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Naval Warfare

Navigating change: How market trends are shaping the future of naval defence (analysis)

As defence markets shift to meet new demands, the naval sector has found itself at the centre of a transformative wave, driven by geopolitical shifts, the need for rapid technological advancement, and a redefined approach to maritime power projection.

Naval Warfare

Taiwan reinvigorates its asymmetrical approach to naval warfare

The threat from China has prompted Taiwan’s naval forces to shift from traditional naval structures to a more balanced strategy blending asymmetric defences with conventional platforms.

Air Warfare

UK, Japan and Italy discuss potential to bring other countries into GCAP programme

At the G20 summit in Brazil, the three countries reaffirmed their commitment to the trilateral Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), with a nod given to potentially widening the participation out to other countries.

Air Warfare

Analysis: UK government goes on decommissioning spree to balance defence budget

UK defence secretary John Healey has announced the cancellation and decommissioning of naval and air force platforms to enable the government to “re-invest money in the armed forces” ahead of the upcoming Strategic Defence Review.

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Defence Notes

IMDEX 2023: MBDA and PGZ partnership includes ‘deep industrial cooperation’ on CAMM-ER

6th May 2023

MBDA has confirmed that work with Poland on land and maritime air defence includes cooperation on the extended-range version of the Common Anti-Air Modular Missile (CAMM), known as CAMM-ER.
Naval Warfare

Exclusive: Royal Navy Second Sea Lord on ships, the defence command paper, and the future Indo-Pacific presence

5th May 2023

The UK Royal Navy’s Second Sea Lord VAdm Martin Connell said it shouldn’t be a surprise that adjustments must be made ahead of a hotly anticipated new Defence Command Paper and praised the progress made by HMS Tamar and Spey in reinforcing the UK’s commitment to the Indo-Pacific.
Naval Warfare

Abeking & Rasmussen prepares to hand over Indonesian minehunters

5th May 2023

Later this month, the German shipbuilder will deliver two minehunters to the Indonesian Navy.
Naval Warfare

IMDEX 2023: Fincantieri seeks to satisfy conditions for Indonesian FREMM frigate deal

5th May 2023

Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri is continuing to work with Indonesia to satisfy the conditions for a FREMM frigate contract to enter into effect.
Digital Battlespace

Elettronica puts the spotlight on EW at IMDEX

4th May 2023

At IMDEX Asia 2023 in Singapore, Italy’s Elettronica spotlighted its new-generation distributed electronic warfare (EW) solutions.
Defence Helicopter

Turkiye's Gokbey helicopter marks first indigenous engined flight

4th May 2023

On April 22, 2023, Turkish Aerospace’s T-625 GOKBEY general-purpose helicopter conducted a test flight with an indigenous TEI-TS1400 engine for the first time.
Air Warfare

How to ensure ultimate fleet availability and performance over the entire lifecycle? (Sponsored)

4th May 2023

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Defence Notes

How the UK is approaching the use of AI in weapon systems

4th May 2023

British lawmakers have been analysing how to safely and reliably deploy AI technology as well as their impact on the nature of armed conflicts.
Naval Warfare

IMDEX 2023: ADSB in talks with Indo-Pacific countries for potential ship deals

4th May 2023

The UAE's Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB) is in talks with regional players, including Malaysia and Indonesia, for potential ship deals.
Naval Warfare

IMDEX 2023: Mogami-class frigate calls on Singapore

4th May 2023

The Japanese Mogami class has made its first overseas appearance at a defence exhibition with JS Kumano at IMDEX 2023.
Naval Warfare

IMDEX 2023: Unique challenges ahead for Singapore's new Navy chief

4th May 2023

The Republic of Singapore Navy's (RSN) new chief, RAdm Sean Wat, is set to put a string of naval ship projects into fruition as the service tackles a unique set of challenges looking ahead.
Naval Warfare

IMDEX 2023: Israel Shipyards courts interest in OPV S-45 and S-80 Corvette

4th May 2023

Earlier this year, Israel Shipyards delivered the first OPV S-45 to Côte d'Ivoire, making port calls along the way where potential customers got a chance to see the ship in person.
Naval Warfare

IMDEX 2023: Indonesia launches new presidential ship Bung Karno

4th May 2023

In April, the Indonesian Navy launched its latest corvette, Bung Karno, with a ceremony at PT Karimun Anugrah Sejati in Batam.
Digital Battlespace

Controp showcases electro-optical and artificial intelligence tech at IMDEX

3rd May 2023

At IMDEX Asia 2023, Controp showcased advanced electro-optical (EO) and artificial intelligence (AI) technology for maritime, coastal surveillance and counter-UAS applications.
Uncrewed Vehicles

IMDEX 2023: Saildrone ‘well equipped’ to support Asia-Pacific needs

3rd May 2023

Saildrone is aggressively scaling to meet global demand for its uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs).
Naval Warfare

IMDEX 2023: Two more Shaldag Mk V interceptors arrive in the Philippines

3rd May 2023

In April, two more Israel Shipyards-built Shaldag Mk V fast attack interdiction craft (FAIC) arrived in the Philippines.
Naval Warfare

IMDEX 2023: Trio of naval programmes bolster Singaporean naval capabilities

3rd May 2023

The Singaporean Navy will be bolstered over the next decade with programmes for three new classes of vessels, including multi-role combat vessels, multi-mission ships and new submarines.
Naval Warfare

IMDEX 2023: Italian PPA makes IMDEX debut

3rd May 2023

At IMDEX Asia 2023 in Singapore, the Italian Navy Pattugliatori Polivalenti d'Altura (PPA) class ship Francesco Morosini made its show debut.
Naval Warfare

Anschütz showcases mine countermeasure system for Indonesian Navy at IMDEX

2nd May 2023

Anschütz is showcasing a mine countermeasure (MCM) suite designed and developed for the Indonesian Navy at IMDEX Asia 2023 in Singapore.