Workshop on the warfare in the underwater domain with the help of marine robotics

The Italian Navy Petty Officers Club in Rome was the location on the 17th and 18th of April, of an introductory workshop on the theme of "the warfare in the underwater domain with the help of marine robotics", which will be subsequently developed during Seafuture 2018, to be held in La Spezia from the 19th to 23rd of June.

This is a project shared between Universities and Research Institutions together with Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and strategic defence and security industries as well as the Italian Navy, in cooperation with the General Secretariat of Defence.

The two days of work developed starting from a general framework analysis regarding the conduct of anti-submarine and mine countermeasures (ASW / MCM) operations provided by the Italian Navy General Staff, an innovative and multidisciplinary 'vision' on the development of the involved specialties and related threats at the level of the Mare Nostrum and worldwide in the short, medium and long term.

During the second day, the need to enhance a shared network and a common working method was addressed, in order to optimize the excellences of the various actors involved, in function of the strategic importance of the issue.

This process of mutual exchange will be developed in the coming weeks, to end on the central days of the Seafuture 2018, when the objectives expressed by the various partners will be identified, as well as defined the timing to continue with the joint growth project. This will also benefit from the advanced bilateral meetings between companies and foreign navies that will take place during the event.

The aim is therefore to maintain the level of international competitiveness of the defence industries context at the highest level to constantly support the image and the national economy, with the hope of being able to join the European Defence Research Program for the period 2021-2027.

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.