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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

Poland broadens commercial defence channels with South Korea through sales of Warmate drones

9th September 2024

The sale was welcomed by South Korea, which advocated ongoing mutual commercial support.
Air Warfare

Iraq orders Airbus H225M helicopters

9th September 2024

The new helicopters will join Airbus H125, H135 and H145 aircraft already in Iraqi service and replace older Mi-17s.
Defence Notes

Dutch MoD targets two more frigates as part of future defence plans

6th September 2024

The latest defence memorandum from the Dutch government has suggested that funding would be increased, with the procurement of more frigates, F-35s and Leopard 2A8s expected.
Air Warfare

Egypt orders two C-130J Super Hercules

6th September 2024

The two aircraft may well be the first instalment of up to a dozen replacements for Egypt’s legacy Hercules fleet.
Naval Warfare

Exail selected to enhance navigation capabilities of the French Navy’s OPV

6th September 2024

Naval Group has selected the high-tech industrial group to provide its Phins Inertial Navigation Systems and Netans Data Distribution Units to French OPVs.
Land Warfare

Rolls-Royce teams up with FFG to improve Wisent 1 and Leopard 1 engines

6th September 2024

The two companies will work together to develop a concept to repower the tank vehicle family with mtu 8V199 engines.
Land Warfare

Will future ground fleets finally embrace hybrid electric solutions?

6th September 2024

Despite growing interest in hybrid electric capabilities and its obvious advantages, obstacles and common challenges continue to hamper its deployment into military vehicles.
Uncrewed Vehicles

UAVs in multiple classes proliferate in South Korea

6th September 2024

South Korea is rapidly advancing its UAV programmes and counter-drone capabilities in response to increasing threats from North Korea’s unmanned aerial systems.
Air Warfare

Hungarian Air Force takes ownership of its first C-390 Millennium

6th September 2024

The move makes Hungary the second C-390 operator within the NATO alliance.
Land Warfare

Poland announces IBCS integration timeline

6th September 2024

Polish defence leaders said the country already has a squadron trained on using the Integrated Battle Command System which it planned to move forward with in 2024.
Air Warfare

Royal Navy Merlin Mk4 ditching kills one crew member

5th September 2024

A ditching is a deliberate emergency landing on water, not a crash.
Naval Warfare

Elbit upgrades Seagull USV with drones and loitering weapon systems

5th September 2024

With demand for USVs high, Elbit has added more capabilities to its fully autonomous vessel.
Naval Warfare

Saab to build Singapore’s MRCV composite superstructure as it seeks portfolio expansion

5th September 2024

Saab, who has been looking to expand its presence in Singapore, will build the forward superstructure and the radar mast of the Multi Role Combat Vessel with carbon composite material.
Land Warfare

Australian Army readies itself for influx of heavy metal

5th September 2024

The Australian Army has been restructuring its armoured capabilities, consolidating heavy armoured vehicles such as the M1A2 SEPv3 Abrams and AS21 Redback IFVs in Townsville, while also advancing key defence projects.
Naval Warfare

Indian Navy purchases anti-submarine sonobuoys to counter Chinese incursions

5th September 2024

The US approved the deal despite supply chain delays to other equipment ordered by India.
Naval Warfare

Japan to procure technical support for its Aegis-class destroyer fleet

5th September 2024

The sale would allow Japan significant technical and computer support for its Aegis-class destroyers for the immediate future.
Defence Notes

UK-administered International Fund for Ukraine passes £1 billion milestone

4th September 2024

Ukraine’s defence secretary met his UK opposite number in London to mark the milestone and push forward with new defence deals.
Naval Warfare

The future remains unclear for US Coast Guard’s Healy icebreaker

4th September 2024

The cutter has been in Seattle where repairs have been taking place to electrical fire damage but no estimate has been given on its return to service leaving the US Coast Guard without surface assets to patrol the Arctic.
Defence Notes

UK defence funding rocked by budget restrictions

4th September 2024

Defence spending cuts are implied by UK ministers’ commitments to help plug a public finance “black hole”.