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| The Role Of Unmanned Vehicles In War Against Maritime Terrorism The role of unmanned vehicles in the war against maritime terrorism will be one of the key topics at this year's UDT Europe, taking place at La Mostra d'Oltremare in Naples, Italy, next week from the 5th – 7th June. Keynote presentations will highlight the technological advances in remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) and autonomous undersea and surface vehicles (AUVs), and detail how these vehicles can not only be used for typical naval missions but also to counter the rapidly growing threat of maritime terrorism. Unmanned vehicles can perform roles in harbour and coastal waters surveillance, mine counter-measure operations, intelligence operations, and as integrated components of harbour defence systems. In the civilian world, unmanned vehicles are being developed for use in oceanographic, scientific and archaeological surveys, and for servicing to many off-shore installations, including oil platforms, pipelines, communications and power cables, and seismographic undersea stations. UDT Europe 2007 is expecting to see over 1, 500 visitors and delegates from 40 countries descend on Naples for the event, along with over 100 exhibitors and speakers. Internationally renowned speakers opening the conference include: Commander, Allied Joint Force Command, Naples, Admiral H.G Ulrich III; National Armament Director, Italy, General G. Botondi; and Chief of Staff of the Italian Navy, Admiral P. La Rosa. Since its launch, in 1987, UDT has developed an enviable reputation as the only dedicated conference and exhibition serving the undersea defence sector. Alongside the three full exhibition and conference days, UDT Europe will additionally offer numerous networking opportunities, including the first ever UDT Gala Dinner on Wednesday 6th June, open to all conference delegates and exhibitors. write your comments about the article :: © 2007 Exhibition News :: home page |