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By Xavier Vavasseur
CANTO anti torpedo decoy being loaded on a SYLENA Mk2 decoy launcher. Lacroix picture
Lacroix press release
Muret, 17 November 2020 – Leonardo and LACROIX have signed a strategic agreement which will see the partners working together to develop and integrate solutions in the naval countermeasures sector. The collaboration, which will look towards new technologies as well as new business opportunities, initially provides for the creation of the SYLENA Mk2/MJTE solution. This will see LACROIX’s SYLENA MK2 DLS (Decoy Launching System) integrated with Leonardo’s MJTE (Mobile Jammer Target Emulator) anti-torpedo countermeasures.
The MJTE is Leonardo’s latest-generation torpedo jamming solution. It can emulate the signature and acoustics of its host platform and emit a powerful jamming signal to create convincing false targets, allowing the targeted vessel to perform an effective evasive maneuver. Compared to other solutions on the market, the new MJTE packs a number of protective techniques into a low cost unit and performs effectively at short range.
Leonardo MJTE. Luca Perruzi picture.
The MJTE is part of Leonardo’s new anti-torpedo suite, which includes the towed Black Snake sonar, the new OTO Decoy Launching System 20 (ODLS20) and the company’s software package which calculates optimum release timing for countermeasures and escape routes for the host vessel.
The cooperation agreement between Leonardo and LACROIX will expand the accessible market for both the MJTE countermeasure and the SYLENA MK2 launch system. The compact and lightweight form factor of the SYLENA MK2 makes it suitable for small and medium-sized vessels, expanding the potential user base for the MJTE. Meanwhile the cutting-edge new capabilities brought by the MJTE will improve the utility of the SYLENA MK2 system.
Lacroix’s Sylena will be able to deploy Leonardo’s MJTE.
Leonardo is committed to securing and protecting people and communities around the world through its leadership in next generation technologies. Collaboration within industry, with government and between individuals to offer superior security capabilities is part of its ‘Be Tomorrow – Leonardo 2030’ strategic plan.
Following its customers’ requests, LACROIX has developed, since 2012, a range of new generation Decoy Launching Systems (DLS) to protect and significantly increase vessel survivability ratio, from patrol boats operating the SYLENA® Lightweight to destroyers operating the SYLENA® MK1 and MK2.
SYLENA® launchers are capable of employing the latest generation of SEACLAD® ammunition, corner reflectors and IR decoys as well as ASW solutions with the SEALAT dedicated to the SYLENA® MK2.
The SYLENA® MK2 DLS, which is the first “in-service” static anti-missile system in the world operating both corner reflectors (SEALEM) and anti-torpedo countermeasures, maximizes vessel protection with a highly reliable system at a low operating cost.
The fact that the SYLENA® DLS static launcher fires only mortars without any pneumatic constraints and has a low footprint on deck along with a low recoil force allows for limited acquisition and integration costs. Therefore the system has already convinced numerous navies to either retrofit or fit out their vessels.
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Naval News comments:
With integration of Leonardo’s MJTE, Lacroix expands the portfolio of ammunition options available for its Sylena system. In terms of anti-torpedo, it was previously limited to the CANTO by Naval Group. Naval News believes a likely customer of the Sylena/MJTE combo is the Qatar Emiri Naval Forces new OPVs, air defense corvettes and air defense LPD currently in production with Fincantieri. These vessels are set to feature a high level of equipment by Leonardo and they will (likely) be protected by Lacroix’s decoy launching systems.
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CANTO anti torpedo decoy being loaded on a SYLENA Mk2 decoy launcher. Lacroix picture
Leonardo And LACROIX Sign A Cooperation Agreement In The Naval Countermeasures Sector
The agreement will see the partners integrate Leonardo's MJTE anti-torpedo countermeasures with LACROIX's SYLENA MK2 decoy launching system. The SYLENA MK2, which can fire a variety of countermeasures, to protect ships from OPV to large frigates, allows the expansion of MJTE market to reach small and medium-sized of vessels.
Lacroix press release
Muret, 17 November 2020 – Leonardo and LACROIX have signed a strategic agreement which will see the partners working together to develop and integrate solutions in the naval countermeasures sector. The collaboration, which will look towards new technologies as well as new business opportunities, initially provides for the creation of the SYLENA Mk2/MJTE solution. This will see LACROIX’s SYLENA MK2 DLS (Decoy Launching System) integrated with Leonardo’s MJTE (Mobile Jammer Target Emulator) anti-torpedo countermeasures.
The MJTE is Leonardo’s latest-generation torpedo jamming solution. It can emulate the signature and acoustics of its host platform and emit a powerful jamming signal to create convincing false targets, allowing the targeted vessel to perform an effective evasive maneuver. Compared to other solutions on the market, the new MJTE packs a number of protective techniques into a low cost unit and performs effectively at short range.
The MJTE is part of Leonardo’s new anti-torpedo suite, which includes the towed Black Snake sonar, the new OTO Decoy Launching System 20 (ODLS20) and the company’s software package which calculates optimum release timing for countermeasures and escape routes for the host vessel.
The cooperation agreement between Leonardo and LACROIX will expand the accessible market for both the MJTE countermeasure and the SYLENA MK2 launch system. The compact and lightweight form factor of the SYLENA MK2 makes it suitable for small and medium-sized vessels, expanding the potential user base for the MJTE. Meanwhile the cutting-edge new capabilities brought by the MJTE will improve the utility of the SYLENA MK2 system.
Leonardo is committed to securing and protecting people and communities around the world through its leadership in next generation technologies. Collaboration within industry, with government and between individuals to offer superior security capabilities is part of its ‘Be Tomorrow – Leonardo 2030’ strategic plan.
Following its customers’ requests, LACROIX has developed, since 2012, a range of new generation Decoy Launching Systems (DLS) to protect and significantly increase vessel survivability ratio, from patrol boats operating the SYLENA® Lightweight to destroyers operating the SYLENA® MK1 and MK2.
SYLENA® launchers are capable of employing the latest generation of SEACLAD® ammunition, corner reflectors and IR decoys as well as ASW solutions with the SEALAT dedicated to the SYLENA® MK2.
The SYLENA® MK2 DLS, which is the first “in-service” static anti-missile system in the world operating both corner reflectors (SEALEM) and anti-torpedo countermeasures, maximizes vessel protection with a highly reliable system at a low operating cost.
The fact that the SYLENA® DLS static launcher fires only mortars without any pneumatic constraints and has a low footprint on deck along with a low recoil force allows for limited acquisition and integration costs. Therefore the system has already convinced numerous navies to either retrofit or fit out their vessels.
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Naval News comments:
With integration of Leonardo’s MJTE, Lacroix expands the portfolio of ammunition options available for its Sylena system. In terms of anti-torpedo, it was previously limited to the CANTO by Naval Group. Naval News believes a likely customer of the Sylena/MJTE combo is the Qatar Emiri Naval Forces new OPVs, air defense corvettes and air defense LPD currently in production with Fincantieri. These vessels are set to feature a high level of equipment by Leonardo and they will (likely) be protected by Lacroix’s decoy launching systems.
Leonardo and LACROIX sign a cooperation agreement in the naval countermeasures sector - Naval News
Leonardo and LACROIX have signed a strategic agreement which will see the partners working together to develop and integrate solutions in the naval countermeasures sector...
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