Skip to Content
Share:
G&H and DSEI UK event banner for DSEI UK, September 9-12, 2025 at ExCeL London, United Kingdom. Text reads: 'Hall N4, Booth #240.' Left side shows G&H logo in blue and DSEI UK logo in purple. Right side displays a collage of defense-related images, including military optical devices, targeting systems, a naval radar, and an aircraft cockpit view with a heads-up display.

G&H Brings AI Vision & Laser Threat Detection to DSEI 2025

Events

September 2025 – London, UK

G&H (LON:GHH), Gooch & Housego, a global leader in optics and photonics technology, will present its broadened defence solutions portfolio at DSEI 2025, taking place September 9-12 at ExCeL London, Hall N4, Booth #240.

Since the last DSEI, G&H has strengthened its position in the defence and aerospace sectors through the strategic acquisitions of UK-based Phoenix Optical Technologies and US-based Global Photonics. This expansion increases G&H’s high-precision optics manufacturing capacity and coating capabilities, enabling the delivery of more complex, integrated solutions for mission-critical applications worldwide.

G&H embedded image periscope (EIP) on British Challenger 3 - Front view of a modern military tank, the Challenger 3, in a forested area, showcasing its camouflage pattern, large cannon, and armored tracks©️ G&H embedded image periscope (EIP) on British Challenger 3 (Creator: Marcus Jacobs, Credit: Rheinmetall AG)

Featured Technologies at DSEI 2025

Embedded Image Periscope (EIP) with Overview Ltd PodView™ 2500

The latest G&H EIP integrates an FHD electronic display with custom relaxed-view biocular optics, enabling operators to seamlessly switch between direct optical and indirect display views - all in an optimised size, weight, and power (SWaP) package with ergonomic controls.

Paired with the PodView 2500 - a rugged, AI-enabled, 360° continuous pan/tilt vision system featuring a 30× zoom low-light HD camera, high-sensitivity LWIR thermal imager, and NVIDIA Jetson Xavier AGX real-time analytics - the suite delivers unmatched day/night situational awareness for armoured fighting vehicles (AFVs).

Olive green rectangular embedded image periscope unit with a white viewing panel and angled black side window, designed for military vehicles, featuring multiple mounting points and connectors©️ G&H

Sentinel Periscope with Embedded Laser Detection

In collaboration with Sentinel Photonics, G&H has integrated Sentinel’s proprietary laser detection technology into vehicle periscopes. The Sentinel-equipped periscope incorporates light-sensing elements and advanced signal processing to provide rapid alerts to laser radiation used in military environments - helping crews detect threats such as laser rangefinders, designators, and dazzlers.

The compact, efficient design requires only a standard vehicle voltage power feed and operates at an exceptionally low power level of just 2 watts. Suitable for both new and legacy vehicles, it installs with minimal modifications to the vehicle interface. For enhanced protection, the system can be integrated with other onboard systems to trigger countermeasures or weapon systems. Almost all existing and new periscopes from G&H | Kent can be supplied with integrated Sentinel laser detection, preserving the original periscope space envelope and requiring no changes beyond the power feed connection.

Laser Protection Filters for riflescopes, Exploded view of a black cylindrical optical component, possibly a lens or filter assembly, showing individual parts separated along a central axis. From left to right: a front threaded cap, a red optical element (likely a filter or lens), a retaining ring, a main housing with textured grip, a small cylindrical pin beneath the housing, and a rear threaded ring. The components are rendered with realistic lighting and shadows on a white background©️ Sentinel Photonics

Frost Laser Protection Filters for Riflescopes

Developed by G&H | Artemis, these innovative filters protect operators from increasingly prevalent battlefield laser threats - from spotters and rangefinders to illuminators and countermeasure systems - without compromising visual clarity or tactical advantage. Mounted on riflescope objective lenses, they prevent laser dazzling or blinding, ensuring optical performance even in laser-intensive environments. Built to military-grade standards, they are rugged, durable, and compatible with a wide range of riflescope models.

A selection of optical reticles of various shapes and designs arranged on a dark surface. The set includes circular, rectangular, and octagonal glass components with etched patterns, mirrored surfaces, and transparent sections, used in precision optical applications.©️ G&H

Precision Microlithographic Reticles (NEW G&H capability)

The acquisition of Global Photonics brings G&H a new, high-precision reticle manufacturing capability. These microlithographic reticles are fabricated to tolerances as tight as ±0.002 mm in cleanroom environments to eliminate dust artifacts and preserve image clarity. Designed to sit at the eyepiece’s focal plane without altering focal length or introducing distortion, they can be produced in etched, metallic line, or custom patterns. Advanced coating options - including anti-reflective, waterproof, oleophobic, and anti-glare - further enhance performance and can be tailored to meet exact mission requirements.

Jamie Pindard, Executive Vice President, Optical Systems headshot of Jamie wearing a white shirt and smiling©️ Jamie Pindard, Executive Vice President, G&H Optical Systems

Comprehensive Defence Optics Portfolio

In addition to the components and systems named above, G&H will display a wide range of mission-ready optics, including:

Commitment to the Defence Community

“DSEI is the ideal platform to demonstrate how G&H’s expanded capabilities and strategic partnerships enable us to deliver complete optical solutions that meet the evolving demands of modern defence,” said Jamie Pindard, Executive Vice President of Optical Systems at G&H. “From advanced vehicle vision systems to innovative laser protection and precision targeting technologies, our solutions are designed to protect personnel, enhance situational awareness, and ensure mission success.”

To learn more, visit G&H at DSEI 2025, Hall N4, Booth #240, or request to schedule a meeting with one of our optical experts.

Book a meeting with us at DSEI
Book now