Sagem (Safran group), the European leader in navigation technologies and systems, is introducing its new BlueNaute™ attitude and heading reference system for shipborne applications at the ongoing Euronaval 2012 Exhibition (Le Bourget, 22-26 October 2012)

BlueNaute™ is based on a hemispherical resonator gyro (HRG) technology that is patented by Sagem. It is at the heart of a system that is fully suited to commercial shipping needs, and in compliance with the requirements of the International Maritime Organization and the SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) treaty.

Offering MTBF (Mid-Time Between Failures) exceeding 100,000 hours, and extended lifetime, BlueNaute™ signals a major improvement in maintainability and total cost of ownership compared with the previous generation of maritime navigation equipment.

At this year's Euronaval, Sagem is showcasing its products and expertise in 5 main areas: submarines, surface vessels, marine units, airborne surveillance and, for the first time, navigation systems for commercial ships. It will also be offering dynamic demonstrations.

New Sagem products showcased at Euronaval 2012 also include.

Multifunction Optronic Systems for Fast Patrol Boats: Addressing the needs of maritime protection missions, Sagem offers an integrated cockpit including optronic sensors and light, remotely-operated weapons. This system combines surveillance and fire control capabilities, and comprises a Vigy Observer gyrostabilized optronic turret, a Sea Wasp turret (developed in conjunction with Panhard) with a 7.62mm weapon, and Lukeos Naval infrared episcopes for a panoramic view of the surrounding environment. The Vigy Observer joins the EOMS NG range designed for panoramic surveillance and fire control of large-caliber weapons.

Optronic Surveillance Mast: The latest member of Sagem's submarine product line, the optronic surveillance mast is a compact unit with a complete suite of optronic sensors: HDTV color cameras, infrared and image intensification sensors, laser rangefinders and more. Fully integrated in the combat system, this mast supports new operating modes, since it can transmit panoramic video from all sensors to multifunction control work stations, especially the DCNS Subtics model.

Sagem's optronics, navigation and self-defense solutions have been selected for some of the latest naval programs around the world: Suffren class nuclear submarines in the Barracuda program, Aquitaine class European multimission frigates (FREMM), the Adroit ocean-going patrol boat, Baynunah corvettes (United Arab Emirates), Scorpène class submarines, air defense destroyers and aircraft carriers (Australia), and the NH90 Caiman, Panther MKII and EC725 Caracal helicopters.