ATLAS ELEKTRONIK
A joint company of ThyssenKrupp and Airbus DS
atlas elektronik
… a sound decision
THE atlas elektronik GROUP
ONE STRONG COMMUNITY
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK GmbH
Sebaldsbruecker Heerstrasse 235
28309 Bremen
Germany
ATLAS MARIDAN Aps
Agern Alle 3
2970 Hørsholm
Denmark
Hagenuk Marinekommunikation GmbH
Hamburger Chaussee 25
24220 Flintbek
Germany
ATLAS North America LLC
208 Golden Oak Court
Suite 415
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
USA
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK UK Ltd
Dorset Green Technology Park
DT2 8ZB Winfrith Newburgh
United Kingdom
SONARTECH ATLAS Pty Ltd
Level 2, 6-10 Talavera Rd.
Macquarie Park NSW 2113
Australia
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK Finland Oy
Hiomotie 32
00380 Helsinki
Finland
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK Canada Ltd
Suite 2202D-4464 Markham St.
Victoria BC, V8Z 7X8
CANADA
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK INDIA Private Ltd
EADS House, Teri University Campus
Plot Not 10
Vasant Kunj Institutional Area
Vasant Kunj, New Delhi, 110070
INDIA
ATLAS Naval Engineering Company Ltd
Room 202, 95 Yangsanyeok-ro
Yangsan-Si, Gyeongsangnam-do
626-050
R. O. Korea
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK LLC
Ethihad Towers, Tower No.3, 19th Floor,
Corniche Road
PO Box 72186
ABU DHABI
ATLAS Naval Support Centre Ltd
S. PROMPAIBOON Associates Co., Ltd.
Rajadapisek Road, Huay Kwang
10310 Bangkok
THAILAND
Signalis Holding GmbH*
Hanna-Kunath-Strasse 3
28199 Bremen
GERMANY
CybiCOM Atlas Defence Pty Ltd*
PO Box 591
Simon’s Town 7975
SOUTH AFRICA
Advanced Lithium Systems Europe S. A.*
2 Ermou & Nikis Street,
Syntagma Square
105 63 Athens
Attica, GREECE
* Joint Venture
the challenge.
the mission.
• Maritime security
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• Prosperity thanks to free sea routes 6|7
• EMPLOYEES DEDICATED TO PROGRESS
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• Innovation to get ahead
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• Together we are strong
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• The ATLAS ELEKTRONIK Group
• Submarine systems
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• Torpedo technology
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• Systems for surface combatants
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• Mine warfare systems
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• Unmanned vehicles
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• Active and passive sonar systems 24 | 25
(Sonar systems for submarine and surface combatants)
• Marine communication technology
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• ATLAS ELEKTRONIK services
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The challenge.
Security is a
question of having
a technological
advantage.
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK makes the sea safer. Our technologies and systems are the benchmark
for maritime security on all the oceans – that is the standard we set for ourselves.
Together with its subsidiaries, ATLAS ELEKTRONIK is a
technological leader in many sectors and has an excellent
reputation, particularly as a supplier of sonar systems. In terms
of sonar technology, minehunting, naval weapons or combat
systems, we have what are in part unique capabilities.
We supply sonar, command and weapons deployment
systems, mine warfare systems, unmanned underwater and
surface vehicles, communication systems, underwater weapons
as well as coastal surveillance and shipping guidance systems. We
also offer comprehensive services in the maintenance and
logistics sectors. We set standards worldwide – especially
in sonar technology.
We are able to equip submarines, ships and systems with
our own and other manufacturers’ sensors, effectors and
subsystems and to integrate them to create network-centric
systems. We turn reconnaissance, mission planning and combat
of a threat into a consistent and reliable process that is easy to
control.
We combine technological excellence and the spirit of research
with customer benefits – opting for ATLAS ELEKTRONIK is
always a sound decision.
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The challenge.
Freedom is the
basis for trade
and prosperity.
The sea is the source of prosperity and economic vitality: around 90 % of intercontinental
trade is moved by sea. People find food, energy and enormous reserves of raw materials.
Merchant fleets continue to grow – and with them, the centres of commerce on the coasts.
