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New Indian Express
3 days ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Hindustan Shipyard signs MoU with Pentagon rugged systems for anti-drone and communication technology
VISAKHAPATANAM: Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL), a defence public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Pentagon Rugged Systems India Limited to jointly work on the integration of Anti-Drone Systems and Long-Range Non-Line-of-Sight (NLOS) Communication Systems for naval applications. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed on July 5, focuses on two key areas including the deployment of indigenous Anti-Drone Systems aboard Indian naval ships and the advancement of secure, long-range communication capabilities that do not require a direct line of sight. The initiative aims to strengthen maritime operational readiness and address emerging threats in naval domains.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Enhancing naval operational capabilities through anti-drone systems
Visakhapatnam: In a significant step taken towards future warfare readiness, fostering indigenous innovation in maritime security, Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) forayed into a strategic partnership agreement. The partnership serves to indigenously develop and deploy robust anti-drone systems to counter the growing threat of unmanned aerial vehicles in maritime environments. Aimed at integrating cutting-edge anti-drone systems on naval ships that provide solutions in maritime security and communication, the agreement was signed with Pentagon Rugged Systems India Limited. The move intends to focus on two key areas. They include integration of advanced anti-drone systems on Indian naval ships and development and deployment of Long-Range Non-Line-of-Sight (NLOS) communication systems to enhance naval operational capabilities. These systems will offer real-time detection, tracking, and neutralisation of hostile drones, significantly enhancing the defensive capabilities of naval vessels up to 30 km, this indigenous system offers comprehensive protection to onboard assets and surrounding naval infrastructure jamming across the 400 MHz to 6 GHz spectrum, enabling the neutralisation of hostile drones without causing collateral damage. This alliance supports India's 'Make in India' and 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiatives, strengthening self-reliant defence manufacturing. Additionally, the collaboration will advance secure and resilient long-range communication capabilities that are not dependent on direct line of sight, which is critical for operations in complex maritime and littoral environments. Integration trials begin next quarter with deployment on frontline naval vessels soon after. Highlighting the urgency of countering asymmetric drone threats, CMD of HSL Cmde Hemant Khatri (Retd) affirmed the navy's need for robust counter-drone technologies. 'The MoU is a significant step towards Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence technology. Our partnership with Pentagon Rugged Systems (PRS) will not only enhance the combat readiness of our naval platforms but also foster indigenous innovation in maritime security.' Speaking on the occasion, MD of PRS India Ltd Swaminathan Manikandan, informed, 'We are proud to collaborate with the HSL to deliver indigenous, mission-critical, rugged, real-time, and scalable anti-drone technology tailored to address high-risk maritime threats.'
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First Post
4 days ago
- Business
- First Post
Indian Navy's platforms to get a boost with anti-drone systems, special long-range comms?
As unmanned aerial threats grow more sophisticated and prevalent, the Indian Navy has been prioritising counter-drone capabilities. Long-range NLOS communication solutions vital for ship-to-ship and ship-to-shore coordination are also being worked on read more Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Pentagon Rugged Systems India Limited to integrate anti-drone and long-range communication systems on Indian Navy platforms, in a significant move to enhance maritime warfare readiness. The agreement, signed on July 5, 2025, focuses on two key areas: the integration of advanced Anti-Drone Systems and the deployment of Long-Range Non-Line-of-Sight (NLOS) Communication Systems. These technologies are expected to bolster the Navy's operational capabilities in both blue-water and littoral theatres. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD As unmanned aerial threats grow more sophisticated and prevalent, the Indian Navy has been prioritising counter-drone capabilities. The anti-drone system being developed under this partnership promises real-time detection, tracking, and neutralisation of hostile drones, with coverage extending up to 30 km. The system is designed to jam frequencies across the 400 MHz to 6 GHz spectrum, enabling neutralisation without causing collateral damage to friendly systems or infrastructure. Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) has taken a decisive step towards future warfare readiness by signing a Strategic Partnership Agreement with Pentagon Rugged Systems India Limited on 05 Jul 2025 to jointly integrate cutting-edge Anti-Drone Systems on Naval ships with cutting-edge… — Chairman, Hindustan Shipyard Limited (@CMD_HSL) July 6, 2025 The partnership is also aligned with India's 'Make in India' and 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' programmes, with both companies aiming to indigenously design and produce the technologies. According to the official statement, integration trials are scheduled to begin in the next quarter, with deployment on frontline vessels to follow shortly after. Cmde Hemant Khatri, Chairman and Managing Director of HSL, stressed the urgency of equipping the Navy to counter asymmetric threats. 'This MoU is a significant step towards Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence technology. Our partnership with Pentagon Rugged Systems will not only enhance the combat readiness of our naval platforms but also foster indigenous innovation in maritime security.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The collaboration also targets long-range NLOS communication solutions, which are vital for ship-to-ship and ship-to-shore coordination in complex maritime environments where traditional line-of-sight communications can falter. These systems are expected to significantly improve the Navy's ability to operate in contested zones while maintaining secure and resilient communication links. This image illustrates how the NLOS enables communication over long distances. Image courtesy: HSL Dr. Swaminathan Manikandan, Managing Director of Pentagon Rugged Systems India Ltd, echoed the sentiment, saying, 'We are proud to collaborate with HSL to deliver indigenous, mission-critical, rugged, real-time, and scalable Anti-Drone technology tailored to address high-risk maritime threats.'
Yahoo
13-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
InnoEX Opens Today, ASTRI's Latest Low-altitude Economy Innovations on Display
HONG KONG, April 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) showcase a diverse range of emerging solutions for smart city innovation at the third edition of InnoEX, running from 13-16 April at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. ASTRI's technologies on display include advancements in the low-altitude economy (LAE), smart manufacturing, smart mobility, and smart pharmacy, underscoring Hong Kong's growing influence in the global innovation and technology (I&T) arena. Driving I&T Collaboration As Hong Kong's leading R&D centre, ASTRI remains steadfast in its mission to accelerate I&T commercialisation, supporting industry transformation and enhancing operational efficiency, said Ir Sunny Lee, Board Chairman of ASTRI. "At InnoEx, we engage with high-quality potential partners from home and abroad, exploring future partnerships through our cutting-edge, market-ready solutions," he said. "ASTRI celebrates its silver jubilee in 2025. To mark this milestone, we have set up a 'time-tunnel' at our booth to reflect on ASTRI's achievements over the past 25 years. As we enter a golden era for I&T development, we remain committed to leveraging technology for societal advancement, enabling smarter living and driving the development of new quality productive forces in Hong Kong." Ir Chris Chong, Acting CEO and Chief Operating Officer of ASTRI said ASTRI's award-wining technologies have been well-received by the industry. To date, ASTRI has been granted 1,100 patents and has completed 1,500 technology transfers. "We are excited to exhibit at InnoEX once again to showcase our R&D outcomes. We look forward to fostering deeper collaborations among the government, industry, academia, researchers and investors. By working together, we can expedite the journey of I&T breakthroughs from laboratory to the market, further solidifying Hong Kong's position as a global I&T hub." Showcasing Cutting-Edge Technologies InnoEX is jointly organised by the Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau of the HKSAR Government and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). As Asia's flagship I&T event, it has attracted distinguished visitors, including government officials and industry leaders keen to explore Hong Kong's thriving I&T ecosystem. Visitors to ASTRI's booth (3C-E03) in Hall 3C are introduced to an impressive array of pioneering technologies that promise to transform industries and enhance quality of life. These include: Smart LAE Delivery: This UAV-based solution delivers lightweight packages across urban areas with exceptional precision. Utilising ASTRI's RSU-Assisted GNSS-RTK Visual/INS Tightly-Coupled Positioning Algorithm, the system maintains accurate positioning even amid NLOS disturbances. This enables the UAV to deliver critical medicine efficiently and reliably to patients during emergencies. By circumventing urban traffic congestion, ASTRI's aerial delivery system significantly outpaces traditional vehicle-based delivery methods. Smart Pharmacy: The Smart Pharmacy initiative was first outlined in the Hospital Authority's Strategic Plan 2022-2027. In line with this visionary