Indra unveils next-generation mission system for military vehicles at IAV conference

By Defence Industry Europe

Indra, a Spanish defence company, has introduced its groundbreaking Maestre mission system at the International Armoured Vehicles (IAV) Conference in the United Kingdom. The Maestre system, designed for the Spanish Ministry of Defence, serves as the "brain" of modern military vehicles, enhancing intelligence, survivability, and mission effectiveness.

 

The Maestre system marks a significant milestone as Europe’s first next-generation mission system to enter serial production. It meets NATO’s stringent architectural standards, offering an open, scalable, and interoperable solution for controlling the growing array of sensors and systems in modern armoured vehicles.

Developed for the Spanish Army’s 8×8 Dragon vehicle, the system is already integrated into its first production units. Key features include AI-driven threat identification, 360º artificial vision, operations management, and advanced targeting and firing capabilities. These technologies aim to improve decision-making, operational efficiency, and crew safety during missions.

 

 

Indra’s achievement represents a turning point in military vehicle development, setting the stage for smarter, interconnected vehicles capable of conducting multi-domain operations. The Maestre system facilitates seamless data exchange through a combat cloud, enabling coordinated action across land, air, cyber, and maritime domains.

At the Farnborough International Exhibition Centre, Ignacio Ruiz, Indra’s deputy director of Land Systems, highlighted the company’s leadership in the European armoured vehicle market. He noted Indra’s evolving role as a top-tier integrator, supported by its acquisition of Tess Defence and participation in EU-funded defence projects like Marte and Famous I & II.

 

 

Ruiz likened the Maestre system to the leap from World War II aircraft to modern jets, underscoring its ability to automate and simplify vehicle operation. “Maestre consolidates and presents information to the crew with unprecedented ease, ensuring faster decision-making and improved safety,” he stated.

 

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