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Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land unveil Challenger 3 in first public display at DVD 2024
Challenger 3 Main Battle Tank will be unveiled at DVD 2024 Designed and produced by Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) at Telford manufacturing facility Most advanced technologies Network-enabled, digital Main Battle Tank with state-of-the-art lethality, upgraded survivability, offering world-class surveillance and target acquisition capabilities Designed and produced by Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) from their Telford (UK) manufacturing facility, the Challenger 3 is a leading example of advanced military vehicle production and collaboration between Britain’s allies and the most respected vehicle systems suppliers across the UK and Europe. Visitors to DVD will see that the British-made Challenger 3 is designed with the user in mind using the most advanced technologies,…
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Rheinmetall’s Investment in the UK
Rheinmetall, a global leader in defence, continues to make significant strides in the United Kingdom by contributing to the land defence sector through innovation, robust collaboration, and a strong commitment to partnerships. As part of its ongoing efforts, Rheinmetall is playing a pivotal role in driving forward advancements in critical areas that support national security, economic growth, and the development and sustainability of high-skilled jobs while enhancing the UK’s land defence capability through advanced solutions tailored for the modern battlefield. Through close cooperation with industry and government, Rheinmetall has been instrumental in developing highly specialised skills and competence, particularly in land systems technology. Advancing and sustaining the UK’s Land Defence…
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Rheinmetall Oerlikon Skyranger 35 Turret at DVD 2024
Rheinmetall Oerlikon Skyranger 35 Turret –mobile 35mm air defence gun Skyranger 35 is on the Rheinmetall Stand OR-15 at DVD This air defence weapon system is mountable on various wheeled or tracked platforms, fulfilling a typical VSHORAD role. This highly mobile air defence system, equipped with integrated search and tracking sensors, serves as a powerful, autonomous shooter. It can engage modern battlefield threats, particularly focusing on small, unmanned aerial targets. It combines exceptional firepower with the dynamics and elevation required to effectively engage highly agile single or swarming targets executing loiter pop-up or dive attacks. When paired with the Oerlikon Ahead air-burst ammunition, the gun achieves high effectiveness against the…
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Rheinmetall and Patria Unveil First UK Prototype Armoured Mortar Variant at DVD Exhibition
High Rate of Fire Fire on the Move Extended Range to 10km Enhanced Survivability Multiple-Rounds Simultaneous impact This ground-breaking collaboration marks a milestone in the development of the British Army’s Armoured Mortar Variant, showcasing the innovative capabilities of both companies. The new Armoured Mortar Variant, designed to enhance battlefield effectiveness, features state-of-the-art Patria NEMO 120mm turreted mortar system integrated onto Boxer highly mobile and protected platform. This variant is a testament to Rheinmetall and Patria’s commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions for modern armed forces. Key Features: High Rate of Fire: The 120mm turreted mortar system can achieve a maximum rate of fire of 10 rounds per minute, providing rapid and…
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Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land präsentiert den Challenger 3 erstmals öffentlich auf der DVD 2024
Der neue Challenger 3, der wirkungsvollste jemals von den britischen Streitkräften eingesetzte Kampfpanzer, wird auf der Defence Vehicle Dynamics (DVD)-Veranstaltung der britischen Armee in Millbrook zu sehen sein. Der Challenger 3, der von Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) in seiner Fertigungsstätte in Telford (Großbritannien) entwickelt und produziert wird, ist ein führendes Beispiel für die Produktion fortschrittlicher Militärfahrzeuge und für die Zusammenarbeit zwischen Großbritanniens Verbündeten und den renommiertesten Fahrzeugsystemlieferanten in Großbritannien und Europa. Besucher der DVD können sich davon überzeugen, dass der Challenger 3 aus britischer Produktion mit Blick auf den Benutzer und unter Verwendung der modernsten Technologien entwickelt wurde. Es handelt sich um ein Fahrzeug, welches die Herausforderungen des heutigen…
