GRACING CEREMONY SEGMEN MARITIM LIMA ‘23

Perdana Menteri Malaysia,YAB Dato’ Seri Anwar bin Ibrahim telah menyempurnakan Acara Gracing Ceremony di Segmen Maritim Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace 2023 (LIMA ‘23) petang tadi di Resorts World Langkawi.

Ketibaan YAB Perdana Menteri dan dif-dif kehormat disambut Panglima Tentera Laut, Laksamana Abdul Rahman bin Ayob dan Timbalan Panglima Tentera Laut, Laksamana Madya Datuk Sabri bin Zali selaku Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Kerja Segmen Maritim LIMA ‘23.

Gimik

Satu penyusupan oleh penyelam menggunakan jet ski dengan membawa kompas perasmian ke hadapan pentas untuk diaktifkan oleh Perdana Menteri menjadi gimik perasmian dan disusuli oleh sebuah demonstrasi bot maritim.

Demonstrasi tersebut mempamerkan pergerakan atau manuvra taktikal aset-aset Tentera Laut Diraja Malaysia (TLDM), Agensi Penguatkuasaan Maritim Malaysia (APMM), Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM), Jabatan Kastam Diraja Malaysia, Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia dan Jabatan Perikanan Malaysia.

Sebuah lagi demonstrasi keupayaan maritim turut diperlihatkan dengan konsep Inter-Agency Coordinated Rescue Mission (demonstrasi menyelamatkan tebusan) yang mempamerkan aksi dan kepakaran gabungan Pasukan Khas Laut (PASKAL) TLDM, Pasukan Tindakan Khas dan Penyelamat (STAR) APMM, Unit Gempur Marin PDRM dan Jabatan Laut Malaysia bersama aset permukaan dan udara.

Adegan terakhir adalah Fly-Past atau terbang lintas hormat dan Sail-Past yang melibatkan aset udara dan permukaan yang terlibat sepanjang sesi demonstrasi sebagai penghormatan kepada para tetamu di pentas utama yang hadir.

Malaysian MoD opts for 18 105LG1 Artillery System sof Nexter and his partner ADS

Kuala Lumpur, April 19, 2018 - The Ministry of Defense, Malaysia announced the acquisition of 18 units of 105LG1 artillery systems for the Armed Forces during one of the largest defense services exhibition in Asia, DSA/NATSEC 2018. This 3-year contract will start by November 2019 with the first delivery of 6 light guns and the last delivery is due to take place in February 2020.

The 105LG1 is a 105mm gun designed for intervention and rapid reaction forces. With a maximum range of 17 km, it can be towed by a light vehicle, transported by an average helicopter (PUMA or Bell 212 type) or parachuted by a tactical transport aircraft (C130-Hercules type). This extreme mobility, thanks to its low weight (1650 kg), allows it to be deployed on any theater of operation as complex as it is (jungle, forest,
mountains etc.).

A crew of 5 men is enough to make it operational very quickly (a battery setup of 30 seconds) and to shoot at a rate of at least 12 rounds per minute. Combat Proven and qualified by the French army, the gun of 105LG1 equips today six armies around the
world: Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Belgium, Canada and Colombia.


This new acquisition of 105LG1 by the Malaysian army confirms the excellent performance, ease of use and robustness of this gun.

ADS, one of the major Malaysian defense players, and Nexter, the French land defense leader, are business partners since 8 years and this contract is a new step of a fruitful cooperation. In support to the local artillery industry, 105 LG1 systems will be assembled locally at the ADS Assembly facilities near Gemas, Negeri Sembilan. ADS is confident that this initiative will create self-reliance and improve the artillery capabilities among the armed forces. The package will also include long range ERG3 ammunition and Bacara Ballistic Computer.

Dato’ Shafii Hj Roshad of ADS Sdn Bhd (ADS) expressed his appreciation to the Malaysian Government for the opportunity to work together and will continue to support the Government of Malaysia in providing solutions for the defense arena. Olivier Travert, Senior Vice President and Chief Sales Officer of Nexter said that "this contract is a new recognition of the Nexter Group's expertise in the field of artillery and ammunition. This is an important success in our strategy to position our group as the leading artillery partner
in Asia."

