Defence news and analysis - Page 17

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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Land Warfare

MBDA aims Brimstone at British Army requirement

20th September 2024

MBDA has been pushing for Brimstone, which was originally developed as an air-launched missile for the Royal Air Force, to help the British Army meet its MCCO requirement.
Land Warfare

Thales outlines Bushmaster offering for UK requirement

19th September 2024

The UK’s Land Mobility Programme (LMP) achieved some clarity at DVD this week. Thales was just one company pushing itself forward for what will be a hotly contested requirement with a focus on what the bids will mean for UK industry.
Land Warfare

Moog rolls out offering for UK GBAD requirement

19th September 2024

The Reconfigurable Integrated-weapons Platform (RIwP) is a modular remote weapons station designed to counter a wide spectrum of threats ranging from enemy infantry and armoured vehicles, to helicopters and UAS. Manufacturer Moog is promoting it for the UK’s GBAD requirement.
Digital Battlespace

Space defence assets under growing threat says Lockheed executive

19th September 2024

Chinese innovation and interference means it will only continue to get harder for western nations to defend their space assets.
Air Warfare

Embraer’s Millennium and Super Tucanos generate new customers

19th September 2024

Described as a “true” multi-role aircraft, Embraer has set an aim for the C-390 Millennium to be the cornerstone for different operations, from HA/DR to combat missions.
Land Warfare

Jackal 3 in full-scale production as 53 more are ordered by British Army

19th September 2024

Babcock will build an additional 53 High Mobility Transporter (HMT) Jackal 3s for the British Army in partnership with Supacat.
Land Warfare

Boxer continues swinging with the announcement of three key milestones in the next four months

19th September 2024

The UK’s Mechanised Infantry Vehicle programme appears set for a busy four months of success as the Boxer continues to deliver and be delivered. In an announcement at DVD 2024, the UK Boxer programme is set to see its final prototype vehicle, the first UK-produced serial vehicle, and initial conversion training by the British Army start by January 2025.
Land Warfare

Paramount supplies Maatla vehicles to Ghana

19th September 2024

Paramount’s Maatla 4x4 is a Light Protected Vehicle (LPV) aimed at the African off-road armoured vehicle market and the announcement of deliveries to Ghana means, along with the Democratic Republic of Congo, it is known to be in service with two African countries.
Land Warfare

Major call for shift towards defence-focused advanced manufacturing practices made at DVD 2024

19th September 2024

Defence leaders called on the industry to be more proactive in supply chain design, but noted that while the use of modern technological solutions to streamline the supply chain was vital, it could have significant downstream societal consequences.
Air Warfare

Kongsberg to invest $110 million to increase production capacities in the US

19th September 2024

Expected contracts from the US Armed Forces will see the company build a new facility in Virginia, as well as improving and expanding its manufacturing capabilities in Pennsylvania.
Land Warfare

Persistent Systems awarded $5.3 million contract for MPU5 devices for US Marine Corps

18th September 2024

The MU5 has been designed as a mesh networking system. It has seen service with dismounted troops and on uncrewed systems.
Land Warfare

Babcock unveils new mortar in light of ‘shoot and scoot’ Ukraine war

18th September 2024

Babcock has developed the mortar system in co-operation with Singapore Technologies but any production for the UK will focus on local manufacture.
Training

Fincantieri company launches VR and AR simulator for ROVs

18th September 2024

Designed for the Italian Navy, the simulator was presented at Mine Countermeasures Forces Command in La Spezia.
Land Warfare

Timelines set for British Army vehicle replacement effort

18th September 2024

Previous efforts to replace the British Army’s light vehicles have failed and the process to buy replacements has now been set targets on a reasonably tight deadline.
Uncrewed Vehicles

Exail to supply Caméléon unmanned demining robots to Belgium Armed Forces

18th September 2024

The Caméléon LG UGV includes remote operational capabilities and real-time hazard detection.
Naval Warfare

Palfinger Marine wins Singapore deals to supply Slipway Systems for MRCVs

18th September 2024

Slipway Systems were also supplied for Singapore’s eight Independence-class Littoral Mission Vessels.
Land Warfare

Need sensor fusion on the move?

18th September 2024

Maximise the role of SitaWare Frontline in delivering sensor-based intelligence across all echelons.
Land Warfare

MilDef to supply C4 systems for new Danish artillery systems

18th September 2024

The MilDef equipment will support artillery systems ordered in 2023 and delivery will be expected by the end of 2025.
Air Warfare

Saab delivers fifth and final GlobalEye to UAE

17th September 2024

Saab delivered the fourth GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft to the UAE earlier this year with the fifth aircraft concluding the order.