Indonesia Defence Forum

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Rosoboronexport Planning to Sign New Contracts with Indonesia

(Source: Rosoboronexport; issued Nov 5, 2014)

Rostec's weapons export subsidiary, Rosoboronexport, is to put on display at Indo Defense 2014 – to take place in Djakarta on November 5-8, 2014 – a range of the most advanced military equipment for all services of Indonesia’s Armed Forces.

“Our Indonesian partners are interested in purchasing extra pieces of equipment they already have in their inventory, as well as the most advanced assets produced in Russia. They are particularly focused on Air Force and Army equipment. Although, we are not giving up promoting our Navy and air defense products,” Director for Special Projects of Rosoboronexport Nikolai Dimidyuk, who will also head the Russian delegation at the exhibition, says.

Rosoboronexport is ready to deliver additional batches of BMP-3F IFVs (thanks to efforts of the special exporter one BMP-3F of the Indonesian Marine Corps is to be brought to the exhibition) and Mi-8/17 military transport helicopters the Indonesian Armed Forces operate today.

The Su-35 advanced multi-role fighter, Il-76MD-90A transport aircraft, BTR-80A APC, Vena SP artillery system, PTS-4 advanced tracked amphibious carrier, Kornet-EM AT missile system, Pantsir-S1 AD missile/gun system, Project 636 diesel submarine and Yakhont anti-ship missile also draw Indonesia’s attention.

Rosoboronexport’s specialists will take advantage of the event to give a presentation of a comprehensive security system for large administrative entities, critical installations and state borders, based on the Safe City automated system. Special equipment for law enforcement and anti-terrorist units will also be presented.

Plans are also to discuss prospects for delivery of simulators for Russian aircraft and helicopters, as well as development of service facilities to provide maintenance of already supplied equipment. Experience accumulated in Malaysia and South Korea will come in handy in the discussion of the latter issue.

“Our business with Indonesian partners is not just about supply of end products. We welcome production cooperation with local defense industry companies. This is in tune with modern trends in the international arms market,” Mr. Dimidyuk added.

Russia delivered Su-27/30 family fighters, Mi-35P and Mi-17V-5 helicopters, BTR-80 APCs and BMP-3F IFVs, as well as a batch of AK-100 assault rifles and other equipment to Indonesia in 1992-2013. The Indonesian Armed Forces still operate some Soviet-era assets, including PT-76 amphibious tanks.

JSC Rosboronexport, part of the Rostec State Corporation, is Russia’s sole state intermediary agency responsible for import/export of the full range of defense and dual-use products, technologies and services. The company ranks among the leaders in the global arms market. It accounts for over 80% of Russian arms exports. Rosoboronexport cooperates with more than 700 enterprises and organizations of Russia’s defense industrial complex. It maintains military-technical cooperation between Russia and more than 70 countries. In 2013 Rosoboronexport delivered weapons and equipment worth of $13.2 bln to the customers. Currently the order portfolio of Rosoboronexport accounts to about $38 bln.

Rostec State Corporation is the Russian corporation established in 2007 to promote the development, production and export of high-technology industrial civil and military goods. It comprises about 700 enterprises which currently form 9 holdings in the defense industrial complex and 5 holdings in civil industries. Rostec’s enterprises are located in 60 regions of Russia and serve the markets of over 70 countries. In 2013, its revenue was 1.04 trillion rubles, net profit – 40 billion rubles and tax payments to the budgets of all levels exceeded 138 billion rubles.

Rosoboronexport Planning to Sign New Contracts with Indonesia

 

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Light Gun eases deployment [ID14D2]

05 November 2014

Nexter Systems (Hall D, Stand D217) has brought the latest version of its 105mm LG1 Light Gun to Indo Defence this year and is looking to increase sales of this weapon, which has so far been sold to Belgium, Canada, Colombia, Indonesia (Marines), Singapore and Thailand.

While there is a clear trend towards the development and fielding of 155mm artillery systems – towed and self-propelled – there is still a significant market for 105mm towed artillery systems, especially for use by airborne, marine and rapid deployment forces where their low weight makes for ease of deployment. The Nexter Systems 105mm LG1 has a 30-calibre barrel and is operated by a crew of five. It can be brought into action from the travelling position to the ring position in 30 seconds.

