IFAD

IFAD TS A/S is a Danish company that makes simulation-based training and interoperability systems for defence. It is based in Odense, Denmark, and is fully privately owned. It has more than 35 years of experience.

IFAD focuses on networked simulation for mission-critical training. It calls itself a Danish provider of this kind of training for defence, and a preferred partner with a long relationship with the Danish Defence. It serves Danish and international military customers.

Several products train people for air operations. IFACTS trains joint terminal attack controllers, forward observers and pilots in close air support and call for fire. It also covers drone pilot training, including ISR and FPV flying in realistic areas modelled on real places. A system called IDTS handles drone pilot training and mission rehearsal. DART supports F-16 pilot training for air-to-air and air-to-ground roles.

J-SAR is a joint search and rescue trainer for staff of JRCC rescue centres, in the SMC, OSC, ACO and SRU roles. INTS supports naval tactical training, naval search and rescue and navigation. IRAS handles radio operator and communications training. F-INSTR is listed for scenario generation.

IFAD also builds interoperability gateways. These link live, virtual and constructive systems for team training. They connect simulator to simulator, simulator to command and control, and simulator to sensor. The company offers radio links between virtual and live radio nets, plus Link11 and Link16 solutions. Its solutions follow the HLA and DIS standards.

The company also offers information technology solutions, customization and integration, maintenance and support, and consultancy. It holds ISO 9001:2015 certification. It was named a Successful Company 2026 in a business award from Nykredit, Spar Nord and BDO. IFAD is also open to new sales partners.

Services

• Simulation-based training
• Interoperability solutions
• Information technology solutions
• Customization and integration
• Maintenance and support
• Consultancy
• Drone pilot training
• Search and rescue training