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T
he growth of the internet has fight against cyber-attacks. Together
Defence & Security transformed our everyday lives. with the private sector, we are pioneering
Systems International But with greater openness, a new national cybersecurity ‘hub’
2012/13 interconnection and dependency comes that will allow the government and
Editorial greater vulnerability. The threat to our businesses to exchange information on
Editor Mark Brierley national security from cyberattacks is threats and responses.
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Chief sub-editor Gemma Smelt real and growing. Organised criminals, The UK is a world leader in
Sub-editors Victoria Green, Julian Turner terrorists, hostile states and ‘hacktivists’ cybersecurity research, development and
Features writers Ross Davies, Abi Millar, are all seeking to exploit cyberspace to innovation. To defend against significant
Jack Wittels
Production manager Dave Stanford their own ends. threats, we need to continue the work
Group art director Henrik Williams The UK Government has moved we are doing to protect and prepare our
Designer Martin Faulkner
swiftly to tackle the growing danger critical national infrastructure. We also
Editor-in-chief John Lawrence
posed by cyberattacks. Our National need to update our military defence
Commercial
Security Strategy, published last year, capabilities for a new cyberworld; this
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years for a transformative National Cyber-risks are transnational in nature.
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Michael de Crespigny of
the ISF on staying one step
ahead of the cyberterrorists. 14 In this issue
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The battle to
reduce the burden
of equipment on the
42
close-combat soldier. The India Army’s multibillion dollar future soldier initiative, F-INSAS, remains shrouded in mystery.
Naval
83 Sea change
Commander Andreas Jedlicka
reveals how the German Navy’s
next-generation F125 frigate’s long
deployment time, as well as its varied
operational requirements, have
impacted everything from crew
structure to weapon specifications.
66 Around-the-clock-
Land systems surveillance systems Communications
EVPU Defence
50 Connectivity is king 91 Joint enterprise
67 Fresh and quality concrete
Colonel (retired) Buddy Carman, With joint military operations de
under any conditions
recently TRADOC capability rigueur, it is crucial for coalition
Carmix
manager at Brigade Combat Team forces to have secure interoperable
Mission Command, explains how communications infrastructure in
network-enabled tactical formations Logistics place, notably software defined
can improve survivability and radio. Mark Brierley speaks to
battle-effectiveness. Philippe Margot of ESSOR to find
69 The future of global supply
out how six European partners are
chain security
53 Innovative mechanical making this a reality.
Zenatek
solutions
Nexter Mechanics 72 Self-sufficient logistics 94 Position of strength
In 2014, the bulk of US and NATO Trimble
54 The power to succeed security forces will withdraw from
Greaves Farymann Diesel Afghanistan, leaving their Afghan 96 SDR 1.6–512MHz
counterparts in charge of logistics. Tactical Manpack
56 Chain systems and Elly Earls meets Major General Sat-Com
lifting points Mark Brown of US CENTCOM to
pewag find out whether the Afghan
CBRNe
security personnel are ready.
57 Vehicle for growth
The global armoured vehicles MRO 75 Superior radar
market is expected to increase at 97 Specialist CBRNe
measurement in theatre
a CAGR of 5.68% to reach $7.1 training courses
Selex Systems Integration
billion by 2022, Strategic Defence Hotzone Solutions
Intelligence analysis reveals. 77 Holistic logistics
New Breed Logistics
61 Trust the tyre pressure Directory
control specialists 78 Reach new heights
Téléflow Carl Stahl 98 Index
News
Magic Eye 1 is expected to
NAVAL take-off, but assisted recovery (STOBAR) weigh 40kg and feature an
Russia further operations with MiG-29K naval fighter aircraft. operating time of up to six hours,
During the trials, seven out of eight steam maximum flying speed of 200km/h,
delays delivery of boilers in the propulsion machinery experienced as well as a radio communication
trainer (OBT) for the UK Royal The 152.4m-long and operations on improved roads aircraft to assassinate suspected
Navy’s Daring Class Type-45 21.2m-wide Type-45 destroyer and highways. terrorists to hand over if Mitt
anti-air-warfare destroyers to will replace the aging Type-42 The Danish Army operates Romney won the US election,
provide enhanced training for frigates, which have been 632 heavily armoured M113s officials have revealed to the
crew members prior to their deployed since the mid-1970s. in different configurations, New York Times.
service aboard the vessels. including APC, command There is currently no
The new training system has LAND SYSTEMS vehicles, repair vehicles, legal framework for the use
been designed to enable the Danish Army’s M113 fitters vehicle, TOW carrier, of drone attacks, and their use
crew to control, reconfigure and APC replacement ambulance, and combat is a source of disagreement
recover the ship’s propulsion, programme proceeds engineers vehicle, as well between the CIA and the US
generation and auxiliary The Danish Ministry of Defence as tactical air control party Departments of Defense, Justice
systems in various real-time (MoD) has received proposals carrier and fire fighting vehicle. and State. Some military
problem scenarios. from eight European companies advisers believe they should
Using MathWorks’ Simulink to replace the Royal Danish AIR FORCE be used routinely to prevent
and MATLAB tools, the BAE Army’s aging M113 armoured China unveils new terrorist attacks on the US, not
design team streamlined personnel carriers (APC) fleet. unmanned aerial vehicle just during conflicts in which
the creation of plant models A request for information China’s Aviation Industry the US is participating or when
for the OBT to simulate 16 (RFI) was floated by the MoD Corporation (AVIC) has US interests are at risk.
interconnected systems with in May 2011 to manufacturers introduced the Yi Long Currently, CIA-led lethal
4,000 total inputs and outputs to for the procurement of unmanned aerial vehicle drone operations are classified
generate a near-real training approximately 360 vehicles in (UAV) at the 9th International and carried out without the
experience for crew members. six different configurations Aviation and Aerospace involvement of legislators.
Expand BAE Systems under a track vs wheeled Exhibition in southern In the run-up to the election,
Maritime-Naval Ships’ vehicles competition. Zhuhai, China. President Obama said that
division principal engineer Configurations include infantry, The UAV has been under the US Congress should pass
Peter Worthington said: “With command and control, ambulance, construction with the Chengdu a bill to codify their use, but
model-based design, we were mortar, and engineering and aircraft-building institute since so far legislators have not
able to simplify our design mechanical variants. 2005 and completed its first been involved in drawing
process, and ultimately needed Companies bidding for the test flight in 2008. up the rulebook.
only three engineers to model contract include BAE Systems Capable of conducting military Since President Obama came
and simulate the ship’s physical Hagglunds – which proposed or civil missions, the 9.34m-long to office, the CIA has ordered
systems and generate production an Armadillo variant of its CV90 Yi Long UAV has a wingspan of more than 300 drone strikes
C-code for the training system.” tracked vehicle – FFG Flensburger, 14m and a mass of 1t to support in which around 2,500 people
Capable of simulating Rheinmetall Landsysteme and missions such as geophysical or have been killed. Human
contingency situations such as the Santa Barbara subsidiary post-disaster surveys. rights lobbyists believe
pressure drops due to leakages of General Dynamics European With an endurance capability that the strikes countermand
and ringing of bilge alerts in case Land Systems (GDELS), of up to 20 hours, the unmanned international laws governing
of compartment flooding, OBT according to a statement by the aircraft has a range of 4,000km rules of engagement.
ensures real-world crew training. procurement arm of the MoD. and can reach a maximum Whether there is an
MathWorks aerospace defence The statement added that altitude of 5,300m. international effort to update
industry marketing manager Jon ARTEC, Nexter, Patria and the Similar in configuration to current laws or whether the
Friedman said that model-based Mowag subsidiary of GDELS have the General Atomics-built US chooses to drive its own
design enhances communication proposed wheeled vehicles and MQ-9 Reaper, the Yi Long codification measures first,
between design teams to address provided no additional information drone features a V-tail and some commentators have
any issues early in the process. on the type of vehicles. long-span straight wing, and is suggested that, free of the
A real-time version of the The MoD is expected to equipped with an electro-optical pressure to deliver a rulebook
simulation was developed and down-select a number of sensor turret under the forward to a new administration,
equipped with onboard control contenders in the next few fuselage, as well as two missiles President Obama’s re-election
systems of the ship following months, prior to the scheduled under the wing. may delay efforts to finally
evaluation of plant models. start of vehicle trials in codify when and how armed
The team used MATLAB Denmark in March 2013. LEGISLATION drone strikes should be used.
and Simulink to speed up Manufactured by BAE Systems, Legislation looms
production code-generation to the M113 is a fully tracked APC for armed drone
model and simulate physical that is capable of conducting assassinations News provided by
systems, while reducing the amphibious operations, extended The Obama administration tried
time by half compared with a cross-country travel over to push through the codification
typical project of similar size. rough terrain, and high-speed of rules on using armed drone
T
he world’s littoral areas have become porous entry
and exit points for criminals, smugglers, pirates and
terrorists. Every nation with a coastline or a river/
lake border is struggling to secure these areas.
The use of small craft by terrorist organisations and
domestic terrorist cells is a worldwide threat, as was
demonstrated by the bombing of the USS Cole in 2000.
Rogue states such as Iran and North Korea continue to
build vast fleets of small high-speed craft and export these
threats to other hotspots in the world. Piracy is on the rise:
in 2011, a record number of piratical boardings were made
in the Gulf of Aden.
And in November 2008, the attack on Mumbai, India,
brought this danger to the forefront. Nations realised that
in order to combat this asymmetrical small-craft threat, a
similar small-craft defence is required. The current thinking
is that the best countermeasure to an asymmetrical threat TYM’s advanced vessels
are designed to combat the
is to create symmetry, and so many countries are asymmetrical small-craft threat.
considering fielding fleets of their own.
Tampa Yacht Manufacturing’s element. TYM is currently working with several firms to
offer low-cost, proven craft as unmanned autonomous or
small, high-speed craft are uniquely semi-autonomous surface vessel (ASV) platforms for both ISR
suited to securing, defending and sensor platforms, as well as direct-acting weapons platforms.
protecting littoral areas. The same characteristics that make high-performing manned
defence craft so effective – low procurement and lifecycle
cost, highly mature, proven hulls, systems and machinery,
Faster and more agile and highly reliable in-service performance – also help in the
Tampa Yacht Manufacturing (TYM) is able to rapidly supply unmanned role.
a large number of small craft in order to accomplish
this equanimity. The company is currently supporting Off-the-shelf solutions
governments bordering the Indian Ocean, Arabian Gulf, Gulf TYM is working with customers to develop off-the-shelf
of Aden, Yellow Sea and inland border lakes. TYM’s small, solutions that enable them to rapidly deploy coastal defence
high-speed craft are uniquely suited to securing, defending forces, including larger interceptor craft, medium-size coastal
and protecting these littoral areas. By employing water-jet craft, and reduced port security. The company continues to
and surface-drive propulsion for shallow-draft, high-speed develop new craft with higher speeds, greater crew comfort,
and low-signature applications, the fast interceptor craft improved mission endurance and capability, expanded
now being used are significantly faster and more agile than sensor suites for greater domain awareness, reduced craft
their predecessors, and are equipped with sophisticated signature, and greater lethality (and non-lethal deterrence
electronics and communications suits, ballistic armour and aids) when required.
infrared night vision cameras. Mission performance, robust construction, durability,
Compounding the growing threat is the tightening of sustainability and survivability are TYM’s overriding goals.
defence budgets across the world; as a result, large, Man-machine interface (MMI), yacht-quality finish and
international navies are reallocating resources closer to endurance-enhancing features – coupled with low-cost
home. Smaller nations are now having to make serious commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) materials and equipment –
plans for their own defence, including a significant coastal are key factors driving the success of TYM’s craft. Design
and engineering is requirement and performance-focused, and agencies to help design and engineer unique solutions
delivering designs that exceed customers’ expectations. to the defence requirements of a broad range of user groups,
This approach has enabled the company to maintain a including law enforcement agencies and forces such as
highly competitive stance against global competition and, by armies, navies, coastguards, special operations command,
bringing the most highly skilled labour into the equation, border security forces, and customs and border protection
reduce the construction time required to build boats and agencies in Central and Southern Asia, Europe, the Middle
eliminate rework, while at the same time sourcing materials, East and the US.
equipment and custom outfitting from the largest pool of TYM has already introduced several small craft dedicated
suppliers in the world. to coastline security, including the 44-FCI for all littoral threats;
the 35-SPC (SWAT patrol craft) for clandestine operations;
the 35-RHIB outboard-powered craft for inshore and inland
The company is also competing waterways, and the larger, diesel-powered, 40ft RHIB version
to supply patrol craft of various of the latter; as well as the shallow-draft, high-speed 51ft FAC
(fast attack craft) for over-the-horizon threats.
types to the Navy of south-east With the world’s MoD requirements as varied as the
Asia and the Middle East. ocean itself, TYM is engaged in numerous new craft
development programmes and competitions. The company
is also competing to supply patrol craft of various types to
As varied as the ocean the Navy of south-east Asia and the Middle East, as well as
TYM is working closely with governments across the world numerous other international regions.
to level the playing field of transfer of technology (TOT) by
providing the technological tools and know-how to
successfully combat terrorist threats with state-of-the-art
engineering solutions, while at the same time providing Further information
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Intelligent solutions
to blended threats
Embassy personnel and Western business executives are under increased threat of kidnapping
by terrorist organisations and affiliated criminal organisations. 5 Stones intelligence CEO
David Tinsley describes how heightened protective intelligence strategies can help ensure that
government officials and corporate leaders remain one step ahead of these new blended threats.
