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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
Singapore to upgrade Super Rapid 76mm guns with Strales system
A total of 28 active surface ships will receive the upgrades to their weaponry to help them combat the growing threat from UAVs.
Defence Notes
Leonardo CEO urges “speed as important as money” as joint ventures progress picks up
The company’s Q1 2025 results showed a 20% increase in new orders and a 15% increase in revenue across the business.
Naval Warfare
Will the US be able to make its shipbuilding industry “great again”?
The White House and Congress have been increasing efforts to support the national maritime industry.
Land Warfare
How Ukraine’s wartime innovators are redefining tactical communication
A Ukrainian company in a race against Russian jammers has been demonstrating how the country’s innovative start-ups have been beating the West at its own game.
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Naval Warfare
Inside France’s frigate factory
13th November 2019
As the finishing touches are put to Alsace – the seventh FREMM frigate being built for the French Navy – manufacturer Naval Group has moved …
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Defence Notes
D&S 2019: Indonesia eyes US and Russian fighters
13th November 2019
The Indonesian Air Force is ogling new Lockheed Martin F-16V Block 72 fighters from the US to boost its aerial capability as part of the …
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Naval Warfare
D&S 2019: Singapore achieves final Independence
13th November 2019
ST Engineering handed over the last of eight Independence-class Littoral Mission Vessels (LMV), one that is christened Fearless, to the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) …
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Defence Notes
D&S 2019: India looks east to strengthen bilateral cooperation
13th November 2019
Bilateral cooperation between India and Thailand received a new fillip when Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks in Bangkok with his Thai counterpart Prayut Chan-o-cha …
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Naval Warfare
D&S 2019: LCS delays throw Malaysian navy plans into turmoil
13th November 2019
Malaysia’s troubled Maharaja Lela-class Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) continues to face further delays, with Defence Minister Mohamad Sabu disclosing in parliament on 29 October that …
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Defence Notes
D&S 2019: Thai defence industry receives shot in the arm
13th November 2019
The Thai armed forces are emphasising greater coordination with government agencies and commercial enterprises to support R&D; for equipment that can be produced domestically and …
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Land Warfare
Raytheon working on Subterranean Surveillance project
13th November 2019
Raytheon is working on a DARPA Subterranean Surveillance project to create new methods for detecting buried explosives using synthetic biology.Under its DARPA contract, Raytheon is …
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Naval Warfare
HMAS Hobart trains with JMSDF
13th November 2019
The Royal Australian Navy’s HMAS Hobart has completed the initial phase of its first operational deployment, engaging with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) as …
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Land Warfare
EDA to take forward CBRN surveillance project
12th November 2019
The European Defence Agency (EDA) will support the development of the PESCO CBRN Surveillance as a Service (CBRN SaaS) project as an agency initiative, the …
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Naval Warfare
RAN landing helicopter docks achieve FOC
12th November 2019
The Royal Australian Navy’s fleet of landing helicopter docks have achieved final operational capability, the Australian Department of Defence announced on 12 November. The two …
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Naval Warfare
RAN's third destroyer completes sea trials
12th November 2019
The Royal Australian Navy’s third Air Warfare Destroyer (AWD), NUSHIP Sydney, has completed sea trials, the Australian Department of Defence announced on 9 November. Final …
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Naval Warfare
Egypt's burgeoning submarine fleet draws attention
11th November 2019
Israel is likely monitoring Egypt’s growing subsurface capabilities as the latter country seeks to expand its submarine fleet, potentially through the procurement of Chinese-made boats, …
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Defence Notes
Kongsberg signs Japan follow-on JSM contract
11th November 2019
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace has signed a follow-on contract with Japan to supply the Joint Strike Missile (JSM) for its fleet of F-35 combat aircraft. …
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Defence Notes
Turkish defence industry eyes opportunity in Ukraine
11th November 2019
Major Turkish defence companies are increasingly looking to position themselves in the Ukrainian market, attempting to promote their products and services countrywide and partnering with …
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Naval Warfare
Fifth Guardian-class patrol boat delivered
11th November 2019
Austal has delivered the fifth Guardian-class patrol boat to the Australian Department of Defence, the company announced on 8 November. The vessel, RSIPV Gizo, has …
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Naval Warfare
Saab sees clear growth path in Finland
8th November 2019
Saab is setting out its stall for its participation in the Finnish Squadron 2020 programme, in which it will play a significant role, as part …
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Digital Battlespace
DSIT wins contract for Portable Acoustic Range system
8th November 2019
Underwater sonar and acoustic specialists DSIT Solutions has won a tender to supply its Portable Acoustic Range (PAR) system to an undisclosed navy, the company …
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Defence Notes
USAF orders SDB rounds for USSOCOM
8th November 2019
Boeing has been awarded a multimillion-dollar contract to provide several hundred Laser Small Diameter Bombs, as well as associated warhead shipping containers, to be used …
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Defence Notes
Asia-Pacific dominates MPA market
8th November 2019
The global market for procurement of new maritime patrol aircraft (MPAs) is forecast to be worth $28 billion between 2019 and 2029 and is dominated …
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