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About Nexter

Nexter, the leading French land defense company and third European player in the ammunition sector is part of the KNDS
Group. It is dedicated to meet the needs of the French land forces and of Nations on an international scale. The scope of
its business includes the supply of weapon systems and ammunition for air and naval forces. Nexter also provides
systems and protection solutions in the field of homeland security. The group continues to apply its international
development policy with 60% of the order intake in 2016 and 2017 intended for the export market. In France, Nexter is
fully committed to meet the objectives of the SCORPION program, through the renovation of the Leclerc tank and the
development of the future VBMR and EBRC vehicles within the GME (temporary business venture between Nexter, Thales
and Renault Trucks Defense) as well as the VBMR Light. Nexter's 2016 turnover amounted to €866 million, of which 19%
is allocated to Research and Development activities. The group's range of products includes ARAVIS®, TITUS® and VBCI
armored vehicles, CAESAR®, TRAJAN® and 105LG1 artillery systems, smart ammunition (BONUS), many equipment, as
well as customer service, support and revaluation.
For more information: www.nexter-group.fr

About ADSSB

ADSSB is a company specializing in providing defense and security solutions within the region. ADSSB has esta
blished business cooperation with notable defense Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) worldwide and i
t is an entity providing the following business:
 Defense and Security Equipment
 Total Solution for weapon maintenance
 Project Management Services
 After Sales Support Services
 Project Consultancy Services to OEMs
 Leasing of Defense Capital Equipment
ADSSB has more than 10 years of experience to be a respected leading solutions provider in the defense and s
ecurity areas and well recognized regionally and as a "Preferred Partner" to OEMs in establishing, developing
and securing new business opportunities within the Region. ADSSB is a member of Weaponry Working Group
of Malaysian Industry Council for Defense, Enforcement & Security (MIDES). ADSSB is also now working with t
heir business partner internationally in the defense and security industry.

DSA 2020 & NATSEC ASIA 2020 TO BE HELD FROM 20 – 23 APRIL 2020 AT MITEC

RM18.4 billion worth of contracts signed on penultimate day of DSA 2018 & NATSEC Asia 2018

Kuala Lumpur, 18 April 2018 – DSA 2018 and NATSEC Asia 2018 have set many new records and broken the bar on several fronts. The signing of multi-billion ringgit contracts and the convergence of an unprecedented number of individuals from the world’s defence and security communities under one roof - these were but just some of the highlights at the event, which will come to a close on Thursday, 19 April 2018 after four eventful and productive days at MITEC itn Kuala Lumpur. 

 
Celebrating “30 Years in the Defence Show Business”, DSA 2018 has become the first and only show in the world to successfully feature both defence and national security side-by-side on a single platform. 

Recognised as one of the top five defence and security exhibitions in the world, DSA 2018 – the biggest yet in the DSA series - witnessed the participation of 1,500 exhibitors from more than 60 countries and the attendance of over 350 top government officials and foreign delegations. 

The event showcased cutting edge defence and security technology and services and provided the platform for successful networking, business collaborations and strategic alliances. It also enabled armed forces and security personnel to avail themselves of the latest developments in the industry. 

Today, YB. Dato’ Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein, Minister of Defence and Minister with Special Functions, Malaysia announced that DSA 2020 and NATSEC Asia 2020 would be held from 20 – 23 April 20 at MITEC. 

Today also saw the signing ceremony of contract documents and hand-over of Letters of Acceptance (LOA), Letter of Intent (LOI) and Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which was coordinated by  the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) and Ministry of Home Affairs (MOHA). 

The Malaysian government announced a total of eight contracts, three MoUs, six Offsets, ten LOAs and three LOIs valued at RM18.4 billion. Most of the contract value is contributed by six offset programmes with a value of RM14.4 billion. 

Co-organised, supported and hosted by the Ministry of Defence & Ministry of Home Affairs, Malaysia, the co-located shows are fully supported by the Malaysian Armed Forces, Royal Malaysian Police, National Security Council, as well as several other national security agencies including Royal Malaysian Customs Department, Immigration Department of Malaysia, Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency, Malaysian Prison Department, Fire & Rescue Department of Malaysia, and
Royal Malaysia Police Cooperative Limited. 

