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G3 Systems Limited, the British company with over 20 years of operationally proven pedigree in designing and producing deployable containerised solutions, has delivered a specially designed and constructed Fire Trials and Evaluation Unit (FTEU) for the Royal Navy at Horsea Island.

The FTEU allows realistic simulation of fire behaviour within MOD vessels by conducting live fire testing and equipment analysis on behalf of Navy Command Head Quarters (NCHQ) and Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) / Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA) Equipment teams and Platform Authorities. The valuable data and experiences gained through the trials facility inform equipment selection and develop firefighting policy, procedures, and techniques, conducted in a controlled environment, before becoming Royal Naval policy.

G3 Systems Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of IAP WWS Inc, has a long history of producing modular, deployable containerised solutions for the Royal Navy (Forward Support Units and more recently NavyPODs for the heavy lift drone capability). For this project, they had to combine three key elements of unique capability and experience to meet the customers demanding requirements; previous research in fire propagation and risk in containerised units, operational fire-fighting experience gained from providing fire and rescue services in Afghanistan and their long history of producing bespoke containerised solutions for defence and other governmental organisations.

The output is the unique FTEU which, is modular by design, and built to fit into the existing available floor plate with minimal changes to infrastructure, utilising existing supplies and discharge routes but incorporating safety and functional improvements when compared to the old FTEU facility. The burn unit is designed to be safely operated with a minimum of two personnel but with the ability to flex to five personnel in full firefighting equipment, including breathing apparatus, transiting through at any time. The system is designed to minimise risks to personnel during operation and maintenance, taking into account the latest fire safety legislation whilst providing a valid representation of a Naval environment.

Mike Puckett, Managing Director at G3 Systems Limited said, “G3 Systems are world renowned for producing deployable containerised solutions, but less well known for our facilities management or fire-fighting services. This project is an excellent example of the depth of experience that G3 Systems possesses, and it is extremely rewarding to design and deliver such a unique capability drawing on every element of our business.”

Lieutenant Commander David Cummings, RN said: “The installation and commissioning of the new Fire Trials and Evaluation Unit has now restored the capability of the Royal Navy to carry out live fire trials, which are specific to RN ships and platforms. Trials and results are invaluable in shaping future RN firefighting policy and equipment procurement. We are content G3 have successfully delivered a design which is not only marine applicable, but also adaptable to allow a versatile range of future trials to be conducted. The unit will ensure the RN can again move forward and continue to develop on board firefighting for the foreseeable future.”

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G3 Systems Limited has – working with QinetiQ – delivered four systems (deployable containerised solutions) to support the Royal Navy Persistent Operational Deployable Systems (NavyPODS) required to transport and control the new heavy-lift drone capability in a record time of 12 weeks. G3 Systems will be available at DVD 22 to discuss this project, and all their capabilities, on stand C4-401, at UTAC Millbrook, Bedfordshire 21/22 September 2022.

G3 Systems Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of IAP WWS Inc., has over 20 years of operationally proven history in designing and building deployable containerised solutions, delivering critical operational infrastructure and providing facilities support in austere locations. NavyPODS are interchangeable modules that can be fitted to the surface fleet. Using a shipping container as the transport medium, NavyPODS deliver the concept of a ‘plug and play’ warship and enable Royal Navy ships of all sizes to be more adaptable and versatile when deployed. By combining NavyPODS and surface platforms, greater operational effect will be achieved by being interchangeable, interconnected and integrated allowing the Royal Navy to rapidly respond to a variety of taskings. The heavy-lift drone capability is a key building block of this concept and G3 Systems provided the deployable containerised solution to transport, control and maintain these drones.

G3 Systems have vast experience and expertise is designing, building and supporting such high specification, bespoke, deployable containerised solutions. This project required all the ingenuity, agility and purpose G3 Systems are famous for, to work closely with the customer, QinetiQ and various suppliers to integrate the rapidly changing requirements and still deliver against such short timelines. A normal project of this scale would take 16 to 20 weeks, but by drawing on past experience, standardised proven solutions and the knowledge gained during the Royal Navy Forward Support Units (FSU) refurbishment programme, it was possible to deliver all four systems with three separate designs within 12 weeks, which is a new record for G3 Systems on such a complex project. It clearly demonstrates G3 System’s flexible and agile approach to design, and their ability to quickly ramp up capacity to meet challenging deadlines.

