Arkan‘ guided missile systems and others. The majority of weapons being exported by High-Precision Weapons is second to none in the world in terms of performance and efficiency. An average annual increase of The global success of High-Precision Weapons has been the company‘s export deliveries HIGH-PRECISION is 25-40% that is certainly a world also proven by Stockholm International Peace Research record in the sector of high preci- Institute (SIPRI) which has given the holding 39th position sion weapons. Middle East, North Africa, Arabian Gulf countries and in a global rating of world arms manufacturers. WEAPONS India are among the most stable The Russian Holding creates the best innovative weapons

Products of the High-Precision Weapons Holding (part of Rostec Corporation) are well known all over the world, including in the Gulf countries. Russian brands like ‘Pantsir-S1‘, ‘Kapustnik-B‘, ‘Konkurs‘, ‘Metis-M1‘ and others made by High-Precision Weapons Holding are determining technological and combat future of high-precision systems all over the world. This Russian holding is the primary designer and manufacturer of Russian high precision weapons is engaged in producing the world‘s best types of high precision weapons. Professionals and guests of the SOFEX 2018 in Jordan may fully see it in the exhibition.

ussian High-Precision V.A. Degtyaryov Plant, All-Russian The weight of the holding com- Weapons holding (was Scientific Research Institute Signal, pany and its products in terms of founded in 2009) includes and others. Most of them are national strengthening defensive power of R 19 enterprises being most- and international leaders in their seg- Russian army and delivery of the ly world leaders in their ments. newest weapons to word markets production and technology segments. Holding is the world largest sci- can hardly be overestimated. There The holding consists of a number of ence and technology complex is a fast growing number of high largest leading defense enterprises engaged in developing and creat- precision systems and importance that are well known on the world ing high-precision weapon systems of tasks performed with them in the arms market. It is sufficient only to for combat tactical zones. The com- biggest armies of the world. Thus, mention such brands as Shipunov pany being a member of Rostec over the recent five years Russian KBP Instrument Design Bureau, Tula Corporation, the world largest engi- Armed Forces have had increas- Arms Plant, Tulatochmash, Nudelman neering corporation, is among the ing purchase volumes. Export vol- Precision Engineering Design Bureau, leading designers of state-of-the-art umes of the latest weapons are also Kovrov Electromechanical Plant, weapons in the world. increasing. According to Alexander

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ings by an overall production and ond to none in the world in terms of The holding activities increase every year both at internal supply increase rate. performance and efficiency. The weight of the holding com- An average annual increase of market (it is a major supplier of high precision arms pany and its products in terms of the company‘s export deliveries for Russian Armed Forces) and external market. Export strengthening defensive power of is 25-40% that is certainly a world Russian army and delivery of the record in the sector of high preci- to various regions of the world grows on a constant newest weapons to word markets sion weapons. Middle East, North basis. Annual export gain is 25-40%. Such stability is can hardly be overestimated. There Africa, Persian Gulf countries and is a fast growing number of high India are among the most stable also record-breaking for the whole Russian engineering precision systems and importance importers of the company-made industry. The holding purports to double military of tasks performed with them in the products. Recently there has been biggest armies of the world. Thus, also increasing export activity in equipment supplies by 2020. Among the most stable over the recent five years Russian the markets of Southeast Asia, Latin export regions are Middle East, Gulf states, Northern Armed Forces have had increasing America, Central and South Africa. purchase volumes. Besides, according to military experts Africa and India. Its export-oriented activity has been According to world military there is every reason to believe that increasing lately at promising markets of South East Asia, experts among the calling cards by 2020 export delivery volume of of the company is first of all the High-Precision Weapons Holding Latin America, Central and South Africa. above-mentioned ‘Pantsir-S1‘ air may have been increased twice. It is defense gun and missile system clearly seen at nearly every interna- importers of the company-made ket. According to an SIPRI expert, made by Tula instrument design tional armament exhibition where products. Recently there has been ‘the Russian companies ride the bureau (KBP), ship-based ‘Palma‘ air the holding company takes part, its also increasing export activity in ground-swell of boosts in military defense artillery system armed with products (both at displays and open only adds the Russian air defense of polar night. In addition to that, the