Len Industri Strengthens Ground Control Interception Radar Capability to Support National Air Defence Readiness
Banjarbaru (ANTARA) – PT Len Industri (Persero) continues to strengthen national air defence technology capabilities through the implementation of the Ground Control Interception (GCI) Radar, a latest-generation radar system designed to support integrated airspace surveillance and Ground Control Intercept capability.
PT Len Industri (Persero) received a visit from PT Pemeringkat Efek Indonesia (Pefindo) as part of a company visit programme. On that occasion, Len introduced various strategic technology capabilities held by the company, including the Ground Control Intercept (GCI) Radar currently being implemented in Banjarbaru, South Kalimantan. The event was also attended by the boards of directors of PT Len Industri (Persero) and PT Pefindo as a means of introducing Len’s competence in developing national defence technology.
This GCI Radar is the first implementation in Indonesia to adopt the latest technology to support air surveillance and Ground Control Intercept capabilities. The system is designed to deliver more effective airspace surveillance, enhance comprehensive situational awareness, and strengthen air defence operational control through the presentation of fast, accurate, and integrated information.
In terms of capability, the GCI Radar has a detection range of up to 515 kilometres, an update rate every 6 seconds, and fast time to target, enabling it to present real-time situational information to support swift and precise operational decision-making. These advantages are reinforced by stacked beam technology, which improves detection effectiveness against various airborne objects in a wide range of operating conditions.
Beyond its performance advantages, the GCI Radar is also designed with a high-mobility concept through a 20-foot ISO Container configuration and fast deployment capability, allowing the system to be relocated and operated quickly in line with operational needs across various regions.
Behind the reliability of the GCI Radar system lies the collaboration of dozens of engineers from PT Len Industri (Persero) across various disciplines, ranging from civil, electrical, radio frequency (RF), network, software, to mechanical engineering. Together, they oversee every stage, from site construction, installation, integration, and testing, through to ensuring the radar is ready to operate optimally.
In its operations, the GCI Radar is also integrated with the Indonesian Air Force’s air defence system, so that surveillance information can be received quickly to support air defence operational control.
Through mastery of radar technology, system integration capability, implementation, operational support, and maintenance support, PT Len Industri (Persero) continues to strengthen the independence of the national defence industry. The implementation of the GCI Radar is one tangible manifestation of the company’s commitment to delivering modern, integrated, and reliable air defence solutions, while reinforcing Len’s position as a national defence technology company supporting the realisation of a sovereign Indonesia.