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- Company: OPEC CBRNe
THE KESTREL LANDS DOWN UNDER
The team at OPEC CBRNe are delighted that our Kestrel CBRN garments have commenced their rollout across Australian Defence and are now forming part of CBRN training for the Australian Army, Navy and Air Force. The Kestrel was selected by the Australian military for its winning combination of comprehensive CBRN protection supplied within a lightweight, breathable garment, allowing maximum…
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- Company: OPEC CBRNe
INTRODUCING THE VIPER-TYPE 4
We proudly launched a reusable antiviral PPE coverall, known as the VIPER – Type 4, which offers comprehensive COVID-19 protection and enhanced safety for health care and first responder personnel. The VIPER – Type 4 draws on our expertise in manufacture of CBRN garments to create a reusable coverall that also protects against contaminated liquids, aerosol particulates, blood and blood borne…
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- Company: OPEC CBRNe
CBRN GARMENTS SUPPORT AUSTRALIAN FIRST RESPONDERS
Two of OPEC CBRNe’s protective garments recently winged their way to Australia to support NSW first responders. During August, NSW Police took possession of a customised order of #Kestrel CBRN garments providing protection against chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear threats. The two-piece Kestrel, which is also the CBRN garment of choice for the Australian Army, was chosen for…
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- Company: CP Cases Ltd
The Importance of Sustainability in Business
As we begin a new year, a fresh start, with climate change talks still creating a buzz from the COP26 summit, and people’s desire to do better by the world really shining through. There is no better time for businesses to reflect on their activities over the past year. For a period of time that has brought so much uncertainty throughout, it can be a refreshing prospect to gather your thoughts and…
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- Company: CP Cases Ltd
How do portable climate control systems work?
A portable climate control system is similar to a portable air conditioner. However, it’s much easier to use and more reliable for people and machinery working in extreme conditions. A portable climate control system allows the user more flexibility and safety when working with sensitive equipment that could be damaged by heat, humidity or freezing. What is climate control? Climate control is a…
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- Company: JFD
JFD awarded MOD Emergency Stores Support Receiving System contract
JFD, the world leading underwater capability provider serving the commercial and defence diving markets and part of James Fisher and Sons plc, was awarded a contract by the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD), to manufacture and supply critical Emergency Stores Support Receiving Systems for their submarines and Escape Training Facility. JFD has designed and built Emergency Life Support Stores (ELSS)…
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- Company: PPM Systems
Digital Signals Collaboration for ViaLite
In keeping with its reputation for innovation and leading edge technology, ViaLite has joined the Digital IF Interoperability Consortium (DIFI). Formed to advance interoperability in digital satellite and ground system networks, the independent international group is made up of companies, organizations and government agencies. The satcom industry has traditionally used IF (Intermediate Frequency…
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- Company: JFD
JFD signs strategic partnership with Blue Tide Marine offering enhanced maritime capability into the Americas in the subsea domain
JFD, the world leading underwater capability provider serving the commercial and defence diving markets and part of James Fisher and Sons plc, has today announced a strategic partnership with Blue Tide Marine (BTM), an undersea training and capability development centre for the Americas. Through the partnership, JFD North America, a subsidiary of JFD Global, and BTM will be able to offer…
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- Company: JFD
JFD to support Republic of Korea Navy during DSAR-5 Midlife Refit
JFD, the world leading underwater capability provider serving the commercial and defence diving markets, and part of James Fisher and Sons plc, further strengthens their relationship with the Republic of Korea Navy (RoKN), with a contract to supply parts for their Deep Search and Rescue Vehicle, DSAR-5, which will undergo a midlife refit this year. JFD and the RoKN signed a contract for DSAR-5…
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- Company: NP Aerospace
NP Aerospace Backs Para’s Mental Health Sahara Marathon Mission
NP Aerospace is supporting an ex-Para’s mission to run the 250km Moroccan Marathon des Sables wearing body armour to raise money for Support our Paras and mental health awareness. Jonny Mortimer Hendry, now at DEA Aviation, served within the British Army Parachute Regiment for seven years including tours in Afghanistan. On his return he battled mental health issues including post traumautic…
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- Company: Tyron Runflat Limited