E
xecutives, and political and diplomatic staff from
the US and UK have long been viewed as prime
kidnapping targets by terrorist networks. However,
intelligence indicators reflect that terrorist networks, as well as
subfranchises and splinter groups of criminal and/or terrorist
organisations view kidnapped Westerners as prime chattel.
Kidnapping is a rational crime carried out by irrational
people. The threat it poses has grown exponentially through
what 5 Stones intelligence (5Si) refers to as the ‘blended
threat’, a logical result of terrorist networks, criminal
organisations and global money launderers enjoying the
benefits of collaboration and cross-communication.
For example, 5Si research and reporting indicates that
al-Qaeda, as well as subgroups such as the Imprisoned
Omar Abdel Rahman Brigades – which is allied with the
Ansar al-Sharia in Benghazi, Libya – may have been
attempting to kidnap US ambassador Christopher Stevens
Al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri was purported to praise the deadly
on 9 September 2012, as opposed to killing him. attack on the US Consulate in Benghazi, Libya on 11 September 2012.
This image from the SITE Intelligence Group shows three Spanish aid
workers alleged to have been kidnapped by al-Qaeda in 2009.
the requisite protection for those beliefs, precursor terrorist objectives, greed and deep-
rooted cultural motivators. Whether one is forecasting
who are being targeted by intelligence or the weather, all accounts and factors must
kidnapping organisations. enter the analytical equation and nothing should escape
the lens of open perspective and cultural acuity.
The blended threat generated from multiple terrorist
The jihadist alliance networks and criminal organisations, and their leveraging
The kidnapping of embassy staff and corporate executives of negative political factors, false premises and enhanced
from said countries at present and in the future is without technology, present escalating concerns that require
question a goal of the jihadist alliance in Benghazi and heightened protective intelligence measures.
elsewhere. Hasty and incongruent attempts at security
will not offer the requisite protection for those who are
being targeted by kidnapping organisations. The world Further information
continues to change rapidly and mitigating risk requires 5 Stones intelligence
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carefully planned tactics, techniques and procedures Email: [email protected]
(TTP) in concert with 5Si intelligence that addresses all
Cybersecurity has long been a hot topic across the defence sector, but as cybercriminals
worldwide step up their efforts, traditional countermeasures are no longer sufficient.
Michael de Crespigny, CEO of the Information Security Forum (ISF), explains to
DSSI what defence contractors can do to identify and mitigate the danger.
Seismic
threat
I
n May 2011, Lockheed Martin fell exploiting flaws in the company’s own network passwords were reset. “Our
prey to a major security attack. infrastructure, hackers had stolen data systems remain secure; no customer,
The leading US defence contractor, from two of its suppliers and used it to programme, or employee personal data
developing everything from F-22 facilitate a breach. has been compromised,” the company
fighter jets to Titan rockets, it narrowly Luckily, there was minimal long-term statement affirmed.
averted disaster as its remote access damage. Lockheed Martin had been
system was hacked. monitoring the adversary in question Cybercriminals are
According to a statement, the attack for many years and responded raising their game
was “significant and tenacious”, but it promptly to the intrusion. Remote This tale might be interpreted in two
was also difficult to spot. Its danger lay access for employees was disabled ways. On one hand, it serves to confirm
precisely in this subtlety. Rather than that very day, and later in the week all the strength of Lockheed Martin’s
continues de Crespigny. “Sometimes capability (NCIRC) to help it meet terms of collaborating to provide
they are only found quite some time emerging and anticipated threats. secure environments around sharing
after the event took place.” information,” he says. “Often, two or
So as they navigate this increasingly Collaboration is key three organisations will collaborate to
rocky landscape, how can defence For contractors and related companies, bid for a government contract, and they
companies ensure they don’t slip up? de Crespigny feels that collaboration need to be sure they’re dealing with
It’s a question being asked at the is crucial. The ISF brings together trusted participants. So they’ve done
highest echelons of the industry, with organisations to share their experiences a lot of work at an industry level in
governmental bodies investing heavily and pool ideas, creating a forum in developing security standards.”
in cybersecurity for defence. which it’s safe to air concerns. “We While there is no room for
complacency, equally it doesn’t make
sense to panic. Through adopting a well
Non-executive directors in very large thought-through and practicable
organisations need to understand that there’s strategy, organisations can continue to
an issue here, and ensure they’re properly meet their security challenges. But any
such counterstrategy should ripple right
managing the risk. the way down the supply chain.
Following the recent attacks, Lockheed
For instance, the UK Government has bring a high degree of trust between Martin has set to work on contacting
highlighted cybercrime as part of its individuals working together,” he says. suppliers, helping them mitigate their
national cybersecurity strategy launch, “Internationally we have a common set risk. And with 5-8% of its revenues in
ring-fencing over £500 million for the of rules about protecting information the information systems sector now
cause. NATO, meanwhile, has revised and not divulging identities.” related to cybersecurity, it is clear that
its policy, setting out a clear vision This is a model that he believes can this approach is working. There is a
throughout the alliance and establishing be applied elsewhere. “The defence growing need for measures like these:
a NATO computer incident response industry is actually quite advanced in far-reaching and forward-thinking.
Neutralise advanced
persistent threats
Governments, critical infrastructure providers and defence organisations increasingly rely
on the internet to perform mission-critical operations. Ari Takanen, CTO of Codenomicon,
discusses how businesses can protect their networks against advanced persistent threats.
What are the biggest security threats facing Unknown or zero-day vulnerabilities are the biggest threat
government and critical infrastructure networks? to IT security, because there are no defences against
Ari Takanen: For government and defence organisations attacks exploiting them.
the biggest threat is data theft. For critical infrastructure
providers, the threat is that cyber-attacks can cut off the How can you defend against zero-day attacks?
supply of vital resources, such as water and electricity, The most effective technique for finding zero-day
and disrupt communication and transportation systems. vulnerabilities is fuzzing, which involves triggering them
The consequences of such an attack can be catastrophic. with unexpected inputs. Fuzzers work on protocols, the
The main issue with critical infrastructure networks is that languages that computers use to communicate with each
the people running them don’t understand just how open other. The fuzzer can confuse a device by sending it an
and vulnerable their networks are. Production networks are invalid protocol message. If there are vulnerabilities, then
considered to be closed, even though they are connected it can crash or go into a busy loop. This is also the method
corporate networks, which in turn have direct internet access. of choice of black hat hackers.
Even if the network is a completely separate At Codenomicon, our tools are based on protocol
environment, well-financed and skilled attackers will specifications. We take the official ‘grammars’ of protocols
always find a way in. Most critical infrastructure networks to create our tests and that’s why our tools contain all the
are so vulnerable that it does not take a sophisticated possible fuzzing messages. So, by using our tools, you can
attack like Stuxnet to bring them down. make it pretty hard for the attackers.
will always find a way in. flaws before anybody has a chance to exploit them.
By removing potential zero-day vulnerabilities proactively,
you can make it much harder for attackers to find
How should government, defence organisations exploitable vulnerabilities in your network, and devise an
and critical infrastructure providers protect attack against it.
their networks against advanced persistent By integrating fuzzing into their software development
threats (APTs)? and procurement processes, organisations can ensure that
The best way to prepare networks against attacks by the software in their networks is robust and secure.
APTs is to proactively get rid of exploitable vulnerabilities.
There are several types of malware, including viruses, Could you describe some of the devices or
worms, trojans, back doors, keystroke loggers, rootkits systems can be fuzzed?
and spyware; what these all have in common is that Basically, anything with an open interface – that is any
they exploit software vulnerabilities. device or system that communicates with another device
These can be divided roughly into known and unknown or system – can be tested. Even security software like
vulnerabilities. Known vulnerabilities are flaws that anti-virus programs or firewalls can be fuzzed.
somebody has already found and reported. Anti-virus What organisations often fail to realise is that their
software, firewalls and IPS/IDS systems protect networks networks are just as strong as the devices connected
against attacks exploiting known vulnerabilities – or to it. Nobody thought devices such as storage solutions,
variations of them – with signatures and heuristics. smartphones and printers could be used to attack
However, these solutions don’t provide any defence networks, so the developers didn’t try to make this
against attacks exploiting unknown vulnerabilities. difficult or impossible to do.
Using techniques such as fuzzing, organisations can protect integral networks from a host of advanced persistant threats that exploit software vulnerabilities.
Can a network be hijacked by a device such but the jurisdiction of law enforcement is restricted by
as a printer? national borders. What little cooperation exists between
Not exactly, but once the attackers gain control over the different authorities is often overpowered by bureaucracy.
printer, they can install malware or a sniffer to monitor Hacking is an international multibillion-dollar business.
traffic within the network. With sniffers and malware, the Anyone, terrorists, organised criminals and hostile nation
attackers can gain access to sensitive network information states can purchase the expertise needed and carry out
like user names and passwords, which will enable them to cyber-attacks. Botnets and malware are commodities that
launch further, more serious attacks against the network. can be bought or rented from underground auctioning
sites. You can hire an entire hacking team by recruiting
Organisations can use fuzzing on IRC channels or simply buy the attack online.
before anybody has a chance to No. In 2011, we saw a sharp rise in the activity of hacktivist
groups like Anonymous and LulzSec. These groups want to
exploit them. retaliate for some perceived wrongdoing and embarrass
their victims by messing up their website or announcing
So, if you are purchasing equipment for a critical that they have managed to steal confidential information
network, or a network connected to a critical network, such as customers’ credit card details.
then it’s a good idea to fuzz equipment before they are But the most worrying attacks are the ones that don’t
incorporated. Better still, use your purchasing power and get noticed. Spies working for governments and corporate
the vendors do the testing for you. espionage are carrying out some of the most technically
Software products have the highest amount of defects advanced and resource-intensive attacks ever seen. They
of products sold today. The next time you are having are the APT, the advanced persistent threat, and they
problems with software running on your laptop, this is not won’t be stopped by a firewall.
just a sign of bad quality – it is also a sign that your
laptop can be hacked. Can they be stopped by fuzzing?
By fuzzing their networks, organisations can make it
Codenomicon has been active in the security significantly harder for attackers to find exploitable
testing market since 2001. How has cyber-security vulnerabilities. If we could give government organisations
changed in the past ten years? and critical infrastructure providers one piece of advice, it
Ten years ago, cyber-attacks were mainly carried out by would be fuzz your networks. If you are not fuzzing your
hobbyists as pranks. But as we are using more and more network, then it is an easy target for somebody else.
IT in the workplace, have online records and do online
banking and shopping, the opportunity to profit from
stolen information has grown exponentially.
So, it’s no wonder that criminals are moving into the Further information
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cyber-domain, especially since the risk of getting caught www.codenomicon.com
is significantly lower online. Cyber-criminals act globally,
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real time with minimal delay, and Multiple applications
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based on the same information. group. The system can be used in military missions as
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Body of
evidence
The global body armour and personal protection market is forecast to show positive growth over
the period 2012–22, according to the latest research by Strategic Defence Intelligence.
