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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.
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Companies post mostly rosy results but warn of potential dark clouds
First quarter 2025 results have been dropping for companies in the past week but many of the US results come with a health warning in their forward-looking aspects about the potential impact of actions by the Trump administration.
Naval Warfare
Interview: DSTA collaborates with Leonardo, Thales and Safran for naval C-UAS
In an exclusive interview with Shephard, DSTA chief Ng Chad-son outlines how the agency is reshaping defence tech development through deeper collaboration with industry partners, from AI-enhanced radar to smart naval munitions.
Defence Notes
Spain unveils new multi-billion euro defence investment plan
The new plan outlined how Spain would reach 2% of its GDP spend on defence by 2025, with €1.9 billion earmarked for new equipment acquisition with several land, naval and air platforms disclosed to be replaced or upgraded.
Naval Warfare
How the Force Design 2028 will impact US Coast Guard acquisitions
The FD 2028 strategy intends to reduce the bureaucracy in procurement processes while speeding up the field of assets.
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Banding together to beat ballistic missiles (Sponsored)
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Defence Notes
Sweden outlines spending plan to 2025
16th October 2020
A ‘deteriorating security situation’ is prompting Stockholm to invest heavily in new and expanded capabilities
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Digital Battlespace
AESA radar upgrade begins for ANG F-16s
16th October 2020
AN/APG-83 is a programme of record for the USAF as well as the ANG
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Training
Bangladesh takes receipt of Chinese-built trainer jets
16th October 2020
Seven K-8W trainer jets, built by the Hongdu Aviation Industry Corporation (HAIC) in China, touched down in Bangladesh on 15 October. Photos released by the …
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Naval Warfare
NSWC sets up fifth energetics PPP
15th October 2020
The USN is forging public-private partnerships with industry to develop new energetic materials for weapon systems
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Defence Notes
Jury out on Qatari F-35 deal but UK links strengthen
15th October 2020
A reported request to the US government from Qatar for F-35 aircraft has caused pushback from regional actors but the UK has consolidated military ties with Doha.
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Air Warfare
Tempest technologies make headway, industry team claims
15th October 2020
Highlights include an advanced radar, next-generation combustion system and wearable cockpit technologies
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Defence Helicopter
Spanish Air Force receives its first NH90 TTH
15th October 2020
Fleet of 12 helicopters is intended to boost Spanish Air Force SAR and CSAR capabilities
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Naval Warfare
USN picks contractor to support Trident re-entry body components
15th October 2020
Peraton has been awarded a $102 million follow-on engineering services contract from the USN Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) office. The company will assist in acquisition, …
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Training
New Russian naval training centre opens
15th October 2020
The centre focuses on providing training for aircrew flying fighter, ground-attack and ASW aircraft from Russian Navy carriers or other warships
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Air Warfare
Third P-8A Poseidon lands at Lossiemouth
15th October 2020
One-third of the RAF Poseidon fleet is now in place
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Defence Notes
UK armed forces fret as review looms closer
14th October 2020
Have difficult decisions on intractable problems been delayed too long, as the clock ticks down to publication of the integrated review of UK defence and security capabilities?
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Naval Warfare
Saudis launch first locally built HSI32
14th October 2020
GAMI announces indigenous production milestone for Saudi defence industry
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Naval Warfare
Vessel transfers epitomise South Korean search for bigger role in South America
14th October 2020
A noticeable trend in recent years is for South Korea to transfer or donate naval vessels to South American countries
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Air Warfare
StormBreaker is ready for action
14th October 2020
USAF Air Combat Command gives green light for F-15E Strike Eagles to carry the weapon
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Defence Helicopter
Four FMS customers to receive AH-64E spare parts
14th October 2020
Apache Guardian spare parts kits are destined for India, Morocco, Netherlands, and United Arab Emirates
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Defence Notes
North Korean parade shows massive investment in military weapons
14th October 2020
North Korea’s military held a spectacular night-time parade on 10 October to mark the 75th anniversary of the Workers’ Party of Korea. Amidst a dazzling …
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Digital Battlespace
Podcast: Five Eyes Connectivity - The United States
14th October 2020
In this episode of the Five Eyes Connectivity podcast, we dive into the connectivity issues facing the US military and its further development of the Multi-Domain Operations concept.
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Defence Notes
3D photonic crystals could unlock wider potential of lasers
13th October 2020
Crystals reduce energy leaks from unwanted optical transitions, say US Army researchers
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Defence Notes
L3Harris WESCAM in the spotlight as Canada freezes arms exports to Turkey
13th October 2020
Equipment export suspension closes off one of the Canadian defence industry's most lucrative markets
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