markets of Southeast Asia, Latin spending and arms export. Eleven ‘Sosna-R‘ missiles, ‘Kapustnik-B‘ fire sites) are leading objects of regard for system a fair-minded attractiveness being equipped with many heavy America, Central and South Africa. companies from the top 100 list control system, ‘Kornet-E‘, ‘Konkurs‘, experts and ordinary visitors. to strengthen defensive power of weapons ‘Pantsir-S1‘ remains highly Besides, according to military experts are Russian ones. Their income has ‘Metis-M1‘ antitank missile systems, It is no coincidence that current- many countries. Besides, its geo- maneuverable, all-terrain, easy-to- there is every reason to believe that increased by a total of 48.4%‘. It ‘Krasnopol‘, ‘Arkan‘ guided missile ly ‘Pantsir-S1‘ is among the top 10 graphical application is extending. use. Besides, it is capable of steady by 2020 export delivery volume of also can be noted that the High- systems and others. The majority of rated ground weapons in the world. Military exercises and tests show that killing the wide range of targets High-Precision Weapons Holding Precision Weapons Holding belongs weapons being exported by High- Escalation of tensions, military oper- ‘Pantsir-S1‘ can be properly used both including low-flying air ones. may have been increased twice. It is to the top 10 world‘s defensive rank- Precision Weapons Holding are sec- ations in unstable regions, all this in sand storm and severe conditions It goes without saying that clearly seen at nearly every interna- when you talk about Tula KBP you tional armament exhibition where should anyway mention its famous the holding company takes part, ‘Pantsir-S1‘ air defense gun and its products (both at displays and missile system designed to defend open sites) are leading objects of military, administrative and indus- regard for experts and ordinary visi- trial assets and districts against air- tors. This is also because everybody planes, helicopters, cruise missiles wants to take a closer look at famous and high precision weapons, smart ‘Pantsir-S1‘ or ‘Kornet-E‘ and meet the air bombs and remotely-controlled people who create the most efficient vehicles as well as to augment air and advanced weapons in the world. defense forces when repelling air High-Precision Weapons Holding strikes and kill light-armored vehi- plays an increasingly important cles. Today ‘Pantsir-S1‘ is possibly the role on the world arms market. most famous and popular weapon The holding is the Russian largest not only in its class but among all developer and manufacturer of the other defensive means generally. most modern and innovative high- The newest defensive sensa- precision weapons. The importance tion from High-Precision Weapons and potential of the Russian hold- Holding was the presentation of ing increase worldwide as well: anti-aircraft artillery weapon system On a scale of the top 100 weap- ‘Pantsir-ME‘ in Saint-Petersburg in ons manufacturers in the world, 2017. The creation of new innovative the Stockholm International Peace defense complex confirms the fact Research Institute (SIPRI) rates the that Russian High Precision Weapons High-Precision Weapons Holding Holding is one of the world leaders from Russia at 39. in creating modern weapons. There Such a success can be explained was an absolute sensation in the by increasing deliveries both to world of military innovation. The sys- the Armed Forces of the Russian tem provides the ultimate protection Federation and to the foreign mar- against modern air threats, including

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small-size unmanned aerial vehicles. mobility and easy-to-use capability. It and shaped charge warhead armour Moscow) and foreign-made (DHY307 The naval missile and anti-aircraft is manufactured in two versions, they penetration of 1100-1300 mm which made by CILAS, France) laser desig- The holding enterprises are mostly involved in artillery weapon system ‘Pantsir-ME‘ are tripod-mounted hand-held ver- enables the ‘Kornet-EM‘ system to nators/rangefinders are used for the provides the ultimate protection sion (to augment antitank defense engage modern and future tanks ‘Krasnopol‘ system. development, production, upgrade, repairs and sale of against modern air threats, including of attacking and defending ground bearing in mind the tendency to Despite of the fact that a number arms, military and special-purpose equipment. Besides, low-flying and small-size unmanned troops and field artillery) and version growth of their armour protection. of countries have been conducting aerial vehicles. mounted on small vehicles (car, APC, Such performance specifications intensive research work aimed at the holding is a world trend setter as to a number of Among absolute masterpieces IFV and others). endow ‘Kornet-EM with the highest development of self-contained mm- some high precision weapons since many products were acknowledged by experts is ‘Kornet- ‘Kornet-EM‘ multipurpose missile target handling capability among waveband and IR-wave band seekers, EM‘ long-range antitank missile system provides for engagement of similar existing and future systems – the artillery ammunition load should made at holding-owned enterprises and later recognized system, which in term of