Chemring Group is a defense technology company focused on the development and manufacture of countermeasures, sensors, and energetic systems for aerospace, defense, and security markets. The company operates through various segments, including countermeasures, sensors, and energetic systems. Its product offerings encompass conventional flares, chaff, special material decoys, and naval countermeasures, alongside electronic countermeasures and equipment for chemical and biological threat detection. Chemring serves a diverse client base, with significant operations in North America, where it primarily supplies the U.S. Department of Defense and its prime contractors. In Europe, the company caters to NATO and non-NATO customers, and it maintains a presence in the Asia Pacific region. Additionally, Chemring is involved in contract research and development, further enhancing its capabilities in the defense sector.
Chemring Detection Systems, Inc. (CDS) is a global leader in chemical, biological, explosives and narcotics threat detection and identification systems. Our industry-leading experience developing advanced sensors and detection systems for the U.S. military has enabled us to expand our capabilities to meet the demands of the homeland security market and international customers.
Mecar is a manufacturer based in Seneffe, Belgium, known for its expertise in weapon systems and a diverse array of ammunition. The company produces medium to heavy caliber ammunition, which includes Direct Fire ammunition for light armored vehicles, tanks, and infantry, ranging from 25mm to 120mm. Additionally, Mecar offers mortar and artillery ammunition, as well as rifle and hand grenades. With a strong international reputation, Mecar serves various defense needs by supplying high-quality weaponry and ammunition to military forces around the world.
Roke Manor Research is a prominent provider of engineering and technology consulting services, catering to clients in the National Security, Defense, and Commercial sectors. The company specializes in areas such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, cloud engineering, cyber and network security, and communication assurance. Roke assists clients in navigating emerging threats and technologies, delivering innovative solutions that enhance defense and resilience. Their expertise extends to prototyping, validating, and demonstrating countermeasures against improvised explosive devices, which helps clients improve efficiency and reduce costs. Through collaboration and integration of skills, Roke is committed to delivering strategic advantages in an increasingly uncertain world.
NIITEK, part of the Chemring Group, is the world leader in the design, development and production of Counter-IED Ground Penetrating Radar ("GPR") systems. NIITEK’s combat ready GPR systems are the leading edge of mine detection technology and are successfully being used by US and Coalition forces in Afghanistan.
BDL Systems Ltd
Acquisition in 2008
BDL Systems Ltd. engages in designing, developing, and manufacturing initiation, surveillance, and other security products for defense.
Chemring Ordnance, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and manufacture of ordnance, pyrotechnic products, and various munition components tailored for military applications, homeland security, and first responders. The company produces a wide range of items, including 40mm low and high velocity ammunition, pyrotechnic marking and signaling devices, battlefield effects simulators, and hand grenade fuses, along with load, assemble, and pack services. Chemring Ordnance also offers anti-personnel obstacle breaching systems and counter-IED products. With over 50 years of experience, the company is a key supplier to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied Ministries of Defense globally. Founded in 1954 and headquartered in Perry, Florida, Chemring Ordnance operates as a subsidiary of Nammo AS and is recognized for its commitment to delivering high-quality products that meet precise specifications. The company boasts a team of skilled engineers and scientists who are leaders in pyrotechnic compositions and energetic materials, fostering strong connections with research and development institutions.
Scot specializes in the design and manufacture of aircraft equipment, focusing on small precision electric motors for the general aviation sector. The company produces a variety of components, including actuators, valves, sequencers, separation nuts and bolts, and aircraft weapon ejector systems. Additionally, Scot develops pyrotechnic, electro-mechanical, and pneumatic systems for aircraft, missiles, and space programs. Its product offerings also encompass time delay devices, cartridge actuated devices for military aircraft, as well as overwing spoiler actuators and latch release actuators for commercial aviation.
Titan Dynamics Systems
Acquisition in 2008
Titan Dynamics Systems is a manufacturer of battlefield effects simulators ("BES"), which are incorporatedinto the US Army's and Marine Corps' digital trainingranges. Under a five year contract operated by the US ProgramExecutive Office, Simulation, Training and Instrumentation(PEOSTRI), Titan supplies proprietary launchers and cartridges toprovide realistic simulation for "force on target" training. Titanalso has a range of simulators to meet the evolving trainingrequirements from current deployments. These include a range ofImprovised Explosive Device ("IED") effects simulators, and amissile launch simulator which replicates the characteristics ofshoulder-launched weapons against land or air targets.
Richmond Electronics & Engineering Limited
Acquisition in 2007
Richmond Electronics & Engineering is a manufacturer of disruptors and other equipment for the safe neutralisation of Improvised Explosive Devices ("IEDs") and unexploded ordnance. Richmond's patented recoilless disruptors fire a projectile or jet of water into the firing circuits of an IED to neutralise it without detonation, and can be fitted to even small bomb disposal robots using Richmond's precision aiming and mounting systems. Richmond also manufactures IED search equipment and a range of tools for remote dismantling and neutralising unexploded ordnance which facilitate the reconstruction of conflict zones.
Dyno Nobel - High Energy Materials
Acquisition in 2007
Dyno Nobel - HEM manufactures and supplies RDX and HMX, and other niche energetic materials for explosives and propellant applications.
Chemring Energetic Devices, part of Chemring Group Plc, is a world leader in the design, development and manufacture of energetic, mechanical and electronic subsystems serving the aerospace and defense industries. CED’s experienced management team has been infused with senior leadership who has a record of successful prime and industry leading second tier contractor experience with various programs. This experience brings significant knowledge, sensitivity and attention to the details of those elements considered imperative to program success, including low risk technical solutions, sub-contract management, cost, schedule, quality and performance.
Leafield Engineering is a specialized designer, assembler, and supplier of complex components and systems for the defense industry, with a focus on pyro-mechanical devices and weapon sub-systems. The company has recently secured a significant contract as part of the SAAB Bofors Dynamics team to develop the next generation light anti-armour weapon for the UK and Swedish armed forces. In this project, Leafield Engineering is responsible for manufacturing critical components, including the safety and arming unit, key pyro-mechanisms, and an insensitive munitions miniature detonating cord. Additionally, the company supplies surplus naval systems and spare parts to various clients, including navies, original equipment manufacturers, and prime contractors. Leafield Engineering also manages stock for the Ministry of Defence, facilitating logistics for former Royal Navy and other military vessels worldwide, ensuring they have access to advanced products.
Chemring Energetics UK Ltd (CEUK) provides equipment based on energetic materials (explosive, propellant) for the defence, civil defence and key commercial customers and aims to be the best producer of solid propellants, IM explosives, energetic devices and sub systems in Europe in terms of safety, customer service, and innovation'.
COMET Feuerwerk manufactures and supplies a range of military and marine pyrotechnics. Its military pyrotechnics that include a range of innovative battlefield simulation products, complement those sold by PW Defence, a Chemring subsidiary based in Derby in the United Kingdom. Comet’s marine pyrotechnic products are complementary to the range of SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) approved marine pyrotechnics currently produced by Chemring.
Kilgore Flares Company specializes in the design, development, and manufacture of advanced expendable countermeasures, particularly infrared decoy flares. As the sole-source supplier for some of the world's most sophisticated airborne platforms, the company provides a range of products including pressed, extruded, and cast airborne expendable infrared countermeasure flares, as well as naval and shipboard countermeasures. Additionally, Kilgore manufactures medium caliber ammunition and various energetic products, including grenades, ignition and illuminating cartridges, marine location markers, and signal cartridges. The company is recognized for its expertise in creating innovative solutions for air-sea rescue and military applications.
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