T
he global body armour and Figure 1. Global body armour and personal protection market ($ billion), 2012–22
personal protection market
was estimated to be worth 3-
personal protection market, followed by Source: SDI analysis © Strategic Defence Intelligence
North America dominates Europe $360 million $609 million $5.20 billion 5.40%
the market Asia-Pacific $234 million $610 million $4.60 billion 10.06%
The US is expected to follow past trends
Middle East $22 million $60 million $442 million 10.55%
and record budget cuts during the forecast
period, but these cuts are not expected Latin America $24 million $38 million $370 million 4.70%
to affect the country’s body armour Africa $30 million $37 million $340 million 2.12%
and personal protection procurement Source: SDI Analysis © Strategic Defence Intelligence
programmes. The US Department of
Defense (DoD) declared in a January
2012 statement that the US Army is Because of the focus that has been of these mandates, North America is the
preparing for a smaller infantry but a placed on enabling better personal leading spender in the body armour and
better-equipped and optimally trained protection for US soldiers in the US personal protection sector and accounts
force. In the 2010 US Army Modernization Army Modernisation Strategy, the for 50% of the global market (see Table 2,
Strategy, significant emphasis has been army’s fiscal year 2011 budget request above). Some programmes that are
placed on improving personal protection and Future Years Defense programme expected to contribute substantially to
for ground troops, and the US DoD is include increased funding for armour North American expenditure on body
expected to continue upgrading its kits for increasing survivability and the armour and personal protection include
existing body armour and protective accelerated development of lightweight the procurement of improved outer
headgear capabilities in order to remain body armour, which are now being tactical vests, the Uniform Integrated
the dominant land force globally. designed gender specifically. As a result Protective Ensemble programme and
Seamless integration
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Following the company’s collaboration with the US Department of Homeland Security
Science and Technology Directorate, Kary Eldred of Altadona talks to Defence & Security
Systems International about integrating disparate systems into a single, efficient interface.
Our solution provides unparalleled were challenged with getting their new systems to work with
legacy equipment and systems. Our software was largely
visualisation, incorporating 3D developed to help them do that, especially on a very, very
modelling, GIS, terrain, geo-location large scale.
and everything electronic into an So the idea is full integration in a single interface?
easy-to-understand virtual world. Yes. Like others we’ve discovered people want one interface
to reduce the complexity of incoming data through many
Can you give us an example of how this may fit in? interfaces, and therefore make it easier and quicker for
Take this case. When an incident occurs and operators are operators to respond efficiently in emergency situations. In
notified by an alarm or sensor, there are at least two things many cases, because of so many systems and sensors, virtual
that they must do. First, they must gain situational awareness, ‘silos’ are created. Breaking these silos down with their
that is, ascertaining what is going on. which is key. obvious inefficiencies is a real need.
Second, there must follow the appropriate response. Our
COE solution enables and facilitates both in one software Does integration through your platform create
platform. Altadona’s solution provides unparalleled visualisation, additional benefits?
incorporating 3D modelling, GIS, terrain, geo-location and Our software creates the ability to facilitate both centralisation
everything electronic into an easy-to-understand virtual and collaboration, not only internally, but across multiple
world. In the same way, our command and control capability agencies and departments. Finally, we provided a highly visual
via the same platform, or virtual world, is intuitive and easy to interface that was intuitive not only for new operators but also
use for operators, supervisors and decision-makers. for key decision-makers, supervisors and stakeholders, and
that also integrated and provided automation of critical SOPs.
How was the solution developed and for whom? Again, it is recreating the physical world in a virtual world
The development of the software was, in large part, sponsored that you can use to control your physical world.
by the US Department of Homeland Security Science and
Technology Directorate (DHS S&T). They wanted us to assist
them with the same particular need; namely to integrate all Further information
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weather-sensing technology and solutions for a wide range of operations. The company’s
new applications manager Lee Nelson talks to Defence & Security Systems International
about the company’s range of innovative defence applications.
What specific challenges do military customers Could you describe some of the Vaisala products
face and how does Vaisala meet them? that are currently available?
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How can military forces around the world benefit What gives Vaisala the edge over its competitors?
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remote sensing capability needed to track weather in a more superior weather-sensing capabilities. We understand the
mobile package than larger C-band or S-band systems. X-band needs of the market and we work hard to ensure that we are
radars have inherently smaller antennas, making them ideal for not only serving the requirements of today, but are also
tactical mobile operations for severe weather tracking and warning. looking towards the demands of tomorrow and beyond.
Since many military aviation operations, particularly those
involving helicopters, take place in the very lowest parts of the What do you see as the current market trends
atmosphere, X-band radars can also prove invaluable by enabling and how do you envisage they might change?
forecasters to see below the radar coverage into areas that may be There is some uncertainty on the horizon regarding defence
blind spots for larger national or regional radar networks. X-band budgets. This can certainly be seen as a short-term challenge,
radars can provide good coverage of the surrounding area up to but it is, perhaps, an opportunity as well. With budgets
about 100km, while still being able to cover the lowest and most tightening, defence forces are more likely to opt for commercial
critical part of the atmosphere. off-the-shelf (COTS) products rather than pay for the
development of technology made to their specifications. Since
How is Vaisala’s X-band radar different from Vaisala offers military-grade products like the MAWS201M,
other X-band radars on the market? MW32 and E700XD, I believe we are well positioned to meet the
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A recent restructure of the Defence Equipment and
Support procurement agency’s Individual Capability
Group has intensified the focus on the ‘soldier
as a system’ concept. Laura Walkinshaw talks to
Brigadier Mark Gaunt about reducing the burden
of equipment on the dismounted close-combat soldier.
F
or the soldier on the front line,
power is a constant battle. With
lethality and surveillance comes a
struggle with burden and, when you consider
that a typical soldier in a 35-man platoon
embarking on a 36-hour patrol carries
some 12kg in power alone, it is easy to
see why reducing the weight on the
individual dismounted close-combat
soldier is a key focus for the UK’s
Ministry of Defence (MoD).
The burden of essential power
sources was addressed in 2010
when commanders in Afghanistan
appealed to the MoD to lighten
the load that soldiers carried on a
day-to-day basis. Following the
approval of an Urgent Operational
Requirement in 2010, the soldier
portable charger (SPC) – which
takes energy from used batteries
and transfers it into a soldier’s
spares – was developed, along
with weight-saving batteries
and solar panels.
Since then, the development
of equipment in the British
Army has been nothing short
of groundbreaking. In July last
year, the Individual Capability
Group (ICG), which procures
and supports equipment for
the individual soldier within
the Defence Equipment and
Support (DE&S) procurement
agency, teamed up with the
Defence Science and Technology
Laboratory (DSTL), a trading
fund of the MoD, to develop composite
armour-plating and new ways of reducing
the size of batteries, including woven fabrics
that can hold an electric charge. Then, in April 2012,
A close-combat soldier typically carries
12kg of power-based equipment alone. lightweight uniforms with e-textiles – electrically
Development of fuel cells that could arise from using fuels way forward will not be for a number
and power architecture other than diesel – such as potential of years yet,” Gaunt says.
Speaking at Soldier Technology in difficulties in transporting it to the
May 2011, Marcus Bruton, head of the frontline – the case for SBH fuel cells Concentrating on
Soldier System Programmes’ delivery is very much in the early stages. increased effectiveness
group, outlined the objectives of the “Fuel cells requiring fuels other than While the direction of Soldier System
then ICG regarding the reduction of diesel would need to make an Programmes will depend on the
weight, including research by the extremely compelling case,” he says. changing requirements of dismounted
Programmes & Technology Group, Research into power architecture has close-combat soldiers, Gaunt says
part of DE&S, to develop a fuel cell also formed part of Phase II, with the configuration control of the army’s
using sodium borohydride (SBH) as options – including a zonal approach capabilities are a primary goal.
the fuel, which could result in with a power system for each of the “The operations in Iraq and
Afghanistan have introduced significant
numbers of new capabilities, which
The soldier-worn demonstrator system allows have allowed the British Army to field
adaptive control of the power flow through the its most capable infantry fighting
force ever, and arguably one of the
clothing, enabling batteries to be recharged most effective infantries in the world,”
using power from any available power source. he says. “Bringing these capabilities
under configuration control remains a
key objective over the next few years.
significant weight savings. head, torso and weapon areas – still “Projects that continue to reduce the
Now in Phase II of the project, undergoing examination by the MoD. burden on the soldier, both physical
Gaunt says fuel cells are still part of “Zonal power is still being considered and cognitive, offer the most potential
the research on the soldier system. and may be the most appropriate way to deliver increased effectiveness in
However, considering the challenges forward, although any decision on this the medium term.”
RUAG Ammotec AG
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www.ruag.com
A higher calibre
of ammunition
Defence and Security Systems International speaks with Ronald Cosman, vice-president
of marketing and sales at RUAG Ammotec’s defence and law enforcement division,
about the company’s environmentally friendly ammunition technology.
Could you provide some background to RUAG quality control engineers carefully scrutinise the key
and your business operations? specifications of each round, including the tolerances of
Ronald Cosman: At RUAG Ammotec, we produce components and the consistency of metallurgical properties.
the most sophisticated ammunition technology. Our This prevents defects that will impact the accuracy.
professionals develop and manufacture high-performance,
small-calibre standard and special ammunition for hunting What services do you offer your customers to
and sports, and defence and law enforcement, as well as sustain long-lasting relationships?
pyrotechnical elements and components for industry in Our strength is to be close to the end-user and we have
general. We are active in more than 50 countries worldwide fast reaction teams within our organisation to satisfy
in the defence and law enforcement sector, where the special requests from our customers. For them, it’s
Swiss export authorities allow us to export our products. possible to have ‘one-stop shopping’ thanks to the wide
We serve all different customers within armed forces such product range, while our motto ‘together ahead’ means
as army, navy, air force, special forces and presidential working with our customers to ensure mutual success.
guards, as well as police forces and their special forces. Our customers’ satisfaction is the result of a precision
job, high quality standards and, last but not least, a
What products and areas do you currently cover personal, honest relationship. More than 1,800 dedicated
in the defence and security sector? employees and 180 sales partners see to it that we are
We provide the perfect equipment, mainly in the form of ready on the spot to satisfy the individual requirements of
environmentally friendly ammunition for missions and our customers.
manoeuvres using the standard NATO calibres. Our product
range comprises different ball, tracer and blank small arms Do you have any future plans or ambitions that
ammunition for combat, training and simulation. In addition you want to share with us?
to the standard ammunition, we offer special ammunition RUAG is committed to further extending its market
in all possible calibres up to 12.7mm. Plus, we offer hand position, and the basis for this is an outstanding reputation.
grenades and training systems for large calibres (artillery Clear values and principles determine our daily thoughts
and mortar training systems). and actions.
Collaboration, high performance and visionary thinking;
these are the values that represent RUAG. Striving for
More than 1,800 dedicated the highest quality, uncompromising customer and
service orientation, and continuous further development;
employees and 180 sales partners these are the tenets of our working relationships with
see to it that we are ready on all stakeholders, as are a sense of responsibility, open
communication, fairness, transparency, and respect for
the spot to satisfy the individual people and for the environment.
requirements of our customers. In future, the company aims to expand its international
position in defence and law enforcement to enable us to
access markets worldwide. The key to that expansion is
What role do you see these products playing in best price/performance, long-lasting partnerships with
the military setting? our customers and high-level service.
RUAG Ammotec is able to supply a wide range of products
for all kind of missions in harsh environments and all
weather conditions. In our words: focus on your mission,
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products, we invest in innovative testing and simulation Further information
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methods that require deep know-how and savoir faire. www.ruag.com/ammotec
Equipped with modern, high-tech equipment, Ammotec
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M, a world-leading Figure 1. Noise protection levels: ComTac XP combined with EAR Classic ear plugs
manufacturer of safety and
Frequency (Hz) 63 125 250 500 1,000 2,000 4,000 8,000
protective equipment,
Mean attenuation (dB) 33.6 35.5 40.8 51.4 44.7 37.0 48.1 44.8
is proud to have the Peltor brand
range as part of its product offering. Standard deviation (dB) 4.4 5.8 5.0 6.6 4.8 3.6 4.9 4.8
Peltor communication equipment, Assumed protection (dB) 29.1 29.7 35.8 44.9 40.0 33.5 43.3 40.0
hearing protection, and head and Noise frequency: Single Number Rating = 39; High = 36; Medium = 38; Low = 36
face protection products for noisy
Ear plugs and ComTac XP can be combined for
and hazardous environments are even greater noise protection of around 39dB.
internationally renowned.
