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BAE SYSTEMS Uncooled Thermal Imaging Technology Keeps Armoured Vehicles Fighting In All Conditions

13 Feb 2005

BAE Systems Avionics Group will demonstrate the benefits of its Drivers Night Vision System (DNVS) at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2005) in Abu Dhabi this week

This system uses state of the art uncooled thermal imaging technology to enhance the operability of an armoured fighting vehicle by providing the driver with optimum vision and improved 24-hour all weather situational awareness for todays battlefield environment.

DNVS has already been selected as the indirect vision system for the UKs new Terrier armoured fighting vehicle and follows its selection for the UK Engineering tank systems, Trojan and Titan. The system offers a significant enhancement in driver visibility in all conditions and is suitable for the majority of vehicles without modification, making it extremely versatile, reliable and user-friendly.

DNVS thermal imaging technology has also been selected by the US for the next generation of individual weapon sights and surveillance and target acquisition systems.

Roy Pilkington, Head of Sales and Marketing, said, Our DNVS System is the only thermal imager selected for use on UK tracked vehicles and we are very proud of its robust and practical capabilities giving our forces the edge in difficult and demanding conditions. We are looking forward to displaying it at IDEX 2005.

About BAE SYSTEMS

BAE Systems is an international company engaged in the development, delivery and support of advanced defence and aerospace systems in the air, on land, at sea and in space. The company designs, manufactures and supports military aircraft, surface ships, submarines, fighting vehicles, radar, avionics, communications, electronics and guided weapon systems. It is a pioneer in technology with a heritage stretching back hundreds of years. It is at the forefront of innovation, working to develop the next generation of intelligent defence systems.

BAE Systems has major operations across five continents and customers in some 130 countries. The company has more than 90,000 people and generates annual sales of approximately 12 billion through its wholly-owned and joint venture operations.

About BAE SYSTEMS Avionics

BAE Systems Avionics is one of Europe's leading avionics companies, and the UK' s foremost supplier of electronic systems for military platforms in the air, at sea and on land. With its head office at Basildon in the UK, the Avionics organisation has major sites in southern England and Scotland. The Group employs 4,900 people.

For further information, please contact:

Jane Macfarlane, External Communications Manager, BAE Systems Avionics Group
Tel: +44 (0) 131 343 8993 Mob: +44 (0) 7736 810172