Firing the old 105mm M1 high explosive (HE) projectile, the LG1 can achieve a maximum range of 11km, but this can be increased to 17km using the Nexter Munitions 105mm LP G3 ammunition. The complete family of Nexter Munitions 105mm ammunition for the LG1 includes not only HE (standard and base bleed), but also illuminating and smoke. Maximum rate of fire for short periods is up to 12 rounds a minute.

In addition to its standard direct and indirect sight systems, the 105mm LG1 can be fitted with an onboard re control system, which reduces the into-action time and improves accuracy. The latest 105mm LG1 Mk III being shown here is fitted with an inertial position and laying system, and the Top-Lite gun ballistic computer on the left side.

The 105mm LG1 can be carried slung under a helicopter such as the widely deployed Puma as well as be towed by vehicles such as the Toyota Land Cruiser or ACMAT 4x4 cross-country vehicles. When travelling, the 105mm ordnance is normally traversed to the rear and locked in position over the closed trails.

The LG1 Light Gun is only one of the firepower solutions from Nexter Systems; another major one is the truck-mounted CAESAR 155mm/52 calibre system, which has seen operational service with the French Army in Afghanistan, Lebanon and Mali. Export orders for the CAESAR have been placed by an increasing number of countries including Indonesia, Thailand and Saudi Arabia.




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Light Gun eases deployment [ID14D2] - IHS Jane's 360

 

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Pindad SSx prototype at IndoDefence 2014

Wednesday, November 5, 2014 10:46 PM

Pindad unveils new assault rifle prototype SSx 7.62mm at IndoDefence 2014
At IndoDefence 2014 in Jakarta, Indonesia-based company Pindad is increasing its assault rifles range by officially showing for the first time a new SS variant, the SSx 7.62mm. This rifle is part of PT Pindad focus and long effort to develop its own weapon with a bigger caliber to fulfil new challenges as required by its users.


Pindad SSx 7.62 mm assault rifle prototype at IndoDefence 2014

PT Pindad has initally successfully produced its series of assault rifles e.g. SS1 and SS2 with 5.56 mm caliber. This new prototype is a commitment of PT Pindad management to support both of its domestic end-users within Indonesian National Armed Forces as well as global customer demand.
The SSx is a 7.62x51 mm caliber gun, of which barrel measures 510 mm. It can be used with three firing modes: single shot, full automatic and safe modes. The SSx uses MU 2 Tj ammunition, allowing an effective range of 950m. The future Pindad's 7.62 mm assault rifle has optical sight and flip up sight, and can be used with a tripod.

Pindad unveils new assault rifle prototype SSx 7.62mm at IndoDefence 2014Â -Â Army Recognition

PT Pindad and CMI unveil the BADAK (Rhinoceros) with Cockerill CSE 90P turret at IndoDefence 2014
At Indo Defence 2014, the international defence exhibition currently held in Jakarta, PT Pindad unveiled today its latest innovation in armored vehicle: The 6x6 (meaning rhinoceros) fitted with a locally built Cockerill 90P turret. "Our new product design is based on the previous armored vehicle called Anoa, whereas the turret is a Cockerill's 90 mm" declared Tri Hardjono, the acting CEO of PT Pindad.

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The new BADAK 6x6 armored vehicle on PT Pindad's booth at Indo Defence 2014


Pindad's CEO further explained that the new combat vehicle is a joint effort of Pindad and Cockerill Maintenance & Ingenierie SA Defence (CMI) team. Both companies had agreed to sign a MoU as a legal framework for their names to deploy their best skills. Pindad has responsibility to build a combat vehicle based on a modified Anoa chassis. The modifications include:
- A new 340 horsepower, 6 cylinders diesel engine
- A monocoque body with special armor that could take up to 12.7mm ammunition
- Double wishbone independent suspension technology to maintain vehicle stability when firing the 90mm cannon.


