Chess Dynamics 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.

The systems will be used for a ground-based target tracking application. Work will commence immediately, and deliveries will continue out to 2025.

Mark Byfield, Business Development Director at Chess Dynamics, said: ‘This order further reinforces Chess’s expertise in surveillance and targeting systems and is testament to the quality and reliability of our products. Our core competency in precise motion control coupled with high performance sensors ensures the overall system delivers enhanced performance and reliability.’

Chess has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the design of high-performance multi-axis servo positioners and directors.

It has built up a comprehensive range of products to suit most surveillance, targeting and fire control applications in both the land and maritime domains