At the same time, security at sea, the peaceful utilisation of
the sea, and the coastal regions are exposed to a variety of
increasing dangers. Besides conventional threats of war, there
are those of terrorism, piracy, smuggling and human trafficking.
It is simply essential to keep the oceans safe.
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK helps nations and their defence forces
worldwide to make the seas safer. We supply sonars and sensors,
control and command systems for submarines and surface
combatants, mine warfare systems, unmanned underwater and
surface vehicles and torpedoes. We also offer comprehensive
services both before and after delivery of our products.
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK can look back on a company history
spanning more than 100 years – a success story that is based on
sound corporate values: innovation, individuality and reliability.
Acting in the global market, we are a competent partner for
our customers, a good employer for our qualified staff, and an
enterprise that is firmly anchored in society.
Intercontinental share of
goods moved by sea
Percentage of the earth’s
surface covered by water
90 %
71%
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The challenge.
committed
employees are
the best driver
for progress.
Our progress is based on one thing: the employees at ATLAS ELEKTRONIK. They are the foundation
and the future of the company. Their knowledge, their commitment, their inquisitive nature and
their sense of responsibility are at the heart of our business success.
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK employs the best people from the various
disciplines. Over 5,000 patents registered by us demonstrate
the continuous innovative drive of our employees. In order
to acquire the best specialists in marine high technology for
ourselves, we work closely with colleges, universities and
research institutes. In Bremen, ATLAS ELEKTRONIK finances a
department for hydroacoustics in order to always have access
to the latest scientific fundamentals. Regularly, students write
their theses and other scientific papers in cooperation with
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK and hence constantly furnish the company
with new knowledge and findings. This collaboration enables
us to recruit highly qualified young people who help shape our
future.
Our approx. 2000 employees determine the corporate culture,
the innovative drive, the competitiveness and the attraction
for the customer. It is thanks to them that we are a leading
worldwide system house for marine electronics.
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The challenge.
innovation
is the key to
outstanding
products.
Innovation is a basic requirement of progress. Only permanent progress and the constant
optimisation of our products and services guarantee a successful future. Innovative solutions
by ATLAS ELEKTRONIK are reliable, effective and superior to other products.
Design, development and production are implemented with
plenty of enthusiasm and commitment. Employees from all
areas of the company research, develop and test new solutions
in order to meet the individual requirements of the market.
We optimise new technologies, procedures and materials for
the future.
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK has a sustainable strategy for its research
and development work and invests a considerable share of
the company turnover in this area. An important part of our
research mission is to further expand our sonar competence.
With the latest methods and technologies in hydroacoustics,
we are already setting innovation trends and belong to the
international market leaders.
Distribution of employees by professional group:
49 % engineers
23 % technicians
16 % commercial staff
12 % skilled workers
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The challenge.
the ability of each
individual is the
basis FOR strong
performance.
Proximity to the markets, an awareness of each country's specific conditions, tremendous
expertise and access to the combined strength of a globally active company make the ATLAS
ELEKTRONIK Group a preferred partner for its customers.
The following subsidiaries and shareholdings are coordinated
worldwide by the parent ATLAS ELEKTRONIK GmbH
in Bremen.
SONARTECH ATLAS is Australia's leading supplier of submarine
sonar systems. Hagenuk Marinekommunikation supplies
turnkey, customised and fully integrated communication
systems for submarines, surface combatants and to land-based
facilities. The marine specialist ATLAS ELEKTRONIK UK provides
extensive experience in programme management, design and
development, qualification, field tests, supply management
and system integration. ATLAS MARIDAN is a specialist for
developing and integrating autonomous underwater vehicles.
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK Finland supplies tailored combat and
command management systems. ATLAS North America is
active in the submarine technology and unmanned underwater
vehicle sector. The focus of ATLAS ELEKTRONIK Canada is on
communication systems, sonar solutions and also unmanned
underwater vehicles. ATLAS ELEKTRONIK INDIA supports the
sales activities of the Group in India and ANEC KOREA provides
technical service support, programme management, marketing
and sales as well as development and in-service support for
existing projects in South Korea. ATLAS UAE is point of contact
for all Group activities in the United Arabic Emirates. Cybicom
Atlas Defence provides full support for the integrated
sensor underwater systems (ISUS) on the new South African
submarines. Signalis has been established for decades in the
market as an industry leader for maritime security solutions.