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The BADAK is fitted with a Cockerill CSE 90P turret from CMI as seen on PT Pindad's booth at Indo Defence 2014


CMI's main responsibility is developing the turret with 90mm cannon. CMI and its Cockerill brand is a well-known turret producer in the world. Both companies will start mass production stage next year. Pindad CEO and his partners are very confident they will have the chance to conduct a series of tests including a live firing test of the 90mm cannon at Indonesian Armed Forces facility.

The joint project (initially called "Pindad - Cockerill 90P") will allow both parties to maximize their best potentials. "Pindad is striving its best to enter a global supply chain in the defence industry through its partnership with CMI", Pindad CEO said. The turret, Cockerill CSE 90LP, is proven to be a highly accurate and effective weapon. The Cockerill CSE 90LP could support users in counter-insurgency mission.

It is important to note that the BADAK would fit into the Indonesian Armed Forces requirement to fulfill its arsenal system as stipulated in a "Minimum Essential Forces" (MEF) strategy. Both companies asserted their main agenda apart from MEF completion would also pave the way for Pindad and its team to introduce their product for global market. "CMI will support and enhance Pindad's capacity and expertise in defence industry, we will also rely on CMI's global marketing network to get better opportunities for our product to be known and sold around the globe" James Caudle of CMI added.
PT Pindad and CMI unveil the BADAK (Rhinoceros) with Cockerill CSE 90P turret at IndoDefence 2014Â -Â Army Recognition

The Gun looks seriously good and among other weapons Anti Tank Missiles armored vehicles many other weapons look good and show great potential in Indonesian defense industry

 

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i hope Indonesia will do much better in economics, science to support our military industries

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INDODEFENCE 2014
Wulung UAV gets stronger and lighter [ID14D2]
David Donald
05 November 2014

BPPT’s PUNA (Pesawat Udara nir Awak – unmanned aircraft) division is showing its Wulung UAV in the outside display area, complete with its mobile ground control station.

The air vehicle is one of a number of UAVs that have been developed as part of a BPPT (Badan Pengkajian dan Penerapan Teknologi – Agency for Assessment and Application of Technology) initiative, and is being developed to answer an Indonesian armed forces (TNI) requirement for border surveillance.

The vehicle is also gathering interest from other government agencies for roles such as the monitoring and detection of illegal logging and forest fires, and to aid the monitoring of and response to natural disasters such as volcanic eruptions.

Wulung has a wingspan of 6m and operates at speeds of up to 69kts and 8,000ft altitude. The original version had an autonomous radius of about 75km and an endurance of four hours. Three have been supplied to a TNI order for evaluation, but the air vehicle in its initial form did not meet TNI requirements.

Accordingly, BPPT PUNA began tests earlier this year with three new prototypes featuring a lighter structure. While keeping maximum take-off weight to 120kg, the lighter structure allows fuel capacity to be increased from 35 to 55 litres, in turn raising endurance from four to six hours to meet Indonesian armed forces requirements. The revised Wulung has also demonstrated in recent tests an ability to fly more than 150km.

At the same time, the structure was strengthened from a 3.5g rating to 7.6g, so that the UAV can withstand the greater levels of turbulence that are often encountered in the region.

Five of these updated air vehicles have been ordered by the Indonesian armed forces. In the meantime, BPPT PUNA continues to develop advanced control systems for the Wulung.




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Wulung UAV gets stronger and lighter [ID14D2] - IHS Jane's 360

 

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Well the gun shown is Indonesian Armed Forces plan to induct them ? @madokafc @Indos @Reashot Xigwin

 

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Firepower from France [ID14D2]
Christopher F Foss
05 November 2014

Although known mainly as a key supplier of radars and other sensors, Thales (Hall D, Stand D204) can also provide firepower solutions with its TDA (previously Thomson Brand Armements) subsidiary supplying a complete family of mortars as well as their associated suites of ammunition, fire control systems (FCSs) and equipment for the forward observer.

The most mobile and effective system is the TDA 120mm 120R 2M recoiling rifled mortar, which can be integrated into a variety of tracked and wheeled platforms.

The 120mm 120R 2M is typically mounted in the rear of the platform and is coupled to a computerised FCS and landnavigation system.

This enables the system to come into action rapidly, lay the mortar onto the target and carry out a fire mission before it can be detected by threat sensors.

