Defence Notes

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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Training

High-End Defense Training for Multipolar Threats

13th September 2023

From US National Intelligence Council reports to defense and foreign policy commentary, much ink has been spilled in the last five years on changing power dynamics in the world order.
Land Warfare

The power to outpace the threat

12th September 2023

What if the biggest receiver upgrade came with the smallest mission interruption and impact to your budget? BAE Systems is delivering the latest in portable M-Code GPS technology.
Defence Notes

DSEI 2023: Avon Protection unveils new CBRN and military diving concepts

12th September 2023

Avon Protection is introducing new concepts in CBRN (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear) protective equipment and military diving technologies at DSEI 2023.
Defence Notes

DSEI 2023: Will UK defence be 'on pause' until the next general election?

11th September 2023

The 2023 edition of DSEI will be the last to be held during the current UK Parliament. With an election due within 16 months, is this the ‘end of term’ for the current government, and what are the prospects for the MoD and British defence more widely?
Defence Notes

Poland announces multi-million acquisitions to boost air and missile defence capacities

8th September 2023

As part of the second phase of the WISŁA air defence programme, Poland will procure PAC-3 MSE missiles, 48 Patriot launchers and 12 LTAMDS sensors.
Naval Warfare

How serious a threat is North Korea's nuclear-armed navy?

8th September 2023

As well as splurging on ballistic weapons, North Korea has been developing submarines and surface combatants capable of firing nuclear-tipped missiles. Largely based on outdated designs, do they nonetheless pose a serious regional threat?
Defence Notes

The Imperative of Collaborative Innovation in European Defence (Opinion)

7th September 2023

The dynamics of global defence are shifting, and isolated endeavours are increasingly giving way to collaborative innovation, joint ventures, and partnerships. Steve Griessel, CEO of Paramount, argues that as Europe navigates its defence priorities, the pressing question is not what we must create but with whom we must join hands.
Naval Warfare

Poland signs $1.5 billion contract for coastal defence missiles

7th September 2023

Kongsberg has been awarded a contract worth NOK16 billion ($1.49 billion) from the Polish Ministry of National Defence for delivery of four Naval Strike Missile (NSM) Coastal Defence System (CDS) squadrons.
Training

Gaming the System: Project OdySSEy’s Synthetic Training Revolution (Studio)

7th September 2023

In the rapidly evolving, data-driven future environment, BAE Systems is leading the integration of game-changing systems that are revolutionising how military forces train. Project OdySSEy is bringing together simulation, supercomputing, data analytics and augmented reality to revolutionise the future of military training.
Defence Notes

How Brazil will invest over $10 billion in new defence programmes

6th September 2023

A special fund of $10 billion will cover Brazil's acquisition of combat vehicles, aircraft and helicopters, building new warships and submarines and modernisation of legacy systems.
Digital Battlespace

Improving integration for smarter operations

6th September 2023

Military operations can be improved through the digitisation of the intelligence and operational cycles.
Air Warfare

Can Innovative Unmanned Aerial Systems Shape the Future of Tactical Operations?

5th September 2023

We are witnessing a world in which unmanned aerial systems are becoming ever more dominant in the modern battlefield, it's here, that Aeronautics is emerging as a prominent player, with its flagship Orbiter systems which are at the forefront of innovative technology.
Naval Warfare

Indonesia receives two minehunters and makes progresses on two Arrowhead 140 frigates

5th September 2023

Two German-built minehunters have been accepted into the Indonesian navy, while PT PAL is busy building two new frigates for the Indonesian Navy.
Naval Warfare

DSEI 2023: New FN Herstal multi-weapon mount for naval and land platforms to be unveiled

4th September 2023

FN Herstal has released details of its Multi Weapon Mount (MWM) which has been fully MIL-STD certified and is suitable for a range of weapons.
Defence Notes

Is the Pentagon ready to confront biological threats?

4th September 2023

The Pentagon recently released its Biodefense Posture Review and has also requested over $1 billion in its FY2024 budget proposal to fund capabilities and readiness to face chemical and biological threats.
Air Warfare

USAF and Raytheon complete successful AIM-120C-8 missile firing test

4th September 2023

The USAF and Raytheon conducted successful flight test of the AIM-120C-8 missile, the latest variant of AMRAAM, which included downing an aerial target.
Naval Warfare

Indian Navy tries again to procure minehunters, but this time it goes futuristic

4th September 2023

The Indian Navy is looking to the future with MCMVs that integrate a lot of autonomous technology. Meanwhile, other construction projects, such as ASWSWCs and survey vessels, are proceeding.
Naval Warfare

Japan proceeds with modified Mogami-class frigate for maritime self-defence force

31st August 2023

Instead of producing 22 Mogami-class frigates, the Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF) will transition to an improved design around halfway through the programme.
Defence Notes

Indian defence purchases from Russia are in trouble

31st August 2023

Fearing sanctions, India needs to find an alternative mechanism as it continues to buy defence equipment from Russia.