Q&A with BAE Systems on Type 26 Frigate Design Update at Euronaval 2012

During Euronaval 2012 in October last year, BAE Systems Maritime – Naval Ships showcased a Type 26 “Global Combat Ship” frigate model with a slightly modified design compared to the big design update unveiled during DSA 2012 in April last year. We asked a few questions to BAE Systems on the reasons behind the latest changes to the design.

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DCNS anticipates future applications with its new SMX 26 submarine concept-ship

At this year’s Euronaval show, DCNS unveiled its new concept-ship, SMX 26, a small submarine designed for operation in very shallow waters, in littoral zones not usually accessible for conventional submarine operations.

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French Company Sillinger presents its 1200 RIB UM military inflatable boat at Euronaval 2012.

For 50 years, the French Company Sillinger designs and manufactures foldable and semi rigid boats especially for professional of military, security, defence sectors and for civilian use. At Euronaval 2012, the International Maritime and Naval Defence Exhibition of Paris, Sillinger showed its 1200 RIB UM semi-rigid inflatable boat in military configuration, one of the largest boats of the SILLINGER range.

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iXBlue won the Export Trophy, showcased its GAPS positioning system at Euronaval 2012

At Euronaval 2012, iXBlue, specializing in navigation and acoustic systems, showcased its GAPS USBL (Ultra Short BaseLine) positioning system. The company was also the recipient of this year's Euronaval Export Trophy.

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DCNS presented an export version of its FREMM Frigate and its Gowind range at Euronaval

At Euronaval 2012, DCNS displayed for the first time an export version of its FREMM Multi-mission Frigate with various weapons never seen before on this class of ship. The French Shipyard also showcased its range of Gowind Corvette and OPV.

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Subsea Tech exhibited its solutions for harbor and critical infrastructures underwater surveillance

Subsea Tech is a designer, manufacturer and supplier of marine and underwater intervention and instrumentation systems. At Euronaval 2012 the Marseille based company displayed solutions for diver detection, ship hull survey, bottom survey and underwater surveillance (sonar and video).

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At Euronaval Sagem introduced BlueNaute, a new-generation shipborne inertial navigation system

French company Sagem (Safran group), the European leader in navigation technologies and systems, introduced its new BlueNaute™ attitude and heading reference system for shipborne applications at Euronaval 2012.

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At Euronaval A Plus Systeme Automation introduced its new Radar & Communications servers

French company A PLUS, manufacturer of industrial computers for Defence and Security applications, introduced two new products at Euronaval 2012: The MPS1000 Multi-Protocol Communications Server and the MPR2000 Radar/Sensor Recording, Playback System.

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Sagem's SIGMA 40 navigation systems surpass 8 million hours of operation in service

The SIGMA 40 shipborne inertial navigation system built by Sagem (Safran group) has passed the mark of 8 million hours of operation in service, demonstrating exceptional reliability as shown by feedback from many of the world's navies.

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DCNS unveils the new FREMM-ER sporting phased-array antenna and anti-ballistic missile capability

At the 23rd EURONAVAL show, DCNS unveiled the new FREMM-ER (for Extend Range) Frigate dedicated to Air Defense missions. The new design is based on the Aquitaine class of Frigates therefore retaining all the qualities of the existing multi-mission frigate while bring some extra capabilities to tackle future threats such as ballistic missiles.

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IAI Presents an Integrative Security Solution for Exclusive Economical Zones at EuroNaval 2012

Le Bourget, Paris, France, October 2012- Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) presents a new modular surveillance solution named EZ Guard, at the 2012 EuroNaval International Naval Defense and Maritime Exhibition and Conference in Le Bourget, Paris. 

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DCNS introduces a new weapon system for submarines: anti-aircraft self-defense

Currently, submarines have no alternative but to flee when detected by helicopters and maritime patrol aircraft. But thanks to a new air defense system developed by DCNS in cooperation with MBDA, the game is about to change.

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ELETTRONICA showcases EW system for Italian Navy's ATR72 MPA

In the field of Maritime Patrol, Elettronica is delivering the new Elt/800 system (displayed at hall 2 stand k70) for the new MPA of the Italia MoD based on the ATR72 platform, The ELT 800 represents an innovative approach to EW equipment development for fixed and rotary wing applications and provides a superior product based on a Wide Open and SH Digital Receiver architecture through a unique system design and advanced technologies.

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At Euronaval, DCNS introduces a next generation CIC for suface vessels and submarines

As sensor datasets grow by the day, theatres of operations become more complex and the digital revolution advances in leaps and bounds, DCNS is helping client navies to cope with the challenges by developing new systems to display operational information and decision aids. The overriding aim is to put operators fully ‘in the loop’ and to facilitate decision-making in the most complex situations. This new concept is an excellent example of a DCNS naval system designed to deal with new threats while ensuring information supremacy in combat.

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OTO Melara presents a full-size model of its 127/64 LW Light Weight Naval Gun at Euronaval 2012.

At the International Naval Defence & Maritime Exhibition, Euronaval 2012, the Italian Company OTO MELARA presents a full-size model of its 127/64 LW Light Weight Naval Gun Mount. The 127/64LW gun is used on board for the Italian FREMM and the German F125 frigates. This rapid fire gun can be installed on large and medium size ships, for surface fire and naval gunfire support, with anti-aircraft fire as its secondary role. 

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Thales naval defence capabilities for maritime safety and security solutions for tomorrow.

With more than 50 years experience in delivering systems, equipment and services to naval forces, Thales offers unrivalled and proven expertise with tangible benefits for client navies around the world. More than 50 navies place their trust in Thales to support their anti-air, surface and underwater combat capabilities and provide effective maritime safety and security solutions for tomorrow. With a total surface area of more than 600 square meters, Thales’s stand (H65 G66) is organised around 5 areas : Above Water Warfare, Underwater Warfare, Information Superiority, Maritime Surveillance System and Services.

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Thales launches its new Radar Electronic Surveillance system VIGILE DPX at Euronaval 2012

Thales is launching its new Radar Electronic Surveillance system VIGILE DPX for worldwide export at Euronaval 2012, International Naval Defence and Maritime Exhibition in Paris, France. VIGILE DPX is a revolutionary system offering multi-signal capability which means high-power signals cannot mask threats and other signals of interest.

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Thales ASEMAR Autonomous underwater unmanned vehicle for maritime surveillance and security

Underwater mines are readily obtainable by large numbers of armed groups and remain a formidable threat in asymmetric warfare. They can block access to harbours and cause serious economic harm to an entire country. To respond to these new threats, the French Company Thales has developed with several partners, the ASEMAR an autonomous underwater unmanned vehicle for maritime surveillance and security.

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Rheinmetall MASS_DUERAS new naval countermeasure system unveiled at Euronaval 2012

 Rheinmetall presents for the first time at Euronaval 2012 its new naval countermeasure MAAS_DUERAS,an enhanced optional version of MASS. In the realm of active protection, Rheinmetall supplies high-performance “soft kill” solutions for ground vehicles, fixed-wing aircraft, helicopters and ships. Smoke/obscurant protection systems like ROSY render vehicles invisible to the enemy if attacked, while Rheinmetall’s Multi Ammunition Softkill System (MASS) naval countermeasures system now sets the standard worldwide.

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DCNS unveils a new submarine concept at Euronaval 2012: The SMX-26

DCNS presents for the first time at Euronaval 2012 its new small size submarine optimized for shallow waters operations.

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