Milkor and HGH sign co-operation agreement for USVs
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Milkor and HGH sign co-operation agreement for USVs and wide area surveillance
Abu Dhabi, 19 February 2025 – Milkor and HGH signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today to expand their partnership in unmanned and autonomous surface vessels as well as maritime surveillance. The signing ceremony took place at Milkor’s stand at IDEX 2025.
The signing ceremony was attended by HGH CEO Vincent Leboucher and Milkor UAE CEO Julian Coetzee.
Milkor is a global defence contractor operating across multiple domains. In the maritime domain, Milkor delivers a variety of vessels designed to enhance maritime security in a variety of roles, including a range of USVs.
HGH designs, develops, assembles and sells electro-optics systems for industrial, civil, defence and security applications. The company has established itself as an international reference in terms of innovation in infrared technology, through the development of multiple advanced sensors.
The MoU will allow for deeper co-operation on the development of unmanned technology, especially autonomous COLREGS using the SPYNEL-M series of cameras. Additionally, it will allow for better integration of SPYNEL Cameras with Milkor vessels, allowing HGH and Milkor to provide increased capability to end users.
Mr Leboucher stated that, “We are working with Milkor to find the best ways to leverage our respective areas of expertise. In particular, the potential for increased autonomy of USVs is exciting.”
“HGHs line of SPYNEL cameras provides a unique 3600 infrared sensor, opening up unique possibilities for users of our vessels, especially when it comes to unmanned systems. We look forward to deepening our co-operation with HGH,” said Mr Coetzee.
Press Enquiries:
Wesley du Toit, Operations Manager, Milkor
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Email: wdutoit@milkor.ae
Heli Reinikainen, Marketing & Communication Manager, HGH
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HGH Unveils SPYNEL-F and USV-Based Surveillance Solutions
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HGH Unveils SPYNEL-F and USV-Based Surveillance Solutions for Enhanced Situational Awareness at Euronaval 2024
Paris, France – November 4th, 2024 – HGH announces its participation in Euronaval 2024 this week, where the company presents advanced surveillance technologies specifically designed to be deployed on Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs) at booth E95.
As USVs become increasingly integral to security and defense operations, they face significant challenges in navigation and situational awareness. Operating in crowded maritime environments, USVs must follow strict navigation protocols while avoiding potential collisions with large ships, emerging islands, floating debris, and small, fast-moving boats. These challenges require reliable surveillance systems that can enhance situational awareness and ensure safe operations.
To address this challenge, HGH introduces the SPYNEL-F, featuring a 180° field of view with full staring capability. This new SPYNEL model offers superior image quality, a 10 Hz video framerate, and integrated digital stabilization. ‘’Such specifications are perfectly suited for effective collision avoidance, real-time tracking and classification of both air and surface targets ‘’ comments Cyril Marchebout, Sales Director at HGH. ‘’For extended operational coverage, two SPYNEL-F units could be configured together to create a full 360° monitoring solution’’ he adds.
The SPYNEL-M solution by HGH is also designed for easy integration into USVs due to its compact and lightweight structure. It provides comprehensive 360° thermal imaging for enhanced situational awareness, allowing USVs to monitor their surroundings effectively, day and night.
HGH also draws attention to its new GAIA Artificial Intelligence, developed directly within the CYCLOPE software and integrated into the USVs at the core of SPYNEL-M and SPYNEL-F. By enhancing the speed and power of detection and classification of maritime and aerial threats, GAIA complements the surveillance capabilities of these systems, ensuring a proactive approach to security and operational efficiency.
HGH invites EURONAVAL attendees to visit booth E95 to learn more about these surveillance technologies and their critical applications in enhancing the operational effectiveness of USVs.
Coline Veyrinas
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hgh@hgh-infrared.com
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