The final day of DSA 2018 and NATSEC Asia 2018 will be held on 19 April 2018 from 10.00 am to 5.00 pm. 

It is open to trade visitors only. For more information on DSA 2018 and NATSEC Asia 2018 visit www.dsaexhibition.com and www.natsecasia.com respectively. 

All security arrangements of DSA 2018 and NATSEC Asia 2018 at MITEC were spearheaded by Commissioner Police Dato’ Sri Mazlan bin Lazim, Chief of Police, Kuala Lumpur.

BAE Systems signs partnership forChevening Scholarship in Malaysia for 2018

BAE Systems today signed partnership for Chevening Scholarship programme for 2018 with the British High Commission of Malaysia at the DSA 2018.

The British High Commissioner for Malaysia, Her Excellency Vicki Treadell CMG MVO, will be joined by Alan Garwood, Group Business Development Director, BAE Systems and John Brosnan, Manging Director, Southeast Asia, BAE Systems and Andy Lavin, BAE Systems International Sales Director for Typhoon to mark the partnership.

Having sponsored over 50 Malaysian post graduate students since 2012 and invested 5mn Ringgit till date, BAE Systems remains one of the largest contributors to the Chevening Programme in Malaysia and this renewal will ensure that more young Malaysians can benefit from this programme in the future.

The company’s support for the Chevening Scholarship programme saw the scholars being given the opportunity to tour the Hawk and Typhoon aircraft production lines earlier this year in North West England. The Royal Malaysian Air Force has a fleet of Hawk and is currently evaluating the Typhoon multi role aircraft as the next jet fighter for the air force.

DSA And NATSEC ASIA 2018

 *DSA 2018 Marks Significant 30 year Industry Milestone     with the debut of National Security Asia

    *The first edition of National Security Asia (NATSEC Asia) debuts alongside DSA 2018, establishing     the only show in the world to feature defence and national security side-by-side    DSA & NATSEC Asia 2018 welcomes record-breaking numbers including 1,500 exhibitors and     50,000 visitors from 70 countries

    *Biennial event to feature first-ever Empowering Women in Defence & Security Forum

   * NATSEC Asia reflects the urgent need for regional defence and security forces to join hands against     terrorism

Kuala Lumpur, 15 April 2018 - Asia’s largest and most highly-anticipated defence and security exhibition, Defence Services Asia (DSA) Exhibition and Conference, is once again set to position Malaysia as a regional leader in the defence and security sector.
Celebrating “30 Years in the Defence Show Business”, DSA 2018 has become the first and only show in the world to successfully feature both defence and national security side-by-side on a single platform.

The 16th installation of DSA will see the launch of the first National Security Asia (NATSEC Asia) 2018, the brand new international exhibition on National Security for Asia. Fully supported by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MOHA), NATSEC Asia will focus on all national security sectors including public safety.

A truly dedicated national security show, NATSEC Asia reflects the urgent need for governments and defence mechanisms in Asia to collectively examine and address issues of national and regional security.
At the heart of NATSEC Asia 2018 is a special highlight on cyber security through its ‘Cyber Security & Defence Zone’, which will feature the Cyber Security & Defence Seminar supported by the National Security Council and the National Cyber Security Agency (NACSA).

To date, 340 delegations from 45 countries have confirmed attendance to DSA & NATSEC Asia. Special delegations include Ministers of Home Affairs (ASEAN), Ministers of Defence, Inspector Generals of Police, Chiefs of Defence, Navy, Army and Air Force, as well as other heads of national security entities from the ASEAN region.
Ranked as one of the Top Five Defence Shows in the World, DSA 2018 will showcase a record-breaking 1,500 companies from 60 countries, representing the global defence and security sector.

In addition to returning segments, the biennial show will also feature its first-ever ‘Empowering Women in Defence & Security Forum’, a timely addition to their programme line-up. The Forum will highlight women holding key positions in defence and security as they come together to discuss the current and future role of women in the field as well as the unique challenges they face.

