Fire and… Forget

Kornet-EM multi-purpose long-range missile complex will be among the highlights on the KBP Instrument Design Bureau stand at Russia Arms EXPO 2013 (RAE 2013), the IX International Exhibition of Arms, Military Equipment, and Ammunition. Fitted with a jam-resistant automatic beam-riding guidance system, this complex is intended against ground and air targets.

Kornet-EM can engage last-generation ERA-protected tanks, light armor, emplacements, and naval and air targets (e.g. UAVs and helicopters) at ranges of up to  10 km. In terms of cost/efficiency ratio, Kornet-EM far exceeds other air defense complexes of similar range. Its automatic guidance mode realizes the fire-and-forget principle without using costly target-seeking devices in the missile, which greatly reduces stress loads on the operator and makes the weapons less demanding to operator qualification, reducing personnel training time.
One of the advantages of Kornet-EM is the possibility of mounting the complex on a self-propelled platform or building a carried version with tripod mounting. Kornet-EM can be mounted on a wide range of light vehicles (0.8 to 1.5 tons). In double-launcher version, the complex has eight missiles ready to be fired, with a total onboard load of 16 missiles. Volley firing at two targets at once greatly increases the effective rate of fire and firepower of the unit.
The KBP Instrument Design Bureau is one of the leading design and construction organizations in Russia's defense industry. Since 2008, KBP has been part of Rostec State Corporation, being one of the key organizations within the High-Precision Weapons holding. Over its history, KBP has developed and mass-produced over 150 types of weapons and military equipment. Today, KBP is a powerful research and production center, creating state-of-the-art high-accuracy weapons. Current KBP developments feature over 6,000 patented inventions.

Right on Target, Day and Night

At Russia Arms EXPO 2013 (RAE 2013), the IX International Exhibition of Arms, Military Equipment, and Ammunition, KBP Instrument Design Bureau will present the B05Ya01 weapons complex for armored vehicles, fitted with a fire control system and the Kornet-E  ATGW. 

This module is designed to be fitted on BMP-1 and BMP-2 infantry fighting vehicles, as well as to Russian and international IFVs and APCs. Mounted on the standard chassis, the module provides great firepower with its 30-mm automatic cannon, four launchers for the Kornet-E third-generation ATGW system, an AG-30 30-mm automatic grenade launcher, and a new automated day-and-night fire control system. The total firepower is greater than that of today's best infantry fighting vehicles. 

The new weapons complex of the upgraded BMP-2 allows engaging almost any target at ranges of up 8,000 meters, at any time of day, on the move or while floating. The Kornet-E ATGW system is capable of engaging explosive-reactive armored targets, including new-generation battle tanks and fortifications. Besides, this complex can provide continuous fire support for advancing tanks. 

The KBP Instrument Design Bureau is one of the leading design and construction organizations in Russia's defense industry. Since 2008, KBP has been part of Rostec State Corporation, being one of the key organizations within the High-Precision Weapons holding. Over its history, KBP has developed and mass-produced over 150 types of weapons and military equipment. Today, KBP is a powerful research and production center, creating state-of-the-art high-accuracy weapons. Current KBP developments feature over 6,000 patented inventions. 

Russia Arms EXPO 2013 is taking place at the Nizhniy Tagil State Demonstration and Exhibition Center of Armaments and Military Equipment of the Nizhniy Tagil Metal Testing Institute (NTIIM). Over a period of four days, participants and visitors of the Exhibition will see the latest and greatest achievements of Russia's defense industry along with the most advanced examples of international military equipment, as 400 exhibitors from 50 countries of the world will demonstrate unique characteristics of their products. In general, RAE 2013 will outline a full picture of the priorities, achievements, and future potential of not only Russia's, but the world's defense industry. 

Personnel Protection above All

SBA-62 special-purpose armored vehicle will be among the exhibits brought by Zaschita Corporation to Russia Arms EXPO 2013 (RAE 2013), the IX International Exhibition of Arms, Military Equipment, and Ammunition. The vehicle is designed to transport personnel and cargo in all climates and on all terrains.

Armored to ensure high level of protection per GOST 50963-96 (cabin – class 5, armored module – class 6), the SBA-62 withstands the blast of an F-1 hand grenade beneath and on the roof and carries armor-protected fuel tanks and batteries. The armored module can be padded to protect its occupants against spall and ricochets. It has bulletproof windows with built-in firing ports for troops riding inside.

Based on the KAMAZ-43118 chassis, the SBA-62 comes in two versions: an 18-seat armored module with two hinged doors in the front and one hinged door in the rear, and a 20-seat armored module with two hinged doors in the rear. A separate heater, an air conditioner, and a ventilation and gas extraction system ensure comfort in the cabin.