versatility, modern and future tanks, various min. 3-4 targets per minute at comprise highly precise ammunition worldwide. The holding designers form a technological efficiency and reliability is consid- fortifications (pillboxes, bunkers) ranges up to 5 km. Thus, in case with semi-active laser homing head ered to be a unique product of today. and low-velocity aerial targets (heli- the weapon systems are positioned because main task of conventional benchmark dedicated to advanced weapons development This multipurpose 24-hour high pre- copters, assault aircrafts and UAVs) at a stand-off range from enemy artillery is to engage observed targets, even today. cision system is designed to engage in day&night and adverse weather tanks (more than 4 km) a single including obscured and low-contrast ground and air targets. It is capable conditions under enemy ECM and ‘Kornet-EM‘ battery of 9 combat targets – firing points, engineering of killing both modern and advanced optical jamming at ranges up to vehicles is able to repulse an attack constructions, concealed vehicles tanks including those equipped with 8-10 km. (i.e. destroy min. 50% of targets) of and equipment. reactive armor. As a matter of fact The ‘Kornet-EM‘ system com- enemy tank (М1А2 class) battalion This fact is also confirmed by for- ‘Kornet-EM‘ is a versatile defensive prises: combat vehicle with two (58 tanks). Actually, such mission eign specialists. As reported by US and offensive mean which can be automatic launchers and opera- may be accomplished by two bat- sources, 75% of combat operations also used during local conflicts with tor‘s panel with a display; battery tery salvos, destroying 32-34 tanks, in Iraq involved guided ammunition fast moving battles. In addition to commander‘s reconnaissance and i.e. 55-60% of the battalion. The firing against targets with low ther- engaging any tanks ‘Kornet-EM‘ can control vehicle, equipped with com- time required to accomplish the mal signature. As noticed by the US easily fight any light-armored equip- bined surveillance system includ- mission will not exceed 1 minute, specialists ‘The use of ‘fire-and-forget‘ allowing to avoid casualties, since ammunition in this situation is com- the enemy tanks will not be able to plicated and expensive‘. reach their effective firing distance. Therefore, in foreseeable future UAV on a reconnaissance mission the systems with semi-active laser lets enemy well in advance disclose homing will be in demand, as judg- defence, give accurate target designa- ing by the experience gained during tion for firing over-the-horizon muni- the recent years nature of probable tions, record and transmit information armed conflicts has changed and artil- on army relocations both during oper- lery missions, in particular, are accom- ations near the line of contact with plished not by means of a massive enemy and in the rear. This results in attack but means of engagement of significant increase in casualties and selected targets, including urban war- With the said purpose KBP devel- The rocket-assisted grenade possible failures of combat mission fare operations in presence of civilians. oped the ‘Krasnopol-M2‘ system that launchers earned a reputation of con- performance. From the point of view Accomplishment of such missions provides the following advantages venient, efficient and popular close of engagement, UAVs are difficult requires participation of a human over the standard ‘Krasnopol‘ sys- range engagement asset. Further, targets due to low altitude of flight. being in selection of a target. tem: the firing range of the new sys- the introduction of various types of Moreover, in case of mass application The field experience of the tem is significantly extended; new warheads has considerably broad- they are a teaser for the air defence ‘Krasnopol‘ system, new demands projectile lethality is almost two ened their application range. Their assets, causing high consumption of made by the future operational tac- times higher than that of a standard high combat power (comparable to expensive surface-to-air missiles. tics for artillery guided weapons with ‘Krasnopol‘ projectile and provides that of artillery projectiles), as well The well-known ‘Krasnopol‘ artil- laser semi-active homing became unconditional kill of future tanks as small dimensions and low weight, lery guided projectile (AGP) devel- the reason to produce a new genera- and strongly fortified fire positions; allowing employment as shoulder- oped by KBP Instrument Design tion high precision artillery system, does not require mating of two sec- weapon, turns them into one of the Bureau (Tula, Russia) is in service with which is characterized by the follow- tions unlike in the ‘Krasnopol-M2‘ main infantry fire support means in a the Russian Army and with armies of ing improvement directions: projectile; provides flexible cyclo- wide range of missions. ment, ensure crossing fortifications, ing TV, IR and radar reconnaissance several other countries. ‘Krasnopol‘ • Extension of firing range; gram of onboard systems activa- The experience of law enforce- provide protection against air weap- aids, navigation, communication showed itself very well at demon- • enhancement of AGP lethality tion on the trajectory to ensure ment and