Kelvin Hughes Selected for Indonesian Coastal Surveillance
Coastal Surveillance Solution for Indonesian Islands
China Tawarkan Radar Maritim ke Indonesia
Sistem monitor radar IMSS (photo : Antara)
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Northrop Grumman to Collaborate with PT INTI to Produce Ground-Based Radar Systems
State of the Art Radar for Sabah
Joint Regional Command Centre (JRCC) of the Ops Pasir. Ops Pasir is a cronim from Operasi Pandanan And Sipadan Island Resort (photo : military of malaysia)
SANDAKAN: The armed forces will install better defence equipment at the northern sector of its Pasir Operation (Op Pasir) in Sabah soon.
The equipment, including a state-of-the-art radar and communications system, are needed to better safeguard the state's islands and coastal areas which are major tourist spots.
Czech Defense Minister Talks up High-Tech Arms Sales to Vietnam
Vera passive radar system (all photos : Czech Army)Czech Defense Minister Alexandr Vondra (Civic Democrat, ODS) has suggested high tech arms exports could be exported to Vietnam.
Vondra, on a two-day official visit to Vietnam as part of an Asian tour on which he has been accompanied by a large delegation of Czech arms producers, suggested that there was nothing to stop high-tech arms sales to the fast-developing country.
“The Czech Republic can provide quite developed technology, and I think that there is nothing to prevent that happening,” Vondra said, according to a ministry press release.
Public broadcaster Czech Television (ČT) said Vondra also included the highly sophisticated Czech aircraft detection system VERA among the technology that could be offered to Vietnam. “I do not think that the Czech Republic should currently make up some sort of blacklist,” the minister is reported to have said with regard to the passive radio location technology.
But a blacklist was precisely what was in place in the past regarding the sale and lease of VERA technology. Washington reportedly put pressure on the Czech Republic in 2004 not to export the technology — said to be the only one that can detect Stealth aircraft — to China.
Willingness to provide VERA technology to Vietnam but maintain the ban on China could be expected to cause problems with Beijing and complicate trade relations that Prague is keen to boost.

China and Vietnam have tense relations in spite of both having communist regimes; a short war along erupted between the two in 1979. Both have been earmarked as countries where the Czech governments wants to sell more goods and reduce its dependence on its overwhelming on European trade.
Vondra also highlighted the wider opportunities for Czech arms firms in Vietnam. “I think that Vietnam is a very promising market. It has a strong army which the country needs and that must be modernized,” the minister said after meeting with his Vietnamese counterpart, General Phung Quang Thanh.
Vondra singled out Czech opportunities to modernize the Vietnamese air force, which already has 20 civil versions of the Czech-produced L-39 jet and BVP1 and BVP2 (BMP1 and BMP2) armored fighting vehicles, produced under license in the former Czechoslovakia during the Soviet era, which are also used by the Vietnamese army.
Czechoslovakia was a supplier to North Vietnam during the war against the southern regime supported by the US. The Czech made VZ 58 assault rifle is still used by the Vietnamese army.
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Tiga Perusahaan Nasional Siap Pasok Radar Pertahanan Udara dengan ToT

Radar Northrop Grumman AN/TPS-78 (photo : Northrop Grumman)
Bertempat di Jakarta Convention Center, pada tanggal 21-23 Maret 2012 digelar perhelatan Jakarta International Defense Dialogue (JIDD) yang diikuti dengan penyelenggaran pemeran Asia Pasific Security and Defense Expo (APSDEX 2012). Pameran ini lebih banyak menampilkan alutsista produksi dalam negeri, meskipun beberapa peserta ada juga yang berasal dari negara lain.
Defense Studies menyempatkan diri untuk berkunjung ke anjungan PT LEN, PT INTI, dan PT CMI dalam kesiapannya untuk mengikuti tender pengadaan radar pertahanan udara setelah Thales Raytheon Systems menyelesaikan pemasangan tiga radar pertahanan udara jenis Master-T di Merauke, Saumlaki dan Timika.
Berkenaan dengan rencana pemenuhan MEF hingga tahun 2024 dalam bentuk tersedianya 32 instalasi radar yang dapat mengcover seluruh wilayah Nusantara maka beberapa daerah direncanakan untuk dipasang radar antara lain Jayapura, Manokwari, Morotai, Poso, Singkawang, dan Tabulang. Tender terakhir yang dilaksanakan mensyaratkan radar pertahanan udara jarak jauh jenis 3D dengan jangkauan 400km.