DSA and NATSEC 2018 is pleased to announce today the roster of world-class companies, trade associations and national pavilion groups who have stepped forward to act as official event sponsors and branding partners.

Among the major sponsors supporting the show are Airbus, MBDA, FNSS, MD Helicopters, BAE SYSTEMS, the Turkish Defence Industry, BMW, Weststar, and Thales. Additional sponsors and branding partners include the South Africa Pavilion, Bavarian Nordic, Naval Group, the USA Partnership Pavilion, DEFTECH, Jakel Defence, Korea Defense Industries Association, Poland Defence Holdings, SASTIND, Kongsberg, NIMR, Packa, the UK Pavilion, Black Tiger, the Czech Republic, Acasia, and YITU.

Co-organised, supported and hosted by the Ministry of Defence & Ministry of Home Affairs, Malaysia, the co-located shows are expected to welcome over 50,000 visitors from 70 countries and generate billions of Ringgit in investment opportunities through contracts and partnerships signed and established throughout the duration of the show.

Both DSA and NATSEC Asia 2018 are fully supported by the Malaysian Armed Forces, Royal Malaysian Police, National Security Council, as well as several other national security agencies including Royal Malaysian Customs Department, Immigration Department of Malaysia, Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency, Malaysian Prison Department, Fire & Rescue Department of Malaysia, and Royal Malaysia Police Cooperative Limited.

This is the first time the show is being held at the brand-new Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur, the country’s largest exhibition space, reflecting the show’s anticipated growth in the coming years.

 

HTMS selects Thales to modernise its naval capabilities

HTMS KRABI

Thales has announced two significant contracts for the supply of a full spectrum of Above-water and Underwater solutions for the Royal Thai Navy (RTN). Thales will modernise the Bang Rachan Class Minehunters and supply the combat, navigation and communication suite onboard the newly ordered Krabi Class Offshore Patrol Vessel.

Thales is the prime contractor for the modernisation of the Bang Rachan Class Minehunters.

Thales has been a partner to the Royal Thai armed forces since the late 90’s and has provided the Royal Thai Navy with numerous solutions from sensors to integrated combat systems for various vessels of the fleet. Building on the success of its collaboration with the RTN, Thales has been awarded the role of prime contractor for an extensive upgrade of two Bang Rachan Class minehunters built in the late 80’s (HTMS Bang Rachan and HTMS Nong Sarai). This marks Thales’s first success in the underwater systems and sonars market in Thailand.

As prime contractor, Thales will be responsible for the revised vessel design, repairs and modernisation, the procurement of equipment and the platform integration. The upgraded ship will be equipped with new solutions, including a machinery control system, navigation systems, upgraded communications capabilities, Sonar TSM 2022 MkIII with M-CUBE command and control (C2) and a multi-influence signature range to manage RTN ships’ signatures.

Thales will work hand in hand with the local industry to manage the works. The Group will also provide training and Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) for the RTN to enjoy the best operational use of the vessels in the coming years.

Thales’ solution extends the operational life of these ships by over 15 years.

Thales onboard the second Krabi Class Offshore Patrol Vessel

In 2009, Thales was chosen to supply the combat, navigation and communication suite for the HTMS Krabi. The ship was commissioned in 2013 and has already completed more than 1,000 days at sea.

In 2015, the RTN decided to launch a second vessel of the Krabi Class. The vessel, to be built by Bangkok Dock, will be equipped with a Thales integrated solution that includes the TACTICOS combat management system and an integrated bridge and navigation suite.

The sensors to be delivered are the VARIANT surveillance radar, STIR 1.2 EO Mk2 fire control radar and VIGILE Electronic Support Measures with SKWS chaff launcher. Furthermore, Thales will supply the Tactical Data Links Link RTN and LINK-Y Mk2 and all internal and external communication systems Thales will be responsible for all integration activities, including the 76 mm gun, 2x 30mm gun and HARPOON SSM.

The ship is expected to be commissioned in the second half of 2018.

By working together with its naval key industrial partner, Thales will be able to provide the best level of local training and service to the RTN and support Thailand’s goal of strengthening high end local industrial capabilities.