counter-terrorist opera- ons (UFV, helicopters and so on) at a and data exchange systems, auto- stration tests, battle exercises and providing for total engagement of optimal guidance trajectories; the tions shows that in most cases such distance of up to 10km. mated control suite and weapon sys- local conflicts when fired from both strongly fortified targets; ‘Krasnopol-M2‘ FCS provides auto- missions take place in urban areas ‘Kornet-EM‘ features the modern tem (‘Kornet-EM‘ ATGM and PKTM the152 mm artillery systems (D-20, • increase of relative frequency of mated fire control and input of or separate buildings. This elimi- ‘fire and forget‘ principle, where tar- machine-gun), guided missile with 2S3, 2S3M, 2S19) and foreign-made combat use under conditions of wind, the projectile flight time cyclogram nates the possibility or hampers the gets are killed almost automatically HE warhead with impact and proxim- 155 mm artillery systems (M109 fam- cloudiness, night; into projectile; FCS ensures day-and- employment of combat vehicles to reduce psychophysical load, skill ity fuses and firing range of up to 10 ily, G5, G6 and Bofors). • use of automated FCS; night combat application and auto- for engagement lightly-armoured requirements and preparation time. km; an antitank guided missile with Both Russian-made (1D20, 1D22, • simplification of AGP handling in mated calculation of the system‘s vehicles and low-vulnerable targets ‘Kornet-EM‘ is also popular for its a maximum firing range of 8000 m LTsD-3M developed by Polyus, terms of fire preparation and loading; firing settings. concealed in shelters or terrain and

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KBP Instrument Design Bureau a grenade payload varies. However, have been over a long time involved the warhead is designed in such in the researches aimed to extend a way that the payload variation the firing range and enhance accu- does not affect the exterior ballis- racy of grenade-launching (flame- tics, allowing employment of optical thrower) system rounds, as well as sights for firing all types of grenades. increase the payload relative to the The governmental testing of ‘BUR‘ total weight of the weapon. The R&D SGLS is successfully completed. The resulted in rocket-assisted infantry small-size grenade-launching system flame-thrower of increased range is intended for: engagement of man- and power with thermobaric war- power in urban environment, inside head (RPO PDM-A), adopted for ser- buildings, fortifications, as well as vice with Russian Army in late 2003, exposed on various terrain (includ- which proved the efficiency of the ing mountainous areas); inactivation solutions implemented by KBP into of soft-skinned and lightly-armoured the new method of grenade-launch- vehicles. The system allows firing er (flame-thrower) rounds propulsion. from limited space rooms. The sys- Further, based on the design of tem ensures reliable firing within RPO PDM-A, KBP developed a small- the whole operational temperature size grenade-launcher system (SGLS) range: from minus 40оС to plus 60оС ‘BUR‘. The wide range of missions and and in adverse conditions. specific requirements of a number of While developing the SGLS the defence and law enforcement agen- designers managed to create a cies, for which this multifunctional highly accurate rocket assisted gre- weapon was intended, determined nade launcher allowing effective a need for system approach to its engagement of wide range of targets development. depending on the mission scenario The launcher features a metal at ranges up to 650 m. To guarantee plate with a dove-tail side-rail for high accuracy of firing a ‘reactive- active‘ grenade propulsion principle The newest defensive sensation from High-Precision was introduced, since standard engagement of most targets in open terrain and in trenches, rooms, system. It can also use radar sight methods, e.g. increase of the boost- close-range battle, as well as flexible behind natural and artificial obstacles. to monitor situation and conduct Weapons Holding was the presentation of anti-aircraft er motor power or employment of response to the changing combat The grenade launcher kit includes aiming fire in zero optical visibility artillery weapon system ‘Pantsir-ME‘ in Saint-Petersburg sustainer motor running during the environment due to employment of three ammunition boxes and 18 belts conditions. flight, lead to increased size and various warheads. The system may with 10 links each. Loaded rounds This grenade launcher has a num- in 2017. The creation of new innovative defense complex weight of the weapon or higher dis- become a demanded light weapon are placed in paper cartridges and ber of advantages which ensure its confirms the fact that Russian High Precision Weapons persion respectively. for various services of defence and put in sealed metal boxes 48 pieces uniqueness in close combat. Small The ‘reactive-active‘ propulsion law enforcement agencies. each. Rate of fire is 400 shots per size and its mount design features Holding is one of the world leaders in creating modern principle implies jet thrust accelera- Another defense masterpiece by minute. ensure quick firing position change, weapons. There was an absolute sensation in the