It is 3M’s goal to ensure that it satisfies its customers’ longer have the levels of noise protection
needs through the provision of exceptional leadership, provided by armoured
expertise, quality and service. With its global technology, fighting vehicles. At
manufacturing and knowledge network, it does more than the same time, due
simply develop products that help a workforce to operate in to their key role,
safety and comfort. The advanced engineering and technology they desperately
inherent in the Peltor brand fit well with 3M’s high-quality, require good
innovative and continuously evolving product range. situational awareness
and are therefore unable
Noise reduction – increased situational awareness to wear the earmuffs and
Military personnel worldwide need to be able to communicate earplugs worn in training and
clearly with their colleagues – both via radio and face to by heavy artillery personnel.
face – while also being protected from the increasing risk
of noise-induced hearing loss. In response to these demands, Dual protection from mortars and artillery
3M has launched the Peltor ComTac XP electronic ear It is hoped that these soldiers will benefit the most from ComTac
defenders and headsets. XP. With a slim cup designed to be worn beneath ballistic
A significant number of service personnel are finding their helmets if required, the ComTac XP provides noise reduction
careers and postings affected of 28dB, as well as a level-dependent or talk-through facility.
by hearing loss, which
even at minor levels
is exacerbated in
The advanced engineering and
noisy surroundings. This technology inherent in the Peltor
causes issues with brand fit well with 3M’s innovative,
communication and
consequently high-quality and continuously
restricts the evolving product range.
environments
into which At its most basic, ambient sound is perfectly audible,
affected personnel while shots are attenuated. This level of attenuation increases
can be posted. to 39dB when worn with an ear plug, but due to the ComTac
With small arms fire XP’s innovative ‘plug mode’, the ambient noise is unaffected
potentially hitting and users maintain their situational awareness. This dual
volumes in excess of protection is necessary in order to protect from high-risk
160dB, dismounted noise such as mortars, artillery and anti-tank weapons.
troops are particularly
at risk as they no
Further information
3M
3M’s Peltor ComTac XP electronic ear defenders and headsets protect www.peltor.com
dismounted troops from noise and hearing loss caused by arms fire.
Secret
weapon
A
s a leading light of the BRICS from its agrarian roots, the Indian the Indian Army in the country’s 11th
group of rapidly developing Government is looking to bring cutting- five-year plan (2007–2012).
countries, India’s burgeoning edge 21st-century technology to its Current large-scale modernisation
economy is quickly catching up with million-strong armed forces. According plans include the tactical communications
countries in Europe and North America. to some reports, the Indian Ministry of systems programme to build a digital
Just as India’s economy is expanding Defence (MoD) has been supporting network connecting regiments and
and modernising, moving ever further around 600 modernisation initiatives for battalions to army headquarters, as well
as the battle management system generation of Indian infantry with better As well as interchangeable barrels,
project to integrate the communications communications, lethality, survivability the new rifle would incorporate an
of the country’s army, navy and air force. and situational awareness. under-barrel grenade launcher able to
The F-INSAS roadmap, laid out by launch airburst grenades, as well as
Creating 21st-century warriors Indian defence officials at the project’s thermal optics and a laser range finder.
One of the biggest of these projects is outset, states that the new system will be Other weapons proposed for the system
F-INSAS (Futuristic Infantry Soldier as a supplied to eight to ten infantry battalions include a close-quarter battle (CQB)
System), a multibillion dollar programme (up to 10,000 soldiers) by 2015, with all carbine and a specialised sniper rifle.
to turn India’s infantrymen into fully 325 battalions fully upgraded by 2020.
networked, digitised, self-contained “We have put in place an action plan High-tech equipment
21st-century warriors. to modernise the armed forces in all and accessories
The scheme, which is reportedly dimensions,” said India’s now former In the later stages of the programme, the
scheduled to be rolled out in stages chief of the army staff Joginder Indian Army intends to complement its
between 2012 and 2020, has been Jaswant Singh back in 2007. “A project, new weapon platforms with a range of
described by Indian defence officials as codenamed F-INSAS, has been taken up high-tech equipment for its infantry
similar in scope and objectives to infantry to train futuristic soldiers, equipped with soldiers. This equipment includes a new
modernisation projects such as the US the latest weaponry, communication helmet with mounted thermal sensors
Army’s Future Force Warrior initiative. network and instant access to and night vision, as well as cameras and
F-INSAS can trace its roots back to information on the battlefield. In my chemical and biological sensors. The
2007 and even before; however, there is view, the next war will be won by the helmet will have an integrated visor with
still very limited information available side that is adept at high technology a heads-up display (HUD) capable of
about the project. With little government with all-weather fighting capability.” outputting images with the equivalent
communication on the initiative and
widespread confusion about its progress,
doubts have been raised as to whether
The Indian Administrative Service is composed
F-INSAS is on track to meet its goals. of generalists who have no functional expertise.
Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) Bureaucrats focus on the process of decision-
military and intelligence research fellow
Mark Phillips characterises the Indian MoD
making instead of the outcome.
as suffering from a “lack of expertise”,
leading to scattershot development Innovative rifle development space of two 17in computer screens.
and a lack of clear long-term goals for The cornerstone and first stage of the Other proposed accessories include a full
projects like modernisation schemes. F-INSAS project is the development or battle-suit with a bulletproof and
“The Indian Administrative Service is procurement of a new standard-issue waterproof jacket, health sensors and
composed of generalists who have no armament to replace the ageing INSAS even solar charging devices.
functional expertise, which results in (Indian small arms system) rifle. This kind of personal energy generation
constant reinvention of the wheel and a This was developed by India’s could be used to power the soldier’s
lack of capacity to evaluate long-term Armament Research and Development HUD and sensor systems, as well as a
issues like defence planning and military Establishment and introduced by the wrist-mounted palmtop GPS system
capabilities,” he says. “This is despite Ordnance Factory Board in the late that will be used to increase battlefield
the fact that civil servants maintain 1990s. This replacement has been awareness and act as a networked
considerable control of financing. plagued by usability problems, especially messaging system between battalions and
Bureaucrats focus on the process of cold arrest issues in high-altitude areas. their commanders. On top of all this, the
decision-making instead of the outcome.” As a result, the Indian Army has been army aims to reduce the overall weight
We picked through the tangle of forced to import 100,000 AK-47 rifles in carried by infantry soldiers by at least 50%.
F-INSAS data to compile everything 1995, which have proved more reliable in
we know about this troubled but extreme conditions. Home or away?
potentially revolutionary R&D project To replace the INSAS, the Indian Despite the hugely ambitious nature of
and its current status. Army wants to develop or acquire a this cutting-edge programme, F-INSAS
new modular, multicalibre suite of has seen little in the way of demonstrable
F-INSAS’ goals weapons. The primary weapon is progress since 2007. The multitude of
The overarching goals of the F-INSAS planned to be a rifle capable of firing armed forces modernisation programmes
programme, which took shape in 2007 5.56mm and 7.62mm ammunition with (many of which overlap in terms of
after several years of planning, combine a new 6.8mm underdevelopment. This objectives), combined with a lack of
a host of soldier-mounted technologies first stage alone will reportedly cost up official clarification from government
with the aim of creating a new to Rs250bn ($5 billion). sources, has created a spaghetti junction
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organisations such as the Ordnance
Factory Board and the Defence Research
and Development Organisation (DRDO)
rather than foreign defence contractors
India’s future soldier programme continues to be shrouded in secrecy.
from the US or Europe.
“Indian industry has demonstrated its “In 2006, India’s comptroller and auditor May 2011 that DRDO had developed an
capabilities in the fields of information general V N Kaul said that ‘Defence R&D Indian-made carbine called the Milap.
technology and other core sectors, is an area where accountability often This raises the question: if the Milap was
and the army expects it to achieve takes shelter under the policy of not developed for F-INSAS, what was it
excellence in defence technology, too,” self-reliance, and indigenisation becomes developed for?
said JJ Singh’s successor as chief of the a reason for delay... Accountability of In the case of the F-INSAS rifle, it is
army staff, Deepak Kapoor, in 2007. domestic R&D organisations needs to possible that the Indian Government will
Indeed, picture evidence from military be re-emphasised to enable better procure a large quantity of foreign-made
events seems to show that Indian assessment of return from investment. advanced rifles along with a license for
companies like Tata Advanced Materials Sensitising of the defence services to the Ordnance Factory Board to produce
and its subsidiary Nelco are working on the role of public audit is essential.’” further models. But why is media
various parts of F-INSAS equipment and speculation like this even necessary
accessories, from night vision goggles F-INSAS weapon development when official government reports should
and body armour to personal power packs. Discovering the company or organisation be providing reliable information?
It should be noted, however, that no that has been, or will be, tasked with Phillips says that a fear of hostile media
official confirmation of these contracts developing the F-INSAS programme’s attention provides a possible explanation
by either company or the government new weapons throws up roadblocks of to government secrecy.
has been published. its own. In September 2011, it was “Since the Bofors scandal and
reported that the Ordnance Factory especially after the Tehelka sting
Private sector excluded? Board’s Rifle Factory Ishapore (RFI) had operation, weapons procurement by
Phillips believes that the Indian developed a new rifle that would be the armed forces has attracted
Government’s insistence on eschewing going into production for F-INSAS in considerable media and political
private sector involvement in defence January 2012. Rumours suggested that attention,” he said. “Increasing numbers
procurement in favour of public the rifle was modular and incorporated of corruption investigations have
organisations such as DRDO is advanced components, possibly paralysed decision-making as officials
hampering its ability to get projects including a computer chip. However, no became increasingly fearful of getting
moving and remains a source of subsequent announcement has been embroiled in investigations and possible
inefficiency and confusion. made concerning this rifle or RFI’s litigation. This could explain the lack of
“Government policies towards claims of its imminent production. official information available. Corruption
private sector participation in the An announcement towards the end of allegations and media attention in this
defence industry prevent the 2011 seemed to cast further doubt on the vein could also explain why there is
emergence of a vibrant alternative to reported RFI rifle development, and indeed conflicting information about projects.”
state-run enterprises,” Phillips says. on whether the Indian Army’s next-gen Until the private sector or the Indian
“As a result, the Indian military is rifle would be developed in India at all. Government clarifies the details of any
beholden to the government-run DRDO, The Times of India and other Indian tenders or deals, observers around the
whose performance is a matter of sources reported at the beginning world are left to simply speculate on
debate and controversy. So although of December 2011 that the Indian the status of F-INSAS. The project
the military has large autonomy, it Government has put out global tenders for could be floundering or on the verge of
is nonetheless reliant on another F-INSAS assault rifles and CQB carbines. flourishing, but without more reliable
organisation to execute its plans in the The tender for a new carbine also and official information, it’s impossible
procurement area. conflicts confusingly with reports from to know for sure.
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based company FN Herstal has been adapted for increased range and accuracy for
designed, developed and sniper support or designated marksman roles. The FN
manufactured small-calibre firearms MINIMI 7.62 light machine gun combines the ergonomics
and associated products and handling characteristics of the famous FN MINIMI 5.56 –
using state-of-the-art the world’s most widely deployed 5.56mm machine gun –
technologies. Over the with the range and power of the 7.62 NATO cartridge. Fully
decades it has established tested and in full production, the combat-proven FN
itself as a leading supplier MINIMI 7.62 has been adopted by several armed
of light and portable weapons, forces across the globe.
integrated weapon systems and On the integrated weapon systems side, FN
ammunition to military and special The FN MINIMI 7.62 is used Herstal offers a range of complementary deFNder
forces operators worldwide. by forces across the world. remote weapon stations. These have been designed, developed
Recent years have been no different, and manufactured to meet the market requirements for machine
with FN Herstal launching a number of newly developed products. guns fitted onto new or existing vehicles or static platforms while
The FN SCAR family includes an assault rifle chambered in 5.56 ensuring full crew protection (see advertisement on opposite
or 7.62 calibre, a 40mm LV grenade launcher and a precision rifle. page). FN Herstal’s product portfolio also includes handguns,
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and is used by the most demanding combat units. Highly control systems and integrated weapon systems for air, land and
adaptable with two quickly interchangeable barrels (either short or sea applications.
standard), the weapon is lightweight, modular, ergonomic, accurate
and highly reliable in the harshest conditions.
