Naval Features
At DSEi 2011, you were be able to view, explore and experience more Naval features than ever before.
There were a variety of Visiting Vessels moored in the docklands at London ExCeL and there were an increased number of Waterborne Demonstrations per day. In the Naval Static Vehicle Display you could see a range of Naval Vessels including UUVs in and out of the water at our specially made pontoon near the East Entrance.
Visiting Naval Ships
DSEi has been working closely with various nations in providing a variety of warships and research vessels to be available to visit at the show. On specially conducted tours key industry representatives can see the latest developments in naval ship design and equipment in its natural environment, demonstrated by experienced ship's users and maintainers. Visits can be arranged through the Ships Visits Bureau at the event. 
Visiting Naval Ships at DSEi 2011 included:
- FGS BRAUNSCHWEIG K130 Class Corvette
- HNLMS SNELLIUS
- HMS DAUNTLESS
- HMS TYNE
- HNoMS Storm
DSEi’s venue in London’s docklands provides an ideal setting for demonstrations by a diversity of vessels, including high speed craft for tackling piracy and terrorist threats, unmanned underwater vehicles and other underwater devices.
Netherlands Hydrographic Vessel
This is one of two recently build Hydrographic Survey Vessels of the Royal Netherlands Navy. They have both civilian and military tasks, gathering data for nautical charts and Additional Military Layers (WECDIS). Ships can operate in a single crew mode or dual crew mode. In total there are three crews for two ships.
Naval Display Area
In 2011 there was also a Static Water Vehicle Park near the East Entrance. Visitors were able to see latest maritime crafts and naval equipment, including UUVs in the water and on the dedicated display jetty.
For more information on displaying your vehicle, please click here.
Waterborne Demonstrations
A variety of scenarios were played to demonstrate different technologies working together to solve complex situations. The focus of the demonstrations was on the littoral environment, anti-piracy and anti-boarding systems, sonar diver detection and agility and capability demonstrations of Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs) and Interceptor craft. The demonstrations were open to all visitors and exhibitors.