world tion of the grenade placed in a barrel High-Precision Weapons is 30mm AGS-30 is equipped with mechan- capability of shooting from windows fixed to the jet engine and simultane- antipersonnel automatic grenade ical and optical sights. According to and unprepared positions. Thanks to of military innovation. The system provides the ultimate ous active acceleration in the moving launcher AGS-30 dedicated to kill customer‘s choice the launcher may wide limits of traverse one can quick- protection against modern air threats, including small- barrel due to gas bleeding from the manpower and vehicles both on be fitted with day-and-night sighting ly switch fire upon a sudden target. engine chamber. Further, the barrel In travel position mount and gre- size unmanned aerial vehicles. The naval missile and anti- and engine stop, inducing additional nade launcher can be densely folded aircraft artillery weapon system ‘Pantsir-ME‘ provides the acceleration to the grenade. and carried on back slings. AGS-30 Thus, the energy induced to the has been used by Russian Army and ultimate protection against modern air threats, including grenade is increased (doubled) National Guard units. low-flying and small-size unmanned aerial vehicles. and accordingly grows the muz- The above-shown products are zle velocity compared to that of examples of the highest level and the conventional design grenade quality of weapons made by High- unreachable for the small-arms. mounting the sights which are launchers with similar container Precision Weapons company. So far Under such circumstances the zeroed with a particular launcher. length. However, high grouping of High-Precision Weapons is certainly weapon should be extremely light- The grip incorporates a miniature shots is maintained. among the key designers of high pre- weight (to allow higher ammuni- generator providing an electric pulse The efficiency rate was practically cision arms worldwide. More details tion carrying capacity), highly required for launch. The grenade- proved in the course of the system of its products can be learnt at the maneuverable (small dimensions) launcher rounds comprise a launch testing at KBP and by subcontractors. largest international exhibitions and accurate, as well as possess container, motor and grenade itself. Creation of highly efficient and (including SOFEX 2018) and arms long firing range and powerful war- The container and motor are uniform at the same time easy in operation shows permanently attended by the head. for all types of rounds, whereas only grenade launching system allows Russian holding company. /RA&MG/

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FOR LAND FORCES ‘KB RADAR‘: FROM BELARUS – Around 1000 items of land forces equipment to the foreign customers TO ALL OVER THE WORLD JSC ‘KB Radar‘ – Managing Company of the ‘Radar Systems‘ Holding – is one of the leading research Rosoboronexport (part of the Rostec State Corporation) notes an unfailing interest in the Russian and production enterprises of the military-industrial complex of the Republic of Belarus, and one of military products for land forces and the increase in orders for the civilian and dual use equipment. the recognized world leaders in its segment. The products of the enterprise are well known and are used practically on all continents of the world. and forces materiel and 2001 until now has reached nearly folio of orders. For instance, over 18 military equipment pro- 25 bln US dollars, and today we note thousand KAMAZ, URAL, GAZ and SC ‘KB Radar‘ – Managing opment to production and follow- From 30 December 2010, the duced in Russia are very the increase in demand in the coun- UAZ based vehicles designed for the Company of ‘Radar up of the equipment designed, company bears the legal status of an ‘L popular and have a tries of South-East and Central Asia, transportation of cargoes and per- Systems‘ Holding, whit has training the Customer‘s specialists Open Joint Stock Company (JSC ‘KB well-deserved author- Central and Western Africa and Latin sonnel have been supplied to the J been set up with the pur- in its operation, maintenance and Radar‘). Currently 100% of the shares ity among foreign armies. Our mili- America,‘ said Rosoboronexport‘s Asian, African and Latin American pose of joint coordinated repairs. belong to the State. tary equipment turns out to be Deputy Director Igor Sevastianov. countries since 2001,‘ added Igor implementation of the processes of The Holding joins the companies In connection with establishment much more attractive than foreign Russian military products for land Sevastianov. development and commissioning of with a long-standing record, offering of the ‘Radar Systems‘ Holding, as equivalents due to its characteristics, forces take stable leading positions Besides, after the adoption radar systems and EW assets, other their specialization, unique technolo- from 17th October 2011 the com- ‘effectiveness-cost‘ criterion and a practically in all segments of the mar- of changes to the Federal Law ‘On military and dual-use systems in gies and achievements. pany was re-named into JSC ‘KB capability to operate in difficult envi- ket. They correspond to the present- Weapons‘ in 2017 Rosoboronexport accordance with the