Supporting mobile air defence requirements with high performance electro-optical targeting systems

Horsham – January 2026, Chess Dynamics, part of the Cohort plc Group, has been awarded a £1.4 million order from a major weapon system prime for a number of Hawkeye EOSS systems. The equipment will be integrated into mobile air defence units, providing the necessary advanced electro-optical targeting of hostile air-borne threats.

The Hawkeye EOSS delivers long range detection, identification and tracking through a combination of high resolution optical and thermal imaging sensors, advanced AI-enhanced tracking algorithms and a high-precision positioner designed for operation in demanding environments. The order reflects the rapid shift in defence requirements away from static installations towards agile, expeditionary sensor systems.

Mark Byfield, Business Development Director at Chess comments, ‘We are pleased to be part of a very effective, proven high performance system by working closely with our prime customer. As mobile air defence platforms become ever more important, this contract underlines the need for such systems to incorporate sensor capability that is able to keep pace with shifting threats.’

In addition to long range target acquisition, the Hawkeye EOSS incorporates Chess’ DEFT AI-enhanced tracking algorithms to ensure robust capture and track maintenance of hostile targets.

This latest order strengthens Chess Dynamics’ position in the mobile air defence domain and reflects the growing requirement for sensor systems that deliver clarity, speed and resilience in rapidly evolving operational environments.

For more information, please visit www.chess-dynamics.com

About Chess Dynamics – Chess Dynamics is a systems house providing integrated solutions for surveillance, fire control, and precision positioning for land and maritime applications.

Chess’ portfolio of proven surveillance and fire control solutions also includes counter-sUAV (drone) protection systems, the Vision4ce branded real-time video and image processing solutions for electro-optic systems.

The company also provides a complete service including survey, installation, training, and maintenance across its entire product range, including bespoke engineering solutions.

Chess has been a trusted supplier of equipment and systems to defence leaders and prime contractors since 2005. As a subsidiary of the Cohort group, Chess Dynamics has three locations across the UK and is led by David Tuddenham.

Chess Dynamics is a subsidiary of Cohort plc – an independent technology company and the parent company of seven innovative, agile, and responsive businesses; Chess, EID, ELAC SONAR, EM Solutions, MASS, MCL and SEA, which provide a wide range of services and products for international customers in defence, security, and related markets.
www.cohortplc.com