Tyron delivers second batch of wheel assemblies for British Army Mastiff & Ridgeback vehicles
Tyron is delivering a total of 101 wheel assemblies under this second batch order. Loughborough, 9th February, 2022: Tyron Runflat Ltd has begun delivery of the second batch of wheel/tyre/runflat assemblies for the UK Ministry of Defence’s (MoD’s) Ridgback and Mastiff vehicle upgrade programme. Under the MoD’s Protected Mobility Engineering & Technical Support (PMETS) contract, NP Aerospace…
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- Company: World Defense Show
Saudi’s first-ever World Defense Show ready for launch after selling out all exhibition space
Saudi Arabia’s World Defense Show, the global defense and security event to be held in Riyadh under the patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, has officially sold out all exhibition space and is ready to open its doors from 6-9 March 2022. On March 5th, as a pre-cursor to the inaugural World Defense Show, the first-ever Riyadh Defense Forum, will be…
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- Company: PPM Systems
ViaLite Adds Resilience to Critical GPS Timing Services
ViaLite’s RF over fiber systems can carry GPS/GNSS timing signals over long distances with very low signal degradation. However, the same cannot be said of GPS signals before they reach the GPS/GNSS antenna, as these weak radio waves are highly susceptible to jamming or spoofing. Timing-critical infrastructures in areas such as defense and cyber security can now be protected from this kind of…
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- Company: JFD
JFD successfully completes NSRS Golden Arrow exercise 2021
JFD, the world leading underwater capability provider serving the commercial and defence diving markets, and part of James Fisher and Sons plc, successfully completed a comprehensive submarine rescue exercise to mobilise the NATO Submarine Rescue System (NSRS). The exercise, titled Golden Arrow, was the first deployment of the whole rescue spread since September 2019 and the first sea deployment…
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- Company: JFD
JFD welcomes RAdm (Ret) John Weale, CB, OBE, as Senior Defence Advisor
JFD, the world leading underwater capability provider serving the commercial and defence diving markets and part of James Fisher and Sons plc, is pleased to welcome Retired Rear Admiral John Weale, CB, OBE, as Senior Defence Advisor to support the company’s continued growth within both the UK and international defence markets. RAdm Weale (Ret) has gained over 35 years’ experience within the…
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- Company: 4GD Ltd
Defence Procurement Minister launches new Defence SME Action Plan from 4GD METAlab
4GD, 28 January 2022 - Close combat technology specialists, 4GD, and their close allies, D3A and 2iC, welcomed the Minister for Defence Procurement, Jeremy Quin, at 4GD's research facility in Berkshire to launch the new Defence Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Action Plan. The new Action Plan sets out the department’s priorities and aims to maximise opportunities for SMEs to do business with…
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- Company: Tyron Runflat Limited
Tyron receives new ATR-Carbon order
Tyron Runflat Ltd has doubled production of its All-Terrain Runflat (ATR) Carbon system as it prepares to deliver full vehicle sets to an international armoured vehicle manufacturer. This second order for the ATR-Carbon system includes full sets for the vehicle prototype, test vehicles and the first vehicle batch. The patented ATR-Carbon is a re-designed version of Tyron’s ATR-Multi-Piece (ATR-…
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- Company: Leonardo DRS
Leonardo DRS Assured Positioning, Navigation, and Timing
U.S. military positioning technology relies heavily on Global Positioning System (GPS). Yet, in recent years, jamming, spoofing and other forms of interference have grown in frequency and severity. This creates risks for military forces when encountering technologies that degrade the GPS capability on combat vehicles. The solution to this challenge is Assured Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (…
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- Company: NP Aerospace
NP Aerospace Backs $3.2m Canadian University Armour Development Program
NP Aerospace is confirmed as one of the main industry partners leading the NSERC* Alliance Program to research and develop new Canadian-made ceramic add-on vehicle armour. The 5-year, $3.2m+ program involves three Canadian universities (University of Alberta, University of British Columbia and York University), a federal government science and technology organization (Defence Research and…
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- Company: PlastPack Defence PPD
New capital will ensure the global defence industry and military access to environmentally friendly ammunition boxes
Næstved's innovative PlastPack Defence is the world’s only manufacturer of lightweight, carbon- saving packaging solutions for military transport and storage. And with a seven-digit investment from Impagt Invest Zealand and Spring Nordic, the company is now taking the next step in global marketing. The company will be adding more sales resources to sell the innovative solutions to the military…
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