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The mission.
More security
underwater.
Integrated submarine systems
from the market
leader.
Submarines are one of the most effective and powerful instruments in maritime security policy.
They fit well into modern intervention scenarios, where today they are used for reconnaissance
and intelligence purposes, for defending against asymmetric threats and for special and
conventional conflict scenarios alike.
A submarine is only as good as its electronics, however, and
submarine electronics has been developed and produced for
many years by ATLAS ELEKTRONIK in a quality that stands up
to any comparison in the world.
Sonar systems
Successful location of threats and targets underwater requires
effective sonar systems. We develop and produce all types of
passive and active sonars for submarines; cylindrical array, flank
array and towed array sonars are just a few examples from a
comprehensive range of sensors that are able to detect and
identify ships from dozens of kilometres away – with ranges
and a quality that would have been unthinkable just a few years
ago.
Command and weapon deployment systems
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK is the undisputed technology and world
market leader when it comes to command and weapons deployment systems for non-nuclear submarines. Our ‘Integrated
Sensor Underwater System’ (ISUS) is based on many years of
experience, has been tested in action, is always at the forefront
of technology and, due to its modular composition and the
open system architecture, can easily be adapted to individual
customer requirements and diverse operational scenarios. It
enables the submarine crew to be aware of its environment,
to analyse the situation in detail and to then give a rapid and
reliable response.
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK has the expertise to integrate all kinds
of effectors in the ISUS suite. With the heavyweight torpedo
SeaHake® mod4, we are the only company in the world that
can supply conventional submarines with the entire functional
chain from sensors to weapons from a single source.
The quality, reliability and performance of this system is unparalleled the world over. Our customers appreciate the fact
that ISUS is established in over ten navies throughout the
world, and that our sonar systems are used by more than two
dozen navies.
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The mission.
Reliable attack
and secure
defence. SeaHake®
and SeaSpider ®
torpedo systems.
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK has been one of the leading names in underwater weapons technology for
several decades. Extensive of experience in the development and manufacture of heavyweight
torpedoes have expanded the company’s field to encompass other underwater weapon
applications. With changes in customers’ needs, our specialist knowledge of underwater
weapons has developed unique capabilities to meet the most demanding requirements.
Heavyweight torpedoes
Heavyweight torpedoes continue to be one of the most powerful
weapons in naval warfare and an indispensable instrument for
upholding maritime security in future.
In the form of the SeaHake® mod4, we offer one of the most
modern heavyweight torpedoes in the world for launching from
submarines and surface vessels. The technology, performance,
reliability and operational uses of the SeaHake® mod4 set
the global standard. Packed full of modern technology, the
SeaHake® mod4 delivers the highest standards in terms of
homing, accuracy and immunity to countermeasures.
Torpedo defence
The demand for effective self-defence against the devastating
threat from heavyweight torpedoes is clear. The SeaSpider®
anti-torpedo torpedo features technology that is able to detect
incoming torpedoes and actively destroy them. This unique
‘hard kill’ solution protects against all known types of torpedo
and can be used on any surface or underwater platform.
Together with our sonar applications, the SeaSpider® offers
what is currently the most comprehensive defence system
available against torpedoes.
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK recently added the SeaHake® mod4 ER
(Extended Range) to its portfolio of heavyweight torpedoes.
This unique development sets new world records in terms of
range and endurance and achieves a proven distance of over 140
km. With integrated SatCom and SatNav, the SeaHake® mod4
ER can also be launched from land. The SeaHake® mod4 ER
forms a new paradigm in underwater warfare and continues the
trailblazing ATLAS tradition.
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The mission.
Detect. Command.
Defend.
High-performance
marine electronics
for surface
combatants.
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK is a high-performance system provider of marine electronics for surface
combatants. The change in the security situation and the increasing importance of ocean
shipping sets new challenges for navies worldwide, for which ATLAS ELEKTRONIK is constantly
developing new solutions.
