Defence Notes - Page 19

Naval Warfare

Navigating change: How market trends are shaping the future of naval defence (analysis)

As defence markets shift to meet new demands, the naval sector has found itself at the centre of a transformative wave, driven by geopolitical shifts, the need for rapid technological advancement, and a redefined approach to maritime power projection.

Naval Warfare

Taiwan reinvigorates its asymmetrical approach to naval warfare

The threat from China has prompted Taiwan’s naval forces to shift from traditional naval structures to a more balanced strategy blending asymmetric defences with conventional platforms.

Air Warfare

UK, Japan and Italy discuss potential to bring other countries into GCAP programme

At the G20 summit in Brazil, the three countries reaffirmed their commitment to the trilateral Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), with a nod given to potentially widening the participation out to other countries.

Air Warfare

Analysis: UK government goes on decommissioning spree to balance defence budget

UK defence secretary John Healey has announced the cancellation and decommissioning of naval and air force platforms to enable the government to “re-invest money in the armed forces” ahead of the upcoming Strategic Defence Review.

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Digital Battlespace

Solving key multidomain challenges for major alliances

12th December 2023

Undertaking complex multidomain operations within a multinational alliance comes with challenges. Here are some ways to address them.
Training

An inter-connected and cyber-resilient enterprise system

12th December 2023

Modernizing training with fair-fight commonality at the highest fidelity for enhanced mission rehearsal.
Digital Battlespace

BAE Systems receives funding as part of US drive to boost chip manufacture

11th December 2023

The US Government has been pushing to improve semiconductor and micro-chip manufacture within its borders – a key policy of the Biden government – and the funding will boost BAE Systems’ capabilities in the field.
Air Warfare

Lockheed rolls out first Belgian F-35 but software hitch delays homecoming

11th December 2023

Lockheed Martin has unveiled Belgium’s inaugural F-35, however, Technology Refresher 3 (TR-3) software setbacks have kept the fighter in the US which has impacted deployment and training plans.
Defence Notes

A full year of continuing resolutions would be ‘devastating’ for defence plans, warns US senator

8th December 2023

The chair of the Senate Committee on Appropriations alerted that a full year of continuing resolutions would force the Pentagon to freeze 330 new programmes including the B-21 stealth bomber, C3BM developments and shipbuilding projects.
Air Warfare

Taiwan completes F-16 upgrade programme as delivery timeline of new jets remains in doubt

7th December 2023

The Taiwanese air force has completed its six-year-long F-16 upgrade programme as the country awaits delivery of 66 new F-16V Block 70 fighter jets.
Defence Notes

UK watchdog reveals $22 billion hole in military equipment plan

4th December 2023

The UK National Audit Office (NAO) has delivered a scathing evaluation of the MoD's Equipment Plan for 2023–33, revealing a nearly £17 billion 'blackhole' in the budget.
Defence Notes

India’s Defence Acquisition Council green lights $26.8 billion in spending

4th December 2023

India’s Defence Acquisition Council has unveiled a list of equipment needs and has stipulated that 98% of the contract value must be spent domestically. It added that 50% of the indigenous content should be in the form of material, components and software made in India.
Defence Notes

AUKUS countries look to Pillar 2 as Pillar 1 progresses

4th December 2023

Australia, UK and US to collaborate on maritime autonomy, AI, cyber, hypersonics, quantum and undersea warfare, as Australian officers graduate from US Nuclear Power School.
Air Warfare

UK P-8 Poseidons to get Sting Ray Mod 1 torpedoes

1st December 2023

The UK MoD has confirmed the selection of the BAE Systems Sting Ray Mod 1 torpedo as the future torpedo capability for its P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft (MPA) fleet, alongside the US Navy's Mk54 weapon.
Defence Notes

I/ITSEC 2023: How wide is the gap between the US and China’s capabilities?

29th November 2023

While Washington sees Beijing as its most comprehensive and serious challenger, the Jinping administration has been taking the lead in R&D within certain domains.
Naval Warfare

Future of the South African Navy looks bleak despite new ships entering service

29th November 2023

The commissioning of SAS King Shaka Zulu, a Multi-Mission Inshore Patrol Vessel, into the South African Navy masks serious problems for the service as fleet availability falls dangerously low and capability atrophies.
Training

I/ITSEC 2023: Collins Aerospace introduces Arcus TM training image generator

28th November 2023

Collins latest solution has combined the company’s rendering and processing tools with gaming technology for aircrew training.
Training

I/ITSEC 2023: US Navy considers purchase of Vrgineers carbon fibre MR headset for V-22 pilots

28th November 2023

The new Vrgineers carbon fibre XTAL 3 CAVU mixed-reality headset will attempt to address calculation bottlenecks via high-performance graphical chip and AI ahead of launch in 2024.
Training

Advancing Defense Readiness: The Strategic Edge of Simulation Training

28th November 2023

Enhancing capabilities through simulation training fosters effective advancement and equips forces for evolving environments.
Defence Notes

I/ITSEC 2023: FY 2024 budget should not be approved this year, claim US lawmakers

28th November 2023

US congressmen also expect reductions in the Pentagon’s defence proposal for the next fiscal year.
Defence Notes

I/ITSEC 2023: Vrgineers launches new mixed-reality headset

23rd November 2023

Mixed reality technology is gaining momentum in the simulation industry – especially in pilot training environment – and has been expected to surpass the usage of standard projection-based simulators.
Defence Notes

Ireland commits to major equipment procurement schedules

23rd November 2023

The Irish Defence Forces has a range of challenges to overcome including discontent in sections of the forces, a need for cultural change, pay rates and equipment shortfalls. An implementation plan released 21 November has, however, provided projected timelines for change and procurement.
Naval Warfare

Thales Australia wins $1.3 billion navy maintenance contract

22nd November 2023

A contract to provide maintenance and support for Australia’s naval fleet in Sydney will create more than 900 jobs and boost Australia's sovereign naval shipbuilding industrial capability.