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Title	Leader in Rugged Land and Vehicle Antennas for Defence Communications
Category	Business --> Aerospace and Defense
Meta Keywords	vehicle antenna , satcom antenna, Air Traffic Management Systems
Owner	jayanath
Chelton's Land Systems portfolio delivers a comprehensive range of rugged communication solutions for modern defence. As the company notes, it is "famous for our rugged highly dependable antennas" and has "branched out into many fields of Land products". From its origins in advanced antenna design, Chelton now provides ground-penetrating radar for ordnance detection and the most fielded vehicle intercom systems (over 1,000,000 units in service). Chelton's land-based systems even include Air Traffic Management (ATM) installations at civilian and military airfields worldwide. This breadth of capability – spanning ground radar to tactical radio equipment – underscores Chelton's role at the forefront of defence communication technology. Key Chelton Land System offerings include: • Land and Vehicle Antennas – High-performance antennas for radios, jammers, data links and satellite communications. • Vehicle Intercom Systems – Tough, mission-critical in-vehicle voice/data interfaces. • Explosive Ordnance Detection (EOD) – Ground-penetrating radar systems for counter-IED and mine clearance. • Air Traffic Management Systems – Radar displays and controllers for airspace safety. Each category has its own dedicated product page at Chelton, linked above. Together, they form an integrated tactical communication system suite that meets today's defence needs. As Chelton emphasizes, their Land Systems and supporting solutions ensure "robust, clear communication in the harshest environments" – from frontline armoured vehicles to fixed base stations. High-Performance Land & Vehicle Antennas Chelton's Land and Vehicle Antennas provide robust connectivity for ground forces and tactical vehicles. These antennas are built to military-grade standards: single-band, multi-band and broadband designs support modern combat net radios, software-defined radios, high-capacity data links and UHF SATCOM (UFO/MUOS). High-power variants are available for electronic warfare and jamming applications (e.g., counter-IED tasks). To extend range, Chelton also offers accessories like ground-plane spike adaptors, antenna elevation kits, and tactical masts, enabling a complete deployable communications infrastructure. On the vehicle antenna side, Chelton's designs span HF, VHF, UHF and GPS bands. Field-proven whip and fiberglass antennas feature flexible, interchangeable sections and spring-mounted bases for impact survivability. Wide-band and multi-band models reduce the number of antennas needed on a vehicle, cutting down co-site interference. Many vehicle antennas incorporate built-in interference cancellation and filtering to improve performance exactly where commanders need it. Drawing on over 60 years of airborne antenna expertise, Chelton ensures its military vehicle antennas meet the most demanding environmental and performance challenges. Chelton's commitment to land antenna excellence is reflected in their in-house R&D. The company "develop[s] high-performance land and vehicle antennas, enabling reliable connectivity for modern tactical operations". Designers even offer custom antenna solutions (e.g. conformal or digital-network antennas) so that units can "operate at the tactical edge" with uninterrupted communications. Battle-Proven Vehicle Intercom Systems Chelton's Vehicle Intercom Systems (VIS) keep vehicle crews connected in combat. As the VIS product page explains, these systems are "tough and tested with over 150,000 systems in service around the world". Built to full military specifications with battle-damage resilience, the VIS platform provides reliable, clear voice and data communications even with occupants wearing gloves. Chelton's modular VIS architecture adapts to light utility vehicles up to heavy armour and command centres, ensuring secure in-vehicle comms across a wide range of platforms. Chelton offers both cutting-edge and legacy VIS options. Modern VIS units feature IP-based VoIP connectivity and advanced call features, while backward-compatible analogue systems (e.g. ROVIS, LV2) support existing military intercom networks. This means platoon commanders can upgrade to voice-over-IP networks without sacrificing compatibility with older kit. In short, Chelton's Vehicle Intercom Systems deliver mission-critical communication technology that is "proper tough… reliable, easy to use even with gloves on". Robust Ground Antennas and Explosive Ordnance Detection Beyond vehicle-mounted gear, Chelton's land solutions include durable ground antennas and specialized detection radar. The Ground & Building Antennas line uses proven, rugged materials so installations – temporary, semi-permanent or permanent – will survive extreme environments. This range covers HF, VHF and UHF ground antennas as well as high-gain directional parabolic dishes for long-haul links. Combined with Chelton's lightweight masts, these ground antennas let forces quickly erect a reliable communications network wherever needed. In the EOD domain, Chelton brings its antenna design heritage to ground-penetrating radar. The company's Explosive Ordnance Detection (EOD) systems use advanced radar antennas to locate buried IEDs and mines. As Chelton notes, their EOD radar "offers unmatched precision for ground and subterranean threats". The detectors are backed by in-house live testing facilities and virtual-reality training support, ensuring operators can deploy them effectively. These innovations in ground radar exemplify Chelton's expertise in defence-grade communications and sensing technology, safeguarding troops from hidden dangers. Advanced Air Traffic Management and Microwave Antennas Chelton's land portfolio also extends into aviation support and specialized microwave products. The Air Traffic Management Systems cater to both civil and military airfields. Chelton's ATM products – such as the RDSControl radar display – give controllers advanced tools (new 4K displays, safety nets, glideslope monitoring, windfarm mitigation, etc.). These systems are deployed worldwide to protect national airspace and even operate aboard the Royal Navy's Queen Elizabeth-class carriers. By porting land-based ATC software to sea, Chelton ensures pilots and controllers enjoy seamless operations whether ashore or afloat. On the antenna front, Chelton's Newmarket (formerly European Antennas) facility is a center of excellence for microwave antennas. With over 25 years of experience, the Newmarket team maintains nearly 2,500 standard antenna designs and can develop bespoke solutions as needed. The product line includes high-gain omni-directional antennas, ultra-wideband directional arrays, multi-octave bicones and collinear arrays. These microwave antennas support high-capacity communications and data links in land environments, ranging from fixed base stations to tactical vehicle comms. Chelton's design and manufacturing capabilities enable cost-effective prototyping through high-volume production, satisfying both commercial and military demand. Chelton's Leadership in Defence Communication Technology Chelton's broad land-system offerings – from hardened antennas to complete communication suites – solidify its status as a leader in defence communication technology. By continually innovating across product lines, Chelton ensures that war fighters have reliable connectivity on the move and at base. As the company states, it develops solutions that "enable reliable connectivity for modern tactical operations" and never sacrifice performance even in the harshest conditions. With proven, battle-proven products and on site testing facilities, Chelton remains a go-to provider for mission-critical Land and Vehicle Antennas, Vehicle Intercom Systems, ground radars, and related technologies. In every category, Chelton's systems are designed to meet real-world tactical requirements, reflecting the company's unwavering commitment to dependable defence communications.