Defence news and analysis - Page 28

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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Uncrewed Vehicles

Cubic joins DARPA’s Air Combat Evolution programme for AI air combat

29th July 2024

The company has added its SLATE technology to the manoeuvring routine of the X-62A modified F-16 aircraft.
Land Warfare

Uruguay receives Mamba Mk7 APCs for peacekeeping operations

29th July 2024

The Mamba has been widely used in peacekeeping operations as a lower-cost alternative to more protected vehicles which are expected to go onto the frontline. It can be upgraded with the addition of optional extra armour including underneath the engine compartment.
Land Warfare

Swiss places order for 81mm mortar ammunition

29th July 2024

The multi-million euro order has been scheduled to be completed by 2025 and will feature additional services as part of the product launch.
Air Warfare

NATO’s Next Generation Rotorcraft Capability moves ahead with development contracts

26th July 2024

The Next Generation Rotorcraft Capability (NGRC) programme is a transnational effort across NATO to replace a range of helicopters which are expected to begin retiring from the mid-2030s.
Naval Warfare

Intermarine and Leonardo unite for Italian Navy minehunter contract

26th July 2024

Five modern minehunters will undertake sweeps of leading maritime areas of interest.
Air Warfare

Raytheon strikes deal with new rocket motor maker to secure supply chain

26th July 2024

Raytheon has seen increased demand for its missiles in the face of the Russia-Ukraine war where Kyiv has been using air-to-air missiles for ground-based air-defence.
Land Warfare

First locally built KF41 Lynx IFV handed over to Hungary

26th July 2024

The KF41 procurement is part of Hungary’s Zrínyi 2026 development plan and is one of several efforts to procure modern, NATO-standard platforms that will supersede legacy equipment received from the Soviet Union by 2026.
Defence Notes

Irish defence review highlights importance of Capability Development Unit and looks to new threats

26th July 2024

Ireland has a small defence force in terms of personnel, equipment and budget relative to international averages but is plotting a way to change this and a recent annual review analyses that progress.
Land Warfare

Elbit Systems looks to enhance automation for Israeli artillery systems

26th July 2024

Automation efforts on the Roem and Sigma howitzers will maintain a ‘man in a loop’ configuration as the Israeli company focuses on the export market.
Naval Warfare

India pauses self-reliance in defence manufacture as it turns back to international OEMs

26th July 2024

Maritime security concerns has led India to delay its pursuit of self-reliance in defence manufacturing and procurement as it makes urgent orders from international OEMs due to maritime security concerns.
Air Warfare

European Common Radar System Mk2 begins ground-testing in UK

25th July 2024

BAE Systems hopes to work out any issues before the radar is sent for flight testing.
Defence Notes

How Chinese and Russian ambitions are forcing US posture in the Arctic to shift

25th July 2024

The recently released 2024 DoD Arctic Strategy established lines of action to improve US extreme cold-weather capabilities against perceived threats from China and Russia throughout the region.
Training

Royal Jordanian Air Force takes delivery of five new Bell 505 aircraft at Farnborough

25th July 2024

The five helicopters complete an order of 10 Bell 505s placed in 2022.
Training

NSPA and Airbus sign mission simulator contract for MRTT fleet at Farnborough

24th July 2024

The A330 MRTT simulator is expected to make simulator training easier and more regulator for both pilots and refuelling operatives.
Training

Australia’s ‘Top Gun’ exercise in Top End reaches unprecedented scale in face of Chinese military build up

24th July 2024

Fast-jet exercise focuses on interoperability and cooperation between allies amid growing regional security concerns in the Asia-Pacific region.
Air Warfare

Boeing to upgrade software for KC-46A tanker

24th July 2024

The KC-46A upgrades will improve the platform’s mission readiness, performance in challenged airspace and rapid deployment capabilities.
Defence Notes

UK orders more Martlet missiles and plays down defence review delay fears

24th July 2024

The UK’s Strategic Defence Review has been initiated by the new Labour Government following 14 years of Conservative Party-led governments.
Naval Warfare

Lockheed Martin strengthens Spanish SPY-7 radar supply chain

24th July 2024

The global defence giant chose a Spanish firm for its work on the Bonifaz-class frigate.
Air Warfare

Teledyne FLIR promotes ITAR-free Star SAFIRE imaging payload at FIA

24th July 2024

The Ultraforce 380-HDc, launched at Farnborough International Airshow, builds on Teledyne FLIR’s successful Star SAFIRE family of systems and is aimed at both the military and security markets.