Mobility Is BAE Systems Leading Theme At DefExpo 2012

Mobility will be the dominant theme among BAE Systems’ displays at the 7th edition of DefExpo India being held in New Delhi. The Company has announced that it will debut its family of CV90 Light Tanks and BVs10 go-anywhere All-Terrain Vehicle family in India at the exhibition, along with the ultra-light M777 howitzer. The world's first 155mm Howitzer weighing under 10000lbs (4218kg), the highly mobile M777, will be on display at DefExpo this year is the subject of ongoing discussions between the Indian and US Governments in relation to a possible sale, in support of the Indian Army’s modernisation programme. BAE Systems will display a variety of future soldier technologies, including handheld thermal monoculars. These technologies will be displayed in conjunction with other components of BAE Systems equipment developed to maximize the capabilities of dismounted personnel in military and security operations. Among the BAE Systems products on display is a lightweight thermal weapon sight featuring a 28-micron focal plane array which requires less power and reduces weight. Two other innovative BAE Systems’ products for dismounted personnel on display include the SkeetIR and RED-I. The size of a credit card, the weapon-mountable SkeetIR is not only one of smallest thermal monoculars available today, it is also one of the most versatile thermal imagers in the world. Dean McCumiskey, Managing Director & CEO-India, BAE Systems, said, “DefExpo is an extremely important platform for us in the continuing development of our business and the last two years have marked very good progress. Partnering with the industry in achieving self-reliance in the design, development, and production of equipment, systems and platforms is the cornerstone of our business in India and we take pride in the milestones our joint ventures with Mahindra & Mahindra and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited have marked in their journeys since the last DefExpo. As we build our footprint, we are committed to creating key intellectual property indigenously working closely with partners and customers to deliver best of breed solutions.”