specialization The company‘s history starting from Radar‘ – Managing Company of ronmental and climatic conditions. day requirements, keep up and, in received the right to export non-mil- and regulations of the Managing and April 6, 1974 when a special department ‘Radar Systems‘ Holding controlled The total volume of its export since many aspects, outperform competi- itary and service weapons. ‘Given the Participant companies of the Holding, was set up at the Science Research by the State Military and Industrial tors‘ products. Very much in demand fact that Rosoboronexport has all the based on the latest achievements of Institute of Automation Means (city of Committee of the Republic of Belarus. are the small arms, close combat necessary competences and a solid science and innovative technologies. Minsk), is the history of selfless service weapons, armoured and automotive experience, these changes will allow The ‘Radar Systems‘ Holding is one of the team of scientists, specialists, all vehicles, artillery, anti-tank missile us to increase the portfolio of orders of the leading organizations of the employees in the interests of the coun- systems and ammunition. and come to the new markets. We are Military and Industrial Committee of try, strengthening its defense, scientific ‘Today Rosoboronexport offers a also launching cooperation on this the Republic of Belarus conducting and industrial potential. variety of land forces equipment and issue with the countries, which did not the uniform policy in the sphere of 9th March 2006 is today‘s compa- materiel to the foreign customers. have an opportunity to buy Russian defense, development of the mili- ny founding date. The RUE ‘KB Radar‘, JSC ‘KB Radar‘ The list of offered products includes non-military and service weapons tary industries sector, cooperation of based on resolution of the Minsk City Managing Company of ‘Radar Systems‘ Holding around 1000 items. They are mostly before due to different reasons. And the Republic of Belarus with foreign Council, was registered in the Unified Republic of Belarus, 220026, designed for the armed forces, but we are already engaged in negotia- states in military technologies. State Register of Juridical Entities and Minsk, Partizanski Prospekt, 64a there is a substantial part of civil tions with a number of customers,‘ Igor The Holding would perform a Individual Entrepreneurs as Entry No + 375 17 295 30 91 and dual-use products in our port- Sevastianov noted. /RA&MG/ ‘turnkey‘ work cycle – from devel- 190699027. www.kbradar.by, [email protected]

42 Russian Aviation & Military Guide №4 (22) May, 2018 43 GLOBAL EXCLUSIVE GLOBAL EXCLUSIVE case of emergencies than traditional absorbing systems entered into force The SPARS® General Specifications evacuation methods are impossible. in 2013. The SPARS® solution meets the To have certification tests per- Russian Ministry of Emergency formed a special Hybrid-III (USA) 1. Total Assembly Weight – 25 kg Situations (EMERCOM) requirements crush test dummy-based anthropo- 2. Rescue Payload Weight – 45÷120 kg for high-rise emergency escape morphous (bionic-like) instrumenta- 3. Descent Elevations – 5÷1000 m apparatus (GOST R 22.9.08–2005; tion station has been developed and GOST R 12.4.206–99) and provides created by the SRS Ltd., which has no 4. Landing Velocity – 5÷7 m/s for the following unique capabilities, equals in Russia. 5. Landing Angle – < 30° never implemented before: A full cycle of comprehensive calcu- 1. Alternative of emergency escape lations and testing to validate design 6. Footboard Barrier Elevation – 1.5 m (so-called ‘last resort rescue‘) properties and performance has been 7. Descent Time – 3÷150 s 2. Emergency evacuation of an performed. Up to now the SPARS® 8. Ready-to-use Time – 45÷60 s untrained person having weight device technical operational reliability is of 45÷120 kg, from heights of 98.7% but further testing is under way. 9. Launch Initialization Time – 15÷20 s 50÷1,000 m; New SPARS® escape solution pro- 10. Inflating Gas – Air; Sergey Kulik 3. Ready-for-use in 45÷60 sec; vides the following advantages: 11. General Dimensions: 4. Self-sustained operation and 1. Alternative (a ‘last resort‘) escape a. Aassembled – 900х450х300 mm independently selected escape mean for ordinary person in case b. In Descent mode – 6,500х2,700mm route; of emergency in the high-rise (without conopy) 5. User-friendly operation for structure; SECURE RESCUE AT ANY HEIGHT untrained persons and fully auto- 2. Secure rescue of untrained per- Actual Landing Impact Loads: mated rescue procedure right sonnel (18÷70 years old) from from start; high elevations from 5 till 1000m Acceleration directions: Unique autonomous rescue parachuting 6. Personal protection against exter- (no practical means available ‘chest-to-back‘ – up to 8÷10 g nal hazards during evacuation; starting from 50 m height); ‘side-to-side‘ , ‘head-to-pelvis‘ – up to ± 6 g back-pack system for emergency escape 7. Appropriate weight of a back- 3. Off-line capability of the system pack-type carried device; provides mobility that helps to Acceleration Exposition Time – less than 0.5 s 8. Secure injury-free landing on any find optimal self-escape way of Acceleration Growth Velocity – less than 500 1/s The innovative Russian