Secure time synchronisation for military infrastructures

Time servers in the defence sector

In the defence sector, synchronising systems and devices is crucial for ensuring the accuracy, safety and efficiency of all operations. This is why using reliable time servers is becoming a priority in this highly sensitive sector.

Time servers ensure reliable and accurate synchronisation for different applications, be it for weapon system control, communication management or data security.

Why is time synchronisation of paramount importance in the defence sector?

Coordination of operations
Military operations rely on perfect coordination between different actors, whether ground unit, aircraft, ships or satellites.
Accuracy of weapon and navigation systems
Weapon guidance systems, radars and GPS navigation systems require extreme time accuracy.
Communication security
Cryptographic protocols used for securing military communications often rely on algorithms requiring accurate synchronisation of clocks between systems.
Management of critical events
Synchronisation is also essential for managing critical events, such as cyberattacks or defence operations. Precise recording of events over time enables incidents to be analysed correctly and appropriate decisions to be taken.

Which strategies can be implemented to ensure consistent and reliable time synchronisation in a complex military environment?

Several strategies can be established to ensure reliable synchronisation while minimising the risk of disruption or attack:

Secure GPS use: GPS remains one of the most accurate methods to synchronise systems at global scale. However, GPS signals can be scrambled or falsified. In this context, it is essential to use anti-spoofing and anti-jamming GNSS antennas.
Redundancy and diversity of time sources: It is paramount to use several time sources to guarantee reliable synchronisation, even if one of them is compromised. For example, combining GPS systems with time synchronisation networks via protocols such as PTP (Precision Time Protocol) and NTP (Network Time Protocol), while making sure that sources are independent and diversified.
Mesh infrastructure: In decentralised military environments, a mesh architecture can be used so that each unit can synchronise its clock with several other nearby units. This allows for greater resilience in the event of a failure or attack on a single time source.
Deployment of local and distributed time servers: highly secure, local, dedicated military time servers can be installed within military networks. These servers can operate autonomously.

Time synchronisation in a complex military environment requires a multifaceted approach, combining robust technologies, efficient risk management, and enhanced security mechanisms. Redundancy of time sources, protection of time communications, and retrieval capacity in the event of failure are key elements to ensure reliable and consistent synchronisation, which is paramount to the coordination of operations and security of military systems.

Our customers in the defence sector

Gorgy Time is proud to collaborate with key actors of the defence sector, governments, military institutions and security companies worldwide. Our solutions are used to secure critical missions, sensitive communications and strategic infrastructures.

For over 50 years, Gorgy Time has been a leader in the field of time management and synchronisation solutions for demanding sectors such as defence, aerospace, and critical infrastructures. Our expertise lies in cutting-edge technologies, offering robust and reliable solutions to guarantee efficiency and security in highly secure and sensitive environments.

In the defence sector, every second counts. Accuracy and synchronisation of operations are essential to make all missions a success. Gorgy Time systems ensure accurate time management, which is essential for coordinating armed forces, managing strategic infrastructures and cybersecurity.

Gorgy Time offers highly accurate, robust, modular and scalable time management solutions, meeting security standards and military requirements. We keep innovating and offering specific developments to meet the needs of this market. Our expertise is recognised in the field of synchronisation for critical environments.

Gorgy Time offers tailor-made specific and confidential solutions and synchronisation systems meeting the individual needs of each project.