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Brisbane-based EM Solutions has successfully landed two contracts from the Australian Department of Defence Innovation Hub to develop next-generation satellite ground terminal capability.
The first is a $1.9 million contract to develop a low-profile, flat panel antenna satellite communications terminal. Based on a novel, low-cost ‘leaky-wave’ antenna developed in concert with researchers at the University of Queensland, this system is intended to provide improved communications capability from land, air or sea platforms to any satellite.
EM Solutions CEO Dr Rowan Gilmore said, "These contract awards further strengthen our collaboration with the both the Royal Australian Navy and the ADF’s Joint Capability Group, and demonstrates their confidence in the existing Cobra systems we have already installed on their patrol boats and frigates."
In the same announcement from the Australian Minister for Defence Industry, the company was awarded a $5.8 million contract to continue its development of a ruggedised satellite communications terminal for potential deployment on current and future Royal Australian Navy vessels.
This project aims to deliver a prototype communications terminal for testing and demonstration.
"We are delighted that these latest awards will enable us to continue to develop leading-edge communications systems tailored to their specific requirements," Dr Gilmore added.
EM Solutions is a leader in the design and manufacture of products that assist in the delivery of real-time voice, data and multimedia anywhere in the world.
Employing a team of specialist engineers at its head office in Brisbane, EM Solutions designs and supplies leading-edge satellite and microwave communication technology for customers in the global defence and maritime industries, as well as broadcasting and telecommunications sectors.
Over the last 15 years, EM Solutions has built a customer base of more than 200 of the world’s largest system integrators and telecommunication companies, delivering high-quality products and service.
Stephen Kuper
Steve has an extensive career across government, defence industry and advocacy, having previously worked for cabinet ministers at both Federal and State levels.
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