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June 17th 2009 - General Dynamics shows capability beyond Defence Vehicle Dynamics at DVD 2009
Millbrook Vehicle Proving Ground, United Kingdom - General Dynamics will demonstrate its capabilities as a leading systems integrator of armoured fighting vehicles, security and resilience technology, and solutions enabling command and control through information dominance. General Dynamics companies will have a presence at three locations at the DVD 2009 demonstration show, at the Millbrook Proving Ground from June 24 -25, 2009.
The General Dynamics locations at DVD 2009 are:
- Stand OR-30 – in the Off-Road section: Cougar, VESPer urban 3D surveillance vehicle, EAGLE IV 4x4 vehicle, Bowman BCIP5 key technology
- Stand BP-11 in the Bridport area – Anteon, part of General Dynamics UK, displaying deployable security and command facilities
- Stand C5-34, in the Bridport area - C4I vehicle integration capability
Armoured Fighting Vehicles
General Dynamics is a global leader in armoured fighting vehicles (AFVs) and a leading contender to supply the next generation of AFVs to the British Army. General Dynamics United Kingdom is an independent, proven systems integrator offering a unique set of skills, capability and experience in delivering scalable electronic architectures (EA) for AFVs. Modern military vehicles, including the latest Urgent Operational Requirement (UOR) vehicles for Afghanistan, rely on properly integrated electronic systems. A current Cougar UOR vehicle fitted with a pioneering EA will be on display at the General Dynamics UK vehicle stand. General Dynamics European Land Systems will display its EAGLE IV 4x4 vehicle, putting it through its paces and demonstrating its combination of outstanding protection and mobility in the demanding environment of the Millbrook Proving Ground.
General Dynamics UK provides Integration Services to defence customers and companies who need to include Bowman equipment in their programmes. Capabilities on display at DVD extend from Installation Design & Certification (ID&C), testing, cable supply, full conversion services, and integration of electronic systems onto vehicles, including non-Bowman communications, Force Protection (ECM), sensors, and power.
Bowman and export C4I
General Dynamics UK is the prime systems integrator delivering Britain’s flagship Bowman system, which provides secure voice communications, tactical internet and advanced situational awareness on operations to the UK Armed Forces. With the initial version of Bowman already in operation worldwide and saving lives in the field, the British Army, Royal Air Force and Royal Navy are currently upgrading their front line commands to BCIP5, the latest evolution of the Bowman system. Vital BCIP5 elements will be available for demonstration to military visitors at the show, including advanced military planning and order-dissemination capabilities, and enhanced situational awareness that allows commanders to see the location of their forces and the enemy in an integrated picture.
International visitors to the show will be able to discuss a range of their own national requirements. Building on its expertise as the Bowman prime contractor, General Dynamics UK has established major export partnerships delivering tailored systems for customers worldwide, including The Netherlands, new NATO countries, and emerging members of the international community in the Middle East and North Africa.
Security and resilience
General Dynamics UK has a global capability in security and resilience solutions, including deployable security command facilities, installation surveillance and protection for ports, transport and vital energy infrastructure, and urban ISTAR situational awareness. General Dynamics UK will also display configurable strategic and tactical shelter solutions for command and communications, together with the vital systems that enable personnel to live and work in hostile environments.
Notes to editors
- Bowman CIP [Bowman, ComBAT, Infrastructure and Platform Battlefield Information Systems Application (BISA)], which has achieved its formal full system acceptance, is a spiral programme of incremental development expected over 25-30 years.
- DVD 2009 will take place on 24 -25 June at the Millbrook Vehicle Proving Ground. More information is available here : http://www.generaldynamics.uk.com/media-centre/upcoming-events#DVD_2009.
