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We are happy to announce that SkyDec now has extended  services with added expertise into the fields of National Defense and Civil Emergency sectors. From November 1st the SkyDec crew started a new business together with M&NT Consultancy and Adphidius, bringing together Military (navigation) systems, National defense services and expertise  in Civil Emergency Organizations.

It is a long cherished wish to expand our range of activities, which is achieved now in this new cooperation. We truly believe that this strategic move improves services to a wider range of customers, both local and worldwide.

Please contact us for further information at info@skydec.com

The SkyDec team:

Bert Wubben
Laurens Fransen
Michael van der Klip
Paul Pattynama

www.skydec.com

A while ago, we were asked for help because a navy ships fire control system did not accept the GPS signal to actually activate the missile. What happened? The timing of the civil GPS signal appeared to be incorrect and the system simply did not work anymore. Luckily, it happened during the testing phase, but imagine what could have happened if it was during a mission critical operation?

All missions start with awareness, situational awareness. Being aware of where you are, knowing what threats are surrounding you, and knowing when, where and how threats will affect you and the people that trust on your protection.

In building up your situational awareness, the key factor is your location. Intel about enemy activity is useless without knowing where you are. Without reliable information about your own position, it is impossible to know in which direction you should defend yourself, and it is impossible to determine how long it will take before offenders will reach you.

The same applies for any Head Quarters or Mobile Command Unit; a field report is of no value without reliable information about your own position.

SkyDec has been serving Military Forces for decades by providing high-end GPS solutions and onsite support. SkyDec is a Dutch company specialized in Military GPS solutions with its own R&D and Manufacturing departments. We are fully accredited by the United States authorities to develop and integrate with military GPS (Crypto and Keys).

Our core business is Military GPS Host Systems. However, as part of our scope we also provide an entire set- up of fully interfaced and integrated COTS products for a combined Navigation and Communication suite for small craft in use by e.g. Special Forces. The products we make are designed and built in accordance with Military Standards and are integrated successfully on a variety of (Naval) platforms. We supplied to many (NATO) countries already, such as for instance the UK, the Netherlands, Denmark, Norway, Spain and Turkey. Please check our website for more information www.skydec.com or call us at +31 (0)10-462 77 77.

Does your military navigation system need an update, but you do not want to renew the complete integrated system?

Tell us your specifications including vessel type, operating environment, legacy systems and we will make sure your navigation system is updated to the latest military standards, provisioned for jamming counter measures and future proof. Working with Military Code GPS, our specialism is developing interfaces to provide navigation, timing and synchronization signals to your legacy systems.

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For military navigation & communications systems designers that need to deliver the highest level of performance and reliability, SkyDec technology maximizes accuracy in a solution compatible with every configuration.

Systems designed with SkyDec technology deliver the most reliable and accurate signals:

1. Customized
Every system is customized to function seamlessly in the clients existing framework.

2.Expertise
Our team is specialized in designing, installing, and servicing navigation technologies to military standards including Military Code GPS and eLoran.

3. Robust
From aircraft carriers to patrol boats and submarines, our systems are built to survive the most demanding operating environment.

Last April the enhanced Loran technique was successfully demonstrated at the New York Stock Exchange.

It is not common knowledge that next to positioning, timing is also a crucial part of GPS, and global operations such as financial transactions depend on the timing capabilities of the GPS satellite signal.

Precise and synchronized timing is critical to the financial markets just as positioning and timing is critical for military vessels navigating hostile waters.

Now that eLoran is a proven timing back-up for GPS in the financial sector, more and more industries will recognize the importance of having multiple timing sources.

SkyDec, a world leader in military GPS systems, has seen a growing demand from Naval forces for receivers using eLoran technology, as a back-up positioning and timing solution.

Are you relying purely on satellite signals? Contact SkyDec for details how to equip your navigation system with both a military GPS and Loran-C/eLoran system.

Over the last few years more and more news items warn us about the vulnerabilities and weaknesses of the GPS / GNSS systems. Recently, there have been renewed reports of GPS jamming from North Korea. What happens if your military navigation system fails due to the loss of a GPS signal?

An old technology has the answer. The Loran-C (long range navigation system) was originally developed during WOII. Today the USA, Russia and Asian governments are investing in the technology because it is very difficult to disrupt. The eLoran receiver is a modern and advanced version that is a reliable back-up in event of jamming.

SkyDec, a world leader in military GPS systems, has seen a growing demand for eLoran receivers for naval forces around the world. When installed it automatically switches navigation to the land based eLoran signal if the GPS signal is jammed, spoofed or simply not strong enough.

Do you want to make sure that your military navigation system does not purely rely on satellite signals?

SkyDec can interface the eLoran receiver into your existing navigation systems. There is no need to replace legacy equipment. Without interrupting operations SkyDec can have your military navigation system protected against GPS jamming and futureproof.