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GDELS unveils Nemesis 155mm SPG at FEINDEF

GDELS has unveiled the Nemesis self-propelled artillery system, combining the ASCOD chassis with KNDS’s Artillery Gun Module to enhance European artillery capabilities.

US approves $1.45 billion sale to UAE for CH-47 Chinooks and F-16 sustainment

Both the possible sale for six Chinook helicopters and F-16 sustainment will bolster existing UAE fleets and the country’s position as a US partner and ally, according to the DSCA.

US Army cancels FTUAS and the MQ-1 Gray Eagle as part of the Army Transformation Initiative

Last week, it was revealed that the US Army intended to cancel the long-running Future Tactical UAS (FTUAS). The revelation, no doubt part of the Army Transformation Initiative (ATI), came a week after the force highlighted that it would cancel the procurement of Gray Eagle aircraft.

Naval Warfare

US Coast Guard faces the “greatest readiness challenge since World War II”, says Homeland Security Secretary

The service currently has diverse problems in its procurement programmes and capability gaps in its inventory, writes Shephard’s North America editor Flavia Camargos Pereira.

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Land Warfare

DSEI 2023: MSI Defence Systems announces new mobile counter-UAS solution

15th September 2023

At DSEI 2023, MSI Defence Systems showcased the latest iteration of its Terrahawk Paladin VSHORAD C-UAS system, featuring radar and optical sensors and a 30mm Bushmaster autocannon. The company is working on a mobile version mounted on a 6x6 truck.
Air Warfare

DSEI 2023: Leonardo UK bolsters Yeovil site in preparation for New Medium Helicopter programme

15th September 2023

'For us, it’s building helicopters, not just assembling. It’s not only about NMH but about enduring social value in terms of exports from the UK,' Leonardo UK told Shephard at DSEI 2023.
Naval Warfare

DSEI 2023: How PhantomBlu comms tech could mean an end to radio silence at sea

15th September 2023

Blu Wireless's PhantomBlu millimetre-wave communications nodes could put an end to the need to maintain radio silence to avoid detection or interception while supporting high data rates for C2 purposes.
Training

DSEI 2023: 4GD to upgrade SimStriker smart target with generative AI and computational vision

15th September 2023

Both the SimStriker enhancements involving computer vision and generative AI are currently in development, with some aspects already de-risked.
Air Warfare

Ukraine lessons: is bringing an attack helicopter to a missile fight too dangerous?

15th September 2023

According to multiple OSINT sources, Russian forces have lost possibly as many as 200 rotary-wing aircraft since February 2022. Some of these occurred in early high-profile operations, but most have been attrition casualties during the ongoing fighting. Shephard analyses the nature of these losses, and what lessons NATO attack helicopter operators should draw.
Air Warfare

MQ-4C Triton UAS reaches initial operational capability with US Navy

15th September 2023

The MQ-4C Triton uncrewed aircraft has officially achieved Initial Operating Capability (IOC) with the US Navy.
Air Warfare

Russia to start mass production of Scalpel loitering munition

15th September 2023

A Russian loitering munition developer has said it will begin mass production a loitering munition which is claimed to be much cheaper than the Lancet which has been widely used in Ukraine.
Training

DSEI 2023: Forge decision tool to help develop British Army doctrine for new armoured vehicles

15th September 2023

Hadean, ST Engineering Antycip and Cervus have announced a contract from the British Army for their Forge decision support tool for use at the Land Warfare Centre in a series of major experiments.
Land Warfare

DSEI 2023: Supacat adds mortar option for high-mobility vehicle family

15th September 2023

Supacat displayed a new variant of its HMT 400 4x4 vehicle at DSEI, equipped with an Elbit 120mm mortar system and a Kongsberg remote weapon station armed with a machine gun and Javelin missile.
Land Warfare

DSEI 2023: FFG advances delivery of mine-clearing tanks to Ukraine

15th September 2023

The improved FFG Wisent mine-clearing tanks being delivered to Ukraine feature new passive armour and a Pearson Full Width Mine Plough.
Uncrewed Vehicles

DSEI: Milrem displays new versions of THeMIS and reveals plans for larger UGV

15th September 2023

Milrem Robotics has now supplied more than 100 of its Tracked Hybrid Modular Infantry System (THeMIS) hybrid UGVs including approximately 15 for service in Ukraine. Lessons learned are continuing to inform the platform’s development, according to the company.
Air Warfare

South Korea seeks extra F-35A fighters

15th September 2023

South Korea is looking for more F-35A fighters to bolster its fleet, as development of the KF-21 Boramae continues apace.
Land Warfare

The HF Renaissance – The Evolving Electronic Warfare Threats and the Need for Resilient Waveforms (Studio)

14th September 2023

Amid modern warfare’s complexity and electronic warfare threats, NATO and its allies are balancing legacy systems with new technologies. With the importance of resilient waveforms underscored, High Frequency (HF) technology has emerged as a robust solution, leading to an “HF renaissance”.
Defence Notes

Pentagon bets on advanced autonomous solutions to match Chinese military capabilities

14th September 2023

The US DoD recently disclosed details of the Replicator initiative to field thousands of uncrewed systems in two years across multiple domains.
Air Warfare

Insight: How will the US Navy keep its EA-18G Growler EW aircraft flying until 2046?

14th September 2023

The carrier-based EA-18G Growler entered service in 2010 and is intended to remain in service until 2046. Shephard Defence Insight analyses the key operational technologies on the aircraft and the upgrade path needed to keep it flying and effective for another two decades.
Land Warfare

DSEI 2023: Pearson Engineering primed to manufacture Rafael Samson remote weapon stations for UK programmes

14th September 2023

Rafael has announced that Pearson Engineering will play a 'significant role' in delivering the Samson 30mm remote weapon station.
Land Warfare

BvS 10 all-terrain weapon platform bares its teeth at DSEI 2023

14th September 2023

BAE Systems is touting the high-mobility weapon-carrying capabilities of the BvS 10, showcasing an example of the tracked all-terrain vehicle fitted with Moog's Flexible Mission Platform at DSEI 2023.
Air Warfare

DSEI 2023: Paramount announces new orders and weapon options for Mwari recon/strike aircraft

14th September 2023

Paramount Aerospace Industries has announced additional customer deliveries of its Mwari reconnaissance, surveillance, and strike aircraft, in addition to integration of a weapon management system and command and control base
Air Warfare

Chinese air power – analysing the bigger picture

14th September 2023

Admitted by the US to be a ‘pacing threat’, the development of Chinese air power will continue to be a core measure of Beijing’s military capability.