South Korean company LIG Nex1 started research and development (R&D) on a new passive sonobuoy in August 2021...

LIG Nex1 has received the highest score in the Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN)’s preliminary evaluation process for its close-in weapon system (CIWS)-II program, according to the Seoul Economic Daily. This makes it likely that LIG Nex1 will be designated as the preferred bidder for the program.

Sensorpia produces many of the vital sensor technologies that are utilized by major South Korean companies, such as LIG Nex1, and the Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN). Naval News interviewed Dr Derac Son, the CEO, at MADEX 2021.

Korean company LIG Nex1 unveiled its CIWS-II (close-in weapon system) design during MADEX 2021 naval defense exhibition currently held in Busan. LIG Nex1 is specialized in localized naval assets including sonars, sensors, missiles, and other assets for the Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN).

LIG Nex1 will participate in an Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) system development project that will greatly enhance the Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy's ability to deal with naval mines.

EXCLUSIVE: At MADEX 2019, the naval defense show held in South Korea, local defense company LIG Nex1 unveiled its CIC and CMS proposal for the future KDDX destroyer of the ROK Navy.

At MADEX 2019 naval exhibition in Busan, South Korea, LIG Nex1 is showcasing for the first time a longer and more capable version of the Sea Sword combat Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV).