Forceshield, Startstreak to enhance national air defence system
New Straits Times – Thu, Sep 17, 2015
KUALA LUMPUR: The national air defence system will see an upgrade to a more sophisticated and world standard capability after acquiring two new air defence guided missile systems, ForceSHIELD and STARStreak, soon, said Chief of Defence Forces Gen Tan Sri Zulkifeli Md Zin.
He said the acquisition of the systems, produced by the Thales Group, was much needed as the air defence system had not been upgraded since the 90s.
“We need the new defence systems to strengthen our air capability,” he said at a media conference after attending the 82nd Malaysian Armed Forces Day parade at Sungai Besi Premier Camp today.
On Tuesday, Thales announced the supplying of the systems to the Malaysian Armed Forces.
It said in a media statement that apart from the STARStreak and ForceSHIELD guided missiles, the air defence system would also comprise the CONTROLMaster200 radar and weapons coordination system, RAPIDRanger mobile weapons systems and next-generation Lightweight Multiple Launchers (LML) as well as related communications systems.
The Weststar Group has been
recently appointed as the main contractor
for Ministry of Defence
Malaysia, (MINDEF) procurement of the latest state-of-the-art STARStreak Very
Short Range Air Defence (VSHORAD) system from Thales Air Defense Limited UK,
the Malaysian company announces today.
The system is a leading VSHORAD
system available in the market today, therefore providing MINDEF enhanced
capability to protect key national assets against both established and emerging
threats.
The Malaysian defense industry
will benefit through the offset program offered by THALES. Among the benefits
to be reaped is the transfer of technology in hardware and software
applications that correlate to the system as well as in other related fields.
In addition, THALES has also offered training packages for the operator and
technicians to ensure smooth operation over the life cycle of the system.
The STARStreak is
a short range surface-to-air missile or MAN Portable Air Defense System
(MANPADS) designed and manufactured by Thales United Kingdom. The missile,
which travels at more than three times the speed of sound, uses a system of
three dart-like projectiles, allowing multiple hits on the target.
Witnessing the contract handover
at the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) were Malaysian Defense Minister YB Dato'
Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein and United Kingdom Minister of State for Defence
Procurement, Philip Dunne.
The Weststar Group Managing
Director, Tan Sri Syed Azman said, “The deal involves MINDEF upgrading their
existing missile defense system by capitalizing on the trade-in opportunity for
the previous Starburst missiles with the much-improved Starstreak missiles.
This has enabled MINDEF to realize substantial savings in the process.”
"MINDEF is delighted with
the procurement of the system, as it will be a key part of augmenting the
capabilities of the nation’s air defense forces as a whole. The system is being
procured in part of a trade-in program of the decommissioned Starburst
missiles," said the Weststar Group in an official release. The
delivery of the integrated air defense system will come in a complete package
that includes an air surveillance/engagement radar as well as a command and
control system.
The lightweight multiple launcher
(LML) has an automatic fire unit and can be carried on light wheeled vehicle as
Land Rover.
Thales has addressed the needs of
military users around the world and introduced major improvements to provide
increased range beyond 7 km, increased coverage and altitude and improved
guidance precision against small targets.
The STARStreak hittiles are
designed to defeat both heavily armoured and light skin aerial targets. On
penetrating the targets the hittiles will inflict high levels of kinetic energy
damage and each hittile also has a fragmenting warhead which detonates inside
the target to maximise lethality. The strike is highly precise yet collateral
damage is minimised.
GK-M1 4x4 tactical vehicle with a Lightweight Multiple Missile Launcher
armed with STARStreak missiles
The Weststar Group Appointed As The Main Contractor For MINDEF VSHORAD Procurement
03 Agustus 2015 Defence STudies
Kuala Lumpur -: The Weststar Group is pleased to announce that it has been recently appointed as the main contractor for Ministry of Defence Malaysia, (MINDEF) procurement of the latest state-of-the-art STARStreak Very Short Range Air Defence (VSHORAD) system from Thales Air Defense Limited UK.
The system is a leading VSHORAD system available in the market today, therefore providing MINDEF enhanced capability to protect key national assets against both established and emerging threats.
Witnessing the contract handover at the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) were Malaysian Defense Minister YB Dato’ Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein and United Kingdom Minister of State for Defence Procurement, Philip Dunne.
The Weststar Group Managing Director, Tan Sri Syed Azman said, “The deal involves MINDEF upgrading their existing missile defense system by capitalizing on the trade-in opportunity for the previous Starburst missiles with the much-improved Starstreak missiles. This has enabled MINDEF to realize substantial savings in the process.”
MINDEF is delighted with the procurement of the system, as it will be a key part of augmenting the capabilities of the nation’s air defense forces as a whole. The system is being procured in part of a trade-in program of the decommissioned Starburst missiles. The delivery of the integrated air defense system will come in a complete package that includes an air surveillance/engagement radar as well as a command and control system.
THALES has produced the fastest new generation very short-range air defense missiles that can accelerate to a peak velocity of Mach 3. These missiles boast the ability to fly a kilometer within a second. Furthermore, with the assistance of a laser beam, the operator controls all three of the dart-missiles simultaneously. As a result, the laser beam guide increases positive target and reduces the risk of collateral damage.
The STARStreak system has been designed to provide detection, threat evaluation, weapon allocation and engagement of a range of threats including fixed-wing, helicopters, missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles.
The Malaysian defense industry will benefit through the offset program offered by THALES. Among the benefits to be reaped is the transfer of technology in hardware and software applications that correlate to the system as well as in other related fields. In addition, THALES has also offered training packages for the operator and technicians to ensure smooth operation over the life cycle of the system.
The system is a leading VSHORAD system available in the market today, therefore providing MINDEF enhanced capability to protect key national assets against both established and emerging threats.
Witnessing the contract handover at the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) were Malaysian Defense Minister YB Dato’ Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein and United Kingdom Minister of State for Defence Procurement, Philip Dunne.
The Weststar Group Managing Director, Tan Sri Syed Azman said, “The deal involves MINDEF upgrading their existing missile defense system by capitalizing on the trade-in opportunity for the previous Starburst missiles with the much-improved Starstreak missiles. This has enabled MINDEF to realize substantial savings in the process.”
MINDEF is delighted with the procurement of the system, as it will be a key part of augmenting the capabilities of the nation’s air defense forces as a whole. The system is being procured in part of a trade-in program of the decommissioned Starburst missiles. The delivery of the integrated air defense system will come in a complete package that includes an air surveillance/engagement radar as well as a command and control system.
THALES has produced the fastest new generation very short-range air defense missiles that can accelerate to a peak velocity of Mach 3. These missiles boast the ability to fly a kilometer within a second. Furthermore, with the assistance of a laser beam, the operator controls all three of the dart-missiles simultaneously. As a result, the laser beam guide increases positive target and reduces the risk of collateral damage.
The STARStreak system has been designed to provide detection, threat evaluation, weapon allocation and engagement of a range of threats including fixed-wing, helicopters, missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles.
The Malaysian defense industry will benefit through the offset program offered by THALES. Among the benefits to be reaped is the transfer of technology in hardware and software applications that correlate to the system as well as in other related fields. In addition, THALES has also offered training packages for the operator and technicians to ensure smooth operation over the life cycle of the system.
Westar GK-M1 with the Thales Starstreak platform (photo : Malaysian Defence)
Malaysia awards VSHORAD upgrade contract to Thales & Weststar Group
Posted on 03 August 2015 Asian Military Review
The Weststar Group is pleased to announce that it has been recently appointed as the main contractor for Ministry of Defence Malaysia, (MINDEF) procurement of the latest state-of-the-art STARStreak Very Short Range Air Defence (VSHORAD) system from Thales Air Defense Limited UK.
The system is a leading VSHORAD system available in the market today, therefore providing MINDEF enhanced capability to protect key national assets against both established and emerging threats.
Witnessing the contract handover at the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) were Malaysian Defense Minister YB Dato’ Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein and United Kingdom Minister of State for Defence Procurement, Philip Dunne.
The Weststar Group Managing Director, Tan Sri Syed Azman said, “The deal involves MINDEF upgrading their existing missile defense system by capitalizing on the trade-in opportunity for the previous Starburst missiles with the much-improved Starstreak missiles. This has enabled MINDEF to realize substantial savings in the process.”
MINDEF is delighted with the procurement of the system, as it will be a key part of augmenting the capabilities of the nation’s air defense forces as a whole. The system is being procured in part of a trade-in program of the decommissioned Starburst missiles. The delivery of the integrated air defense system will come in a complete package that includes an air surveillance/engagement radar as well as a command and control system.
THALES has produced the fastest new generation very short-range air defense missiles that can accelerate to a peak velocity of Mach 3. These missiles boast the ability to fly a kilometer within a second. Furthermore, with the assistance of a laser beam, the operator controls all three of the dart-missiles simultaneously. As a result, the laser beam guide increases positive target and reduces the risk of collateral damage.
The STARStreak system has been designed to provide detection, threat evaluation, weapon allocation and engagement of a range of threats including fixed-wing, helicopters, missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles.
The Malaysian defense industry will benefit through the offset program offered by THALES. Among the benefits to be reaped is the transfer of technology in hardware and software applications that correlate to the system as well as in other related fields. In addition, THALES has also offered training packages for the operator and technicians to ensure smooth operation over the life cycle of the system.
Thales to deliver ForceSHIELD air defence system for Malaysian Armed Forces
airforce technology 17 September 2015
Thales has signed a contract with The Weststar Group's Global Komited to deliver its integrated advanced air defence system, ForceSHIELD, to the Malaysian Armed Forces.
The solution includes STARStreak missiles, CONTROLMaster 200 radar and weapon coordination systems, RAPIDRanger and RAPIDRover mobile weapon systems.
In addition, ForceSHIELD also combines the next-generation lightweight multiple launcher and associated communications.
Thales UK CEO Victor Chavez said: "I am delighted that another country has decided to buy ForceSHIELD.
"This latest-generation sensors to effectors solution will give Malaysia a world class, cutting edge capability.
"Increasing our export sales is a key part of Thales' growth strategy and today's news marks another milestone."
Thales' STARStreak missile is based on high velocity principle that defeats threats with short unmasking times.
With its three-dart configuration, the missile maximises lethality, while the accurate laser beam riding guidance enables engagement of small signature targets.
With this solution, Malaysian Armed Forces will be able to replace and improve the previously commissioned Thales STARBurst missile system, which has been in service since the mid 1990s.
"This latest-generation sensors to effectors solution will give Malaysia a world class, cutting edge capability."
Thales manufactures its STARStreak missiles and launcher systems at its facility in Belfast, while the CONTROLMaster by Thales in France.
The new development is expected to increase jobs in Belfast and create high value added jobs and skills set in Malaysia through a programme of technology transfer, the company stated.
In August, the US Air Force (USAF) awarded a contract to Thales for the delivery of deployable instrument landing systems (D-ILS).
The USAF will be able to use the system in airfield environments where the ability to deliver precision guidance to aircraft on final approach during low visibility or low-ceiling weather condition.
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