Cassidian Acquires Cyber Expert Arkoon Network Security
Cassidian CyberSecurity signed an agreement to become the main shareholder of Arkoon Network Security, one of the recognised major European players in network security, information systems protection and data confidentiality. Following the acquisition of Netasq on 16 November 2012, the acquisition of Arkoon Network Security represents a new strategic step in...
BAE Systems Cross Domain Capabilities For Defense Intelligence
BAE Systems today announced that the U.S cyber networks are under constant attack by terrorists, spies and hacktivists
MEADS Sensor Successful In Test, Tracks And Relays Aircratf's Location
A Medium Extended Air Defense System (MEADS) Low Frequency Sensor has proven its ability to cue the Multifunction Fire Control Radar (MFCR) in a test. During the demonstration, the UHF Low Frequency Sensor acquired and tracked a small test aircraft and relayed its location to the MEADS Battle Manager, which generated...
HGH Systems Introduces New Wide Area Surveillance Camera
HGH Infrared Systems, a global provider of 360 degree thermal imaging systems, has announced the debut of their new high resolution system for Wide Area Surveillance. The new camera, the Spynel-S, features a new look and a longer detection range, displaying panoramic thermal images with an impressive resolution up to
SELEX, AEL To Help Brazil Develop M-scan radar for KC-390
Selex ES and AEL Sistemas to collaborate on support and development of Airborne Radar Technologies in Brazil. The two sides signed a memorandum of understanding at the LAAD defense and security show, reflecting the progress they are making towards formation of a joint venture aimed at tackling Brazilian and regional radar...
Rockwell Collins To Provide Talon Radios For Brazilian Army Aircraft
Rockwell Collins has been selected by the Brazilian Army Aviation Command to provide its Talon radio for a variety of rotary aircraft. “The Talon radio is the standard for enabling secure air-to-ground communications and will enhance mission capability for the Brazilian Army,” said Thierry Tosi, vice president and managing director of the Americas for Rockwell Collins
Selex Downsizing; 200 Products, 25 Worksites in Italy, UK to Be Cut
The Management of Selex ES, a Finmeccanica company, met on April 5 with National Trade Unions to illustrate the reorganisation plan of the Company. Among these is the rationalisation of the portfolio of products, cutting them down to 350 from the current 550, focusing investments on those technologies able to better meet market requirements
Camero To Display XAVER Series At LAAD
Camero announces its award of a tender to supply XAVER 400 Tactical Through-Wall Imaging systems to the Special Forces units of a South American army, adding another country to the 25 others already using these systems. The company will display its well known world leading XAVER 400 at LAAD
Cobham To Provide Cost-Effective HD Video Surveillance Solutions To Brazil
Cobhams Brazilian subsidiary has secured its first major contract to equip State Police helicopters with High Definition (HD) video surveillance downlinks which will be used on helicopters in 12 cities during the 2013 Confederations Cup and the 2014 World Cup. The contract was developed with a local integration partner following the opening of the Cobhams Sao Paulo office in August 2012 and includes both airborne and ground based equipment
General Dynamics’ D-VEX Video Exploitation System Receives High Praise
General Dynamics Mediaware was awarded the National Defence Industry Innovation Award at the 2013 Australian International Airshow and Aerospace and Defence Exposition. The Highly Commended certificate is an honour, which recognises and rewards the efforts and achievements of innovative Australian companies and individuals in the aerospace industry
Cassidian Develops New-Generation Counter IED Jammer
Cassidian has developed a new-generation jamming system that significantly enhances the protection of vehicles against radio-controlled improvised explosive devices (RCIEDs). The multifunctional jammer analyses the signal spectrum around a vehicle and is thus in a position to jam the radio signals intended to ignite a roadside bomb in a much more targeted manner and at an earlier stage than was the case in the past
ITT Exelis To Supply Airborne Radars For U.S Coast Guard
ITT Exelis has received a $6.5 million award to supply a radar system to the U
Back to War? U.S. Strikes Iranian Missile Positions After Tehran Attacks Cargo...
Iran Warns Against Israeli Aircraft Approaching it from Neighbouring Countries
Russia Attacks Ukrainian Gas Facilities in Response to Drone Attacks on its...
Russian Weapons Secrets Offered for Free by Ukraine to Allies
One Month Since U.S., Israeli War Against Iran: Who Is Gaining?
One month after the United States and Israel launched coordinated strikes on Iran on February 28 the conflict has expanded...
Modern Tank Showdown: T-90MS, Leopard 2A7, M1E3 Abrams Compared
Main Battle Tanks (MBTs) have shown their mettle in recent conflicts such as in Ukraine despite being increasingly vulnerable to...
European Nations Prioritizing Europe-made IRIS-T & SAMP-T over American Patriot Air Defense Systems?
European nations looking to procure new air defense systems appear to be giving the much-vaunted American Patriot a miss in...
Russian T-90MS Crew Discuss Future Upgrades
Defense Mirror spoke with the crew members of the Russian T-90MS main battle tank, produced by UralVagonZavod
China's Mass-produced J-35A Aircraft Set to Disrupt Global Stealth Fighter Market
China is aiming to disrupt the global stealth fighter market by mass-producing its fifth-generation J-35A at a pace comparable to...
The Future of Combat: Miniaturized Laser Weapons Set to Replace Bullets and Missiles
Lasers may soon replace bullets, and drones could disable enemy UAVs with beams of light instead of missiles