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Rheinmetall Electronics UK’s releases SB360 Wide Area Sensor
The new 360° staring array offers automated object tracking and identification, providing continuous passive threat detection and surveillance. SB360 targets a diverse range of wide-area surveillance for detection of Unmanned Air Systems, Small Air Targets and traditional short-range air defence threats. The SB360 passive sensor is designed to operate in all weathers, achieving persistent 360° horizontal and 20° vertical fields of view. The vertical field of view can be expanded with an optional near overhead threat detection module enabling up to 60° vertical fields of view, for additional top attack detection capability. Flexible configurations are available in the dismounted role, mounted on vehicles or maritime platforms, or in support of…
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Rheinmetall Electronics UK’s Announce ACE – Augmented Combat Environment Advanced Augmented Reality Helmet Technology
Rheinmetall Electronics UK will show their new ACE headset at DVD Stand OR- 15 ACE is designed to give 360 situations awareness in restricted view cabins The latest vision product in REUK’s portfolio ACE-AR is a next-generation head-mounted display technology, designed for land domain vehicle crews. It addresses numerous challenges associated with delivering 360-degree situational awareness in confined, space-limited vehicle cabins, whilst minimizing eye fatigue and nausea. This solution maintains familiar standard operating procedures and provides a direct view of critical functional safety equipment. At the same time, it intuitively expands the user’s situation awareness by additionally delivering extra visual information feeds, including tactical and synthetic information as well as…
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Rheinmetall Defence UK Signs the Armed Forces Covenant, Demonstrating Ongoing Commitment to the Armed Forces Community
Rheinmetall Defence UK is proud to announce its formal commitment to supporting the UK Armed Forces by signing the Armed Forces Covenant. This important step highlights Rheinmetall Defence UK’s dedication to recognising and honouring those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, as well as their families, in the workplace and beyond. The signing took place on 12 September at Rheinmetall House in Bristol, where Director Land Equipment (DLE) Major General Lizzie Faithful-Davies joined Rebecca Richards, Managing Director of Rheinmetall Defence UK, to officially sign the Covenant. This partnership underscores Rheinmetall Defence UK’s ongoing dedication to supporting the Armed Forces community through meaningful actions and initiatives. By signing…
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Rheinmetall expands cooperation with ICEYE and obtains exclusive rights to distribute SAR satellites to Germany and Hungary
Rheinmetall intensifies cooperation with Finnish company ICEYE Rheinmetall receives exclusive distribution rights for the German and Hungarian markets Participation in the world’s largest fleet of SAR satellites announced in June 2024 As part of this agreement, Rheinmetall will integrate ICEYE capabilities into their next generation battlefield systems. In addition, Rheinmetall and ICEYE are pursuing joint opportunities in several markets globally, including Germany and Hungary, where Rheinmetall now has exclusive rights to distribute ICEYE SAR satellites to military and government end-users under this agreement. Armin Papperger, CEO Rheinmetall AG: “The space domain is an integral part of a defence strategy and of great relevance to our military clients. We are convinced…
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Rheinmetall vertieft Zusammenarbeit mit ICEYE und vertreibt SAR-Satellitentechnologie gegenüber Deutschland und Ungarn exklusiv
Dazu haben beide Unternehmen eine entsprechende Kooperationsvereinbarung unterzeichnet. In diesem Zuge sichert sich Rheinmetall exklusiv die Rechte zur Vermarktung der SAR-Satelliten (Synthetisches Apertur Radar) an militärische und staatliche Endkunden im deutschen wie im ungarischen Markt. Im Juni 2024 hatte der Düsseldorfer Technologiekonzern bereits seine Beteiligung an der weltgrößten Flotte von Radar-Aufklärungssatelliten bekannt gegeben. Auf diesem Wege will Rheinmetall weltraumbasierte Aufklärungsdaten auf dem taktischen Gefechtsfeld nutzbar machen. "Die Domäne Weltraum ist ein integraler Bestandteil der Verteidigungsstrategie und hat für unsere Kunden große Relevanz“, sagte Armin Papperger, Vorstandsvorsitzender der Rheinmetall AG. „Wir sind überzeugt, dass wir mit unseren kombinierten Fähigkeiten innovative Ansätze entwickeln können und in Zukunft maßgeschneiderte Lösungen für unsere militärischen…
