Test 2 - FFI rapporter - Forsvarets forskningsinstitutt
Test 2 - FFI rapporter - Forsvarets forskningsinstitutt
Test 2 - FFI rapporter - Forsvarets forskningsinstitutt
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There are some significant changes about to qccur at TNO. It was explained that TNO-PML<br />
will be combinded with TNO-FEL and TNO-TM to form TNO Defence, Security and Safety,<br />
as one of five core areas with the new TNO organization. The individual institutions will thus<br />
cease to exist. The institution of the new core areas will improve the ability of TNO to serve its<br />
markets. (see appendix F.1)<br />
4.2 The United Kingdom – DSTL<br />
Adam Cumming presented the state of Defence Science and Technology Lab.<br />
The DSTL organisation will in near future be located at just three major sites in the UK:<br />
Portsdown West, Porton Down and Fort Halstead. Currently DSTL is located at nine sites. UK<br />
MOD has redefined its research strategy in a way that it will become output-driven ensuring<br />
that technology and advice get to the right people. (see appendix F 2)<br />
4.3 Norway – <strong>FFI</strong><br />
Bjarne Haugstad gave an overview of the situation at <strong>FFI</strong>.<br />
<strong>FFI</strong> has gone through a reorganisation, however the charter remains unaltered. The previous 3<br />
divisions have now been organized into 5 divisions with names that more clearly reflect the<br />
activity. The divisions are: Analysis, Information Management, Land & Air Systems,<br />
Maritime Systems, and Protection. (see appendix F 3)<br />
<strong>FFI</strong> remains the only defence research organisation in Norway.<br />
5 REVIEW OF COLLABORATIVE ACTIVITIES<br />
CPIII-5b Lifetime extension of propellants, explosives and pyrotechnics (UK, NL)<br />
Final report is in the process of being written. Any programme meeting has not taken place<br />
during the previous year. A future meeting in Stockholm is planned. Any follow-up will<br />
preferably be done at a tri-lateral basis. An annual report has been issued. (see actions 2004-1<br />
and 2004-2)<br />
CPIII-10 Soldier modernization program (SMP) (UK, NL)<br />
No formal meetings have taken place. The intention of this programme is in need of being<br />
clarified, otherwise the programme should be terminated. Programme plans should be<br />
produced by the end of 2004. (see action 2004-3)<br />
CPIII-12 AFV mine protection (UK, NL)<br />
A final report has been issued. The possibilities of a follow-up programme should be<br />
investigated. (see action 2004-4)