Finmeccanica UK

Our advanced sensors, secure communications and robust information systems represent a cost-effective capability to exploit the digitised battlespace and provide operational advantage to the deployed force commander.

Our sensor systems provide enhanced Situational Awareness, Force Protection and Forward Operating Base security through the collection, analysis and dissemination of information to provide a common operational picture across all levels of command.

Using systems ranging from innovative soldier radios, electro-optic and acoustic sensors, counter-IED technology and unmanned aerial vehicles, the company’s robust information architectures provide commanders with unprecedented tactical clarity, enabling the accurate delivery of synchronised effects.

We are a market leader in the development of high-capacity, long-distance networked communications. We have supplied major satellite communications ground stations to enhance both national capabilities and the interoperability of Italian, British, NATO and Allied Armed Forces.

Our long experience in C4ISTAR systems is complemented by sensor and fire control equipment. This includes ground-based radars, direct fire control systems, mounted and dismounted day and night vision equipment, and persistent surveillance networks supporting border security. Ground surveillance capabilities include low-altitude target tracking, early-warning systems, control applications and mission planning tools.

Our workstations and displays, such as DRS Technologies’ CTD10, are capable of operating in all vehicle architectures, providing standard or bespoke solutions for use in complex environments, such as tracked military vehicles. In addition the company has supplied and now supports over 10,000 rugged computers in use by the British Army as part of the Bowman Programme.