development, ASTRI has developed an innovative and effective Sensing Fusion Platform for Accurate and Smart Dispensing. The platform is designed to improve both the accuracy and efficiency of pharmacy operation in public hospitals, while alleviating the workload of frontline staff. To minimise the risk of human error, it introduces a range of unique features, including instant access to drug information, real-time monitoring of medication types and quantities, analysis of staff workloads and activities, and early warning alerts. Smart Mobility with C-V2X: ASTRI's Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) technology facilitates seamless communications between vehicles, pedestrians, roadside infrastructure, and networks. This ensures that road users receive timely reports and warnings, enhancing road safety effectively.C-V2X technology can be applied to real-time traffic monitoring, incident management, and route planning, significantly improving traffic efficiency. In the long run, C-V2X technology will play a crucial role in advancing autonomous driving by helping vehicles detect hidden dangers, further enhancing road safety and supporting the development of autonomous transportation systems. Smart Mobility with Risk Map: The Risk Map System, co-developed by ASTRI and MTRC, provides an automated and efficient way for managing, monitoring and alerting the condition and position of trackside equipment, and ultimately to enhance maintenance efficiency and railway safety. The innovation won the bronze medal at the 49th International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva. Smart Manufacturing with IndustriNET 5G: ASTRI's invention, IndustriNet, facilitates time-sensitive communications over 5G network through novel time synchronisation methods. It enhances the capabilities of 5G networks, making them suitable for applications in smart manufacturing and smart transportation. The solution fulfils smart factories' demanding requirements for high mobility and dependable wireless networking, expediting the advancement of new industrialisation. It garnered the gold medal at the 49th International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva. Smart Manufacturing with TrainLite: As manufacturers increasingly seek to upgrade and transform their operations with technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), many face the challenge of lacking access to mature big data systems. To address this general industry pain point, the TrainLite platform empowers manufacturers to develop AI learning prototypes using limited datasets. This enables automated quality inspection on production lines at a lower cost while simultaneously enhancing production efficiency and quality. TrainLite's technology is versatile and applicable across a wide range of products, including fabrics, printed circuit boards, chips, automobiles, and displays. It received the Special Award for Innovation – King Abdulaziz University at the 48th International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva. Championing Innovation at the Forum As a panellist at the "Tech-Driven Industry and Economy Conference Powered by HKSARG OASES" this morning, Ir Chris Chong shared insights into ASTRI's successful R&D projects and demonstrate how technology transfer and commercialisation are turning innovative ideas into market-ready solutions. Tomorrow (14 April), he will take the stage as the moderator for the Innovation Forum: France-Hong Kong Shaping Green Efficiency, Smart Mobility & Digital Transformation, organised by Consulate General of France in Hong Kong & Macau and Business France, to explore the role of technology in shaping future smart city. Promoting Cross-Sectors I&T Partnership InnoEX is running concurrently with the HKTDC Electronics Fair (Spring Edition). The two fairs bring together 2,800 exhibitors from 29 countries and regions, attracting global visitors to facilitate collaboration and knowledge exchange across industries. ASTRI Corporate Website – InnoEX - Photos Download: About ASTRI Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) was founded by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in 2000 with the mission of enhancing Hong Kong's competitiveness through applied research. ASTRI's core R&D competence in various areas is grouped under five Technology Divisions: Advanced Electronic Components and Systems; Artificial Intelligence and Trust Technologies; Communications Technologies; Intelligent Perception and Control Technologies, and IoT Sensing and AI Technologies. It is applied across six core areas which are Smart City, Financial Technologies, New Industrialisation and Intelligent Manufacturing, Digital Health, Application Specific Integrated Circuits and Metaverse. Over the years, ASTRI has nurtured a pool of research, I&T talents and received numerous international awards for its pioneering innovations as well as outstanding business and community contributions. ASTRI has transferred more than 1,500 technologies to the industry and has been granted over 1,100 patents in the Mainland, the United States, and other countries. 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