private Space Rescue Systems Ltd. (SRS Ltd.) company (www.cosmic-rs.com) proposes a unique underlying surface. out from emergency situation; User‘s age – 18÷70 years and unrivalled emergency rescue vehicle SPARS® – an Autonomous Rescue Pneumo Transformable Chute Back-pack 4. Smooth automated ejection from System – a validated forefront rescue solution for guaranteed secure individual emergency escape from nearly any The SPARS® unit for individual the emergency object after manu- high elevation structure (skyscrapers, offshore platforms etc.). The SPARS® project is resulted in a creation of a brand use had required a special certifi- al initialization of the system; 7. Safe landing on any underlying new pneumo-framed aerodynamic devices technology. There is no doubt in the near future this solution is going to be cate basis. In this regard the National 5. Guaranteed deploy of the canopy surface in urban terrain; a must-have in skyscrapers construction all over the world Standard (GOST) 4240-001-2012 with 3÷5 m loss of height irrespec- 8. Reusable and does not sink. specifying medical and technical tive of air flow speed pressure; he SRS Ltd. proposes a usually perished. On the other side op the project from conceptual pro- requirements for injury-free opera- 6. Protection from dangerous exter- In packed and assembly complete SPARS® high rise escape homeland security analytics says that posal stage to releasing operating tion by untrained persons rescued nal factors (fire, hits, smoke) dur- mode the SPARS® system weights technology that has a in average an every skyscraper in the prototypes unparalleled anywhere in by means of new type SPARS® shock- ing descent; 25 kg with back-pack dimensions T global nature. It is uncov- world is expected to be subjected to the world. ered market niche with an a fire case (terroristic attack or other The SPARS® escape technology is obvious but unrealized human require- emergency) once in every 47 years. based on a synergy of sophisticat- ment to be and to feel safe while living So the SRS Ltd. has decided to ed aerospace technologies such as or working in high elevation buildings. resolve the problem in finding an Air-Aspirator Rapid Inflation; Elastic In case of emergency than traditional alternative to traditional evacuation Pneumo-Frame Catapult Ejection; evacuation is impossible or ineffective methods technical solution. It takes Air-Drag Deceleration; Air-Bag Shock those people all over the world have about eight years of R&D to resolve the Absorbing and others. Such technol- practically no means of urgent secure task. Finally it is resulted in creation ogies were invented for space probes rescue from the height and need an a brand new escape technology – deceleration during descent in atmo- alternative solution. an Autonomous Rescue Pneumo spheres of Solar system planets and Actually the technical reviews Transformable Chute Back-pack its landings on surfaces. shows that at present there are prac- Solution for secure personal rescue The SPARS® device provides a tically no means for secure alterna- from high-elevation structure in case secure individual escape of untrained tive escape starting from 60÷80 m of emergency than traditional evacu- person or valuables cargos with height and higher available on the ation methods are impossible. weights 45÷120 kg. from about any market. But according to the said The SRS. Ltd company in outsourc- of existing high-rise (50÷1000m) firefighter‘s statistics about 3÷5% of ing cooperation with 18 leading facilities (skyscrapers; towers; off- people being caught in alarm situa- Russian and foreign aerospace com- shore platforms etc.) with guaran- tion on the high-rise building used to panies has fulfilled full-scale research teed safe landing on any underlying try escaping from the windows and and development activities to devel- surface in urban terrain or water in

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run mass production of the SPARS® in the region and enter an empty mar- ket with protected rights it would be necessary to have production tech- nology experience in the fields of: – thin coated/laminated fabric manufacturing; – assembly from these fabrics a complex air-beam-frame air-proof inflatable structures; – parachute canopy manufacturing; – air-aspirator gas filling manufac- turing; – plastics (carbon) manufacturing and forming 850x450x350mm and has easy – to- 95% potential SPARS® manufacturers. essary intellectually property rights – human field (air-borne) tests plas- use suspension system. 