Mounted under any FN SCAR assault rifle or as a stand-alone Further information
FN Herstal
launcher, the FN40GL grenade launcher provides increased www.fnherstal.com
capability to the user. The FN SCAR precision rifle, while retaining
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Virtually flawless
SYNERCO is a leading global supplier of air and land simulators, and advanced modelling
technologies. Eduard Cristea of the company’s sales team explains how it offers its defence
industry clients unrivalled flexibility, cost-efficiency and customer service.
Could you provide an overview of SYNERCO’s ‘synergy effect’ in every solution that we provide. This may
simulation products and services? encompass design and complete documentation for building
Eduard Cristea: SYNERCO is a partnership between the a training centre facility, a full financial package (buyer’s
Slovakia-based company Virtual Reality Media (VRM) and credit line) to cover the building costs and procurement of
US-based Aeronautical Systems Engineering (ASE), which simulators, or 24/7 on-site technical assistance for 12 months.
was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Switzerland.
With offices and production located in Europe and North Do you supply additional training?
America, we are delivering flexible, innovative and best- Before delivering our product the customer is more than
value simulators to a wider customer audience. welcome to stay with us and literally put their hands on the
Our air and land simulators for the civil and defence product. Complete training for instructors and maintenance
sectors include desktop trainers all the way up to full flight/ personnel is carried out during a factory acceptance test (FAT)
full mission simulators. Recently, a consortium comprising and another such programme is delivered after installation.
VRM, ASE and FTC developed and delivered a suite of Specifically tailored courses are provided for our customers on
simulators to the Afghan National Air Force under a contract demand. For example, training for terrain database modelling
from the US Army Simulator Procurement Office. These provides clients with the flexibility to create specific areas of
simulators include the Mi-17 flight training device (FTD), the interest while maintaining a high level of fidelity and consistency.
G222 flight training device, the G222 fuselage load trainer
(FLT) and a G222 basic aviation training device (BATD). How does the group go about collaborating
with its customers?
SYNERCO Group incorporates VRM, ASE and VRM Services. VRM
SYNERCO is sending a vital and ASE remain manufacturing sites and with a comprehensive
signal to customers that they net of local suppliers we can provide the best value for delivered
can expect complex solutions solutions. VRM Services is a newly established company,
dedicated to providing maintenance, modernisation and upgrade
to all their training needs. service support for SYNERCO products and third-party simulators.
We are sending a vital signal to customers that they can
What factors do you take into consideration expect complex solutions to all their training needs. We can
when developing these types of solutions for provide them with a high-fidelity, cost-effective product but
the defence sector? we can also take care of the simulators they have already
The defence sector has changed substantially in the past procured by modernising them or linking them together into
decade. The global financial crisis continues to negatively one theatre. In this way, SYNERCO Group is helping its
impact investment in US and Europe military budgets. customers in the most effective way.
Paradoxically, this may have a positive impact on the simulation
industry. In light of budget constraints and increased Looking ahead, how will SYNERCO continue
demand for high-level staff, the ability to train ground and to expand its services and customer support?
air personnel at tactical and mission level in a virtual Being small does not mean that we necessarily want to
battlefield environment is a plus for the simulation industry. become a big multinational company. The typical corporate
SYNERCO takes all these factors into account when hierarchy structure does not exist in our group; instead, we
developing simulation solutions for the defence sector. We have adopted a team-oriented structure that ensures greater
always see the ‘man behind the user’ and endeavour to internal flexibility. We cannot be present everywhere, but
provide solutions that are easy to operate, user friendly, we can remain close to our customers through our local
reliable throughout the simulator’s lifetime and, importantly, partners, creating consortiums where the know-how of each
are associated with low maintenance and consumption costs. member helps to design, manufacture and deliver the best-
value solutions to our customers.
What value-added services does SYNERCO provide?
We provide our customers with turnkey solutions and
comprehensive support during the lifecycle of the delivered Further information
SYNERCO
simulators. SYNERCO is committed to understanding the needs www.synerco.eu
of each customer, and our aim is to provide the maximum
Connectivity
is king
In today’s combat situations, staying
connected is crucial. Colonel (retired)
Buddy Carman, recently TRADOC
capability manager at Brigade Combat
Team Mission Command, explains how
the power of information through
network-enabled tactical
formations should be used to
improve survivability and
battle-effectiveness.
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nhancements in precision, have a presence on the ground to further exacerbated by the growing
long-range munitions and effectively control lines of costs for research and development as
improved intelligence, communication and set the conditions well as ever-increasing prices for
surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) for success. maintenance and sustainment.
technologies have deceived some into Asymmetric threats, such as Tactical mobility in this context
believing that nations don’t need to improvised explosive devices (IEDs), means drivetrain, speed,
focus on tactical ground forces. have become a prominent threat to manoeuvrability (on and off improved
However, despite the marvels of counter the technology overmatch that roads) and the ability to accomplish
innovative technologies of ‘fire and many nations have developed. As a tight turns in complex terrain.
forget’ missiles and unmanned aerial result, the need to balance protection Strategic mobility in this context is
systems (UAS) that allow remote- and mobility – both tactical and strategic reduction in weight and cubic volume
control combat, countries need to – has become more tenuous. This is to be able to transport tactical
vehicles rapidly by air or sea in the Network-enabled vehicles can share ■ ■ ruggedised computing hardware
minimum number of sorties. information more easily, providing ■ ■ software with an intuitive user
In addition to balancing protection common understanding with a interface that allows vehicle crew
against mobility, simplifying logistical wingman and other elements within a members to rapidly access
support and reducing costs, a critical unit, even when separated by complex necessary information
aspect of survivability and performance terrain. Access to sensor data, adjacent ■ ■ robust, capable, secure network
for armoured vehicles is integration into units and command nodes on a geo- transport that provides rapid
the network: the ability to leverage the referenced display provides a more access to data.
collective understanding of leaders useful, accessible format than just
through sharing situational awareness voice communication and a paper map. Network where you need it
and a common operating picture. Network-enabled combat vehicles One of the biggest challenges to
give leaders at every level the ability to date has been the availability and
A culture of networks ‘see’ the battlefield, share critical reliability of the network transport to
and digital natives information and act decisively in the provide this connectivity within
Just as the networking of computers has following ways. vehicle formations and to command
transformed how we communicate, ■■ See: friendly situational awareness nodes. Line-of-sight data radios
access data and conduct commerce over – know the position of friendly require significant network
the last 20 years, effective networking of forces in real time, geo-referenced management and have difficulty
tactical vehicles is transforming the way on the terrain, to understand maintaining linkages across the
we carry out combat operations and current status and avoid fratricide; distances and challenging terrain
other missions. Improvements in on-the- visualise reported and actual threat within which units must operate.
move technology will continue to locations to limit risk and to target. The traditional view of beyond-line-
enhance the effectiveness of armoured ■■ Share: enable simultaneous view of-sight, satellite networks has been
vehicles into the future. to all vehicles in the network of that it is either unaffordable or too
slow to be of value. ViaSat’s BFT2 and
C2/SA capabilities, for example,
One of the biggest challenges to date has provide a high-performance, rugged,
been the availability and reliability of the network secure network that brings the
network to armoured units where they
transport to provide connectivity within vehicle need it. Enhancements to the L-band
formations and to command nodes. waveform, a high-gain, rugged
transceiver, improved ground
infrastructure and certified
Soldiers entering the military today are friendly and enemy locations; transmission security provide a
‘digital natives’ – they have grown up leverage the network to ‘cue to reliable, affordable and fast solution.
with computing devices that are target’, enabling reconnaissance Tactical vehicles add value to
networked together. Our culture has elements to pass targets to assault dismounted operations through
trained them to be proficient in accessing forces seamlessly in real time; protection, mobility and extending the
and exploiting digital technology. disseminate updated mission network. The network connectivity is
Our view of armoured vehicle graphics, target locations and an enabler, much like training and
improvement needs to leverage this manoeuvre routes simultaneously effective leadership, to enhance
capability to add additional to every vehicle in the unit, as well mission success.
survivability and mission effectiveness. as provide images and sensor data Empowering soldiers with the
The network is not the solution, but it to refine targets. information they need, when they
is an enabler; an enhancement that ■■ Act: collaborate over the network need it, in a timely and useful format
improves performance. in real time; visualise the mission will improve unit effectiveness.
in real time, with running Digital natives that are entering
Information sharing estimates and automated cues to service in the armed forces today
“For the strength of the pack is the wolf, decision points. understand the power of connectivity
and the strength of the wolf is the pack,” and have a comfort level with digital
wrote Rudyard Kipling. Situational understanding gained information exchange.
Tactical vehicles do not operate alone. through networked vehicles can As we look to the future of tactical
Armoured vehicles move with a enhance mobility and protection as formations, providing connectivity will
wingman, as a section, or in small units. well as improve mission efficacy and be a combat multiplier that leaders
They depend on each other for reduce the fog of war. The components can use to improve performance and
overwatch and security. of a network enabled system include: mitigate risk.
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points
With an extensive product portfolio for military and special operations
forces around the globe, pewag is the specialist in innovative, reliable,
tried and tested solutions for even the toughest working conditions.
With more than 500 years’ experience, pewag is considered one
Lifting chains in the Austrian armed forces.
of the world’s most successful manufacturers of chain slings, lifting
points, lashing chains and traction chains. It was the world’s first for applications where the lifting point is needed only briefly and
manufacturer of a grade 12 chain system, and its multifaceted product is removed immediately after.
portfolio provides the most comprehensive chain system for lashing profilift alpha and beta and the weldable lifting point PLE hold
technology and load securing in the grade 10 category. Grade 10 the clevis in any position.
chains and suspensions have a load capacity that is 25% higher Traction chains are extremely important to ensure safety during
than that of grade 8 chains with the same chain weight or provide military missions, and are used mostly in muddy areas or wet
the same load capacity with a lower chain weight. pewag’s grade grasslands. Off-road tyres quickly clog up on this kind of terrain,
12 products achieve a load capacity up to 50% higher than grade 8. thus losing traction. A traction chain encompasses the tyre,
For military applications where safety and speed are of the essence, cleans it at every rotation and ensures that the operations vehicle
pewag’s lifting point profilift gamma is the ideal solution. The always has sufficient traction to keep moving. Of course, traction
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Vehicle
for growth The global armoured vehicles MRO market is expected to increase
at a CAGR of 5.68% to reach $7.1 billion by 2022, driven by factors
such as aging military equipment, and internal and external security
threats, Strategic Defence Intelligence analysis reveals.
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n 2012, the global armoured vehicles MRO (maintenance, repair and overhaul) market
was valued at $4.1 billion and this is expected to increase to $7.1 billion by 2022,
representing a CAGR of 5.68% during the forecast period (see Figure 1, page 58).
The demand for armoured vehicles MRO services is predicted to be driven by aging
military equipment worldwide, technological innovations in
the industry, internal and external security threats,
territorial disputes and modernisation initiatives
undertaken by armed forces
across the world.
Cumulatively, the global
market is expected to reach
a value of $57.6 billion
during the forecast period
and is expected to be
$ billion
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The armoured personnel carrier
(APC) MRO market is expected to 3 - 4.1 4.8 4.8 4.9 4.8 4.9 5.0 5.1 5.8 6.3 7.1
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Advanced mine
detection equipment
Schiebel’s mine detectors have been saving lives across the world for several decades.
Here, the company outlines what makes two of its signature products market leaders in this field.