Command and weapon deployment systems ANCS, the ATLAS
Naval Combat System, is a new-generation command and
weapons deployment system. The German Navy has equipped
its new F125 frigates with the system, making them the most
effective ships of their class in the world.
ANCS is distinguished by its modular composition, meaning that
it can be quickly adapted to different ships and require-ments.
It features all the necessary interfaces to sensors, effectors and
communication installations, with which it can be integrated in
a network-based operation management system.
Maritime security
For military use in the field of maritime security, the ATLAS
ELEKTRONIK Group also offers products for coastal and
harbour protection. The ASCA system, for example, which
is based on the technology featured in the ANCS combat
management system, uses diverse sensors and effectors to
protect against piracy and smuggling, and can be deployed in
a military sense to defend against terrorism or asymmetric
warfare. The mobile version also gives the option of reacting
flexibly to threats.
Integration capability
The ATLAS systems for surface combatants are characterised
by a high level of integration capability. A wide range of
sensors, such as radars, electro-optical systems, friend/foe
identification, and effectors such as barrel weapons, missiles,
torpedoes and other types can be integrated independently
of the manufacturer.
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The mission.
NEUTRALISE
THREATS RELIABLY.
Mine countermeasureS systems for
the modern navy.
The sea mine is an insidious threat and represents a serious danger to worldwide shipping and
free trade. That is why the ability to deploy mine countermeasures is one of the most important
tasks for modern navies.
ATLAS minehunting systems make it possible for mines and
ammunition dumps at sea to be effectively detected and
destroyed at low risk to the ship and crew. We have been setting
the worldwide standard in this field for over four decades.
Besides the German Navy, more than ten navies around the
world have mine warfare systems made by ATLAS ELEKTRONIK.
In order to also equip ships operating outside their own waters
with an initial capability for mine countermeasures, ATLAS
ELEKTRONIK is developing a mobile version of the IMCMS. This
can be used from non-specialised platforms or even from land.
The Integrated Mine Countermeasures System (IMCMS) is one
of the most modern and effective of its kind. With the aid of
several sensor systems and remote-controlled or autonomous
surface and underwater vehicles, it combines a number of
mine countermeasure methods. In mine warfare, ATLAS
ELEKTRONIK relies on the benefits of the 'disposable one-shot'
principle with the SeaFox system. With its integrated warhead,
as an intelligent form of ammunition for neutralising mines,
the remote-controlled underwater drone identifies and destroys
magnetic and tethered mines without putting the ship and crew
at risk.
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The mission.
OPERATE PERFECTLY
IN THE WATER.
The comprehensive
portfolio of unmanned vehicles.
The sea is the basis for intercontinental trade and holds vast sources of raw materials and
energy that need to be tapped. With Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUV) and Unmanned
Surface Vehicles (USV), shipping channels can be secured and the sea’s resources can be
utilised more effectively.
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK looks back on many years of experience
in the field of UUVs and USVs and now has one of the
widest portfolios of unmanned vehicles. With the aid of the
latest technology, these vehicles are used not only for mine
countermeasures and operations in the coastal zone, but also
for numerous civilian applications. In addition to the SeaFox,
we also offer the SeaCat, which due to its manoeuvrability
is especially suited to harbour protection, as well as the
SeaOtter, which is able to carry a large range of payloads for
various tasks due to its modularity and size.
The ‘ARCIMS’ surface system – the next generation of
unmanned Mine Countermeasures (MCM) solution – round off
our product range in the field of maritime security.
Thanks to their compact design, high mobility, stability and
precise navigation, the UUVs and USVs made by ATLAS
ELEKTRONIK are ideal for reconnaissance and inspection
of ports, coasts, offshore installations, pipelines and other
critical infrastructures. What is more, they will make a major
contribution towards the future exploration of raw materials.
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The mission.
DETECT and attack.
Effective sonar
systems for
surface and
underwater
warfare.
Surface combatants need highly effective and efficient sonar systems. Our innovative
solutions cover decades of experience in the field of sonar technology and the highest level
of professional competence in hydroacoustics. This makes us the absolute world leader in
this technology.
