REDARC Defence Systems has entered into a partnership with Abaco Systems.
The partnership will allow both companies to further align with the needs of the growing Australian defence sector for rugged embedded computing applications.
Abaco’s head office is based in Huntsville, Alabama. They provide advanced rugged embedded computing solutions and are known for open architecture computing and electronic systems for aerospace, defence, and industrial applications.
REDARC Defence Systems (REDARC), based in SA was formed in 2019 from REDARC Electronics to service the growing Australian and global defence markets.
The decision to move forward with a strategic partnership came after introductions were made by Team Defence Australia at Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI 2019). REDARC and Abaco have since positioned the partnership to align with Australian government requirements and drive Australian sales in major defence programs leveraging the Abaco global sales team.
REDARC and Abaco Systems will collaborate on multiple emerging Australian opportunities, including Land 400, Air 6500, Plan Jericho, Loyal Wingman and others.
Both teams say they have 'complimentary capabilities in rugged embedded hardware manufacturing, integration, global supply chain, and logistics, along with deep expertise in Australian industries.'
"This optimum mix of portfolio and capabilities will enable modernisation of Australian defence programs across all domains, while positioning for emerging technologies and programs such as hypersonics, autonomous systems, artificial intelligence and directed energy."
"The partnership with Abaco Systems is the next step for REDARC being able to offer ruggedised embedded computing application capabilities in Australia for our local defence customers," Anthony Kittel, Managing Director REDARC said. "A real benefit is that this relationship is mutual with REDARC drawing on Abaco’s expertise to secure contracts on Australian programs and Abaco using REDARC's advanced manufacturing and supply chain to broaden its capabilities in Australia."