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About Thales

Thales is a global technology leader for the Aerospace, Transport, Defence and Security markets. With 62,000 employees in 56 countries, Thales reported sales of €14 billion in 2015. With over 22,000 engineers and researchers, Thales has a unique capability to design and deploy equipment, systems and services to meet the most complex security requirements. Its unique international footprint allows it to work closely with its customers all over the world.

About Thales in Thailand

Thales has been present in Thailand since the early 1990s, and today has numerous programmes and achievements to its name in both and civil and defence sectors. The Group is a long-term provider of defence systems for the Royal Thai Army and Navy and has delivered solutions to Thai customers in the areas of aerospace and transportation.

GLOBAL KOMITED SIGNS TEAMING AGREEMENT WITH FINMECCANICA HELICOPTER DIVISION AT DSA 2016

Kuala Lumpur, 20th April 2016: Global Komited Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Weststar
Defence Industries today signed a teaming agreement with Finmeccanica Helicopter
Division for the promotion, marketing and distribution of Finmeccanica’s AW159 naval
helicopters to the Malaysian government at Defence Services Asia Exhibition &
Conference 2016 (DSA 2016).
The agreement was signed between The Weststar Group Managing Director, Tan Sri Dr.
Syed Azman and Finmeccanica Helicopter Division’s Vice President Asia Pacific,
Andrew G. Symonds.
Witnessed by Malaysian Defence Minister, YB Dato’ Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein,
the partnership sets out to fulfill Royal Malaysian Navy’s Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW)
requirements, leveraging on Global Komited’s capabilities and reputation regionally as a
defense contracting and engineering company along with the AW159’s established
credentials as the best medium ASW helicopter in the world.
In addition, the agreement includes a plan for Global Komited to lead on the upgrade of
current Super Lynx 300 fleet in service with the Royal Malaysian Navy.
Also present at the signing were British Defence Procurement Minister, Philip Dunne,
Malaysian Deputy Defence Minister, Dato' Wira Mohd Johari Baharum, Malaysian
Defence Secretary General, Dato’ Sri Abdul Rahim Mohamad Radzi, Malaysian Chief of
Defence Forces, General Tan Sri Dato’ Sri (Dr.) Zulkifeli Mohd Zin and Malaysian Chief
of Navy Admiral Dato’ Seri Ahmad Kamarulzaman Ahmad Badaruddin.
Embarking on the opportunity to increase its defence industry footprint, The Weststar
Group Managing Director, Tan Sri Dr. Syed Azman Syed Ibrahim said, “We are focusing
our expansion in this exciting and fast-growing segment. Propelled by rapid growth, the
aviation industry is revitalized with new generation helicopters that come equipped with
better and sophisticated technology.”
Tan Sri Dr. Syed Azman added, “Our helicopter services arm, Weststar Aviation
Services has largely benefitted from operating a modern fleet of aircraft.
The depth of our helicopter fleet is made up of modern Finmeccanica AW139 and
AW189 helicopters.”

“Currently, we operate the largest fleet of Finmeccanica’s AW139 new generation
helicopters in South East Asia. Therefore, banking on our experience, this will ensure
MINDEF’s return on assets and continue our long-standing partnership with
Finmeccanica Helicopter Division,” emphasized Tan Sri Dr. Syed Azman.
Further, Tan Sri Dr. Syed Azman stressed that by partnering with the right technology
partner, Weststar Defence will continue its value-driven capacity development and more
importantly, greater accountability for its clients.
In a nutshell, with more positive changes taking hold, Weststar Defence Industries is
creating a healthy domestic industrial base with local talent and expertise leading its
targeted development programs.
About Weststar Defence Industries
Weststar Defence Industries is a principal supplier of regional defence and security
products and services. Weststar Defence Industries designs, engineers, manufactures,
markets, provides industry and technology consultation for a wide array of products.
Setting the technology-driven industry in motion, Weststar Defence Industries is rapidly
meeting the challenges of evolving defence and security industries’ needs, particularly
the escalating targeted demand for technologically advanced, cost-effective products
and services. In a bid to expand its regional footprint, to date, Weststar Defence
Industries has been exporting its range of proven cross-functional light multi-role military
vehicles to regional armed forces namely Timor Leste and Brunei. Significantly, Weststar
Defence Industries’ products are currently deployed across many segments and
equipped in most major platforms in service or in development with the Malaysian Armed
Forces, Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) and several other key clients. Weststar
Defence Industries mission statement is unequivocal. To be the leader in offering world
class practices, superior products and services for the defence and security industries.

