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Naval Defence Market
Belvyon addresses the unique challenges of the maritime defence environment: the need for enhanced protection without compromising ship stability, corrosion-resistant materials for extended operational life, and advanced radar materials for multifunction naval radar systems.
Our portfolio delivers breakthrough capabilities for surface combatants, from ballistic protection with dramatic weight savings to smart materials that enhance naval radar performance in contested electromagnetic environments.
Value Proposition
- 71.53% weight reduction enabling improved ship stability
- Corrosion-resistant composites for maritime environments
- Enhanced radar performance with sub-100μs switching
- ITAR-free UK origin for allied naval programmes
Featured Solutions
Advanced materials for naval defence applications
TOPSPOT™
Hybrid Composite FGM Ballistic Armor
TOPSPOT™ delivers exceptional ballistic protection with 71.53% weight reduction compared to steel, critical for naval applications where topside weight directly impacts ship stability and performance.
- 71.53% weight reduction vs steel
- Corrosion-resistant for maritime use
- Multi-hit capability
BV-RAF-4B16
Smart Material for AESA Radar
An enabling technology component that enhances naval multifunction radar performance through rapid switching and frequency agility for enhanced electronic warfare capability.
- <100μs switching time
- Wideband frequency agility
- Fleet air defence enhancement
Applications
Advanced materials across naval defence platforms
Surface Combatant Protection
TOPSPOT™ ballistic armor provides critical system and personnel protection for frigates, destroyers, and corvettes with significant weight savings that improve stability and reduce topside mass.
Material: TOPSPOT™
Bridge Window Solutions
Signature-managed bridge windows reduce radar cross-section of superstructure apertures while maintaining the optical clarity essential for visual navigation and watchkeeping.
Material: VELON-G™
Multifunction Radar Systems
BV-RAF-4B16 smart material enables enhanced beam steering, frequency agility, and electronic counter-countermeasures for next-generation naval multifunction radar systems.
Material: BV-RAF-4B16
Submarine Applications
Lightweight composite protection for sail and external structures, with corrosion-resistant properties essential for extended underwater operations and reduced maintenance requirements.
Material: TOPSPOT™
Naval-Specific Advantages
Why Belvyon materials for maritime defence applications
Weight Reduction
71.53% weight savings compared to steel armor directly improves ship stability, reduces topside mass, and enables additional capability without compromising seakeeping.
Improved Stability
Reduced topside weight lowers the centre of gravity, improving ship stability margins and enabling enhanced protection without naval architecture compromises.
Corrosion Resistance
Composite materials provide inherent corrosion resistance for maritime environments, reducing maintenance burden and extending operational service life.
Enhanced Radar Performance
Sub-100μs switching enables agile beam steering and enhanced ECCM capability for next-generation naval multifunction radar systems.
ITAR-Free
UK origin enables direct partnership with allied naval programmes without US export control restrictions, streamlining procurement and integration.
Retrofit Capability
Materials designed for integration into both new-build programmes and retrofit applications for in-service vessel capability upgrades.
Interested in Naval Defence Solutions?
Contact our technical team to discuss how Belvyon's advanced materials can enhance your naval defence programme.
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