Generic Vehicle Architecture (GVA)

Why Choose a Full-Stack GVA Supplier?

When it comes to implementing Generic Vehicle Architecture, working with a single, integrated supplier eliminates complexity, reduces risk, and accelerates delivery. We provide everything from middleware to mission-ready applications.

The Challenge of Multi-Vendor Integration

Many defence programmes face:

  • Integration nightmares coordinating multiple suppliers
  • Finger-pointing when issues arise between components
  • Delayed timelines due to interface mismatches
  • Hidden costs from integration testing and rework

Our Full-Stack Solution

We deliver a complete, tested, interoperable solution — from the network layer to the user interface.

Our GVA Software Stack

Layer Components
Applications LdmX • VivoeX HMI • ToolX • Your Custom Apps
GVA Services Registry • Alarms • UACM • MediaX Video
Middleware DDS (Cyclone DDS / Astute DDS)
Network IP / Ethernet

DEF STAN 23-009 Compliance

Our VivoeX SDK provides complete compliance with DEF STAN 23-009 Part 3 — the UK Ministry of Defence standard for Generic Vehicle Architecture.

Supported Land Data Model Versions

Version IDL Files Standard
LDM 10.0.0 42 IDL files UK DEF STAN 23-009
LDM 9.2.0 38 IDL files UK DEF STAN 23-009
LDM 9.1.0 33 IDL files UK DEF STAN 23-009
AS LDM 7.2.5 28 IDL files Australian GVA

We support both UK and Australian GVA standards — perfect for international programmes and exports.

Complete Services Suite

🔍 GVA Registration Service

Discover what's connected to your GVA network. Our Registration Service provides:

  • Automatic service discovery
  • Dynamic capability registration
  • Real-time network awareness

⚠️ GVA Alarms Service

Centralised alarm management across all vehicle systems:

  • Unified alarm presentation
  • Priority-based handling
  • Cross-system correlation

🔐 User Access Control Manager (UACM)

Secure, role-based access to vehicle systems:

  • Multi-level security
  • Role-based permissions
  • Audit logging

📹 MediaX Video Streaming

Full DEF STAN 00-082 (VIVOE) compliant video:

  • RTP streaming
  • H.264 encoding
  • SAP/SDP discovery
  • Multiple simultaneous streams

Development Tools Included

LdmX — GVA DDS Debugger

See everything happening on your GVA data bus:

  • Real-time DDS message inspection
  • Topic discovery and monitoring
  • Data recording and playback
  • Protocol analysis

ToolX — Video Stream Explorer

Visualise and verify video streams:

  • Stream discovery
  • Real-time viewing
  • Stream health monitoring
  • Multi-camera support

Qt6 HMI Widgets

Build DEF STAN compliant user interfaces with our pre-built Qt6 widget library:

  • PPI Displays — Plan Position Indicator widgets
  • Compass Displays — Heading and bearing indicators
  • Status Panels — System health and alerts
  • Map Integration — Geospatial displays
  • Video Panels — Integrated camera views

All widgets follow GVA Human-Machine Interface guidelines for consistent, intuitive operation.

Platform Support

Platform Status
Linux (x64, ARM) ✅ Full Support
Windows 10/11 ✅ Full Support
Real-time OS ✅ Available

Why Our Customers Choose Us

⚡ Faster Time to Capability

Pre-integrated components mean you're operational in weeks, not months.

🛡️ Reduced Programme Risk

Single point of responsibility — no integration gaps between suppliers.

💰 Lower Total Cost

Avoid hidden integration costs and duplicate development efforts.

🔧 Expert Support

Direct access to the engineers who built the system.

🚀 Future-Proof

Continuous updates as GVA standards evolve.

Get Started

Ready to accelerate your GVA programme then contact us now.