Eurosatory 2018: CONTROP to Reveal New Targeting Payload for RWSs, AFVs

CONTROP Precision Technologies will reveal the SIGHT-HD, a specialized targeting EO/IR payload for Remote Weapons Stations (RWSs) and Armored Fighting Vehicles (AFVs), at Eurosatory 2018. 

SafeShoot to Introduce Solution to Prevent Friendly Fire at Eurosatory 2018

Israel-based SafeShoot will introduce GreenShield, a unique solution for the prevention of friendly fire incidents at Eurosatory 2018.

SafeShoot offers two types of devices: The Shooter Device is applicable for the shooting elements within the forces including heavy direct fire weapons (tanks or RWS), UAVs, attack helicopters, light infantry weapons, and relevant HLS weapons (pistols, etc.). The Defender Device is designed for non-shooting elements such as support units, search dogs, instructors, medical aid and evacuation personnel.

Eurosatory 2018: Marom Dolphin to Unveil Integrated Carbon Skeleton System

Marom Dolphin, an Israeli manufacturer in the field of tactical textile solutions and personal military supplies for armed forces, police units, law enforcement agencies, security services, and civilian authorities, will unveil at Eurosatory 2018 the FUSION, an integrated carbon skeleton system that connects a soldier’s vest and backpack, enabling quick removal of the backpack, as needed. This low-weight, durable system allows efficient weight distribution and flexibility.

Seven Remarks Regarding the Latest Round of Fighting in Gaza

1. Limited Confrontation: If the rocket that exploded last week in a Gaza Envelope kindergarten had been launched while the kindergarten was full of toddlers, the Israeli military response would, presumably, have been particularly harsh. Fortunately, the kindergarten was empty, and the Chief of Staff, who came to meet the children a few long hours later, conveyed a message: things are still under control. Both sides employ their fire judiciously.

Eurosatory 2018: Gaia to Present Two Families of Armored Vehicles

Gaia Automotive Industries, an Israeli developer of automotive defense products for various applications, will present its ‘THUNDER’ and ‘AMIR’ armored vehicles at EUROSATORY 2018 that will take place in Paris in mid-June.

Eurosatory 2018: General Robotics to Showcase Pitbull RWS with Anti-Drone Capabilities

General Robotics, an Israeli company specializing in developing, manufacturing and marketing advanced robotic systems for defense and homeland security applications will showcase the Pitbull, an ultralight remote weapon station with anti-drone (AD) capabilities at the Eurosatory 2018 show.

Eurosatory 2018: MAGAM to Showcase Self-Sealing Flexible Fuel Tank

Magam Safety, an Israeli manufacturer of protective, rescue, and survivability equipment, will showcase at Eurosatory 2018 a self-sealing flexible fuel tank that prevents fuel leakage caused by ballistic damage following penetration of up to a 20mm bullet. The flexible tanks are suitable for a variety of applications including military tanks, helicopters, and UAVs.

Rafael Launches New Networked Attack System

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems has unveiled the development of an advanced networked attack system designed to deliver multiple simultaneous selected precision effects on time-critical targets within seconds of their acquisition.

Elbit to Supply Underwater Sound Source System to South Korean Navy

Elbit Systems announced on Thursday that its wholly-owned subsidiary in Canada, GeoSpectrum Technologies Inc. (GTI), was awarded a contract from STX Engine Co., to deliver a full end-to-end Underwater Sound Source System (USSS) and software package to the Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy. The systems will be supplied by the end of 2018. The contract is in an amount that is not material to Elbit Systems. 

IAI Reports Record-High Order Backlog in Q1 2018

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), Israel's largest national military and civilian security defense company, issues its consolidated financial statements for the three months ended March 31, 2018.