Kelvin Hughes details latest order
Kelvin Hughes’ SharpEye radar systems will be installed on a range of vessels being delivered to the Royal Oman Police Coast Guard (ROPCG) under a contract with Rodman Polyships announced on 24 March.
The X and S band SharpEye radar systems will give the vessels advanced maritime situational awareness for their patrol mission along the full extent of the 1700km Omani coastline.
Through the Doppler processing of the radar returns, SharpEye can identify objects with a low Radar Cross Section, from semi-submersed objects to the smallest of uncooperative craft, even in severe weather conditions. The radar’s low power output reduces the probability of detection by ESM equipment.
Paul Mariner, regional sales manager, Kelvin Hughes, said: ‘We’re delighted to have won this contract - a further confirmation of the superior performance, reliability and cost-efficiency of our SharpEye radar systems. We’re now looking forward to working closely with Rodman Polyships to provide the ROPCG with the very best in maritime situational awareness.’
Delivery of the vessels will begin this year and continue into early 2017.
Related Equipment in Defence Insight
More from Naval Warfare
-
![HMS Agamemnon: details of the dive and what the Astute-class signifies for the UK Royal Navy]()
HMS Agamemnon: details of the dive and what the Astute-class signifies for the UK Royal Navy
As HMS Agamemnon moves closer towards joining the UK’s in-service submarine fleet, how does the sixth Astute-class fit into the Royal Navy’s defence strategy?
-
![French Navy frigates to align with Hellenic Navy after Aster missile enhancement]()
French Navy frigates to align with Hellenic Navy after Aster missile enhancement
The FDI frigates will have an enhanced warfare capability that matches the configuration of ships ordered by Greece.
-
![Khabarovsk submarine launch reflects Russia’s nuclear modernisation progress]()
Khabarovsk submarine launch reflects Russia’s nuclear modernisation progress
The nuclear-powered vessel, which could carry the Poseidon autonomous torpedo – dubbed the “doomsday missile” – marks another step forward in Russia’s maritime defence push.
-
![Anduril Australia shows first Ghost Shark for RAN at factory opening]()
Anduril Australia shows first Ghost Shark for RAN at factory opening
The new underwater vehicle has been described as an “important deterrent” thanks to its ability to operate undetected for extended periods of time.
