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Improbable Defence is transforming synthetic environments through Skyral (Sponsored)
Skyral enables government and industry to develop and adapt synthetic solutions more quickly, efficiently and reliably.
Air Warfare
UK RAF’s Protector programme hits new milestones, more aircraft expected this year
Further tests will be carried out on the existing fleet, ahead of the Royal Air Force’s anticipated transition from MQ-9A Reaper aircraft to the MQ-9B Protector by the end of 2025.
Defence Notes
What capabilities could the US supply to Saudi Arabia under the $142 billion deal?
Multiple questions involving the largest US Foreign Military Sale in history remain unanswered.
Naval Warfare
Singapore to upgrade Super Rapid 76mm guns with Strales system
A total of 28 active surface ships will receive the upgrades to their weaponry to help them combat the growing threat from UAVs.
Defence Notes
Leonardo CEO urges “speed as important as money” as joint ventures progress picks up
The company’s Q1 2025 results showed a 20% increase in new orders and a 15% increase in revenue across the business.
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Naval Warfare
Euronaval 2022: Talks ongoing for potential Lockheed Martin overhaul of Greece's MEKO frigates
20th October 2022
Despite not seeing success with a frigate offer, Lockheed Martin continues to see opportunities in Greece, including a potential frigate upgrade and corvette programme.
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Air Warfare
Indian Army issues call for more UAVs
20th October 2022
The Indian military has released a batch of RfPs, EoIs and notifications for a range of urgently needed UAV types.
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Defence Notes
Off-ramps for China? Sorry, that ship has sailed (Opinion)
20th October 2022
The US in particular has got itself into a difficult position because politicians and military leaders continually appeased China and the burgeoning PLA.
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Land Warfare
Teledyne FLIR seeks more US attention for Stormcaster-DX
19th October 2022
The Stormcaster-DX laser target designator can provide precision fires to the lowest tactical level in addition to enabling faster decisions.
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Naval Warfare
Euronaval 2022: European Patrol Corvette partners sign consortium agreement
19th October 2022
The EPC project aims to maintain European sovereignty in second-line naval vessels.
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Air Warfare
India searches for foreign partners to build engines
19th October 2022
Sourcing engines for home-grown military platforms and weapons is proving a thorn in the side of India.
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Air Warfare
India looks closer to home to upgrade Su-30MKI fleet
19th October 2022
With Russia under sanctions because of its warlike ways, India must find an alternative solution to upgrade its Su-30 fighters.
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Naval Warfare
Euronaval 2022: Size, weight and stability considerations drive development of Shark RWS
18th October 2022
Naval SOF may benefit from the compact and lightweight Shark RWS.
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Naval Warfare
Euronaval 2022: SonoFlash makes a splash with more trials to come
18th October 2022
Following its selection by the French Navy in 2021, the SonoFlash ASW sonobuoy is scheduled for delivery in 2024 pending completion of trials.
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Naval Warfare
Euronaval 2022: Turret innovations take centre stage for Nexter
18th October 2022
French manufacturer Nexter displays 1:1 final design model of RapidFire point defence system and missile-equipped Narwhal turret.
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Defence Notes
Euronaval 2022: Rohde & Schwarz unveil new liquid-cooled HF high-power transmitters
18th October 2022
The new liquid-cooled systems offer power and thermal efficiency benefits.
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Naval Warfare
Euronaval 2022: BAE Systems details Adaptable Strike Frigate design with Type 32 and exports in mind
18th October 2022
BAE Systems is bringing its Adaptable Strike Frigate to market at Euronaval in Paris, offering a solution for the UK's Type 32 requirement and export opportunities.
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Defence Notes
US to send extra HIMARS ammo to Ukraine
17th October 2022
Ukraine is receiving more GMLRS rounds for HIMARS but air defence systems are a more pressing requirement.
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Defence Notes
North Korea launches new barrage of missiles
17th October 2022
To date, North Korea has launched 15 ballistic and cruise missiles in a three-week period in its latest ill-tempered demonstration of belligerence.
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Air Warfare
Australia to receive anti-radiation missiles via FMS
13th October 2022
Northrop Grumman subsidiary Alliant Techsystems is providing Australia with AARGM and HARM anti-radiation missiles.
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Defence Notes
AUSA 2022: Iron Beam reaches a wider audience
13th October 2022
The Iron Beam laser for air and missile defence made its US show debut at AUSA 2022 and it was also presented to representatives of 24 militaries at a recent conference in Israel.
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Air Warfare
Malaysia lines up Anka and ATR-72 for ISR requirements
13th October 2022
After long consideration, Malaysia is getting ready to sign contracts for ISR aircraft and UAVs. New Condor-replacement armoured vehicles are also planned.
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Naval Warfare
Austal Australia converts patrol boat into unmanned vessel
12th October 2022
The Royal Australian Navy is involved in converting a patrol boat into an unmanned vessel, while it also seeks new workboats and another LMV-M contender reveals its landing craft design for the Australian Army.
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Air Warfare
UK-Qatar Typhoon squadron deploys for training and World Cup security
11th October 2022
Eight aircraft from 12 Squadron RAF are in Qatar for in-country training and support for security around the 2022 World Cup.
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