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Follow on Google News | CASSIDIAN to deliver next generation encryption technology for Eurofighter Typhoon in 2012• Final end-to-end encryption equipment trials on aircraft planned for Summer 2012 • Cassidian world-leading encryption technology will then be available for installation in UK Eurofighter Typhoon Fleet in 2012
By: Cassidian The Eurofighter Typhoon is regarded as the most advanced multi-role combat aircraft on the world market. Today the Eurofighter programme not only represents the largest industrial programme in Europe, supporting 100,000 jobs in 400 companies, but it is also the most advanced example of technology within the European industry base, with innovative technologies which are a key feature of this fighter aircraft. Next generation encryption technology has been developed by Cassidian over several years and will be entering the final validation step this summer. Encryption is a critical cyber security technique that ensures mission data is securely exchanged between friendly forces. The equipment - “Single Point Fill” - is an innovation that provides a major step forward for the management of multi-crypto platforms, potentially reducing the key loading process from one hour to less than one minute on a daily basis. Modern military aircraft require multiple secure communications systems to enable them to operate in a network centric environment; Single Point Fill also allows crews to pre-load and store multiple mission scenarios for the first time. This will help improve mission flexibility, reduce data handling errors and bring the benefit of through life-cost savings. This new full electronic key management system has already been successful in extensive trials and this summer will be fully integrated into the platform to validate the end-to-end use of original key material through the whole system. The Eurofighter Typhoon will be the first aircraft in the world to be equipped with next generation encryption technology developed by Cassidian with support from Raytheon Systems Ltd. The integration of Single Point Fill units onto aircraft is expected to commence on the UK fleet this year. EADS and Cassidian have created a new dedicated business, Cassidian CyberSecurity, entirely devoted to addressing the fast-growing cyber security market across Europe, with an initial focus on France, Germany and the United Kingdom. Single Point Fill is part of the trusted infrastructure element of the portfolio. The cyber security work of Cassidian has already scored a number of successes in 2011: in France with SAPHIR NG, the extended network serving all units of the national gendarmerie force; in Germany, the armed forces are using Secure Exchange Gateway (SECCOM®) operationally. This is a high grade security solution for secure data exchange between different classified networks. Similarly, in the United Kingdom, ECTOCRYP® cryptographic solutions are being used by the British government. About CASSIDIAN (www.cassidian.com) Cassidian, an EADS company, is a worldwide leader in global security solutions and systems, providing Lead Systems Integration and value-added products and services to civil and military customers around the globe: air systems (aircraft and unmanned aerial systems), land, naval and joint systems, intelligence and surveillance, cyber security, secure communications, test systems, missiles, services and support solutions. In 2011, Cassidian – with around 28,000 employees – achieved revenues of €5.8 billion. EADS is a global leader in aerospace, defence and related services. In 2011, the Group – comprising Airbus, Astrium, Cassidian and Eurocopter – generated revenues of €49.1 billion and employed a workforce of more than 133,000. CASSIDIAN - Defending World Security Contacts: Deborah Waddon Nelly Tartivel Cassidian Press centre: http://www.cassidian.com/ End
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