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Contract moves new Abrams tank forward in the face of cuts
Several US Army vehicle programmes were axed by US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth’s plans to transform the US Army, as outlined in the Letter to the Force: Army Transformation Initiative document. However, the new generation Abrams M1E3 main battle tank (MBT) was singled out for survival. But what will it look like?
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RTX Raytheon advances with the development of new Barracuda mine neutraliser
The new Barracuda version has been engineered to perform enhanced subsea and seabed warfare missions.
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Union slams “self-sabotage” of UK government over Typhoon production
The UK Ministry of Defence remains resolute that the Typhoon sits at the heart of the country’s air defence capabilities and is focused on the aircraft’s potential export orders, despite its continued focus on F-35 procurement.
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Malaysia signs for two additional GM400α air surveillance radars
The order is in addition to two systems ordered in 2023. It forms part of a family of systems which is becoming widely used and part of a growing demand for the capability, both in deliveries and requirements.
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Cassidian Optronics wins military vehicle optronics contract
27th March 2014
Under an order announced on 26 March, Cassidian Optronics will supply vision equipment to Krauss-Maffei Wegmann and Rheinmetall Defence Electronics to be installed on battle …
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FIDAE: Surplus Chinooks may head for South America
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A significant portion of the 80 CH-47D helicopters that are being designated as surplus by the US Army are being targeting at South America, according …
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Rheinmetall signs South African air defence contract
27th March 2014
Rheinmetall will perform work to support South Africa’s programme to modernise its existing air defence systems under a new contract announced on 27 March. The …
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UK advances Army 2020 plan
27th March 2014
The UK Ministry of Defence has implemented the first phase of its Army 2020 re-structuring programme with the launch of Force Troops Command (FTC), which …
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FIDAE: ScanEagle offered to Brazil
27th March 2014
The Insitu ScanEagle UAV completed a maritime demonstration with the Brazilian Navy on 17 February, Shephard has learned. Speaking at the FIDAE exhibition in Santiago, …
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FIDAE: Argentine UAVs revealed
26th March 2014
Argentine company Mundo Compuesto (MCOM) Special Developments has provided information about its developmental MCOM UAV at FIDAE. The UAV has a wingspan of 4.2m and …
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FIDAE: Polaris markets ultralight ATV
26th March 2014
Polaris Defense is displaying its MRZR-2 all-terrain vehicle at the FIDAE exhibition from 25-30 March. A spokesman from the company told Shephard that there are …
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DIMDEX: Raytheon offers up ‘counter-swarm’ solution
26th March 2014
The most prolific threat currently facing Middle Eastern navies is swarming fast attack craft, according to Raytheon, which has developed a new missile system to …
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Lockheed Martin C-5M deliveries continue
26th March 2014
Lockheed Martin has delivered a new C-5M Super Galaxy strategic airlifter to the US Air Force, bringing the total number of aircraft delivered to the …
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DIMDEX: Naval commanders call for maritime cooperation
26th March 2014
Navy leaders called for greater cooperation in the modern maritime security environment at the Middle East Naval Commanders Conference in Doha on 26 March. More …
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FIDAE: Mercedes offers latest military trucks in Chile
26th March 2014
Mercedes-Benz is showcasing its presence in Chile by displaying four trucks at the FIDAE 2014 exhibition. The company has on display its Zetros 2733 6x6 …
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FIDAE: Argentine rocket launcher showcased
26th March 2014
The new Lanzacohetes CP-30 multiple rocket launcher (MRL) being developed in Argentina has been placed on display at FIDAE 2014. A spokesman from the Argentine …
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DIMDEX: Qatar signs for new fast patrol craft
26th March 2014
The Qatar Coast Guard has signed a deal with Turkish company Ares Shipyard for the delivery of a number of new high speed vessels to …
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Rockwell Collins to upgrade Mexico C-130 avionics
26th March 2014
Rockwell Collins will supply its Flight2 integrated avionics system for the Mexican Air Force programme to upgrade its C-130 Hercules aircraft fleet under a contract …
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Brazilian Air Force selects Hermes 900 UAV
26th March 2014
Elbit Systems will supply a Hermes 900 Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) to the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) under a new contract announced on 26 March. …
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DIMDEX: Middle Eastern C4ISR requirements evolve
26th March 2014
The Middle East is experiencing a change of mindset in the area of C4ISR procurement, according to Thales. Speaking to Shephard at DIMDEX on 26 …
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Naval Warfare
DIMDEX: Saab promotes maritime surveillance
26th March 2014
Offering up its maritime surveillance capabilities to the Middle-East at DIMDEX, Saab has described a ‘complex’ maritime environment in the Arabian Gulf. Speaking to Shephard …
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DIMDEX: MBDA unveils coastal defence system
26th March 2014
MBDA has displayed a new coastal defence system based on the Marte missile family at DIMDEX for the first time. The Marte Coastal Defence System …
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UK to test Paveway IV from Reaper UAV
26th March 2014
The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) is considering the testing of the Raytheon Paveway IV laser guided bomb on-board the RAF’s MQ-9 Reaper UAV, the …
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British Army considers purchasing the NEMO 120mm mortar turret for the Patria 6×6
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US Navy acquires additional anti-submarine warfare kits for P-8A Poseidon aircraft
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RTX Raytheon advances with the development of new Barracuda mine neutraliser
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Contract moves new Abrams tank forward in the face of cuts
