BAE Systems shows naval gun system at IDEX

Abu Dhabi, Feb 23, 2011 (WAM) - Leading naval guns producer, BAE Systems explained yesterday at IDEX the merits of its naval guns system programme. On display outdoors at BAE's System pavilion at IDEX, is a LEMUR remote controlled weapon station. Company officials told a media briefing that the LEMUR system is a fully mature product in operation and combat proven. With its high performance stabilisation, integrated fire control system and high sighting/fire accuracy, LEMUR is a very effective system with high first round hit probability.
BAE Systems' 57mm gun brings a new level of versatility against an ever-expanding range of threats. The Company says it pooled the best technologies from sources around the world in order to create the most advanced weapon system of its kind. BAE Systems is a global defence and security company with approximately 107,000 employees worldwide. The Company delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. In 2009 BAE Systems reported sales of £22.4 billion (US $36.2 billion). - Emirates News Agency, WAM