Mortar elevation is from +42 to +85° and traverse is through 220° using a joystick and associated flat panel display. The mortar is muzzle loaded using a load assist device and firing a standard 120mm high explosive (HE) mortar bomb. It has a maximum range of 8,135m, which can be increased to 13,000m using a rocket-assisted projectile (RAP).

As well as the 120mm HE mortar bombs, other natures include illuminating, smoke, anti-armoured personnel carrier and training.

The system is being adopted by an increasing number of countries including Italy, Malaysia, Oman and Saudi Arabia.

Malaysia has fitted the system into the FNSS ACV-19 (Armoured Combat Vehicle 19 tonne), while Oman has it integrated in re-rolled VAB (6x6) vehicles.

The 120 12R 2M is ballistically identical to the TDA 120mm MO-120-RT towed rifled mortar, which is in use by more than 20 countries. This includes the US Marine Corps, which calls its complete system the Expeditionary Fire Support System (EFSS). One light 4x4 vehicle tows the mortar; another carries a supply of ready-use 120mm ammunition.

In some countries these 120mm mortars are deployed by the infantry, while an increasing number of users are now allocating these mortars to the artillery as they have additional target acquisition capabilities, which is essential for engaging targets at long range. The French Army MO-120-RT mortar is towed by VAB (4x4) vehicles.




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Firepower from France [ID14D2] - IHS Jane's 360

Well the gun shown is Indonesian Armed Forces plan to induct them ? @madokafc @Indos @Reashot Xigwin

yes, we will induct them at large number as right now we need more and dedicated DMR at squad level in the whole Army

 

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Airbus Helicopters hands over Indonesia's first EC725 for combat search and rescue missions

Marignane, 6 November 2014

Airbus Helicopters has handed over the first of six EC725 rotorcraft acquired by Indonesia for combat search and rescue (CSAR) missions. Present at Airbus Helicopters’ Marignane, France facility to accept the aircraft included members of the Indonesian Ministry of Defence, the Indonesian Air Force, as well as PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI). The 11-ton twin-engine helicopter will be delivered to the Air Force by mid-2015 after PTDI completes the mission equipment outfitting and customization at its Bandung, West Java facility.

“We are pleased to receive this first EC725 from Airbus Helicopters, which will allow us to complete it in the CSAR version to be handed over to the Indonesian Air Force,” said PTDI President Budi Santoso. “We will continue to work closely with Airbus Helicopters to ensure the on-time delivery of the remaining units, as we anticipate an additional order from the Air Force for 10 more EC725s to complete its squadron of 16 helicopters.”

When deployed by the Indonesian Air Force, the EC725 fleet will significantly enhance the military service’s CSAR capabilities, benefitting from the proven performance and durability of Airbus Helicopters’ latest member in its Super Puma helicopter family

The mission equipment integration and completion of these six EC725 will mark a new step in Airbus Helicopters’ well-established cooperation with PTDI, which includes a strategic industrial agreement and the Indonesian company’s role in Airbus Helicopters’ global supply chain.

The Indonesian Air Force has been a long-time operator of both the AS332 Super Puma and SA330 Puma rotorcraft, which were license-produced by PTDI since over 30 years ago. The partnership between PTDI and Airbus Helicopters has continued to grow, resulting in PTDI becoming a key supplier of tail booms and airframe assemblies of the EC225 and EC725 since 2008.

“Airbus Helicopters’ cooperation with PT Dirgantara Indonesia is exemplary,” said Philippe Monteux, Head of Region South East Asia & Pacific at Airbus Helicopters. “Our delivery of the first EC725, with significant parts being first built by PTDI, underscores how our partnership continues to evolve, meeting Indonesia’s helicopter needs and further contributing to the progress of its aerospace sector.”

The EC725 entered service in 2005 and has already been selected by the military forces of France, Brazil, Mexico, Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand. Its reliability and capabilities have been confirmed in crisis areas that include Lebanon, Afghanistan and Mali, while also supporting France’s role during NATO-led operations in Libya. Missions performed by EC725s range from combat search and rescue to special operations, tactical transport and medical evacuation, along with a full range of maritime roles.

