Singapore’s DSTA strengthens partnership with Safran

Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) and Safran Electronics & Defense have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on the sidelines of Euronaval 2024 on 4 November 2024. This MOU aims to drive innovation in defense technology and advance defense capabilities through improved performance, availability and sustainability of platforms operated by the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF). This signing builds upon the agreement signed between both organisations in March 2023, which includes collaboration in smart technologies, talent development and long-term supportability. The new MOU will focus on enhancing the capabilities of a weapon control system to address emerging and asymmetric threats. It includes exploring the development of a decision support tool to quicken the engagement response time, as well as tapping on smart ammunition technology to maximise system effectiveness against such threats. “Collaborating with Safran will allow us to bring our diverse expertise together, stay ahead of evolving technology and enhance our capabilities. Through this partnership, we will accelerate technological advancement and co-develop innovative solutions to counter emerging threats” said Ng Chad-Son, Chief Executive of DSTA. “As threats continue to evolve, so too must the systems designed to counter them” added Franck Saudo, President of Safran Electronics & Defense. “In conjunction with advancements in target identification, the development of sophisticated decision support algorithms plays a pivotal role in modern defence. We are proud to take on this challenge alongside DSTA.” Singapore Navy chooses key Safran systems Safran Electronics & Defense has been selected by Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) to outfit the country’s naval vessels. The contracts signed to date concern the supply of Electro-Optical (EO) observation systems and processing units for Gun Fire Control Systems (GFCS). The Singapore Navy’s new Multi Role Combat Vessels (MRCV) and Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPV) will be fitted with the state-of-the-art EO optronic sight and the new generation GFCS. The EO comprises high-definition sensors and a multispectral telescope, for long-range identification of targets day or night and under poor visibility conditions. The GFCS is a smart Command and Control (C2) system that processes information from various shipborne sensors to control the ship’s weapon systems. As part of the modernisation of the Singapore Navy’s Formidable-Class Frigates, the new generation GFCS product line was also contracted. “These contracts reflect DSTA’s trust in our products,” said Alexandre Ziegler, Executive VP, Defense GBU of Safran Electronics & Defense. “By choosing our solutions, the Singapore navy is giving its fleet the latest observation and engagement technologies.” For Editorial Inquiries Contact: Editor Kym Bergmann at [email protected] For Advertising Inquiries Contact: Group Sales Director Simon Hadfield at [email protected]