PT. Inti dan Northrop Grumman
PT Inti rencananya akan menggandeng perusahaan asal AS NorthropGrumman, radar yang ditawarkan adalah AN/TPS-78 yang merupakan pengembangan lebih lanjut dari AN/TPS-70 yang telah menyandang predikat ‘combat proven’ dan digunakan di lebih dari 20 negara termasuk Thailand. Radar ini disebutkan mempunyai keunggulan dalam air mobility. Keseluruhan sistem dapat diangkut dalam satu pesawat C-130 Hercules dan dapat diinstall dalam 30 menit. Keunggulan lainnya adalah radar ini lebih tahan jamming.
AN/TPS-78 adalah radar 3D yang beroperasi dalam frekuensi S-band (2-4 GHz) dan disebutkan mempunyai jangkauan 240 nautical miles (455km).
Kerjasama PT Inti dan Northrop Grumman akan dideklarasikan pada bulan April 2012 di Bali. Melalui kesepakatan tersebut PT Inti akan mendapatkan porsi pekerjaan 40% sedangkan sisanya dikerjakan oleh Northrop Grumman.
Radar Lockheed Martin AN/TPS-77 (photo : Lockheed Martin)
PT CMI Teknologi dan Lockheed Martin
PT CMI Teknologi telah menandatangani kerjasama dengan Lockheed Martin pada bulan Maret 2012. Sesuai dengan kesepakatan tersebut maka terhadap produk radar AN/TPS-77 yang dipasarkan oleh Lockheed Martin maupun CM-77 yang dipasarkan oleh PT CMI semuanya mengandung komponen modul buatan CMI.
Radar AN/TPS-77 beroperasi dalam frekuensi L-band (1-2 GHz), mempunyai jangkauan 250 nautical miles (463 km) dan telah digunakan di 22 negara, tetangga terdekat yang menggunakannya adalah Australia dan Singapore . Keunggulan radar ini adalah mampu mendeteksi sasaran di bawah horizon hingga -6°. Jika radar ini dipasang di atas bukit maka mampu mendeteksi penerbangan pesawat atau helicopter yang terbang rendah mengikuti kontur lembah.
PT CMI Teknologi sebagai perusahaan mikrowave asal Bandung sebelumnya telah berhasil membuat microwave signal processor untuk pesawat F-5 dan F-16 yang digunakan Indonesia ketika mengalami embargo. Kualitas produk yang dihasilkannya dinilai baik oleh Lockheed Martin sehingga memilihnya sebagai mitra untuk bekerja sama.
Radar Thales Raytheon Systems Groundmaster 400 (photo : Thales Raystehon Systems)
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Northrop Receives F-16 Radar Contract for Thailand and Other Countries
APG-68(V)9 radar (photo : Defense Industry Daily)A contract announcement by the US Department of Defense says Iraq will receive 22 units, Oman 15 and Thailand six. All work related to the contract is expected to be completed by 31 March 2015.
The APG-68(V)9 is designed to replace the APG-66 radar found on the Lockheed Martin F-16.
RTA Shown Interest in the Smar Hunter Radar
China's Smart Hunter radar (photo : ADJ)The “SmartHunter” TH-5711 portable air defence missile operation and command system/ stealth air defence guard is being promoted by well knowned China Xian-based defence equipment producer at Bangkok’s Defense & Security 2012 exhibition.
SmartHunter offers the best solution against modern air threats with the integration of a Manpads/VSHORAD air defence missile system with a long range detection (30km) capability and reliable IFF, fully automated target information and commanding/ network operation.
The SmartHunter system has already been selected and supplied to the Chinese armed forces and also the armed forces of several other countries.
Following the strong interest by the Royal Thai Armed Forces, the producer is keen to provide Thailand with such effective systems.
Jets, Radar to Boost Phl's Territorial Defense
AMX International - strike aircraft (photo : Malcolm Clarke)The military expects the completion of the delivery of P3.4 billion worth of military hardware this year.
TNI Segera Tempatkan Radar Baru di Manokwari, Morotai, dan Jayapura
Tiga radar baru akan dipasang di Indonesia timur bagian utara yaitu : Jayapura, Manokwari dan Morotai (photo : Kemhan)Satuan Radar Timika Diresmikan
Dengan telah beroperasinya radar Timika maka tidak ada lagi blank spot di Indonesia bagian timur (photo : Radartutorial)Lockheed Martin Teams with PT CMI Teknologi for Indonesia National Air Space Surveillance Program
During a signing ceremony at the Singapore Air Show, company representatives agreed to jointly pursue the National Airspace Surveillance – Republic of Indonesia (NASRI) program with the intent to produce more than 40 new TPS-77 and FPS-117 long-range surveillance radars in-country.
