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Romania opens the chequebook and reorganises as it watches Russian aggression

Romania is retiring old systems, some Soviet, and replacing them with western equipment from countries such as Sweden and Turkey and boosting existing modern fleets.

UK and US marines train to guard nuclear deterrent submarines

The Autumn round of Tartan Eagle training just concluded in Scotland.

Navigating change: How market trends are shaping the future of naval defence (analysis)

As defence markets shift to meet new demands, the naval sector has found itself at the centre of a transformative wave, driven by geopolitical shifts, the need for rapid technological advancement, and a redefined approach to maritime power projection.

Air Warfare

Romania signs $7.2 billion deal to buy 32 F-35A jets

The Romanian government has formalised a deal to purchase 32 F-35A aircraft from the US. The jets will not be expected to be operational in Romania until 2030.

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Air Warfare

Netherlands commits €400 million into drones for Ukraine defence

8th October 2024

The Netherlands has already spent approximately €4 billion so far in military support to Ukraine.
Land Warfare

Northrop Grumman adds AI to air defence controller for improved CUAS capability

8th October 2024

Northrop Grumman’s Forward Area Air Defence (FAAD) Advanced Battle Manager (ABM) system continuously monitors the battlespace, replans engagements as necessary and supports multiple weapon types.
Training

Australia’s exercise tempo increases as it looks east for national defence

7th October 2024

The Australian Government has focused heavily on the defence of its north-west coast, with plans to move its attack helicopters to the area, as well as base its maritime patrol assets in the region.
Air Warfare

CF-18 Hornet Extension Project achieves initial operational capability

7th October 2024

The project extension continues to address the capability gap in the Canadian Armed Forces to meet its fighter aircraft commitments for both NORAD and NATO.
Naval Warfare

Royal New Zealand Navy loses first vessel to the sea in 80 years

7th October 2024

The HMNZS Manawanui ran aground while surveying a reef near Samoa although all hands were saved.
Naval Warfare

German Navy places its faith in F125 frigates

7th October 2024

First-of-class Baden-Württemberg, a German F125 frigate, has been put to the test and declared suitable for Indo-Pacific operating conditions.
Naval Warfare

Keel laid for Portuguese multi-purpose ship

4th October 2024

In June 2022, the Portuguese Navy released the concept of a multifunctional ship called Plataforma Naval Multifuncional (PNM) and a tender was issued in late May 2023. A contract with Damen was signed in November 2023.
Air Warfare

Thailand-bound AH-6i helicopter completes first flight

4th October 2024

A total of eight aircraft will replace the Royal Thai Army’s ageing AH-IF Cobra fleet as part of a contract deal worth US$103.8 million.
Land Warfare

Lithuania turns to Saab and Kongsberg to improve air defences

4th October 2024

Lithuania has placed a second order for Mobile Short-Range Air Defence (MSHORAD) systems and expects to begin receiving systems from its first order next year.
Land Warfare

Singapore enhances air defence coverage for army forces in the field

4th October 2024

The adapted SPYDER system extends the reach and lethality of the air defence coverage of army units in their area of operations.
Uncrewed Vehicles

AeroVironment to display eVTOL P550 at AUSA 2024

4th October 2024

AeroVironment’s portfolio will grow thanks to the eVTOL P550 aimed at battalion-level tactical forces.
Air Warfare

Czech Republic acquires two Embraer C-390 Millennium aircraft

4th October 2024

The contract has been predicted to be signed in the coming weeks, with the first aircraft slated for delivery to the Czech Republic by 2025.
Air Warfare

Saab strengthens AEW&C bid with Korea Aerospace Industries agreement

3rd October 2024

Saab’s proposal for South Korea is its GlobalEye aircraft. This MoU between the two companies is the latest update in Saab’s bid for South Korea’s competition for a new airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft.
Defence Notes

Irish defence budget increased by just €100 million despite €25 billion surplus

3rd October 2024

The budget of more than €1.3 billion is a record figure for the Irish Defence Forces but almost a quarter is to meet to meet the pensions costs of Defence Forces Veterans and their dependents.
Digital Battlespace

BAE Systems gets go-ahead for second phase of mission communications programme

3rd October 2024

DARPA’s Mission-Integrated Network Control (MINC) programme was set up to develop an autonomous tactical network and enable critical data flow in contested environments.
Land Warfare

Tata to build IFVs in North Africa

3rd October 2024

The Wheeled Amphibious Armoured Platform (WhAP) was designed to meet an Indian Army requirement. Only six have been ordered by India and it is likely the US Stryker may be purchased instead.
Land Warfare

‘A true force multiplier’ – where AI can make the most impact in defence

3rd October 2024

In Conversation... ST Engineering’s Ravinder Singh talks to Shephard's Gerrard Cowan about how AI can enhance human performance, the best ways to build trust in the technology among defence customers, and the areas where AI can transform military operations
Digital Battlespace

Just Released: Space Technology Report

3rd October 2024

Why space is an essential part of modern military capabilities
Land Warfare

AUSA 2024 preview: Vehicles to take centre stage as competitions heat up

3rd October 2024

The Association of the US Army’s flagship conference and exhibition, the largest defence trade show in the US, returns on 14 October presenting one of the few chances for companies to publicly put their platforms to an audience of US decision-makers. Shephard takes a look at what’s in store for 2024.