Airbus Helicopters hands over Indonesia's first EC725 for combat search and rescue missions - Airbus Helicopters

 

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Land Platforms
IndoDefence 2014: PT Pindad announces collaboration deals with Saab, CMI Defence
Jon Grevatt, Jakarta - IHS Jane's Defence Industry
05 November 2014


Indonesia's state-owned PT Pindad has secured an agreement with Saab to extend the operational life of the Indonesian Armed Forces' (TNI's) RBS 70 man-portable air-defence missile systems, it was announced at IndoDefence 2014 on 6 November.

The agreement extends the links that PT Pindad has recently secured with foreign partners as it seeks to meet expanding TNI land systems requirements.

The newly announced deal will see Saab and PT Pindad undertaking a joint programme, supported by technology transfers to Indonesia, to upgrade the approximately 40 RBS 70 systems acquired by Indonesia in the 1980s. The Indonesian government is expected to put the programme to tender soon.


IndoDefence 2014: PT Pindad announces collaboration deals with Saab, CMI Defence - IHS Jane's 360

 

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Indodefence 2014: Rheinmetall signs sustainment MoU with Pindad, debuts Marder APC in Asia
Christopher F Foss, Jakarta - IHS Jane's Defence Weekly
05 November 2014


Rheinmetall Landsysteme of Germany has delivered 28 refurbished Marder 1A3 infantry fighting vehicles (IFV) to Indonesia out of the 42 vehicles to be supplied under the terms of a contract signed in December 2012, officials told IHS Jane's atIndodefence 2014 in Jakarta.

Rheinmetall Marder armoured personnel carrier is being exhibited in Asia for the first time at Indodefence 2014 in Jakarta. (IHS/Patrick Allen)


A further eight Marder 1A3 IFV will be supplied for spare parts, although in the short term these could well be deployed.

IHS Jane's sources indicate that there is a potential for additional refurbished Marder IFVs to Indonesia, with some converted to carry out more specialised roles.

At Indodefence, Rheinmetall Landsysteme also signed a joint venture memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Indonesian company Pindad covering in-country support for the Marder 1A3 IFV.

Indodefence 2014: Rheinmetall signs sustainment MoU with Pindad, debuts Marder APC in Asia - IHS Jane's 360

it just legit

 

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Russia Observes Expanded Military Exports to Indonesia

A Visitor inspects warheads on display during the opening day of Indo Defense Expo 2014 in Jakarta

© AP Photo/ Tatan Syuflana
17:17 06/11/2014

MOSCOW, November 6 (RIA Novosti) - Russian arms companies quickly announced positive contract negotiations at the Indo Defence 2014 Expo & Forum, which opened in Jakarta, Indonesia, on Thursday, with one company, Rosoboronexport, announcing it had signed a contract on the first day of the exhibition.

Russia's state arms exporter Rosoboronexport announced that it had signed a contract with Indonesia on a trial supply of the AK-100 series of the Kalashnikov assault rifle. "We have signed a contract here [in Jakarta], a small contract, but it's valuable. A firm buys rifles to test them under the country's conditions, and promises larger orders," Rosoboronexport's special projects director Nikolai Dimidiuk told RIA Novosti.

Rosoboronexport also plans supply around 50 BMP-3F infantry fighting vehicles, specially designed for sea-going operations. As of 2014, 54 of the vehicles were already in use by Indonesia's Marine Corps.

The Russian arms exporter also said it is ready to supply up to three submarines to Indonesia. These could be either Varshavyanka-class or Amur-class diesel-electric submarines, currently the only Russian submarines available for export.

According to Dimidiuk, Indonesia also expressed interest in Su-35 Flanker fighters, 4++ generation fighters using fifth-generation technology.

Cooperation on munitions with Indonesia could also be deepened, foreign economic activity department head of Russia's Mechanical Engineering Research Institute (NIMI) Sergei Schukin, told RIA Novosti.

"We communicate with potential customers, which we are seeing now in the face of Indonesians. In the first place in our direction is the ammunition for the BMP-3, 100mm, and also naval munitions. We would like, of course, to expand this cooperation," Schukin said.

He also added that Russian ammunition is famous for its high reliability. "India, despite the fact that the price of ammunition is more expensive than Chinese or Bulgarian, prefers our ammunition. The only negative factor is the high price, but because of the processes that take place in Russia, the price increase is inevitable," the department head said.

