Defence Notes

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.

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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Military Logistics

Boeing looks to make up for lost time on KC-46

3rd December 2020

Boeing has made steady delivery and test progress on the KC-46A Pegasus programme, as it suggests past technical issues of the aircraft are no longer in play.
Military Logistics

Mali places repeat order for C295

2nd December 2020

Second aircraft will operate alongside a C295W that entered service with the Malian Air Force in December 2016
Air Warfare

MK82-EP wins orders in France and Germany

2nd December 2020

Enhanced version of 500lb general purpose bomb will be used by Eurofighter, Mirage, Rafale and Tornado aircraft
Defence Notes

Greece plays procurement catch-up with Turkey

2nd December 2020

Tensions with Turkey over maritime sovereignty and the exploitation of lucrative gas reserves in the Mediterranean are directly affecting procurement decisions in Athens
Naval Warfare

FFX Batch III frigates to use MT30 engine

2nd December 2020

The Rolls-Royce engine also powers Daegu-class FFX Batch II ASW frigates
Training

Military Training magazine: fast jet training, Thursday War and more

2nd December 2020

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Defence Notes

Australia pursues hypersonic, AI and radar technologies

2nd December 2020

Australia sees advanced new technologies as essential to keep pace with regional military developments.
Air Warfare

Japan chooses JSM once again

1st December 2020

Latest contract follows two deals in 2019
Naval Warfare

‘Extraordinarily expensive’ outcome for USN as USS Bonhomme Richard to be decommissioned

1st December 2020

The USN has declared a second major naval platform loss due to fire damage in less than a decade, after the decision was taken to decommission the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard
Defence Notes

As rhetoric continues, are NATO-EU defence differences too great to be resolved?

1st December 2020

With the EU looking to move ever-closer towards the creation of its own de facto military alliance, the role of NATO in European security has been consistently questioned amid internal disputes and a shift in balance of power in light of Brexit.
Uncrewed Vehicles

Spain receives another pair of Reapers

1st December 2020

Spain is the first international customer to acquire the MQ-9A Block 5
Defence Notes

South Korean missiles forge ahead

1st December 2020

A new South Korean missile capable of destroying artillery positions situated in hardened structures is just one of several projects Seoul has in development.
Air Warfare

Brazilian Air Force receives first E-99M

30th November 2020

Five aircraft are being converted for AEW&C missions
Naval Warfare

COVID impact delays delivery of Chilean icebreaker until 2024

30th November 2020

Vessel to be delivered 12 months later than originally intended
Training

Seeing further and better than the enemy (sponsored video)

30th November 2020

Sensor vision is one of the most important advantages on today’s battlefield
Military Logistics

Raytheon to assist USAF aircraft engine improvements

30th November 2020

Component Improvement Program is the only source of critical sustaining engineering support for in-service engines
Uncrewed Vehicles

New UAVs appear around Southeast Asia

27th November 2020

The Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam are all introducing new UAVs, including both imported and indigenous designs.
Naval Warfare

UK to receive first of three MMCM systems in 2022

27th November 2020

This month marks the 10th anniversary of the Lancaster House treaties on defence, security and nuclear cooperation between the UK and France.
Naval Warfare

Interest confirmed in former Royal Navy minesweeper HMS Atherstone

27th November 2020

Tied up in an unseen corner of Portsmouth Naval Base, the former UK RN mine countermeasure vessel HMS Atherstone is nearing its end, stripped for parts and machinery to maintain the diminishing Hunt class fleet.