Fire control, surveillance, and positioning systems for demanding environments
Class leading surveillance, targeting and fire control systems for Land and Maritime domains around the world.
For demanding environments, demand the best. We are Chess Dynamics.
Advanced modular and scalable multi-sensor systems for precise reconnaissance, surveillance, targeting and Ground Based Air Defence across the land domain.
Exceptional performance video tracking and imaging processing solutions for challenging targets in cluttered environments.
Class-leading products and scalable systems solutions delivering advanced situational awareness, surveillance and precision gunfire control.
Combat-proven C-UAS systems since 2017, capable of accurate and robust tracking and neutralisation of drones in complex environments.
Defence Leaders around the world work with us for market-leading, reliable defence systems.
Designed by experts, built by specialists, maintained by professionals.
DESIGNED BY EXPERTS
Innovation is in our DNA. Three decades of consistent demonstration of engineering excellence, founded on our ability to design and manufacture robust, upgradeable and scalable systems. Safeguard and secure your most valuable assets with Chess Dynamics.
Latest News
25/06/2025
Balancing Service and Sales – Meet Rich Varley, Senior Sales Manager & Military Reservist
On 25th June, we celebrated Reserves Day. This day is a moment to shine a spotlight on the men and women who balance civilian life with military service. As part of the wider Armed Forces Week celebrations, Reserves Day honours the vital contribution of reservists across all branches of the UK Armed Forces.
Find out more23/06/2025
Celebrating International Women in Engineering Day
“Follow what you enjoy most and just see where it leads. Don’t put too much pressure on choosing one specific path—along the way, you might discover something you enjoy even more but never considered before.”
Find out more16/06/2025
Chess dynamics' Vision4ce Tracking Technology Demonstrates Outstanding Performance at Dstl Trials
Advanced AI-driven tracking system successfully tested against multiple dynamic targets in challenging conditions
Find out more14/11/2024
Chess Dynamics Continues to Strengthen Sales Team with Key Appointments
Chess Dynamics has appointed two new Sales Managers to further strengthen its team in CLS (Customer Logistics Support) and the Maritime Sector.
Find out more04/11/2024
Chess Dynamics launches Fire Control Radar and Electro-optical system, optimised for the control of naval guns
Chess Dynamics has launched its next generation Fire Control Radar and Electro-optical system – SeaEagle FCRO – designed to deliver precision fire control for any in service naval gun, with applicability also to other types of weapon.
Find out more03/10/2024
Chess Dynamics secures £6.7m contract to provide ground-based sensor systems to major defence prime
Chess Dynamics (Chess) is to provide a large quantity of ground-based sensor systems to a major European defence prime, as part of a contract worth more than £6.7 million.
Find out more30/09/2024
Chess Dynamics showcases industry leading surveillance at ADAS 2024
Chess Dynamics was delighted to have exhibited at ADAS for the first time this year, and Group Managing Director David Tuddenham and Senior Naval Sales Manager Martin Read were on hand at the stand throughout the show in Manila, The Philippines.
Find out more27/09/2024
Chess Dynamics raises money for MacMillan Cancer Support
Chess Dynamics colleagues unleashed their inner Mary Berrys and Paul Hollywoods for a nautical themed Macmillan Cancer Support Coffee Morning raising over £408!
Find out more25/07/2024
Chess Dynamics Strengthens Land Sales Team with Key Appointments
Chess Dynamics has appointed two new Land Sales Managers to strengthen its team and drive growth in the land sector and the Hawkeye family of systems.
Find out more22/07/2024
Chess Dynamics and BAE Systems Bofors collaborate on next-generation Tridon Mk2
Chess Dynamics is pleased to announce a successful collaboration with BAE Systems Bofors for the fire control element of the Tridon Mk2. This next generation 40mm anti-aircraft system represents a significant advancement in firepower and operational capability, and incorporates Chess’ leading air defence system technology.
Find out more08/07/2024
Chess Dynamics Has been Certified as Carbon Neutral by the Carbon Footprint Standard!
We're thrilled to announce a significant step towards environmental responsibility: through our support of a Malawian energy-efficient M’tetezi biomass cookstove project and our local actions to reduce our Carbon Emissions, we have now been certified as a Carbon Neutral business! This reflects our commitment to sustainability and aligns with our values of fostering a positive global impact.
Find out more23/06/2024
International Women in Engineering Day: Celebrating Achievements and Inspiring the Future
International Women in Engineering Day is an international awareness campaign to raise the profile of women in engineering and focus attention on the amazing career opportunities available to females in this exciting industry. It celebrates the outstanding achievements of women engineers throughout the world.
Find out more03/06/2024
Chess Dynamics Celebrates Volunteers' Week by Giving Back to Communities!
Chess Dynamics is proud to celebrate Volunteers' Week by dedicating time and effort to giving back to our local communities.
Find out more01/05/2024
Chess Dynamics Appoints Mark Byfield as New Business Development Director
Chess Dynamics is pleased to announce that Mark Byfield has been appointed as the new Business Development Director.
Find out more22/04/2024
Chess Dynamics Launches the Vision4ce Mini CHARM: A Powerful Image Processor for Size-Constrained Applications
Chess Dynamics has launched the Vision4ce Mini CHARM, a new image processor specifically designed for size and weight-constrained applications, such as drones and small tactical vehicles.
Find out more04/04/2024
Chess Dynamics to Provide Surveillance Systems for Australia's Hunter Class Frigates
Chess Dynamics has been awarded a contract by BAE Systems Maritime Australia to supply its SeaEagle FCEO surveillance systems for the first batch of the Royal Australian Navy's (RAN) Hunter class frigates.
Find out more26/03/2024
Cohort Group Companies Team Up: SEA's Trainable Decoy Launcher with Chess Dynamics' Technology Selected by MoD
Chess Dynamics' unique positioning technology has played a key role in fellow Cohort Group company SEA securing a major contract with the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) to provide a trainable decoy launcher as part of the Maritime Electronic Warfare Programme (MEWP).
Find out more21/03/2024
Chess Dynamics Takes Home Top Prize at the Gatwick Diamond Business Awards!
We are thrilled to announce that Chess Dynamics was crowned the winner of the prestigious Manufacturing Business of the Year Award at the highly anticipated Gatwick Diamond Business Awards ceremony! This incredible achievement is a testament to the unwavering dedication and hard work of our entire team.
Find out more12/03/2024
Chess Dynamics Secures Three Major Orders with Global Defence Company
Chess Dynamics, a leading provider in precision radar turntables, has secured three significant orders worth £3.7 million from a global defence and security company, reinforcing its expertise in large positioner systems.
Find out more08/03/2024
Deep Embedded Feature Tracking for an Evolving Surveillance Landscape
The surveillance landscape is changing. Traditional methods of targeting and tracking no longer meet the demands of evolving threats to global security. The emergence of agile, cost-effective, and highly capable C-UAV technology has accelerated changes in the defence industry, and when utilised by hostile actors in complex operational environments they can offer their operators a tactical advantage and pose a major security threat.
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