Defence Notes

Companies post mostly rosy results but warn of potential dark clouds

First quarter 2025 results have been dropping for companies in the past week but many of the US results come with a health warning in their forward-looking aspects about the potential impact of actions by the Trump administration.

Naval Warfare

Interview: DSTA collaborates with Leonardo, Thales and Safran for naval C-UAS

In an exclusive interview with Shephard, DSTA chief Ng Chad-son outlines how the agency is reshaping defence tech development through deeper collaboration with industry partners, from AI-enhanced radar to smart naval munitions.

Defence Notes

Spain unveils new multi-billion euro defence investment plan

The new plan outlined how Spain would reach 2% of its GDP spend on defence by 2025, with €1.9 billion earmarked for new equipment acquisition with several land, naval and air platforms disclosed to be replaced or upgraded.

Naval Warfare

How the Force Design 2028 will impact US Coast Guard acquisitions

The FD 2028 strategy intends to reduce the bureaucracy in procurement processes while speeding up the field of assets.

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Defence Notes

US FY2024 funding package passes as China closes military capability gap

26th March 2024

The Pentagon has been operating under temporary funding since October 2023, which has impacted its main acquisition and development programmes, increasing the capability gap between the US and China.
Naval Warfare

BlueWhale - A True Submarine Force Multiplier

26th March 2024

The seventh annual REPMUS* and Dynamic Messenger naval exercises, organized and led by the Portuguese Navy and NATO, were held over a three-week period in September 2023.
Air Warfare

Saab begins German Eurofighter EW sensor suit works

26th March 2024

The enhanced Eurofighters will replace the ageing Tornado ECR jets in the German Air Force’s fleet.
Air Warfare

US Navy orders 17 new Super Hornets

25th March 2024

New contract awarded to Boeing will see the delivery of 17 new F/A-18 Block III Super Hornet fighters and critical technical data.
Training

General Atomics adds new capabilities to Predator trainer

22nd March 2024

The new Predator Mission Trainer upgrade was said to enhance mission realism with improved visual graphics and offer instructors streamlined control for a more efficient and student-focused learning experience.
Air Warfare

Saab charts course for next-gen Swedish fighter

22nd March 2024

Studies on future fighters conducted by Saab and the FMV will aim to explore technologies and operational concepts, including crewed and uncrewed systems.
Air Warfare

First three MH-60R naval helicopters join Hellenic Navy

22nd March 2024

Greece has strengthened its naval prowess with the formal induction of the first three Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawk helicopters.
Naval Warfare

UK and Australian defence deal agreed as BAE wins nuclear submarine contract

21st March 2024

Deal signed in Canberra will see Australia and the UK bolster their defence partnership via operational agreements, security consultancy and further deals for their primary defence firms.
Air Warfare

South Korean KF-21 Boramae fighter achieves aerial refuelling milestone

21st March 2024

The successful completion of the first aerial refuelling trial for South Korea's indigenous KF-21 Boramae fighter prototype has marked a leap forward in its development.
Air Warfare

Italy buys additional 28 Sidewinder short range air missiles

21st March 2024

Italy has requested more Sidewinder Block II+ tactical missiles from the US on top of the approximately 1,000 AIM-9s already delivered.
Naval Warfare

US DIA awards $305 million South Korean intelligence contract to HII

20th March 2024

US shipbuilder will provide analysis to help US Forces Korea (USFK) to detect threats and better understand enemy capabilities.
Air Warfare

Indian Army sets up first Apache attack helicopter squadron

20th March 2024

An additional six AH-64E Apache attack helicopters have been expected to join the Indian Armed Forces in May, bringing the total numbers to 28.
Land Warfare

Israel readies itself for hypersonic missile threat from Houthis

19th March 2024

Reports that the Houthis have access to superfast missiles from Iran has set Israel on a path towards preparing to defend itself with two domestically manufactured air defence systems.
Air Warfare

Germany sets sight on JASSM extended range cruise missiles as potential Taurus successor

19th March 2024

The extended range air-to-surface standoff missiles could reportedly replace Germany's coveted Taurus missiles in the long-term.
Naval Warfare

US Navy to invest more than $32 billion in shipbuilding in FY2025

18th March 2024

The service’s budget proposal for the next fiscal year included the procurement of six battle force ships.
Air Warfare

Drop and dummy test scheduled for Indo-Russian BrahMos missile

15th March 2024

India has been looking to advance its defence capabilities with a more compact and efficient BrahMos missile.
Digital Battlespace

NATO innovation programme doubles in size

15th March 2024

DIANA has been leveraging its accelerator programme and test centre network to bring end users together with start-ups, scientific researchers and technology companies for the development of dual-use technological defence and security solutions.
Air Warfare

UK finalises Chinook heavy-lift helicopter deal following years of delays

15th March 2024

The UK MoD has finalized a deal for 14 new CH-47 Chinook helicopters after affordability concerns, citing cost reductions and critical reforms for smoother US procurement process.
Defence Notes

NATO outlines future challenges as Ukrainian funding from US stalls

15th March 2024

In 2023, defence spending increased by an unprecedented 11% across European NATO countries and Canada. Since 2014, the group has spent an additional US$600 billion on defence.