Zaschita Corporation is one of Russia's top manufacturers of special-purpose and armored vehicles, as well as individual protection gear. Founded in 1993, Zaschita Corporation specializes in design and research of new prototypes for law enforcement and the military as well as for civilian customers. Its vehicles have high performance and protection characteristics, which ensures their advantage over Russian and international competition.

Comfortable Security

Special armored vehicle SBA-60K2 Bulat, designed as personnel or weapons/equipment carrier, will be featured at the Zaschita Corporation stand at Russia Arms EXPO 2013 (RAE 2013), the IX International Exhibition of Arms, Military Equipment, and Ammunition.

The SBA-60K2 Bulat, based on Russian-made KAMAZ military truck chassis, has increased cargo capacity and better performance on and off road, along with bullet and landmine armor (up to class 6 according to GOST R 50963-96 standard). The vehicle is fitted with bulletproof glazing with built-in firing ports. Inside, the vehicle can be lined to protect its occupants from spall and ricochets. A seven-ton winch is mounted in the front part of the vehicle.

The SBA-60K2 Bulat can be operated in all climates and on all terrains. Its total seating capacity is 10 people: 2 crew and 8 troopers. Its console-mounted seats with built-in shock absorbers help mitigate the effect of explosion on its occupants. The vehicle is fitted with a HVAC system that can be complemented with an optional filtering unit to ensure maximum comfort for the crew.

Zaschita Corporation is one of Russia's top manufacturers of special-purpose and armored vehicles, as well as individual protection gear. Founded in 1993, Zaschita Corporation specializes in design and research of new prototypes for law enforcement and the military as well as for civilian customers. Its vehicles have high performance and protection characteristics, which ensures their advantage over Russian and international competition.

Russia and France to cooperate at RAE

Major French manufacturers of armaments, military equipment, and electronics will take part in Russia Arms EXPO 2013 (RAE 2013), the IX International Exhibition of Arms, Military Equipment, and Ammunition. The news was announced in Yekaterinburg, at the XIV session of the Russia-France Military and Technical Cooperation Committee. Alexander Petrov, Chairman of the Government of Sverdlovsk District, presented the Exhibition to the French delegation. This presentation comes on the back of a long campaign by regional government and local companies to attract French exhibitors.

As a result major holdings such as Nexter, Renault Trucks Defense, Sagem Safran group and other companies, have already confirmed their participation in RAE 2013.

Considering the high status of the event, the French delegation will have among its members Gen. Colas Des Francs, Director General of Eurosatory, France's biggest weapons and military equipment exhibition.

Each of the French companies that have confirmed their participation produces a wide range of products for all arms of service. The Nexter Holding specializes in the manufacturing of tanks, tank munitions, and upgrade kits for currently fielded systems. Safran Sagem is the world leader in helicopter control systems and Europe's top manufacturer of UAVs. Renault Truck Defense has a long-standing reputation in the world as a manufacturer of armored vehicles and special-purpose trucks, whose 100-year experience is relied upon by armies of five continents.

RAE 2013: Click like!

Russia Arms EXPO 2013 (RAE 2013), the IX International Exhibition of Arms, Military Equipment, and Ammunition is taking a step towards social media.

RAE 2013 is getting new visuals this year that reflect the immense work by the organizers to develop and implement the event's new concept and business program. Exhibition's new logo is designed to outline its innovative mode and international status. "It was our decision to turn RAE 2013 into a leading Russian and international arms event that made us radically change our organizational and promotional approach. The rebranding campaign has touched upon everything. This year we are forming both the exhibition and business programs very differently. We have changed our approach to participants: speakers, as well as exhibitors" – says Alexei Zharich, Chief Communications Officer, Uralvagonzavod. According to the official, this approach has already attracted new international exhibitors.

Such transformation could not have gone without affecting the concept of media campaign for the event. The organizers have decided to take advantage of the ever-growing influence of social media by launching exhibition's accounts on all major networks including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube Slideshare, Blogspot and Flickr. Internet users worldwide can log in to those pages to find and discuss news, photos and exclusive videos about the Event and Russian defense industry. Also people can follow the Exhibition's preparation work as some of the events will be broadcast live as they unfold.

Russia's Defense Industry: A Well-Known Stranger

The past and present of Russia's defense industry will be the key topic of Kommersant's latest Business Guide supplement, out on May 30, 2013.

The country's military industry is on the rise now, with the state pumping serious money into arms procurement and production facility upgrades. The legal base for placement and realization of state defense order has been laid down, and relations among players in the industry are becoming more constructive and reasonable. Thanks to all this, the military complex, enormous in Soviet times and shrunk dramatically afterwards, is now finally getting back on its feet.

