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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.
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.
Air Warfare
Boeing CEO notes “confidence” in defence arm despite 20% Q4 revenue loss
Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg indicated ongoing improvements were being made in its defence programmes going forwards, despite being affected in Q4 by cost pressures, higher manufacturing costs and the impact of the IAM strike.
Air Warfare
Updated US Air Force doctrine emphasises the need for multi-domain capabilities
Modifications in the US Air Force (USAF) doctrine aim to prepare the service for tomorrow’s warfare.
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Defence Notes
UK pushes back on Chinese E-7 spy fears
19th January 2021
Links between China and repurposed Boeing 737 aircraft are not thought to represent a national security threat for the UK, despite a national newspaper suggesting otherwise.
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Defence Notes
Kim Jong-un reigns supreme as king of parades
19th January 2021
Submarine-launched ballistic missiles and short-range ballistic missiles debuted in North Korea's latest military extravaganza in the heart of Pyongyang.
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Special Operations
Mystery FMS customer to receive Shallow Water Combat Submersibles
18th January 2021
Advanced underwater vehicle for SOF will be manufactured for first export customer.
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Naval Warfare
Latest GAO report on Columbia class focuses on supplier base
18th January 2021
Report by the US GAO details delays to supplier outsourcing plan in the Columbia submarine programme, with a potentially far-reaching impact on the build schedule.
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Defence Helicopter
Lebanon completes restoration of another AB 212
18th January 2021
Five AB 212s are being refurbished under a five-year programme announced in early 2020.
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Naval Warfare
Netherlands sets out schedule for naval point defence after Goalkeeper
18th January 2021
Combination of RAM and DART is envisaged to replace existing close-in weapon system for Dutch naval vessels after 2025.
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Military Logistics
F-35 sustainment continues at RAF Marham
18th January 2021
BAE Systems acts as industry lead for Lightning Team UK.
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Digital Battlespace
R&S secure comms equip Brazilian E-99Ms
18th January 2021
Brazilian AEW&C aircraft are being modernised with secure software-defined radios.
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Naval Warfare
Romanian coastal defence missile plan seeks parliamentary assent
15th January 2021
Romanian defence ministry aims to acquire at least four Naval Strike Missile launchers and associated equipment from the US via the FMS programme.
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Defence Notes
PODCAST: US presidential transition, countering cyber risks and Surface Navy Symposium
15th January 2021
Welcome to Episode 2 of the third series of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more.
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Naval Warfare
Belgians and Dutch rename future ASW frigate programme
15th January 2021
The Belgian and Dutch navies will each receive two Anti-Submarine Warfare Frigates, which will enter service by 2030.
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Defence Notes
IBCS programme passes Milestone C
15th January 2021
Major air and missile defence capability for the US Army to move into LRIP.
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Uncrewed Vehicles
Indian Navy surveys the market for USVs
15th January 2021
A trio of USVs for surveying shallow waters is required by the Indian Navy.
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Defence Notes
Taiwan is piggy in the middle amidst Sino-US competition
15th January 2021
A strategic 'Great Game' is going on between China and the US, with Taiwan unfortunately stuck in the middle and under pressure.
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Naval Warfare
First Flight III Arleigh Burke destroyer 44% complete as USN eyes future DDG(X) requirements
14th January 2021
As the USN begins to firm up its specifications for the DDG(X) platform, the final variant of the venerable Arleigh Burke guided missile destroyers marks the beginning of the end for one of the service’s most successful platforms.
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Uncrewed Vehicles
Asian navy orders Seagulls
14th January 2021
Unnamed customer orders Israeli-built USVs.
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Air Warfare
India confirms Tejas procurement
14th January 2021
Indian Air Force to receive 73 Mk 1A fighters and ten trainer aircraft.
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Naval Warfare
French Navy enters new territory with propeller technology
14th January 2021
Andromède becomes first naval vessel to be equipped with 3D-printed propeller
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Uncrewed Vehicles
Egypt seeks more advanced UAV capabilities
14th January 2021
Egypt is believed to be interested in the Falco Xplorer ISR platform, in keeping with a strong defence business relationship between Italy and the North African country.
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