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Naval Defense Industry News - Germany, Colombia |
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Cassidian Optronics modernizes sighting systems of Colombian Navy submarines |
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Cassidian Optronics improves the mission effectiveness of the 209 class
submarines of the Colombian Navy by installing state-of-the-art sighting
systems. After the already ordered refurbishment of an attack periscope,
the Colombian Navy has now ordered a SERO 250 search periscope from
Cassidian Optronics for a 209 Class submarine. Cassidian Optronics is
the well-known producer of optronic mast systems and periscopes for
submarines, formerly known as Carl Zeiss Optronics. |
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Cassidian Optronics Submarines Mast on Class 209 Submarine
(picture: Cassidian Optronics)
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This contract is the first in a series of contracts
aimed at the final replacement of all current optical systems on board
the existing Class 209 submarines of the Colombian Navy. These submarines
were commissioned in 1975 and are now in an overhaul and upgrade phase.
The current programme is under contract to the German shipbuilding company
HDW in Kiel. Cassidian Optronics' SERO 250 was chosen because it is
a modern and cost effective plug-in solution replacing older periscopes
without having to make major modifications to the boat.
One of the main criteria for a periscope upgrade in submarines is the
increase in capabilities. The SERO 250 periscope is equipped with state-of-the-art
sensors. These include a new generation infrared sensor, offering the
crew a night vision capability. It was specifically designed for the
submarine refit market to replace legacy systems with minimal platform
adaptation. In the integration process local partners in Columbia will
be involved.
Previously, Cassidian Optronics won different programmes within the
retrofit market, including the upgrade programme of the Turkish Navy's
AY-Class submarines. (More information about Cassidian Optronics maritime
solutions under.
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