Sure enough, the industry is still facing plenty of challenges: understaffing, outdated equipment at production and research facilities, and the nearly-depleted legacy of technologies and know-hows inherited from the USSR. However, Dmitry Rogozin, Russia's Deputy Prime Minister in charge of defense industry, thinks it is time to get down to work, as united efforts by authorities, industrialists, expert community, and the public will help rejuvenate the country's defense industry and take it to an entirely new level.

An article in the Business Guide covering the conference 'Key development issues of defense industry of the Russian Federation' tells the story of Russia's defense industry from the very beginning. BG recollects what the military commission looked like when it all started and what it looks like now.

Peculiarities and plans for the future of Russia's response to DARPA, the Foundation for Advanced Research Projects in the Defense Industry, are covered in an interview with the Foundation's Director General Andrey Grigoryev.
In another article in the latest Business Guide, its authors ask why innovative defense industry centers, whose civilian products are on par with those of foreign competitors, are forced to sell them at lower prices than international competitors.

A special insert in the supplement is dedicated to a milestone event in the industry – Russia Arms EXPO 2013 (RAE 2013), the IX International Exhibition of Arms, Military Equipment, and Ammunition. It is taking place this September in Nizhniy Tagil, and preparations are in full swing now to demonstrate the latest achievements of Russia's military industry. RAE-2013 is expected to promote Russian-made military equipment, armaments, and ammunition in the domestic and international markets and boost business ties among military equipment manufacturers and customers all over the world.

Oleg Sienko, Director General of Uralvagonzavod, the General Coordinator of Russia Arms EXPO, tells more about things to be seen at RAE-2013 and key goals of the exhibition. He says that the unique Nizhniy Tagil test range, 52 km long an 7 km wide, unequalled in the world in terms of size and capabilities, will gather the top players in the industry to discuss and evaluate the latest examples of military hardware. The venue's unique properties will help fully showcase combat capabilities of armored vehicles and other units, combining a rich business agenda with a colorful show program. There is even more to come, though. According to Oleg Sienko, work is already in progress to further improve the venue's infrastructure: test tracks and pavilions are being rebuilt, new obstacle courses are being set up, and telecom infrastructure being upgraded. The result: a richer business agenda of the exhibition, and even more spectacular shows for experts and common visitors of RAE-2013.

On Land and At Sea

At Russia Arms EXPO 2013 (RAE 2013), the IX International Exhibition of Arms, Military Equipment, and Ammunition, Russia's Mechanical Engineering Research Institute (NIMI) will present its lineup of munitions for tank, antitank, field, and naval artillery.

The oldest manufacturers of this type of munitions in Russia, NIMI will showcase on its stands full-scale mock-ups of 3VBM17, 3VBK16, 3OF36 rounds for 125mm tank guns with armor-piercing, high-explosive, and HEAT projectiles. Also on show will be full-scale mock-ups of 152mm HE shells for 2A65 Msta-B and 2S19 Msta-S howitzers.

For naval artillery, NIMI is bringing 76mm, 100mm, and 130mm rounds in various versions (HE, anti-aircraft, and radio-fused projectiles), capable of destroying ground and naval targets. A full-scale mock-up of a 100mm shell for BMP-3 infantry fighting vehicle will surely enjoy special interest of visitors.

The history of NIMI dates back to 1932. The Institute's developments played an extremely important role during World War II; for example, it was NIMI that developed the technologies required for mass production of rockets for the famous
Katyusha multiple rocket launchers.

The Institute has been exporting its products since as early as 1937. Most Soviet- and Russian-made ammunitions in the world have been developed in NIMI. Today, NIMI's specialists are working on new generations of conventional and guided projectiles as well as a number of civilian products including oil transportation equipment.

Free Airflow

At Russia Arms EXPO 2013 (RAE 2013), the IX International Exhibition of Arms, Military Equipment, and Ammunition, Industrial Power Units Company (PSM Ltd) will present the AD200, its in-house developed diesel generator set.

The AD200 is fitted with a noise insulation casing, a YaMZ diesel engine (Avtodizel JSC, Yaroslavl), a synchronous generator, a coolant preheater, and a microprocessor-based control unit developed in-house by PSM specialists. The diesel generator to be featured at RAE 2013 is used to power aircraft ground air conditioners.

PSM LTD is Russia's largest company specializing in the engineering, manufacturing and servicing of diesel-powered special equipment. In the market since 2005, PSM now is the leading Russian manufacturer of diesel gensets and pumping units, supplying complex primary and backup power supply solutions for most different facilities. The company possesses a number of engineering and design know-hows for defense industry, oil and gas sphere, mining, railway transport, telecommunications, and so on.

PSM employees' colossal experience in construction and design allows the company to blend the best Russian and international solutions with the latest trends in power generation engineering.