Mike Puckett, Managing Director at G3 Systems Limited said, “We are very pleased with the outcome of this exciting project with the Royal Navy. Over 20 years we have become experts in designing and building complex containerised solutions, and the Royal Navy has seized on this concept for both FSUs and PODs to maximise their flexibility and response time. I am very proud of the G3 team that we were able to mirror this concept and deliver a high-quality sustainable, flexible product in record time.”

G3 Systems Launch a Refreshed Strategic Plan

G3 Systems Limited, the world-renowned provider of bespoke deployable containerised solutions, critical operational infrastructure and facilities support in austere locations has launched its refreshed 3-year Strategic Plan. The plan focuses on identifying areas for growth and diversification and seeks to promote core functions and capabilities to new clients and geographies; whilst capitalising on recent operational experience such as providing Fire and Rescue services in Afghanistan. The Plan also includes an increased focus on sustainability, environmental protection and social responsibility.

G3 Systems Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of IAP WWS Inc., has launched its refreshed 3-year Strategic Plan stating their vision to be “dominant in the provision of bespoke high quality deployable and fixed infrastructure and a leader of support services in austere environments”.    This vision is underpinned by their company ethos of Ingenuity – Agility – Purpose and built on four strategic pillars: a relentless focus on the demands of the Customer and delivering that with excellence; empowering People with learning and growth to foster a safe and sustainable environment; achieving internal and external operational quality and efficiency through rigorous Business Process and diligent stewardship of Finances to ensure excellent value for money.

G3 Systems Limited has a 20-year history and an operationally proven track record of delivering in the most challenging and arduous environments. They are proud of their company culture of achieving the ‘out of the ordinary’, going to challenging places and working ‘as one’ with their clients while never failing and always looking after the people and the environment around them.  They have been integral to the success of many long-term operational deployments in Iraq, Afghanistan and the Falkland Islands. Their modular, standardised and highly adaptable solutions such as the Deployable Engineer Workshop, Navy Forward Support Units and FCO Deployable Embassy have been and will continue to be excellent solutions to meet the needs of rapidly deployed government and non-government organisations.

Chamois Consulting Limited has also been engaged to assist G3 Systems Limited in the delivery of their strategy. They will be providing a particular focus on brand communications, client and stakeholder engagement and to help raise the social awareness of G3 Systems Limited products and services.

Mike Puckett, Managing Director at G3 Systems Limited said, “I am very proud of the G3 team and the significant progress we’ve made to date.  Following a change in the nature of deployed operations, and through the refreshed strategy process, we’ve recognised that it is time to build on our social value interfaces, external communications, marketing and adopting new methods to enhance our collaborative working and to help share our vision and achieve our strategic goals.  Having seen what has been achieved with other defence orientated companies, Chamois was the natural choice and I am really looking forward to working with them.”

Gareth Baker, Director of Media and PR at Chamois said “I am really excited to be working with G3 Systems Limited, because I was already sighted on some of their products from my time on operations. However, prior to spending time with the team, I had no idea of the depth, breadth and scale of their skill, operational pedigree and engineering expertise. I am very much looking forward to helping communicate their substantial capabilities to their target audiences.”

Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed framework scheme created in 2014 and supported by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). The scheme is designed for all organisations as cyber-attacks can impact businesses of all sizes, industries, and sectors and sets out five basic security controls that can protect organisations against 80% of common cyber-attacks.

Cyber-attacks are increasing both in frequency and sophistication. Achieving Cyber Essentials Plus shows G3 Systems commitment to reducing the risk of IT security breaches. Very few organisations have achieved this important accreditation, which places G3 Systems at the top of the defence manufacturing sector regarding information technology and Cyber security.

Surprisingly, most cyber-attacks are usually carried out by an individual attempting to breach the information system of another organisation, using five primary methods. The basic self-assessed Cyber Essentials scheme details the five security controls designed to prevent cyber-attacks and guard the organisations internet connection, devices, data, and services. These controls include boundary firewalls, secure system configuration, control user access, patch control, anti-malware, and phishing protection.

Cyber Essentials PLUS has the same control requirements as Cyber Essentials, however, the critical difference is that Cyber Essentials PLUS also requires an on-site security vulnerability assessment by an experienced independent IT security consultant, which included a stringent 2 -day IT audit at G3 Systems headquarters in Portland, Dorset, UK.

