DSEI 2015: Crypto tech for A400M
A cryptographic key management system will be developed for the UK’s A400M aircraft that will procted data communications on the platforms.
It was announced on 14 September that Airbus Defence and Space has been awarded a contract worth £3.3 million by the UK MoD for the development of the system.
The company will design, develop, manufacture, accredit and deliver the A400M Local Crypto Key Management System (ALCKMS) in the initial 15 month development phase.
‘We will be delivering the system over the next 12 to 15 months,’ said Phil Jones, head of UK Cyber at Airbus Defence and space at an event
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