Our spectrum of sonar systems for surface combatants
consists of active and passive sonars ranging from the
hullmounted sonar (ASO) through to the low-frequency
active towed array sonar (ACTAS). Our systems meet the
requirements of nearly every conceivable mission scenario
with diverse roles, resolutions and applications. Advanced
processing methods guarantee that our sonar family can be
used both for self-defence as well as for every ASW mission.
Our sonars have the ability to detect, track and classify
submarines, torpedoes, UUVs, anchored mines and even
small surface combatants like high-speed patrol boats.
ATLAS Modular ASW Combat System
With our ATLAS Modular ASW Combat System (AMACS),
we provide outstanding competence in underwater warfare
by covering all functional chains, ranging from the sensors
to the effectors. AMACS offers excellent performance and
capabilities in underwater warfare. A special configuration
of AMACS is the Torpedo Defence Suite designed to protect
ships against torpedo threats in all relevant tactical scenario.
AMACS can be fully integrated into any Combat Management
System but is also available as a stand-alone solution that
can be fitted to any surface combatant.
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The mission.
speak. hear. see.
Premium maritime
communication
technology.
Rapid and reliable communication links are a critical foundation for successful maritime
deployment scenarios. Amongst its member companies, the ATLAS ELEKTRONIK Group has a
world-leading systems supplier for military communications technology:
Hagenuk Marinekommunikation (HMK).
As a specialist for applications in the VLF/HF to SHF frequen
cy range, the particular strength of HMK lies in its ability to
integrate a wide variety of communication units and
components with all kinds of interfaces to form customised
system solutions. The product range includes single radio
consoles and complete mobile communication centres, which
are operational immediately after delivery to the place of
action. All components and systems are subject to the highest
quality standards in accordance with DIN ISO 9001/2009 and
are tailored to the client’s communication requirements.
With the ‘HF Series 3000’ family of radios, HMK offers a concept
for all the tasks of maritime communication that features
extensive use of identical basic modules for VLF/HF receivers
and all transmitters. This concept permits the cost-effective
production of the units, easy upgrades and conversions, as well
as a reduced need to stock spare parts.
The 3000 series includes both receivers and transmitters with
outputs of 150 W, 500 W, 1000 W, 4 kW, 5 kW and 10 kW. Going
beyond classic radio communications, HMK has developed digital
audio and data management systems under the name SEICAM
(Ships' External / Internal Communication And Management
System), which can be perfectly adapted to any tactical
communication environment, whether internal or external.
The family ranges from the SEICAM 2000 messagehandling
and remote-control system, and the HF email system SEICAM
2020E / SEICAM 5066 to the SEICAM 3000 and 5000 systems
as all-in-one solutions for all the communication needs on naval
vessels, in submarines or at operations centres onshore.
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The mission.
FULL Function over
the entire life
cycle. Tailored
services from the
specialist.
The relationships of ATLAS ELEKTRONIK to our customers worldwide do not end with the
delivery of a product, but instead guarantee constant availability well into the future. With
ATLAS SERVICES, we offer an extensive range of services so that a system is able to fulfil
its purpose during its entire life cycle. To do so, we work out tailored logistics concepts with
our customers with individually adapted service packages – from the initial design phase to
procurement and continuing through in-service use, right up to upgrading or replacement of a
system.
The services provided by ATLAS ELEKTRONIK are structured
to meet each customer’s specific needs, and are also offered
for external systems. This includes supplying spare parts,
conducting training courses, preparing system documentation
and compiling studies. The services also entail repairs and
support for commissioning, maintaining and modifying the
systems.
We maintain intensive contact with the individual customers for
this purpose. The satisfaction of our customers is our ultimate
objective, which we achieve by working closely with them and
fostering an open dialogue .
For many years, more than 25 navies have been relying on
comprehensive life cycle support from ATLAS ELEKTRONIK.
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ATLAS ELEKTRONIK
A joint company of ThyssenKrupp and Airbus DS
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Security on the oceans is a question of
the best technology and systems.
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK GmbH
Sebaldsbruecker Heerstrasse 235
28309 Bremen | Germany
Phone: +49 421 457 02
Fax:
+49 421 457 3699
www.atlas-elektronik.com
ATLAS ELEKTRONIK
A joint company of ThyssenKrupp and Airbus DS
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