The security testing at G3 Systems covers all Internet gateways, all servers providing services directly to unauthenticated Internet-based users and representative sampling of devices that connect to the Internet. This ensures that security measures are operating properly and are sufficient in protecting cyber threats against the company.

The Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation will bring many benefits to G3 Systems, including greater protection against the most common cyber-attacks, an increased trust, credibility and reputation with stakeholders and notably new business opportunities with our Government and Defence sector clients.

 

G3 Systems Limited is pleased to announce that it will be exhibiting at Interschutz 2022, the world’s foremost fire, rescue, civil protection, and safety/security trade show, from June 20-25, 2022, at the Deutsche Messe Hannover, Germany. Interschutz was last held in 2015, however the show was sadly postponed in both 2020 and 2021 due to the global Coronavirus pandemic.

Joining around 1000 other companies from 50 countries, G3 Systems will be presenting its outsourced fire and rescue service capability to industrial, aviation and critical infrastructure customers from around the world.

With around 160,000 visitors expected to visit the show over 6 days, G3 Systems will demonstrate how its 24/7 Fire and Rescue Services can minimise risk and improve on-site safety; protecting staff, visitors and facilities while enabling operations to continue in full compliance with national and international fire and safety standards and regulations.

Based in Portland UK, and currently celebrating 20 years in business, G3 Systems is a market leading provider of outsourced fire and rescue services, engineering & service solutions covering deployable and fixed infrastructure and systems, and support services.

G3 Systems Fire & Rescue Services include structural and aviation rescue and fire-fighting services, emergency dispatch and response, incident command, fire safety, fire inspection and investigation, equipment and vehicle maintenance, testing and compliance, firefighter training and Medical Crash Crew / Ambulance Services. In addition, G3 Systems provide waking watch services and client training in emergency response procedures, as well as through-life logistics support via mobile Field Service Engineers and forward deployed support staff. Over 80% of its personnel work at its client’s facilities around the world.

If you are attending Interschutz 2022, G3 Systems cordially invites you to Stand H14: Hall 17, where Chris Thain, Business Development Manager – Fire and Rescue Services and other G3 Systems staff will be on hand to discuss your emergency response and resilience requirements.

NEWS: G3 Systems supports Helicopter Search and Rescue services in the Falkland Islands

G3 Systems has recently completed its first field service visit to British International Helicopters (BIH) at Mount Pleasant Airfield in the Falkland Islands. The purpose of the visit was to provide condition assessment surveys and servicing of essential Ground Support Equipment (GSE) for two Search and Rescue (SAR) Helicopters based on the Islands.

BIH, the largest UK-owned helicopter operator, works on behalf of the UK MOD’s Defence Equipment and Support department to provide search and rescue support to the British Forces South Atlantic Islands operations. BIH operates two AW189s in the Search and Rescue role and two S61N Support Helicopters on the Islands.

The SAR service is operational 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and carries out all-weather search and rescue, helicopter emergency medical services, rescue hoist operations, passenger and cargo transfers and night vision imaging, in extremely challenging environmental conditions. The Support Helicopter Service provides the military garrison with helicopter transportation of both personnel and equipment throughout the Islands.

Maintenance, logistics and operations for the Helicopters are managed by BIH, who contracted G3 Systems to provide on-site field-based maintenance and servicing support for the GSE. G3 Systems conducted a condition assessment of each piece of equipment before undertaking a full service as part of the equipment maintenance scheduling.

Tools and necessary spare parts were shipped to the Falkland Islands prior to the departure of the G3 Systems Field Service Engineer. Upon arrival and after completing a mandatory CV-19 quarantine, the G3 Systems Engineer set about locating, assessing, and servicing the equipment in accordance with the OEM’s approved technical manuals. The GSE includes three New Holland tractors, towbars, Ground Power Units and testing systems, hydraulic jacks and pumps, pressure washers, diesel generators, air compressors, and hangar floor scrubbers.

A servicing schedule has now been developed and agreed with BIH, and further visits are planned to maintain the operational effectiveness and safety of the GSE in the future.”

Image Caption: Falkland Island Search and Rescue (SAR) capability provided by BIH with Ground Support Equipment serviced by G3 Systems.

NEWS: G3 Systems article in Emergency Services Times

Specially constructed deployable dog kennels have been designed by G3 Systems Ltd to improve the living conditions for law enforcement and military working dogs.

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