The sixth annual Indo Defence Expo & Forum, hosted by Indonesia's Ministry of Defense in the country's capital, runs from November 5 to November 8. Russia is represented by 14 arms companies at the event.

Russia Observes Expanded Military Exports to Indonesia | Analysis & Opinion | RIA Novosti

 

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IndoDefence 2014: PT PAL, DSME submarines negotiations continue
Jon Grevatt, Jakarta - IHS Jane's Defence Industry
05 November 2014


Indonesian shipbuilder PT PAL and South Korea's Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (DSME) are yet to conclude negotiations related to the workshare to support Indonesia's indigenous construction of a DSME Chang Bogo-class Type 209/1200 submarine, IHS Jane's has learnt.

The negotiations have been continuing since Indonesia contracted DSME to supply three Chang Bogo-class submarines in late 2011 for USD1.1 billion. Under this contract, DSME is committed to constructing the first two submarines in South Korea and transfer technologies to Indonesia to enable PT PAL to build the third under licence.

Speaking to IHS Jane's at Indodefence 2014 on 6 November, an industry official, who did not want to be identified, said that discussions related to this third submarine have continued, although the two sides have yet to reach an agreement despite Indonesia's planned investment in a submarine production facility at the company's headquarters in Surabaya.


IndoDefence 2014: PT PAL, DSME submarines negotiations continue - IHS Jane's 360

 

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Eurofighter Eyes Typhoon Sale, Assembly in Indonesia | Defense News | defensenews.com

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Eurofighter Eyes Typhoon Sale, Assembly in Indonesia
Nov. 3, 2014 - 02:31PM | By ANDREW CHUTER

LONDON — Eurofighter is holding out the possibility of Indonesia assembling the Typhoon if the Southeast Asian nation acquires the fighter in an anticipated upcoming competition.

The four-nation consortium is beating the drum for a possible Typhoon sale on its first official appearance at the Indo Defence show, which opens in the capital Jakarta Wednesday.

In a statement ahead of the show opening, Alberto Gutierrez, Eurofighter’s CEO, said the consortium is ready to work as needed with the Indonesian aerospace industry on developing indigenous capability but in the shorter term the company is willing to discuss ways in which intermediate requirements are met.

Gutierrez said there had “already been a number of useful meetings” between interested parties but it was “too early” to go into detail.

A spokesman for Eurofighter said final assembly of Typhoon jets by the Indonesian aerospace industry was one longer term possibility in any deal between the two sides.

The Eurofighter consortium of Airbus Defence and Space, Alenia Aermacchi and BAE Systems produces Typhoons for the core partners Britain, Germany, Italy and Spain, and has secured export orders in Austria, Oman and Saudi Arabia.

Eurofighter and other fighter builders responded to a request for information issued by the Indonesian government in January for a fighter to replace the F-5s currently in service with the Air Force.

Saab with the Gripen also responded.

Indonesia operates a mix of F-5s, F-16s, Su-27s, Su-30s and Hawk jets.

Sweden’s Saab issued a statement in September saying that with Jakarta spending about 1 percent of its gross domestic product on defense, it “would be looking at an aircraft that is affordable, superior and have low operational cost. All these make the Gripen an ideal solution for Indonesia.”

One industry source said nothing much has happened since the RFIs were returned.

“I’m not even taking a breath let alone holding it waiting for the Indonesians to progress this requirement; it could take four or five years,” he said, in response to a question about a possible purchase timeline.

Doug Barrie, the senior air analyst at the International Institute of Strategic Studies think tank in London, expressed a similar view.

“Indonesia has admirable ambitions to modernize its Air Force but whether they can sustain that interest to a point where they can be realized is a considerable question.”

Across the Straits of Malacca, Indonesia’s neighbour, Malaysia, is also looking to update its fighter fleet on a tight budget and has turned to possible leasing of jets to meet medium-term requirements.

Eurofighter, Saab, Boeing and possibly others have all been encouraged to submit lease proposals to the Malaysians in the last 12 months.