F
ounded in 1951 in Austria, Schiebel has developed into equipment loads in remote areas with little, if any, logistic support.
a high-tech company well known across the world as a The MIMID is powered by four standard AA-size batteries. The
specialist in advanced mine detection equipment and recommended alkaline batteries provide around seven hours of
the revolutionary rotary wing UAV system CAMCOPTER S-100. operation. Similar rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries provide
Development of the AN-19/2 Mine Detecting Set for the approximately five hours. All recommended batteries are available
Swedish Army marked the company’s entry into the international worldwide as are suitable automatic chargers. Rechargeable
market. Further orders from various NATO countries followed, batteries last for at least one year if correctly used/charged.
strengthening Schiebel’s global market position. The MIMID can also be part of the standard equipment
The major breakthrough and global market leadership were issued with vehicles, like a first aid kit. Its design permits easy
achieved in 1991, when Schiebel won the contract for the operation by all personnel working in countries where mines are
AN-19/2 Mine Detecting Set, designated AN/PSS-12, as standard a constant threat to personal safety. Except in the case of its
equipment for the US Army. As a consequence, the company has
built an excellent international reputation for the development and The MIMID’s telescopic pole can be adjusted for
production of quality products for military and counter-mine use. use in upright, kneeling or prone positions.
use by military special forces, the MIMID is not intended to A system console is the operator interface, enabling the
replace the proven AN-19/2 Mine Detecting Set or ATMID user to quickly and easily set up and operate the system.
(all-terrain mine detector), but to supplement mine detection The marker system has eight spray nozzles per metre, plus
capability in the theatre. It provides all military and civilian two lane marker nozzles at the outer edges, and accurately
personnel with a practical and easy-to-use means of marks the location of targets and the scanned lanes.
enhancing safety in mined areas. Depending on the power sources available on the carrier
More than 5,000 MIMID detectors have been sold since vehicle, such as compressed air, electrical supply, hydraulic
1997. They are used by a number of armed forces, for supply and/or auxiliary drive, additional equipment, such as
example those of Israel and the US. paint pump, paint and water tanks, electric power generator
and air compressor, may be needed in order to operate the
The ATMID and the VAMIDS VAMIDS marker system.
The ATMID All Terrain Mine Detector, which is engineered The VAMIDS can be mounted on a variety of off-road
specifically to detect low-metal-content mines in all types vehicles, preferably on a medium-to-heavy MPV
of soils and terrain conditions, and the vehicle-based (mine-protected vehicle). The VAMIDS draw bed is mounted
search-and-mark system VAMIDS complete the product range on a rugged outrigger construction, which assures ground
of Schiebel mine detectors. The VAMIDS Vehicular Array Mine contact of the array in uneven terrain. The typical layout
Detection System is a versatile, cost-effective system which incorporates front arm(s) which can be moved both
can quickly locate mines on roads, tracks and in open country. horizontally and vertically and allow for the draw bed to be
The system is capable of operating at speeds of up to 10km/h turned around a vertical axis as required. Another option is a
while providing real-time detection. It is ideally suited to flat, rear arm, drawing a draw mat behind.
open terrain, including desert, steppe, grassland and bushland.
The segmented flexible array can be arrayed in 1m steps to
a maximum of 4m. Its control unit is housed in a watertight,
hardy case, with a 19in anti-vibration mounted military rack. Further information
Schiebel
It is ideal for vehicular operations and can withstand harsh www.schiebel.net
environmental conditions.
The E700XD is the portable/tactical weather radar of choice for the US military
including the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Air Force Special Operattions, The U.S. Marine
Corps and the U.S. Army. The reasons are clear:
• Flexible Mounting: the E700XD’s compact packaging allows for mounting in almost
any situation, including existing rooftops and towers.
• Retractable Masts, Rooftop, Platform, Tower, Vehicle and Custom Mounts Available.
• Easy to use WeatherScout® Radar Control Software on the Familiar Windows Plat-
form
Next-generation weather
radar technology
Warfighters around the world rely on advanced solutions provided by EWR Weather Radar.
President Don LaPoint and CEO Guy Blase explain how the company’s technology delivers
meteorological information in-theatre and meets the latest information assurance standards.
Could you please provide some background to withstand the rigours of front-line duty experienced by the US
EWR Weather Radar and its involvement in the Government’s military applications and commercial users.
defence industry? EWR’s E700XD incorporates Doppler technology in
Don LaPoint and Guy Blase: EWR Weather Radar has a compact, rugged and lightweight design that is ideal
successfully provided and sustained portable/tactical weather for portable applications, while the E700XD is ideal for
radar systems for the US Department of Defense (DoD), ‘gap-filling’ radar surveillance. EWR’s electronic phased
foreign militaries and commercial clients since its inception array radar (EMPAR) system uses dual polarisation to
in 2003. EWR’s heritage in developing and supporting provide meteorological weather radar data and target
portable radar systems, in conjunction with the company’s surveillance detection, while the company’s E750DP
dedication to the advancement of weather radar technology Polarimetric radar offers simultaneous dual polarisation.
with state-of-the-art products and services, has made it the
gold standard in portable weather radar systems. What kind of customer service do you provide?
EWR’s contractor logistical support encompasses full
Who are the primary end-users of your services programme management, engineering, integration, logistics,
within this sector? spares coordination, operational support, system software
EWR provides products and services to a wide array of and hardware modifications, and upgrades. The company
clients, including the US DoD, utility and oil companies, offers help desk support 24/7, 365 days a year and on-site
municipalities and first alert responders. repair teams are ready to deploy anywhere in the world.
Within the US DoD and foreign militaries, EWR’s primary EWR is the current incumbent on multiple logistical
end-users are warfighters, domestically and internationally, support projects and maintains 90−95% operational
in some of the most difficult military theatres around the availability within its performance-based contracts.
world. Weather-sensitive operations rely on EWR’s radar to
deliver accurate, real-time meteorological information. What distinguishes EWR from its competitors?
EWR is an established and recognised domestic and
What challenges do these operatives face and how international brand with a proven record of excellence in
do EWR’s weather radar systems meet their needs? executing federal contracts. As an industry leader in portable
EWR’s product offerings are all commercial off-the-shelf weather radars, it is strategically aligned with academia,
(COTS) items; however, the company has the capability to industry partners in the weather community and the world’s
fine-tune weather radars to meet specific client needs. leading weather radar engineers, many of whom serve on
Many of EWR’s military clientele must ensure that EWR’s advisory board.
all radar controls comply with guidelines issued by the EWR has demonstrated its breadth of knowledge of market
Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA). EWR has demand through its newest commercial offerings, including
consistently achieved and maintained information its phased array radar, E750 Polarimetric radar, turnkey
assurance standards, and all controls are in compliance Mobile Weather Radar Truck, and EWR WeatherScout 3.0
with the DoD information assurance certification and software with Hybrid Pulse technology.
accreditation process (DIACAP). As an industry partner in the field of collaborative adaptive
EWR consistently provides a secure environment for its sensing of the atmosphere (CASA) in association with
radars by evaluating and disseminating time compliance several universities worldwide, EWR continues to remain
network order (TCNO) updates, performing monthly security ahead of market demand through the creation of intellectual
scans, and updating EWR’s operating systems and property licenses created by the minds of tomorrow for radar
proprietary application software to meet security protocols. technology today.
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and provide real-time data on their movements. programmes. Firms engaged in selling goods to the US
The tracking and tracing of containers and trailers is no apply for the certification, or become certified if they are
longer a choice but a necessity. This applies to commercial controlled by a US C-TPAT-compliant firm, or are included
supply chains, as well as to the transportation of military in a related party importer’s approved C-TPAT supply chain
or diplomatic cargo. National security is also an issue, as security profile that requires invitation from the US buyer.
relatively few containers entering the US or EU are The Smart and Secure Trade Lanes (SSTL) initiative,
inspected. It is paramount for good practice and security which is the most comprehensive regulation so far, from
reasons to monitor containers from loading to unloading, point of origin to point of destination, across multiple
and to have information about the contents of the cargo global trade lanes and transportation modes, is a global
even before the container is loaded onto the vessel – just network based on the US Department of Defense’s Total
as there is a need for the tracking and knowledge of the Asset Visibility Network, deployed in 40 countries and 750
eventual transshipment. checkpoints. It requires three fundamental capabilities:
As many as 96% of all US imports are by sea, arriving 1. capturing, storing, monitoring and transmitting
at a rate of approximately 17,000 containers per day essential data associated with ocean-containerised
(6 million per year). Of those, only 2% are physically cargo, including but not limited to: line item manifest
inspected. In addition, 13 million lorries and railcars cross data, container identification, sealing, shipper,
into the US via the Canadian or Mexican borders per year. consignee, booking, route planning, physical status,
Well documented is the volume of drugs illegally location, origin and bill of lading
smuggled into the US via containers destined for the US 2. making the container smart with automated
which were intercepted en route. anti-intrusion and tracking sensor systems, physical
integrity, status of container, route planning, deviations
physically inspected. Certainly, container tracking needs standards, and much has
been talked, discussed and printed about it. However, arguably,
In Europe there have also been incidents of containers the current standards do not adequately cover the inherent
bound for EU ports in Northern Europe, having been and actual risks associated with container transportation
loaded in EU ports in the Mediterranean, with Customs and there is still reluctance in the shipping industry to
believing that the shipments have been checked and are absorb and implement the benefits of modern technology.
secure; what they don’t know is that some goods in a In the case of a military supply chain, tracking
container were changed when the ship passed through a regulations fall under the control of military logistics
North African port. departments and authorities. Hence, we could assume
that cargo monitoring is at its best. But is it? Tens of
Current regulations governing containers thousands of containers per year remain unaccounted for
In the US, a 24-hour advance manifest rule (AMR) is the in military deployments and, more importantly, without a
tool used to officially inform the Customs and Border proper e-container tracking system, our combatants may
Protection (CBP) of the contents of a container 24 hours suffer the consequences of improper logistics and not be
before it is loaded onto a US-bound ship. as well protected as they should be.
Also in the US, C-TPAT-certified firms are those with Solutions may come more from the tracking and
green lane access, fewer inspections and lower-risk scores monitoring of containers, as opposed to the securing of
Tracking positions of a truck travelling from Holland to Afghanistan. Tracking positions of a container loaded on a ship from Italy to China.
RFID technologies vs GPS/GSM Satellite signals are not as susceptible to this type of
The latest trend in tracking is the use of RFID (radio usage. The antenna in the container tracking device is
frequency identification) technologies but this requires tuned to the correct frequency range and constantly picks
the acquisition of a costly infrastructure of porticos and up signals from the satellite. The modem understands
hardware, fixed sites and hand-held transceivers, people the message protocol and answers; information is then
to use them, training and maintenance. transferred between the container tracking device and
In the case of GPS, satellite costs are limited to the the satellite and, because of the constant communication
cost of message traffic since the rest of the service is between them, message protocol must be properly
provided by the vendors, making it a much less expensive understood in order to be deciphered and trigger a device.
business proposition, especially when compared to The mere presence of a signal is not enough.
infrastructure, maintenance, hand-held readers, personnel Using only RFID technology is, in Zenatek’s opinion,
costs and so on. inadequate to meet all the requirements of global
container security. It is hard to understand why big
retailers and industry giants seem to prefer it over GPS/
Using only RFID technology is, GSM systems. However, the tide seems to be turning, and
in Zenatek’s opinion, inadequate the more one knows or learns about global supply chain
security, either military or commercial, the more these
to meet all the requirements of giants will have to accept that the future is not RFID but a
global container security. combination of satellite, cellular and wireless technologies,
at an affordable price.
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In 2014, the bulk of US and NATO security forces will withdraw from Afghanistan, leaving their
Afghan counterparts in charge not only of security, but also of logistics. Elly Earls meets
Major General Mark Brown of US CENTCOM to find out if Afghan security personnel are ready.
