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BAE SYSTEMS Technology Fights Sea Terrorism - PALS On Display At IDEX 2005

13 Feb 2005

BAE Systems Avionics Group will unveil its newly developed marine technology Passive Littoral Surveillance System (PALS) at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2005) in Abu Dhabi this week this is the first time that this equipment has been displayed in the Middle East.

PALS is designed to provide coastguards and naval authorities with a major new technological advantage in the fight against smuggling and maritime terrorism, enhancing the monitoring and protection of coasts and borders. It uses specially developed equipment to enable authorities to covertly examine the radar signature of vessels and, using a library of contact information, to quickly pin-point unknown vessels possibly engaged in illegal activity. The low cost system is simple to use and includes fully automated settings with visual and audio aids. A trained operator can use it to its full potential whilst still performing other tasks.

PALS will enable patrol forces to use their assets more effectively both strategically and tactically and will enable the user to build up a better picture of civilian vessels operating in their area.

The co-ordination of intelligent assets is key to providing a safe and secure environment where trade and commerce can flourish. BAE Systems has extensive expertise in originating solutions that provide real time information that can be used to make intelligent decisions.

James Simpson, Head of Naval Electronic Warfare Campaigns for BAE Systems Avionics said This is an exceptionally effective and proven system which will enable our customers to protect their coastal areas and which will provide sea commanders with a means of more quickly identifying suspect vessels. This system is simple to install and very user friendly and we are delighted to be able to demonstrate 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