In this investigation, we will reveal how the Russian companies Mikropribor and Gamma are connected, describe the activities of ELVEES-NeoTek, and discuss the Russian schemes for circumventing Western sanctions to supply components for producing the MPPU-50, which is a key component in the creation of the Su-57.

Let’s recall the investigation into the construction of the Micropribor military plant using Western components, as well as the information provided by Frontelligence Insight volunteers regarding issues in Su-57 production.

These investigations featured the Micropribor Russian military electronics plant, which manufactures the MPPU-50 module. This module is critically important for the production of the Russian Su-57 fighter jet. Given its significance, a decision was made to duplicate MPPU-50 production across two enterprises: Micropribor plant and Krasnoe Znamya.

Rather than delving into the full scope of these investigations, we will focus on the Micropribor plant and its ties to FGPU NPP Gamma.

Gamma, not only the third letter of the Greek alphabet

The Federal State Unitary Enterprise Scientific and Production Enterprise Gamma (FGPU NPP Gamma) provides a full range of services in the field of information security. It carries out special projects, as well as performs research and development (R&D) and experimental design work in the interests of the Russian state agencies, the FSB, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Ministry of Defense, and other federal agencies.

The enterprise actively cooperates with leading Russian developers of information technology and security solutions, it is also engaged in the design and production of specialized radio-electronic equipment.

General information about FGPU NPP Gamma

The irony is that a company specializing in training information security professionals failed to protect its own information security, and leaked a wealth of interesting information. We will not reveal everything at once—some of the most intriguing findings will be reserved for future investigations.

We would also like to express our gratitude to a Gamma employee who kindly shared critical vulnerabilities in the company’s information infrastructure.

Now, let us take a look at some of the courses offered by this company. We would like to “promote” them to a wider audience because we need specialists who can help identify security gaps in other companies.

Gamma offers a (un)professional retraining course for specialists in countering foreign technical intelligence and in technical information security for classified data protection. The program is designed for both security agency personnel and commercial enterprise employees.

All courses are conducted at: Moscow, 77 Volokolamskoye Shosse.

Gamma courses on countering foreign technical intelligence and technical information protection for data containing state secrets

However, our attention was drawn to a course titled Mobilization Training and Mobilization of Government Authorities, Local Governments, Organizations, Enterprises, and Institutions.

Given Gamma’s “success” in protecting its own information infrastructure, we are skeptical about the quality of training received by those who complete this course.

However, if we take a serious look at the issue, it becomes clear that this company is conducting so called “mobilization training” as part of preparing IT specialists for potential conscription. Does this indicate a shortage of IT professionals in the military sector?

It is also worth noting an interesting detail: Gamma is involved in designing information security systems for Russia’s security agencies. Gamma’s “valuable specialists” have shed light on internal processes taking place within certain agencies of interest. We will provide more detail in our future investigations.

Now, let us continue examining the connections between Micropribor and Gamma.

Micropribor plant and Gamma

As mentioned earlier, Gamma teaches information security courses. One of the attendees from Micropribor was Vladimir Alekseyevich Ovchinnikov, the Director of General Affairs, who was sent to a training in security regime organization, as stated in the application for participation.

Application for Micropribor representative Vladimir Ovchinnikov to attend a course at Gamma

It is evident that the cooperation between Micropribor and Gamma is far broader and has been ongoing for a significant period. Reports indicate that Micropribor’s personnel have been actively attending Gamma’s courses.

However, an even more intriguing revelation is that Gamma is likely involved in the supply of II-VI WaveShaper optical processors manufactured by the American company Coherent.

These WaveShaper optical processors enable signal processing at terahertz frequencies, which is significantly faster than analog electronic processors. They are utilized in artificial intelligence (AI), 5G/6G communications, and various other fields, including defense applications.

These processors are particularly valuable for Micropribor, as they are essential for manufacturing the MPPU-50 module. This module is used in satellite communications and radar systems and is a critical component of the Russian fifth-generation fighter jet Su-57.

We have established the route of these western components to Russia:

1. The Hong Kong-based company Hadsund International Technology supplies II-VI WaveShaper optical processors from the American company Coherent, which were manufactured in Australia.
2. These devices are then purchased by LLC Scientific Instruments and Systems (Rus: ООО “Научные приборы и системы”), which is part of the Scientific Equipment Group (Rus: Группа компаний “Научное оборудование” ).
3. Initially, Scientific Equipment Group focused on supplying devices to the Russian Academy of Sciences, but later shifted towards serving Russian security agencies.
4. In 2023, the company signed a contract for the delivery of an automated measurement complex to FGPU NPP Gamma, which is closely linked to Micropribor, as evidenced by this investigation.

This reveals one of the mechanisms used to bypass Western sanctions to supply components for MPPU-50 production, a key component in the development of the Su-57 fighter.

By exploiting loopholes in international sanctions, Russian companies continue to procure Western components and dual-use goods for their military-industrial complex.

Some relevant information about the Russian company “ELVEES-NeoTek”

As part of this investigation, we will briefly discuss ELVEES-NeoTek, a company closely linked to Gamma.

This company presents itself as an enterprise specializing in the development and production of high-tech security systems, incorporating radar, thermal imaging, and video surveillance technologies. It is a subsidiary of Rosnano.

However, upon analyzing the following documents, it becomes evident that this company is involved in more than just high-tech security systems.

Information Bulletins on the Activities of “ELVEES-NeoTek”

As we can see, this company has established a Training Center for UAV Operation and Counter-UAV Measures, based on its own mobile platform.

The courses offered by the company include training in the following programs:

• UAV operator
• Counter-UAV system operator
• Specialist in protecting facilities from UAV-related threats
• Data analyst for UAV-generated information (DroneDataAnalysis)
• Instructor for UAV operator training
• Inspector for UAV management and control.

Additionally, the company offers the Persona Talent neuro-scripting technology, which allows for the selection of candidates for training based on cognitive behavioral models tailored to different specializations.

The products, services, and technologies of ELVEES-NeoTek for critical infrastructure protection are actively used by:

• AO Rosenergoatom Concern
• Transneft
• Lukoil
• Gazprom
• PhosAgro
• RusHydro
• as well as airports and airfields.

Thus, this company is actively offering UAV operator training and critical infrastructure protection services to Russian enterprises against UAV threats.

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