Saab sealed a $5.4 billion deal with Brazil in late October to supply 36 Gripen NG fighters and is conducting discussions for lease of an earlier version of the jet as an interim capability upgrade.

The company has already leased Gripen jets to other customers.

Indonesia is promising to raise defense spending to modernize the military and despite tough overall budget conditions has recently purchased armored vehicles, warships, air defense missiles and other equipment, in part as a response to increasing equipment acquisitions by other nations in the region. ■

 

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Belgian firm signs contract to purchase Indonesian-made aircraft
Thursday, 06 November 2014, 20:53 WIB
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REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, JAKARTA -- Belgian airline company AD Trade has signed a contract to purchase a unit of CN-235 aircraft manufactured by PT Dirgantara Indonesia.

"The contract is worth 22 to 23 million U.S. dollars. This is the fourth such purchase made by the company. They bought three planes earlier," the President Director of PT Dirgantara Indonesia, Budi Santoso, said here on Thursday.

The CN-235 airplane bought by the Belgian firm is a multi-function aircraft with military capabilities. It can be used for medical evacuations, maritime patrolling and delivery of goods, Santoso stated.

A superior function of the aircraft that has attracted many buyers from Asia and Africa is its capability to land on poor runways, he added.

"The interested buyers include Malaysia, Brunei Darussalam, Pakistan, South Korea, and two African nations," Santoso affirmed.

The president director further noted that PT Dirgantara products were slowly, but surely, attracting more buyers from around the world and that he hoped for this to continue in the future.

"Belgium plans to order two more units," he revealed.

Besides making aircrafts, PT Dirgantara also produces components and provides aircraft and helicopter maintenance services.

Belgian firm signs contract to purchase Indonesian-made aircraft | Republika Online

 

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INDODEFENCE 2014
Light Strike Vehicle can handle a wide range of missions - Indo14-Day3

06 November 2014

Being shown for the first time at Indo Defence 2014 is the Indonesian Light Strike Vehicle (ILSV), which has been developed over the past two years by local company PT Jala Berikat Nusantara Perkasa in association with PT Dirgantara Indonesia (Indonesian Aerospace).

The first example of the ILSV has already undertaken initial company road and cross-country trials and the company hopes it will be evaluated by the Indonesia Army in the future.

The ILSV features a combined welded tube and square steel chassis, to which is fitted a steel support structure. This in turn is fitted with aluminum panels to save weight.

The layout of the ILSV is conventional, with the powerpack at the front; to the rear of this are the commander and driver, with another two individual seats to their immediate rear.

The version being shown here at Indo Defence is in the four-door configuration. The load area at the rear is provided with an access door and the complete vehicle is fitted with a soft-cover top and air-conditioning system.

An important feature of the ILSV is its modular design, which enables it to be configured for a wide range of missions. For a higher level of crew survivability, the vehicle can be fitted with modular armoured panels in partnership with Honeywell. These are of aramid and ceramic laminate design, with situational awareness using armour glass panels.

The powerpack consists of a turbocharged and intercooled diesel developing 175hp, coupled to an automatic transmission, which gives a maximum speed of 120km/h with permanent all-wheel drive. Standard equipment includes a winch with a capacity of 4.5 tonnes, an anti-lock braking system, powered steering, double wishbone suspension with coil springs on the front and rigid axle, and leaf spring suspension at the rear.



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Light Strike Vehicle can handle a wide range of missions - Indo14-Day3 - IHS Jane's 360

 

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"President Jokowi will consistently modernize the defense weapon systems by increasing the military budget to 1.5 percent as part of his program," Ryamizard remarked during an international seminar titled, "Exploring Defense Offset in Indonesia: Expectation, Partnership and Strategy of Engagement" here on Thursday.

The previous government had allocated Rp83 trillion, or 0.8 percent of the state budget, for the Indonesian military budget. The minister noted that the total current defense budget is not enough to increase the capabilities of the Indonesian defense forces.

Maybe what he mean was 1.5% to GDP, not state budget.
I don't like sudden change because it just magnet for corruption. TNI is very corrupt.

I prefer if military budget is increase gradually / annually. e.g.: this year 4.5% of state budget, next year 6% of state budget, next year 7.5% of state budget, ... , up to 10% of state budget.