Torpedo defences on the alert

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The development of a new generation of torpedo defense systems has become a challenging task for the world's navies, particularly for integrated torpedo defense required for new generation surface ships and submarines. The factor that most affects development of such sophisticated equipment, however, is the lack of funding which spurred several navies, and industry as well, to participate in collaborative torpedo defense programs. Currently, most navies mainly rely on small scale, incremental enhancements to present torpedo defense systems to maintain a sufficient capability against torpedo attacks.

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing, ASW Sensors NEC, Antisubmarine warfare, Military detection equipment

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Multi-mission firepower, flexibility

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Upcoming versions of naval vertical launchers will have the capability to launch all types of missiles in greater numbers, and comprise less intricacy. Additional advantages include lesser weight and size, and capacity to initiate countermeasures, as well as accommodate other types of munition. Among the several systems under development or slated for subsequent introduction, are a vertical-launch-capable variant of the Crotale VT-1 from Thomson-CSF; the Concentric Canister Launcher (CCL) program of the US; and a system being developed by Matra BAe Dynamics, that utilizes soft vertical launch.

Other Ordnance and Accessories Manufacturing, Launchers & Related Equip, Crotale VT-1

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NATO Seasparrow: 30 years old, going strong

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The Seasparrow surface-to-air missile program celebrates its 30th anniversary as the biggest, longest, continuous and most successful collaborative device ever launched by the NATO. The NATO Seasparrow project, which began in 1968, was envisioned to promote the idea that no country should bear the burden and risks of weapons systems development. The system is currently undergoing several improvements that will be introduced in the next century.

Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing, Surface-to-Air Missiles

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