13 Patents of the US, China, Japan, protected. tic forming and others. The SPARS® has its Technical Data Canada, South Korea, Singapore, An accurate assessment of the Sheet (TU 801130–5047075064–01– the Ukraine, Indonesia, Malasia and terms, timeframes and investments A Partner sought may be expected 10) and working design documents Australia have been already received. required for the SPARS® industrializa- to undertake part of those activities issued. Under the SRS Ltd require- Three Russian EMERCOM tion it is foreseen that a Partner from or provide financing for already SRS ments Russian gas-filling systems Certificates of Conformity were the region where product itself (or Ltd. Company existing outsourcing (GFS) manufacturing company has received for the SPARS®. ‘Aerospace its production) could be demanded manufacturing solution in Russia on mastered Autonomous Two-Stage medicine and military ergonomics‘ (Middle East, China, US, Europe, Asia- a mutually beneficial basis. GFS for SPARS® (TU 8042–017– R&D Institute of the Russian Air Force Pacific etc.) could formulate and pro- As for the SPARS® solution opera- 45307693–2013). has granted an official approval for vide the SRS Ltd. Company with the tion such a potential entity sought The SRS Ltd. Intellectual Property the SPARS® physical adaptability. regional authority technical require- (hotels, profitable houses; sky- Rights on SPARS® and its ‘know- The SRS Ltd. company now is look- ments to upgrade the product speci- scraper‘s management company; hows‘ have been completely protect- ing for cooperation with a strategic fications and also could determine offshore platform management; air- ed within Russia (9 Patens, 3 Trade Partner and/or investor in order to the necessary level of licensing. borne attractions & entertainment Marks) and abroad under PCT (Patent industrialize the brand new SPARS® At the same time in order to companies etc.) should only require Cooperation Treaty) procedures 2 product; to make it commercial; to reduce production costs it is desir- a free window exit sized 1000x500 ‘umbrella‘ requests for SPARS® have prepare and set up its production able to find and select a local manu- mm at the appropriate height to use entered national level in 15 countries and to enter with it into a global facturer taking into account its tech- Autonomous Pneumo Transformable and covered 78% skyscrapers and commercial market having all nec- nical capabilities and possibility to Escape Chute and propose to its cli- use appropriate production process ents an additional exceptional secure technologies. service with limited warranty. There are following innovations Upon receiving necessary infor- General market estimations shows in the proposed SPARS® technology: mation from a Partner the SRS Ltd. there are over 7,303 finished and Company could finalize the design 2,500 under construction skyscrap- 1. A brand new free parachuting technology (means and escape method) was created for emergency escape documentation, to fabricate a proto- ers worldwide with the heights of from heights higher than 50 m where practical methods for safe evacuation of a person are not available type with specifications meeting local 100÷828m, over 100,000 buildings on the market. needs and to determine expected having height of 50÷100m and more 2. Sinergy solution based on specially designed and produced from film-laminated fabric a rapid inflatable investments and timeframes neces- than 800 offshore platforms. Taking 1 2 3 air-beam single volume frame structure for: sary to prepare and to run mass pro- that analysis into account the SPARS® – Elastic catapult ejection of a human from a window of an emergency object; duction of the product in the region. may have potential market capacity – Forced deploy of the canopy with only 3÷5 m loss of height and irrespective of air flow speed pressure for Shares and Conditions in the busi- of up to $700-850 million annually. deployment (usual parachute requires of 25÷100 m free fall and/or 250÷350 km/h speed of airplane to be ness organization is a matter of further Furthermore, the SPARS® esti- deployed); negotiations. The SRS Ltd. Company mated potential market capacity is – Guaranteed safe landing with 5÷6 m/s vertical velocity on any underlying surface in urban terrain using would be ready to demonstrate its worth over $3.5 billion in commer- integrated air-frame shock absorbing pneumo dumper. good willing approach and to meet a cial sector alone. The Governments 3. Fully automatic mode of usage (after manual initialisation of the apparatus) and all the descend envelope accelerations bearable for an ordinary person make the escape solution available for use by untrained Partner in negotiations halfway with market is bigger but for accepting people from 18 till 70 years old; necessary flexibility in some critical that new technology implementa- 4. New type of light weight air-proof film coated fabric for air-beam inflatable frame structure was created. questions aiming to achieve mutually tion it may require some updates beneficial cooperation. of the appropriate local norms and The Special National Standard (GOST) for shock acceleration limits for untrained human using new type of 4 5 6 Such forms of cooperation as Joint regulations. /RA&MG/ lodgment Rescue Parachuting Systems was issued. Venture, Technical, Manufacturing or The Crash test dummy Hybrid-III 50% percentile was instrumented, calibrated with the help of centrifuge, certified SRS Ltd. (OOO ‘KCC‘) The Russian Federation, 141400 and used as anthropomorphic instrument for human acceleration checking during field tests and validation of the License Agreements are feasible. E-mail: [email protected] 25A Leningradskoe HWY t.+7(495) 617-1731 Autonomous Pneumo Transformable Escape Chute. For a strategic industrial Partner www.cosmic-rs.com sought who would be interested to Khimky, Moscow Region, f.+7(495) 617-1732

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