Bae Systems Share Discussion Threads

[burnchat] 11/10/2020 19:35

I cant weigh it up.

[ccraig69] 10/10/2020 20:41

who wil fly on a plane that smells of fish

[dope007] 10/10/2020 18:02

Yeah that's why they need to raise Billions via shares and debt issuance Poikka

[ribblewader] 10/10/2020 14:49

I agree with Polka. BAE - RR merge not a great idea. I think it might also be counter productive.....

[poikka] 10/10/2020 13:23

"Rolls is mired in debt, and worth very little."

RR - Fwd Rev £11bn. Fwd MCap £4.3bn. Fwd EBITDA £1.2bn

[dope007] 10/10/2020 12:32

If BAE did that I'd be selling my BAE shares. Rolls is mired in debt, and worth very little. BAE should get it for free and definately not a merger that dilutes BAE holders

[poikka] 10/10/2020 10:05

It looks as if RR will survive independently, so, hopefully, it won't need to be rescued.

Other than that, it really is a question that only those with far greater knowledge of both companies and their prospects than IC readers have could possibly answer.

Regarding any effect on the price, I doubt that it would improve BA's share price as I'd say that they have enough on their plates already, and any merger might throw up the unexpected.

Best I can say.

[carpingtris] 10/10/2020 09:46

IC magazine mentions whether BAE would come to the rescue of RR by way of merger?

Any views.. what would that do to the price?

[ribblewader] 09/10/2020 15:36

Fish scale inspired materials could reduce aircraft drag

Aerodynamicists at City, University of London are exploring how fish-scale inspired materials could potentially be used to reduce aircraft drag, thereby increasing speeds and reducing fuel consumption.

[charlie_324] 09/10/2020 09:13

RAF conduct live trial with swarming drones

[ribblewader] 09/10/2020 07:18

A quiet revolution

The HybriGen® system not only cuts emissions, but creates a smoother ride for passengers and helps operators save on fuel and maintenance costs.

The rise in planet-warming greenhouse gases is driving a need for cleaner transportation on the ground, in the air, and on the water. Leaders in the marine industry are taking note and vessel operators are making the move to green power and propulsion systems.

BAE Systems is creating a path to cleaner harbors and waterways with its HybriGen® Power and Propulsion system. The system has three configurations to provide operators with options on their way to zero emissions. Each option not only cuts emissions, but creates a smoother ride for passengers and helps operators save on fuel and maintenance costs.

[geckotheglorious] 08/10/2020 21:27

Interesting comment re that "Unmanned Spy vessel"

Mysterious Robot Spy Vessel Found Near UK Submarine Base

[northernhills] 08/10/2020 13:14

Turning Hollywood fiction, into augmented reality.
It’s no surprise that the majority of today’s pilots fly with aircraft equipped with Augmented Reality (AR) displays.

[ribblewader] 08/10/2020 13:11

British Army CBRN vehicles to be upgraded

The British Army fleet of Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear surveillance and reconnaissance vehicles are to be upgraded as part of a £16m contract.

The contract, placed with Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL), was negotiated by Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) – the procurement arm of the MOD – and will protect highly-skilled jobs in engineering and manufacturing.

[wad collector] 08/10/2020 10:33

I suspect the coastguard will soon be getting a call from a man with a Russian accent claiming ownership and when can he pick it up?

[ribblewader] 07/10/2020 18:09

Unmanned ‘spy vessel’ washes up in Scotland

A small unmanned vessel, apparently configured not to be detected, has appeared on the Scottish Island of Tiree.

[ribblewader] 07/10/2020 11:31

UK defence exports fall 21% in 2019

UK defence export orders totalled GBP11 billion (USD14.2 billion) in 2019, a 21% decrease from the previous year, reflecting volatility in the global defence export market, according to UK Defence & Security Exports (UKDSE), which is part of the Department for International Trade.



Only 21%!

[northernhills] 06/10/2020 09:41

UK in talks to cut controversial Boeing contract for early-warning radar jets

Defence sources said Boeing is working on a 'solution' that would be an order for four E-7 Wedgetails instead of three

[ribblewader] 05/10/2020 10:19

Investment in defence will sustain and develop critical skills across the Union

As we all continue to manage the impact of the pandemic, our Chief Executive, Charles Woodburn, has written in the Telegraph newspaper about the role that the defence and security industry can play in supporting the nation’s economic recovery.

[wad collector] 02/10/2020 13:37

Thanks for that link,as you say ,not just a note!
I see he also identifies the Somalian pirates and the Russian Navy as the baddies.
Hard to imagine that Putin or Xi Ginping allowing journalists to publish analysis of their weapons capabilities. But then there is obviously a bit of conflict of interest where a marketplace exists for weapons sales. Hard to sell something without giving its details.
It is also a reminder of big some of those costs are. Good for BAe!

[ribblewader] 02/10/2020 07:18

The Royal Navy’s Future Frigates – An Analysis



Bit of a long article, but worth the read......

Without a medium-calibre gun the Type 31 will be incapable of providing NGS. Nevertheless, for its intended roles in low-medium intensity conflicts the frigate is very well equipped to provide air defence against aircraft, UAVs and AShMs and against surface threats posed by fast attack craft. The 40mm gun is arguably superior to the Phalanx as a CIWS by delivering a heavier weight of fire further away from the ship. The gun has a rate of fire of 300 rounds per minute (rpm) and has a maximum range of 7.8 miles (12.5km). The 57mm gun can fire up to 220 rounds per minute out to a range of 10.6 miles (17km). Both guns can fire the BAE FUZE Pre-fragmented, Programmable and Proximity-fused (3P) ammunition and can quickly switch to engage a range of air and surface targets.