Defence Notes

Broad demand for land and technology equipment boosts defence companies’ financial results

Financial reporting season for the calendar year of 2024 has continued to show substantial growth for defence companies as countries across the world, particularly those in Europe, open the chequebook.

Naval Warfare

Singapore’s navy starts naval patrols with uncrewed vessels

The unmanned patrol vessels have utilised collision-avoidance AI and expertise from Western allies in their design and construction.

Naval Warfare

Learning from Japan: how to transform a fleet at speed

At a recent event in London, lessons were shared based on the experiences of the Japanese Navy and how it has been building a fleet rapidly.

Defence Notes

EU commits to increased defence spending and boosting capability

There has been increased pressure from the second-term Trump administration in the US, as there was in the first term, for increased defence spending from non-US NATO countries, a move which is noted by Europe as already occurring.

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Defence Notes

Norway and the Netherlands partner for Thales’ radar

28th May 2021

Norway and the Netherlands have signed an agreement for five of Thales’ multi-mission radar.
Defence Notes

CZG announces acquisition of Colt

28th May 2021

CZG has announced the closing of its acquisition of Colt.
Air Warfare

Croatia ends indecision over multirole fighter programme

28th May 2021

After years of waiting and one failed attempt, Croatia at last commits to buying replacements for its MiG-21 fleet.
Naval Warfare

US Navy orders REMUS 300 from Huntington Ingalls Industries

28th May 2021

Huntington Ingalls Industries announces US Navy order of new REMUS 300 unmanned underwater vehicles.
Defence Notes

Armed UAVs for naval strike, British Army of the future and small satellite revolution (Podcast)

28th May 2021

Welcome to Episode 21 of the third series of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more.
Defence Notes

Australia reaches for the stars with new space division

28th May 2021

The RAAF will be the lead agency for Australia's new dedicated space division.
Defence Notes

Indian industry fills gaps for small satellites

28th May 2021

Microsatellites and nanosatellites hold a lot of promise for military users, and Indian private business hopes to get involved in their launch.
Defence Notes

Washington cancels Seoul’s missile limits

28th May 2021

South Korea is expected to develop longer-range ballistic missiles after a bilateral accord is cancelled.
Digital Battlespace

Sweden awards funding to Clavister and BAE Systems for vehicle cyber

27th May 2021

Vinnova awards Clavister and BAE Systems funding for R&D of AI and cybersecurity in combat vehicles.
Training

National Guard receives new M109A7 Paladin

27th May 2021

The North Carolina National Guard has received the new M109A7 Paladin self-propelled howitzer.
Naval Warfare

USN needs more Airborne Mine Neutralization Systems

27th May 2021

AMNS neutralises moored mines or mines that have been laid on the seabed.
Defence Notes

Disruptive technology holds the key to multi-domain integration, says STRATCOM chief

27th May 2021

The UK must innovate and develop a ‘competitive edge’ with AI, quantum computing and other emerging technologies if it is to achieve effective multi-domain integration, Gen Sir Patrick Sanders told the RUSI Strategic Command Conference.
Defence Notes

Polish Aegis Ashore requires additional project support

27th May 2021

The latest contract modification for Lockheed Martin suggests Aegis Ashore for Poland will not be completed until 2023.
Defence Helicopter

CH-47F deliveries start for Singapore

27th May 2021

Ten of 16 new Chinooks on order for Singapore will be based in Oakey, Australia, with support provided by Boeing Defence Australia.
Defence Notes

German Air Force awards support contract to Serco

26th May 2021

Serco has been awarded a contract to support the German Air Force Eurofighter programme.
Defence Notes

ST Engineering Antycip and CogSim Technologies announce partnership

26th May 2021

ST Engineering Antycip partners with CogSim Technologies to provide training and simulation platform in Europe.
Air Warfare

Kongsberg orders additional JSM electronic controls

26th May 2021

BAE Systems Australia will provide PRS sensors for the Joint Strike Missile.
Naval Warfare

Italy seeks new research vessels

26th May 2021

The Italian Navy is inviting industry bids for feasibility and design studies in a programme for new hydrographic and oceanographic research vessels.
Defence Notes

Questions hover over Five Eyes (Opinion)

26th May 2021

Is Five Eyes fit for the 21st century, and will it see its 100th birthday as it is currently configured?