B
y the end of 2014, 13 years after the corner” in Afghanistan, he said in you consider that this needs to be
they first arrived, US and NATO September 2012, adding that Afghan achieved in the next two years.
troops will officially withdraw security forces have been successfully
from Afghanistan. In September 2012, built up to enable them to take the lead Procurement process transition
33,000 additional US troops that in maintaining security for large sections Enter Joint Theatre Support Contracting
President Barack Obama ordered to the of the country. Command, the department of US
war-torn nation to counter Taliban But Afghan forces will not only have CENTCOM that conducts contracting,
attacks left, leaving 68,000 US troops to ensure that their soldiers on the supports warfighters in Operation
(part of a NATO force of more than ground are capable of preserving order. Enduring Freedom (OEF) and is currently
100,000) in Afghanistan. The bulk of “To provide security and peace for committed to ensuring a smooth transition
these will be withdrawn over the coming our people, we have to get the right from the Afghan security forces’ current
two years, leaving only a ‘light footprint’ logistics at the right place, at the right dependence on coalition forces to near
of roughly 10,000 American troops to time,” said Lieutenant General Abdul self-sufficiency when it comes to logistics.
pursue counter-terrorism efforts – and Hamid Mohebullah, Afghanistan’s “Currently our engagement has been
train and advise Afghan security forces. Assistant Defence Minister for with International Security Assistance
The hope is that by the end of 2014, Acquisition, Technology and Logistics, Forces (ISAF) and United States Forces –
Afghan personnel will be able to take in September 2012. Afghanistan (USFOR-A),” says Major
responsibility for the security of their However, implementing a robust and General Mark Brown, commanding general
own country. And, according to US efficient logistics strategy that can be of Joint Theater Support Contracting
Defence Secretary Leon Panetta, this is operated without the help of coalition Command, US CENTCOM. “However, as
more than achievable. “We have turned forces is no mean feat, especially when the coalition transitions security to the
© US CENTCOM
be leaving the Afghans to fend for among multinational partners is therefore several million dollars of military
themselves. Indeed, Panetta has absolutely crucial, and could improve the procurement have already been
described the 10,000 American troops effective and efficient use of contracts transitioned to ANSF procurement
that will remain behind as ‘an enduring and contractors during contingencies, organisations. Examples of contracts
presence’. For Brown, this means that an particularly if it complies with regulation, that have already been awarded by the
integrated logistics strategy, encompassing leverages best practices and incorporates Afghans include:
many multinational partners, is still lessons learned along the way. ■■ construction of a medical building
essential during contingencies. “To this end, my organisation has ($1.1 million)
“We, the military community, need to already established integration cells ■■ spare parts for light tactical vehicles
transform our capability to fully leverage, (ICs), along with a requirements ($3.1 million)
integrate and administer strong acceptance process to ensure contract ■■ computer hardware ($2.4 million)
contracted support during contingencies,” workload goes to the organisation best ■■ generators ($4 million)
he notes. “Without an integrated strategy, equipped to handle the requirement,” ■■ hospital renovation and facilities
operational contracting support (OCS) Brown notes. “Currently we are initiating maintenance ($5.9 million).
will not achieve its objective and will the planning for an overall OCS structure
likely have a negative impact on unity to ensure our logistics strategy runs So, progress is clearly being made on
of effort, moral and management of smoothly. The challenge is to gather all all fronts. Not only are the Afghan security
contracted capabilities. the numerous organisations that have forces already taking responsibility for
“This will decrease our effectiveness an involvement in OCS, come to an part of their logistics strategy; coalition
and increase cost by escalating the agreement, and then implement the forces are well on the way to laying out
number of contractors in theatre, resulting optimum process.” effective logistics contingency processes.
expanding force protection requirements, Despite the challenges Joint Theater Looking forward, balance between US
stressing infrastructure and generating Support Contracting Command will face and Afghan strategies as well as local and
unproductive competition for limited in implementing this process, Brown is international procurement processes will
resources within the area of operations.” confident it will be in place by 2014. be key to ensuring that military logistics
A unifying strategy for aligning OCS Moreover, he is keen to emphasise that is as robust and effective as possible.
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Weather continues to be an important factor in military radar networks, satellites and meteorological modelling. In
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Holistic logistics
Increasing numbers of defence sector organisations are using IT-powered solutions
developed by New Breed Logistics to transform their supply chains into agile tools
generating actionable data that form the basis for intelligent decision-making.
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ew Breed Logistics has been servicing the Similarly, New Breed’s transportation management services
requirements of the defence sector since shortly enable defence sector clients to maximise customer service
after the company’s founding in 1968, with a levels while minimising transport costs. Transportation
primary focus on the aerospace manufacturing industry. professionals make use of sophisticated software applications
While this remains a focus today in the shape of service to move products in the most cost-effective way while still
parts, manufacturing support, planning, procurement, and meeting expected service and quality levels. Furthermore,
transportation management for organisations such as network analysis based on demand history helps clients
Boeing, Bombardier, Honeywell, Pratt & Whitney, Sikorsky, optimise depot locations to provide additional cost savings.
UTC Aerospace Systems and Woodward, the company’s With a deep focus on quality that incorporates everything
service offerings have expanded to include branches of from technology design and implementation to ongoing
the US military, Department of Defense (DoD) and Defense management of operations, New Breed is the first US-based
Logistics Agency (DLA) as well as military vehicle logistics company to achieve ISO/IEC 20000 certification,
manufacturers such as Navistar Defense. the international standard for IT service management. The
New Breed’s IT-powered solutions meet the rapidly company already holds AS 9100 & 9120, ISO 9001, TL 9000,
changing requirements of these manufacturers and and ISO 14001 certification.
organisations while maintaining the highest levels of
quality, accuracy and speed of response. New Breed’s Business ownership
proven pre-integrated systems and modular processes can New Breed differs from other logistics organisations serving
be deployed anywhere in the world with minimal start-up the defence sector in that it examines a client’s supply
time, while providing rapid time-to-value for its clients. chains holistically, identifying areas for improvement,
New Breed’s unique approach has dramatically improved bottle necks, cost drivers, and service level and quality
the readiness posture of the US Marine Corps while at constraints and developing solutions to solve them.
the same time reducing its investment in inventory. Where other providers seek to perform the same task for
The company’s quality execution in support of Boeing’s fractionally lower costs, or seek incremental service level
rotorcraft operations has helped drive down manufacturing enhancements, New Breed strives to solve fundamental
times for CH-47 helicopters as well as providing worldwide challenges on behalf of its clients, transforming their supply
aircraft-on-ground emergency service parts distribution for all chains into agile, responsive tools generating actionable
international military customers operating Boeing’s aircraft. data that forms the basis for intelligent decision-making.
These services on behalf of Boeing have earned New Breed This entrepreneurial approach is based on the belief that
a ‘Supplier of the Year’ award as well as five consecutive helping clients to grow their businesses is the best way for
‘Performance Excellence’ awards. New Breed to thrive. In the defence sector, where potential
customers are few and the risk associated with poor service
New Breed Logistics’ proven levels is high, this ‘business ownership’ approach has
proven to build strong partnerships between New Breed
pre-integrated systems and and its clients.
modular processes can be As New Breed increases its suite of service offerings
on behalf of the defence sector, the company is also
deployed anywhere in the world expanding its geographic footprint, as well as the variety
with minimal start-up time. of defence sector organisations it services. Additional
defence sector support operations in Europe, Asia and
Key service offerings other geographies are on the horizon, as are value-adding
Key to New Breed’s comprehensive service offering for the services related to maintenance, repair and overhaul
defence sector are its demand planning, inventory management (MRO) and other initiatives.
and acquisition services. These services take historical data,
combined with client collaboration on upcoming initiatives (such
as product introductions or fleet upgrades), market research
and predictive analyses, to accurately plan for appropriate Further information
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inventory stocking levels, thus ensuring that ‘stock outs’ do not www.newbreed.com
impact service levels while minimising inventory investment.
Could you provide an overview of Carl Stahl’s Carl Stahl also offers periodic
rope and lifting equipment?
Oliver Hommel: Carl Stahl started out in 1880 as a small
inspections and repair services
rope maker specialising in agricultural products and for all lifting equipment used by
serving only local customers. Today, the company offers a the Germany armed forces.
wide range of high-quality lifting equipment featuring
well-known manufacturers including RUD, SpanSet,
HiForce and ABUS, as well as all standard products Through your partnership with the Bundeswehr,
required for lifting or lashing goods. Our range includes: what have you identified as the most pressing
■■ wall jib cranes safety demands facing the armed forces?
■■ pillar jib or overhead cranes The German armed forces have very high safety standards.
■■ powered lifting equipment Carl Stahl, with its high-quality products and tight
■■ manual lifting equipment such as winches, pulling distribution network within Germany, is the ideal partner.
machines, chain blocks and lever hoists Take cargo handling for example; the Bundeswehr places
■■ load suspension equipment including lifting beams, great value on safe load transport and Carl Stahl serves
lifting forks, C-hooks and grabs, chain, wire rope and them with specially designed load-suspension equipment
round slings for tanks or helicopters, as well as simple camouflage-coloured
■■ steel wire ropes and special crane ropes ratchet straps. Ratchet straps may be only a small element
■■ personal protective equipment in terms of cost, but are very important when it comes to
■■ hydraulics including lifting and transport devices the safe transportation of expensive equipment.
■■ pallet trucks and load lashing. Carl Stahl also offers periodic inspections and repair
services for all lifting equipment used by the German
With its international experience, Carl Stahl is an ideal armed forces. In addition, the company is a leading
partner for the defence industry, not only in terms of provider of wire ropes for every kind of use. In one
instance the German Bundeswehr experienced serious sector is just part of our coordinated effort to increase our
problems with the wire ropes on its wreckers. After direct sales. Besides that, we are able to serve markets, customers
contact with the technical personnel we delivered the or target groups like the defence industry in all other
suitable wire rope for this application. Now they are able countries where we do not have subsidiaries.
to achieve more lifting capacity from the wreckers.
What education and training does Carl Stahl The Carl Stahl Academy offers
offer its customers? training and seminars in theory
Located at our company headquarters in Suessen, the Carl
Stahl Academy offers German-speaking training and
and practice for many different
seminars in theory and practice for many different fields, fields, from cargo lashing to the
from cargo lashing to the safe use of lifting equipment. safe use of lifting equipment.
Training is also carried out at five other German
subsidiaries and by demand at customers’ locations.
The academy is ISO 9001:2008-certified and welcomes Are there any plans to ramp up your defence
more than 1,000 participants every year. Our renowned section in the near future?
instructors come from technical and industrial practices, Defence budgets in Germany and worldwide have been
ensuring a high level of teaching at our academy. Our UK cut over recent years and we are not concentrating our
subsidiary, Carl Stahl Evita, also offers a wide range of sales targets on the defence industry as a growth market.
English-speaking training courses on a global basis. Nevertheless, we will continue to serve this sector as it
includes a lot of important customers, who we have been
Carl Stahl has significant global coverage through cooperating with for many years.
its subsidiaries. In what other countries are you There will be no special effort from our side to further
present and serving the defence industry? develop the defence industry market as we do not expect
Carl Stahl is located in 19 countries all over the globe in a significant increase in sales in this sector.
order to get as close as possible to our customers. As
mentioned before, there is no special focus on the defence
industry, so all of our 60 subsidiaries worldwide cooperate
with this sector to a certain extent. Our main goal is to Further information
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develop the local markets in these countries on a broad basis www.carlstahl.com
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The all new 45 knots, 27 m fast multi-role patrol vessel in action,
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Compact, efficient and flexible, for medium range surveillance and protection.
Extreme area coverage and endurance for control of asymmetric threats, in a flottila configuration.
The German Navy’s F125 frigate could be sent to sea in early 2017, and won’t return to its
home port for up to two years. Elly Earls meets Commander Andreas Jedlicka to find
out how the next-generation vessel’s long deployment time, as well as its varied operational
requirements, have impacted everything from crew structure to weapon specifications.
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he first of the German Navy’s surveillance and scouting to gunfire Breaking with tradition
F125 frigates could be support for ground operations. Traditionally, ships of this kind have
mission-ready by early 2017 Consequently, the versatile vessel operated a ‘one ship, one crew’ policy,
and is unlike anything commissioned by differs from its predecessors in several allowing naval soldiers to quickly
the country’s naval forces before. Not ways: significantly reduced crew become familiar with their specific
only will this new class of ship have the numbers and a different crew structure; vessel’s systems and procedures,
capability to be deployed worldwide for increased minimal maintenance as well as cultivating a strong team
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up to two years before returning to its requirements; weapon and sensor spirit. With the F125 frigate, the
home base in Wilhelmshaven, it will systems suited to close-range, rather German Navy has broken with this
also be able to carry out an enormous than long-distance, combat; and long-time tradition in order to increase
variety of national and international improved support capabilities for deployment time and make better use
assignments − everything from special forces teams. of its expensive equipment.
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one year in deployment, except for the
fact that a crew would never accept
such a long absence from home.”
