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SA R&D Catalogue » Security » Afrinautics
Afrinautics is a new company populated with seasoned and experienced professionals and
entrepreneurs who have come together with the singular intention of bringing advanced
surveillance and security technology solutions to the global marketplace to help ensure the
safety of all individuals. African Astronautics has met with representatives of the defence, civil
and private sectors across South Africa and the Southern African Development Community to
discuss their respective needs for airborne surveillance and security solutions.
The representative customer requirements are diverse and cut across a number of technological
and jurisdictional domains, which include, among others, defense, law enforcement, exclusive
economic zones and environmental. African Astronautics also provide turnkey solutions, which
include diverse airborne platforms, integrated sensors, comprehensive training and supply chain
logistics support to multiple government entities seeking to establish a national program. In
addition, African Astronautics will provide training and life cycle support for all programs.
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Airborne surveillance and security related products and services for the defence, civil and private
sectors in Africa, Middle East, Latin America and Asia.
Regional and national security demands the utilisation of a range of technologies from manned to
unmanned systems, which will provide near- and real-time information on a common operational
picture. The platforms include commercial satellites, tethered aerostats, aircraft, and unmanned
aerial vehicles. The platforms are capable of hosting a range of sensors such as electro-optical,
near infrared, and synthetic aperture radar, which support day/night, all weather surveillance.
In addition, these systems are configured with line of sight and/or satellite communications
equipment to support the dissemination of the information. The mission systems have been
designed to support land, air, and sea surveillance and security operations.
A range of security sensors and information management systems to provide technologies in
support border control, diplomatic visits, sports events, critical infrastructure such as inner city
streets, airports, ports/harbours, etc.
- Integrated spacial security solutions, air transport solutions
- Avionics, guidance and control
Contact person: Etienne Louw, Director, Spatial security solutions
Tel: +27(0)12 844 0900
Email: elouw@afrinautics.com
Website: www.afrinautics.com
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