Chess Dynamics Secures £3.75 Million in Radar Turntable Orders

Radar remains one of the most foundational sensing technologies in defence, providing vital airspace monitoring, threat detection, and target tracking capabilities. As demand grows for highly reliable and precise radar systems, the importance of robust and adaptable radar turntables has never been greater.

Designed and manufactured in the UK, Chess radar turntables are deployed globally across some of the most demanding land and naval environments. Each platform is engineered in close collaboration with the radar OEM, ensuring seamless integration with the radar antenna and electronics, as well as long-term operational reliability in real-world operations.

‘Our radar turntables and positioners are often an unnoticed but essential part of radar success,’ said David Tuddenham, Managing Director at Chess Dynamics. ‘With every design, we’re helping radar manufacturers deliver high performance and robust systems that end users can trust and rely on in critical moments. Our success in Q2 this year highlights what Chess has always stood for: engineering excellence, deep domain understanding, and customer collaboration that leads to mission-ready results.’

Engineering Excellence Built on Cross-Domain Experience

Radar turntables represent one of Chess Dynamics’ longest-standing product lines, with a track record spanning more than 22 years. The company brings deep expertise in mechanical design, system integration and environmental hardening drawn from the development of its own operationally proven electro-optical systems including the Hawkeye and SeaEagle families.

Every radar application presents a different set of challenges. Chess’s in-house engineering team works closely with each customer to tailor the turntable to the radar’s performance requirements and operational environment, delivering precise, stable performance in the harshest conditions.