Arthur Mobile Radar System Demonstration for Thai Marines
On 8 Februari 2012 Thai Marines demonstrated with Arthur mobile radar station to find the location of weapons. To participate in training is a battalion of Tactical weapons and Artillery at Sattahip, Chonburi.
ARTHUR is an abbreviation for mobile "Artillery Hunting Radar" was developed by Erricson Microwave Systems, which has been acquired in 2006 by the Swedish Saab group.
The system provides ground units with early warning and accurate location of hostile artillery fires. The radar is effective at ranges up to 40 km, where it can detect small size targets. Within a few seconds of the initial detection, the system plots the launch site for counter-fire, and predicts the point of impact, to alert ground troops which could be endangered by the attack. A number of targets can be tracked simultaneously while search continues. After tracking, the launching position is determined and data on located batteries are transmitted on a data link to the artillery Fire Direction Centre.
New Radar Absorbing Material Manufactured Locally
Submarine with new search RAM inset (photo ; DSTO)Defence Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO) staff are advancing the progressive application of new radar absorbing material to Australia's Collins class submarine fleet.
The fitment program commenced in 2008, in collaboration with Mackay Consolidated Industries, a Melbourne-based rubber manufacturer. DSTO maritime platforms researcher Dr Andrew Amiet explains that the new radar absorbing material was designed, formulated and tested by electromagnetic signature management specialists.
He says that DSTO is replacing internationally sourced absorbers ‘that proved to be less optimal.’
“The old material showed evidence of deterioration and rust, where it affixed to the Collins. The underlying metal also needed to be treated with hydrofluoric acid, to help affix the absorber,” Dr Amiet says.
In applying the newly developed rubber, DSTO and Mackay Consolidated Industries do not need to rely on hydrofluoric acid treatment – an extremely hazardous substance which requires great care when using.
DSTO has previously worked with Mackay Consolidated Industries on other projects and consulted them again to develop a durable material that meets the Royal Australian Navy’s unique signature management requirements.
“The new material is tested for peel and tear, to help ensure it adheres effectively to the masts.”
“It is designed to reduce the range at which other sea or airborne platforms could detect a Collins class submarine. The effectiveness of the absorber has been validated through measurements performed by electronic warfare and radar experts at DSTO.”
Dr Amiet says that Mackay uses the best, locally derived materials to develop the new Radar Absorbing Material.
“Working with local manufacturers means that the Australian Defence Force and DSTO have the sovereign ability to modify the material, as required, if circumstances or demand change.”
The Defence Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO) is part of Australia's Department of Defence. DSTO's role is to ensure the expert, impartial and innovative application of science and technology to the defence of Australia and its national interests.
Radar Pantai Menuju Komersial
Radar pengawas pantai Isra jenis mobile (photo : Audrey)Batlayon 436 Paskhas Menerima Radar Smart Hunter
Radar Smart Hunter untuk memandu rudal QW-3 VSHORAD (photo : Kaskus Militer)TNI AU Targetkan Pasang 32 Radar
Konsep penggelaran radar yang mengcover seluruh nusantara (image : Tandef)Raytheon Australia Commences Operations at the Naval Communications Station, Harold E. Holt
Harold E. Holt naval radar (photo : Australian Defence)Exmouth, WA : In a ceremony in Exmouth, Western Australia, representatives of Raytheon Australia and the Department of Defence marked the final transition of responsibility for the company to provide operations, maintenance and support services for the Naval Communications Station Harold E. Holt.
The ceremony marked the culmination of Raytheon Australia’s contract phase-in activities at the facility which have been ongoing since the company first signed its contract with the Electronic Systems Division of the Defence Material Organisation in June this year.
The role of the Naval Communications Station Harold E. Holt is to provide Very Low Frequency (VLF) communications to Australian and United States submarines.

Hexagonal array and navy pier (photo : The Living Moon)
The Managing Director of Raytheon Australia, Mr Michael Ward, welcomed the addition of the contract to the Raytheon Australia portfolio saying that a strong pedigree in site operations management and naval communications positioned the company well to lead support of the Very Low Frequency Communications System into the next phase of its operational life. He added that Raytheon Australia would draw upon the company’s proud record of contract performance to deliver upon its promises to the Commonwealth.
“Raytheon Australia is honoured to lead operations and maintenance services at the Naval Communications Station Harold E. Holt and, as a trusted partner of the Australian Defence Force and the Department of Defence, we are committed to collaborating with a strong local workforce to deliver the highest level of service and efficiency to our customer,” Mr Ward said in Canberra, ACT.KSAU Resmikan Radar di Saumlaki
Radar Master T TNI Angkatan Udara (photo : Audry)




