Defence Notes
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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems secured a nearly $2 billion deal for MQ-9B uncrewed aerial systems, while Raytheon’s counter-UAS system was secured for $1 billion.
An amendment to the Brazilian Constitution currently under discussion would permanently assign 2% of annual GDP to the defence budget, potentially cementing modernisation programmes for the country’s armed forces.
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.
Multiple questions involving the largest US Foreign Military Sale in history remain unanswered.
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26th November 2021
The Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency is looking to exploit public and private 5G networks and has conducted trials involving a 5G network aboard a trailer as well as the use of gunshot detection systems and drones.
26th November 2021
The Indian Navy's submarine-building programme has now reached the two-thirds point, with a fourth boat commissioned.
25th November 2021
Saab and Philips will provide innovative flexible and operational deployable hospitals for the Australian military.
25th November 2021
The British Army’s new Ranger Regiment was in the spotlight on 25 November as UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace detailed to Parliament plans to transform the structure of the service.
25th November 2021
Value of heavyweight torpedo deal from NAVSEA exceeds $1 billion with the latest contract modification.
25th November 2021
Sir Mike Wigston spoke at King’s College London on the RAF’s plan to be NetZero by 2040 and the milestones along the way.
25th November 2021
Saab has made significant progress on its leading fighter programme.
25th November 2021
New PESCO initiatives include the EU Military Partnership, a platform to discuss strategies, and establishment of a Main Battle Tank Simulation and Testing Centre.
25th November 2021
The armed forces in South Korea is facing its first annual defence budget cut in 15 years.
24th November 2021
A system-level CDR marks an important step towards the first launch of a persistent satellite capability for missile warning.
24th November 2021
Northrop Grumman has proven JADC2 connectivity capabilities in support of FVL networking.
24th November 2021
Could naturally occurring muons be the answer to the problem of how to navigate accurately in the GPS-denied Arctic?
24th November 2021
Removing two Type 23 frigates from service early and extending the life of three others would enhance RN fleet availability, says Adm Sir Tony Radakin.
24th November 2021
Brazil, Spain and the USN will receive lightweight torpedo components and common part kits.
23rd November 2021
Frazer-Nash is working with Dstl’s Future Ground Combat Vehicle team to develop and test generic architectures for the next generation of UGVs.
23rd November 2021
Acquisition of EMT (pending regulatory approval) expands Rheinmetall’s activities in the UAS sector.
23rd November 2021
The arrival of two ex-USCG boats follows the delivery of another pair of Island-class craft to Ukraine in 2019.
23rd November 2021
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23rd November 2021
Latest long-lead materials contract will support construction of the fourth America-class assault ship.