On the F125 frigate, however, this will
no longer be a problem; there will be
eight crews for four frigates and crews
will be changed every four months in
theatre. So, how has this culture shift
impacted the design of the German
The F125 will feature weapons and sensor systems suited to close-range combat.
Navy’s latest frigate?
“First and foremost, the regular in future we intend to create this deal with a huge number of modern
changes of crews in theatre have a identification with regard to the type scenarios, including asymmetric threats,
significant impact on standardisation of ship you are serving for – in this which are different in nature to those
and information flow requirements for case the F125 – and new identification that older ships tended to encounter.
regular workflow onboard, and linked features linked to the crew you belong Therefore, dual redundancy has lost
to necessary home-based support,” to for two to four years.” some of its importance when compared
Jedlicka notes. This feeling of identification with the with the F123 and F124 frigates.
In other words, everything needs to ship itself will largely be achieved through “Operational requirements for the
be exactly the same on each of the four simulation (the German Navy will have F125 state only that it should, up to a
frigates to ensure that every F125 crew a replica of both the operations centre certain degree of damage, be able to
member feels equally comfortable, no and the technical part of the ship in complete the actual engagement in
matter which ship they are working on. Wilhelmshaven, where training will take support of its own mission and then
“In addition, to avoid an increase of place), while identification with the crew be able to return to a support base in
overall personnel required, the ship’s will be fostered through working closely theatre,” Jedlicka explains.
crew is limited to 120,” Jedlicka adds. together for months, even years, at a time. While traditional scenarios at sea
“This has led to specific design “You will always work with the same could have involved fighting that lasted
requirements for information support people and this will give you a similar for months on end, that situation simply
systems, satellite communications and identification that you would get now isn’t likely today.
a significantly higher degree of on a ship,” Jedlicka remarks. “Crews “Asymmetric threats are more
automation on board.” will even have their own office and common in this environment,” says
Jedlicka. “So you might have an attack
on the ship, but it’s not going to go
With the F125 frigate, the German Navy has on for months. Moreover, if you are
broken with the ‘one ship, one crew’ policy in opposing non-regular naval forces,
they are also unable to stay at sea for
order to increase deployment time and make long periods of time.”
better use of its expensive equipment. So, the ship will be fitted with the
necessary redundancy to ensure it can
fulfil its current task, but it would then
Training procedures will also have to housing areas where they live and train be expected to return to a support base
evolve significantly to accommodate together in Wilhelmshaven when they for repairs.
this change in naval culture and ensure are not on the ship.” “We have redundancy on board
that each sailor identifies strongly with for the command post and the
the F125 frigate. Close combat: equipped for communications systems because it is
“This is the most difficult part of this modern naval warfare essential to be able to communicate
new way of making use of ships,” It’s not only the F125’s impressive with everyone and have your internal
Jedlicka believes. “The ship-to-crew deployment time that sets it apart from procedures working,” Jedlicka notes.
link has traditionally been one principal its predecessors; the German Navy’s “But we don’t have redundancy for
element of identification for a sailor, so new frigate has also been designed to weaponry and sensors.”
Aerospace Magnetometer
The F125 weapon system, too, is But it’s the four combat boats that asymmetric threat to the frigate,”
tailored to counter modern asymmetric will also be found onboard the F125 Jedlicka explains.
threats. While the vessel will house that Jedlicka is most excited about. Moreover, the F125 vessel is designed
long-range weapons such as a “This is a really new thing, which to support up to 50 members of the
127mm/64 lightweight naval gun, changes a lot,” he emphasises. “If you special forces, as well as their
which can fire up to 35 rounds a have pirates in a small boat with equipment onboard.
minute and hit targets over 100km hand-held weapons systems, they “This naval platform provides a
away, the majority of its weapons are can inflict a lot of damage to a very unique facility to offer support in
ideal for much closer combat. expensive ship. So we decided that transport, logistics, communications
and command facilities to special forces
deployment,” Jedlicka confirms.
The day the F125 frigate sets sail on its Of course, there is much work still
first deployment will mark the beginning of a to be done to ensure the F125 frigate
new era for the German Navy. meets its planned deployment date of
Spring 2017. Not only do new training
procedures need to be established and
“This ship is not about using the if we needed to investigate contacts, tested at the vessel’s future home base
most modern technology; the idea we should do so in a small ship.” in Wilhelmshaven, but the ship itself,
was to use what we have and focus The German Navy has therefore which should be ready by early 2016,
more on close-in weapon systems and designed a small combat ship to carry must go on a year-long test run to
the protection of the ship,” Jedlicka out four roles: rescue and transport, ensure everything operates as it is
notes. “That’s why you find lots of boarding, escort and special forces use. designed to do.
small gun calibres that give you a real “You put a team of 16−20 highly If all goes to plan, however, the day
advantage against small boats. These trained personnel equipped with small the F125 frigate sets sail on its first
are perfect for the scenarios we have weapons in these boats and you can deployment will mark the beginning
now in Africa with pirates.” fulfil your task without having an of a new era for the German Navy.
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With joint military operations de rigueur, it is crucial for coalition forces to have secure
interoperable communications infrastructure in place, notably software defined radio.
Mark Brierley speaks to Philippe Margot of the European Secure Software Defined
Radio programme to find out how six European partners are making this a reality.
T
he European Secure Software What are the main objectives On the one hand, there is a focus on
Defined Radio (ESSOR) of the ESSOR programme? architecture. On the other, it’s a
programme aims to provide The ESSOR programme was launched European initiative to improve the
the architecture of Software Defined around four years ago and involves six know-how of the industries involved.
Radio (SDR) for the militaries of the participating nations. The main goal is We consider security and
six participating European nations, to provide a basis for the development interoperabilty to be the major topics
but also for other coalition partners. and production of software defined of this programme. The expectation is
Additionally, it plans to provide a radio products in Europe within the that we improve interoperability
military high-data waveform, which timeframe of 2011–15. between our European partners, and
allows for the production of software
radios featuring common security,
interoperability and reconfigurability The main goal is to provide a basis for the
among European armed forces. development and production of software
ESSOR programme manager Philippe
Margot tells Mark Brierley how the
defined radio products in Europe within the
project is progressing. timeframe of 2011–15.
ensure
that the
interoperability
criteria are met.
The contract
concludes at the ESSOR national champions
end of 2014. Each of the six ESSOR nations has put forward an indigenous telecommunications
industry leader to develop the SDR architecture, known as the ‘national champion’:
Position of strength
Next-generation positioning, communications and software solutions from Trimble, a
world-renowned provider of advanced navigation systems, are pushing the boundaries
of integrated GNSS technology within the defence and unmanned vehicle segment.
What advances have you observed across the With software upgradable configurations, our customers
GNSS field in recent years? How has Trimble have the flexibility to integrate a single version of hardware
adapted its services accordingly? in their design and upgrade to the configuration of their
Akshay Bandiwdekar: The GNSS (global navigation choice. Various software upgrade options like choice of
satellite system) industry is continuously evolving, GNSS constellation, frequencies, varying positioning modes
both in terms of technology and its user base. With the with different levels of accuracy and output choices offer
development of multiple GNSS constellations like GPS, the freedom to test different versions in the field with the
GLONASS, Galileo, COMPASS, IRNSS and QZSS, GNSS help of simple upgrade passwords. Positioning modes range
receiver technology is taking into account the need of from the very precise 1cm-level RTK to decimetre-level
support for multiple constellations, keeping in mind the global differential GNSS augmentation, 2–3 decimetre
distinct requirements for each regional user segment. differential GNSS and metre-level autonomous positioning.
The support for multiple GNSS constellations in GNSS
receiver design is a trend that we have witnessed in Trimble’s range of GNSS
the last few years, as more and more regional satellite
navigation systems continue to be developed. Additional receiver modules and rugged
technologies like real-time kinematic (RTK) systems and box solutions offer the best of
global differential GNSS positioning are continuously trying
to raise the bar for receiver positioning and performance in
GNSS RTK technology in small
unique applications. RTK positioning, traditionally prevalent and robust form factors.
in the construction, agriculture and survey industries, has
begun to be incorporated into applications in industries While Trimble continues to invest in core positioning
such as defence, unmanned vehicles, robotics, marine, technology, factors such as ease of integration for customers,
mining, ports and container logistics. sensor fusion concepts, and the use of traditional positioning
GNSS positioning has traditionally been viewed as a technology with communication and cloud-based tools
stand-alone positioning technology, but with the recent like Ethernet, Wi-Fi and cellular are all factors that are
advancements in sensor fusion, inertial, communication, contributing to the company’s next-generation products.
photogrammetric and altitude sensors are increasingly With the launch of the Trimble BD920-W3G – the industry’s
being used in conjunction with GNSS receivers. These first OEM GNSS receiver module with onboard 3G modem,
different sensors complement each other and function in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth communications – Trimble remains
such a way that the degradation of performance suffered committed to providing its customers with the latest
by one in a particular environment is often offset by the technology in a smart package for ease of integration.
superior performance of another in the same environment.
Trimble has always been committed to supporting the In the military/unmanned vehicle segment, what
growing regional and global satellite navigation systems, do you see as the potential applications that are
and offers products and services to help our customers able to integrate moving baseline RTK technology?
increase their productivity Moving baseline GNSS technology primarily offers two
important solutions: a very accurate 1cm-level vector
Could you provide an overview of Trimble’s measurement, and accurate static and dynamic attitude
RTK solutions? What factors were taken into (heading, roll, and pitch) with the help of multiple GNSS
consideration during their development? receivers and wireless links. This combination serves as a
Trimble uses positioning, communications and software powerful solution in the defence and unmanned vehicle
technologies to improve productivity for customers and industry with potential applications such as:
businesses. Trimble’s integrated technologies division ■ ■ autonomous landing
offers navigation and communication products for original ■ ■ autonomous mid-air refuelling
equipment manufacturers (OEM) and systems integrators. ■ ■ precise formation flying
Our range of GNSS receiver modules and rugged box ■ ■ robotic sensor swarms
solutions offer the best of GNSS RTK technology in small ■ ■ waypoint navigation
and robust form factors. ■ ■ battlefield ISR.
These applications are not limited to the aerial domain, and latency, distance between receivers, line of sight and
can be applied to the marine as well as land segments. Civilian obstructions are often considered when making this choice.
applications such as disaster management, pipeline and asset
monitoring, precision agriculture, marine and offshore research, How does Trimble go about supporting its
media and entertainment, border patrol and homeland security military and defence clients in this area?
are some of the instances where RTK technology can be Is there a particularly salient case study that
applied. Moving baseline RTK technology can also be used for you would like to mention?
precise heading and attitude determination when two or more Trimble is a trusted supplier for US and allied military
receiver antennas are mounted on the same vehicle platform. GPS users worldwide. Our goal is to provide our defence
clients with world-class GNSS positioning technology in
What wireless communication links does an easy-to-integrate form factor, so that while we focus on
RTK support? the technology, they can focus on end user productivity.
RTK works by sending satellite observation data and other As mentioned earlier, a lot of potential military applications
information from the base station GNSS receiver to a rover – autonomous landing/refuelling, precise formation flying,
GNSS receiver on which RTK differential algorithms sensor UAV swarms and battlefield ISR –are possible with
calculate for the precise vector between the antennas of the help of Trimble’s moving baseline RTK Technology. The
the two receivers. The information from the base to the use of this innovative technology offers clients a unique
rover is normally sent over a communication link such as advantage over regular GPS receivers in these specific
VHF/UHF radio, Wi-Fi, Ethernet or cellular (GSM, 3G). applications. Furthermore, advancements in RTK and inertial
While Wi-Fi and Ethernet communication can be used technology will let military systems integrators develop
for short baseline distances between the receivers doing highly customised military and civilian applications.
RTK, radio and cellular communication is often used when
the distances range from a few to tens of kilometres. The
choice of communication link often plays an important Further information
Trimble
factor in the overall performance of RTK positioning. www.trimble.com/gnss-inertial
Factors such as region-specific radio certification, link
Manpack
distinguishes between voice and data communication, while the
optional modem caters for automatic repeat requests (ARQ). The
radio includes standard waveforms that conform to NATO and US
The Leopard is a compact, rugged and lightweight multiband military standards, allowing interoperability with other systems.
tactical military radio that offers uncompromised communication
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