Defence Notes
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.
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.
Skyral enables government and industry to develop and adapt synthetic solutions more quickly, efficiently and reliably.
The combined, proven capabilities of Raytheon Missiles & Defense radars safeguard security.
19th October 2021
Ten companies receive contracts to provide spare parts for Finnish fleet of Hawk trainers.
19th October 2021
General Dynamics has received a contract modification from the US DoD to perform additional work for the USN’s Virginia-class submarines.
19th October 2021
The future of networked UK defence communications will be developed by Improbable.
19th October 2021
Ares and Meteksan are preparing to introduce the Ulaq uncrewed surface vessel to NATO countries at an event in November-December 2021.
19th October 2021
Retirement of the nine remaining C-160 aircraft is happening more quickly than the French Air and Space Force wanted.
19th October 2021
HMS Diamond was due to participate in celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of the Five Power Defence Agreements (FPDA) in Singapore — until 'technical issues' intervened.
19th October 2021
UVision and MAG Aerospace will provide operational and training solutions for HERO Loitering Munitions.
18th October 2021
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the long-running FPDA, but is it still relevant?
18th October 2021
Lockheed Martin has been awarded a contract modification for the continued development of ARTS V-2, which is intended to train US pilots.
18th October 2021
New Indian company to focus on servicing and overhaul of naval, air force and army equipment.
18th October 2021
US sends second of three consignments of military equipment to Ukraine.
18th October 2021
As part of its surface fleet renewal programme, Germany foresees new air defence ships in the 2030s with capabilities to defeat emerging threats.
18th October 2021
Klas Government and Sierra Nevada have announced the launch of their new Link 16 communications system.
18th October 2021
Boeing believes new accreditation will open doors for future opportunities in Europe.
18th October 2021
Singapore's military is exploring the use of robots as well as more innovative use of digital and AI technologies.
15th October 2021
As the ramifications of AUKUS begin to become clearer, Australia must grapple with various practical, technological and economic factors if it is to achieve its ambitions.
15th October 2021
The future USS Santa Barbara is the service’s 16 Independence-variant LCS and the 32nd vessel of the two-design class.
15th October 2021
SEA has delivered a new submarine communication systems trainer to the Royal Navy Submarine School at HMS Raleigh.
15th October 2021
Lockheed Martin has received a contract for five more Sentinel A4 radars, the improved AN/MPQ-64A3 Sentinel A3 modification.