ATM tumpu keupayaan aset sedia ada - Ahmad Zahid

Sumber Utusan Online

KUALA LUMPUR 18 April - Kementerian Pertahanan memberi tumpuan terhadap pengekalan keupayaan dan kesiapsiagaan Angkatan Tentera Malaysia (ATM) dengan menggunakan aset ketenteraan sedia ada berbanding pembelian aset baru yang menelan kos tinggi.

Menteri Pertahanan, Datuk Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid Hamidi berkata, ia sejajar pelaksanaan Program Transformasi Ekonomi (ETP) oleh kerajaan yang lebih memberi tumpuan terhadap pelbagai bentuk program pembangunan sosioekonomi.

Sehubungan itu, kata beliau, sempena Pameran Perkhidmatan Pertahanan Asia (DSA) 2012 yang berlangsung di Pusat Dagangan Dunia Putra (PWTC) kali ini, kementeriannya hanya memeterai kontrak bernilai RM357 juta dengan beberapa syarikat tempatan dan luar negara.

"Kita meneruskan usaha sedia ada untuk mengekalkan keupayaan dan kesiapsiagaan tanpa menambah aset memandangkan menerusi ETP, pembangunan sosioekonomi harus diberi keutamaan.

DSA 2010: Malaysia tanda tangan kontrak RM10.4b

Sumber Utusan
KUALA LUMPUR 18 April - Malaysia dijangka membelanjakan lebih RM10.4 bilion bagi memperoleh aset pertahanan baru sempena Pameran dan Persidangan Perkhidmatan Pertahanan Asia 2010 (DSA 2010) yang bermula esok sehingga Khamis ini.

Menteri Pertahanan, Datuk Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid Hamidi berkata, aset-aset yang menjadi tumpuan perolehan Malaysia kali ini termasuk kereta perisai beroda, kapal pengangkut pelbagai guna, pesawat tempur, kapal pengangkut generasi baru (NGPV) dan kapal frigat.

Katanya, perolehan aset terbaru itu berupaya meningkatkan kredibiliti pertahanan negara terutama bagi menghadapi ancaman tidak konvensional seperti kegiatan pengganas.

"Kami (Malaysia) kini melihat kepada kemungkinan mendapatkan kereta perisai beroda, kapal pengangkut pelbagai guna, pesawat tempur, kapal pengangkut generasi baru (NGPV) dan kapal frigat.

"Saya juga mengumumkan bahawa kerajaan Malaysia akan menandatangani kontrak bernilai lebih RM10.4 bilion yang akan dilakukan dalam masa beberapa hari lagi (sempena DSA 2010)," katanya berucap merasmikan DSA 2010 di sini malam ini.

Majlis itu turut dihadiri lebih 600 delegasi asing termasuk menteri-menteri pertahanan dan duta luar negara.

Sebelum ini, penganalisis pertahanan tempatan berpendapat kerajaan perlu menyegerakan proses penggantian beberapa aset pertahanan seperti kereta perisai Condor milik Tentera Darat yang sehingga kini masih aktif digunakan.

Dalam perkembangan sama, Ahmad Zahid berkata, beliau berbangga dengan penyertaan syarikat tempatan pada DSA kali ini yang mencatatkan pertambahan 300 peratus berbanding DSA 2008.

Katanya, penyertaan itu membuktikan Malaysia komited terhadap pembangunan pertahanan terutamanya di rantau Asia.

Selain syarikat tempatan, DSA kali ini juga mencatatkan penyertaan ratusan firma dari 30 negara serta dilawati oleh lebih 26,000 pelawat dari seluruh dunia.