DefenceTalkRaytheon acting through its Missile Systems business, and Chemring have agreed to develop a naval capability to defend against surface targets, for use on ships ranging in size from small patrol boats to large combatants. A briefing was being held Tuesday at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference, IDEX 2013, to discuss the development. “This […]https://www.defencetalk.com/developing-new-naval-capabilities-to-defend-against-surface-targets-46924/

DefenceTalkIDEX 2013 Affordable system can enhance test facilities in the Middle East and worldwide ABU DHABI: Raytheon is unveiling Mobile Range, a comprehensive solution for complex testing missions, at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX). Mobile Range is an integrated suite of communications, optics and telemetry capabilities that can be deployed anywhere in the […]https://www.defencetalk.com/raytheon-unveils-mobile-range-at-idex-46873/

DefenceTalkAmSafe Bridport Ltd is displaying Tarian for the first time in the Middle East at IDEX. This revolutionary, lightweight and flexible rocket propelled grenade (RPG) armour system has been fitted to a PARS 6×6, in collaboration with Turkey’s FNSS Savunma Sistemleri A.S. (Defense Systems Inc.) Tarian technology has been developed in response to a requirement […]https://www.defencetalk.com/new-anti-rpg-armour-system-makes-debut-at-idex-2013-46841/

DefenceTalkThe United Arab Emirates said on Monday it signed 17 defence contracts to purchase military equipment worth $1.4 billion including US manufactured Predator drones. The contracts were signed during the ongoing International Defence Exhibition & Conference, IDEX. “The total value of today’s contracts has reached 5.2 billion dirhams” ($1.42 billion), said Staff Major General Obaid […]https://www.defencetalk.com/uae-signs-1-42-bn-defence-deals-46859/

DefenceTalkOutstanding levels of tactical, operational and strategic mobility, compelling combat effectiveness and maximum survivability are key requirements imposed on modern military vehicles today – whether they are designed primarily for combat, command and control, mission-specific roles or transport. In contemporary conflicts, where the threat is often asymmetric yet deadly, protecting troops deployed in harm’s way […]https://www.defencetalk.com/rheinmetall-exhibits-ampv-at-idex-46848/

DefenceTalkThe Finnish Defence Forces awarded Raytheon Company a contract to procure PhantomIRxr thermal biocular systems. The biocular uses thermal imaging to pinpoint targets through darkness, smoke and dust. The bioculars will be on display at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX). Since 2011, Raytheon has supplied Finnish Defence Forces with multi-role thermal devices for […]https://www.defencetalk.com/finland-buys-raytheons-phantomirxr-precision-targeting-thermal-bioculars-46845/

DefenceTalkNorthrop Grumman Corporation (NOC) will highlight a wide range of defence and security solutions, including cyber-protected C4I solutions, airborne early warning and control systems, aerial surveillance, fire control radars and marine navigation systems, at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. IDEX 2013 is the only tri-service defence and […]https://www.defencetalk.com/northrop-to-highlight-global-defence-and-homeland-security-capabilities-at-idex-2013-46810/

DefenceTalkRockwell Collins, a world leading provider of innovative and trusted solutions for the battlespace, is expanding its presence in the Middle East. “We currently employ 300 people in the region for program management, systems engineering, field service support and business development and we are forming new strategic partnerships to further reinforce customer support,” said Claude […]https://www.defencetalk.com/rockwell-details-exhibit-at-idex-2013-46768/

DefenceTalkDiehl Defence is displaying a cross-section of advanced equipment for armies, air forces and navies at its 210 square meter exhibition stand at the IDEX from February 17 to 21, 2013 in Abu Dhabi. The product portfolio not only includes the IRIS-T SLM air defence system. It also features guided missiles, an air combat training […]https://www.defencetalk.com/diehl-presents-defence-expertise-at-idex-2013-46766/

DefenceTalkGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA‑ASI), a leading manufacturer of Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA), tactical reconnaissance radars, and electro-optic surveillance systems, today announced that it will have a significant presence at the upcoming IDEX show in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Feb. 17-21, including a full-scale mock-up of its new RPA, Predator XP. “With […]https://www.defencetalk.com/ga-asi-to-exhibit-full-scale-model-of-predator-xp-at-idex-46752/