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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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Naval Warfare

Royal Navy looks to OPV dry dock activities in Asia-Pacific

15th August 2024

The UK Royal Navy is expanding its Indo-Pacific logistics network, with HMS Spey and HMS Tamar set to undergo dry dock servicing in the region, while the force continues its long-term deployment for operations and defence engagement in the region.
Digital Battlespace

In-orbit imaging a “game-changer” in space situational awareness

15th August 2024

As the threats of nuclear weapons in space and the militarisation of the domain persist, an Australian outfit has been developing technology that defence organisations could utilise to identify objects in space to gain a better understand of what they are doing in orbit.
Land Warfare

Rheinmetall looks to strengthen position in US as it bids for $60 billion in contracts

15th August 2024

The US has major vehicle contracts looming, a challenge for the small number of large companies, but Douglas Bush, assistant secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology has identified Rheinmetall America as potential new player.
Naval Warfare

Virginia-class submarine USS Idaho launched

15th August 2024

The launch of the USS Idaho marks the halfway point of the Virginia-class series of submarines.
Air Warfare

Lockheed Martin follows Raytheon in strategic teaming on rocket motors as demand increases

15th August 2024

The major defence manufacturers have been looking to secure their supply chains as more missiles are being used in Ukraine.
Air Warfare

Poland signs for 96 Apache attack helicopters

14th August 2024

Poland selected the Apache two years ago and recently finalised details of an offset agreement. The Foreign Military Sale (FMS) Letter of Offer and Agreement (LOA) has sealed the deal.
Air Warfare

US Air Force tests low-cost method to defeat surface vessels from the air

14th August 2024

The demonstration was conducted under the QUICKSINK programme in partnership with the US Navy.
Special Operations

Japan to set up DARPA-style institute to tackle evolving threat of cyber warfare

14th August 2024

Japan’s Ministry of Defense is devoting government-level effort and funding to tackling the growing problem of cyber warfare.
Air Warfare

Israel cleared for $20 billion in arms packages

14th August 2024

Israel’s requests reflect the high demands of its military and on its local production capability as it continues with its operations in Gaza and against others in the region.
Land Warfare

Contract signed for delayed US Air Force E-7A deal

14th August 2024

The UK and US have ordered the Boeing 737 Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) system which is already operated by Australia (E-7 Wedgetail), South Korea (Peace Eye) and Turkey (Peace Eagle).
Digital Battlespace

Arctic broadband satellites launched for reliable military connectivity

14th August 2024

The mission marks the first time an active US military payload has been delivered by commercial rocket.
Training

US and South Korea train together in North Korean threat readiness

13th August 2024

This year's Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises are informed by real-world geopolitics and likely threats.
Naval Warfare

US Coast Guard might not have surface assets to patrol the Arctic this summer

13th August 2024

While the service struggles to maintain its cold-temperature fleet, Russia and China have been increasing their presence in the region.
Air Warfare

Serco receives contract extension for Royal Navy helicopter support

13th August 2024

The contract will deliver aircraft engineering support to the UK Royal Navy’s (RN’s) Merlin Helicopter Force and Wildcat Helicopter Force based out of RNAS Culdrose and RNAS Yeovilton respectively.
Naval Warfare

Canada’s multi-purpose vessel fleet progresses with new equipment contract

13th August 2024

The 16-strong fleet will replace three current classes of vessel.
Air Warfare

HII contracted to support USAF aircraft systems

13th August 2024

The deal runs over five years and is for the support of US and partner country fighter and bomber weapons systems and subsystems.
Land Warfare

Norway cleared for HIMARS purchase worth $580 million

12th August 2024

HIMARS weapons have been in high demand with systems provided to Ukraine, Poland placing an order, Australia and Morocco being approved for Foreign Military Sales, Taiwan ordering more and the Netherlands requesting systems.
Naval Warfare

US Congress plans to invest more than $650 million on integrating the PAC-3 MSE onto US Navy vessels

12th August 2024

Congress has recommended an additional US$105 million for the initiative in FY2025 as it aims to accelerate the effort.
Uncrewed Vehicles

Uncrewed defence systems set to hyperscale with launch of Arsenal platform

12th August 2024

The new system to scale the production of uncrewed defence systems will include its own manufacturing plant, the Arsenal-1.