Defence Notes

UK MoD “getting a grip” of budgets as three UK air programmes slip into the red

The E-7 Wedgetail, Future Combat Air System and the Protector programmes were highlighted as items of concern from a recently published UK Infrastructure and Projects Authority report.

Trump enters the White House promising into bring the US military to a “golden age”

The returning US president also reiterated a commitment to supply the services with “made-in-America” capabilities and to end conflicts worldwide.

Incoming Irish government backs plans for larger defence force

It has been more than six weeks since the Irish general election. After long negotiations, a coalition of two of the three largest parties and independents has resulted in a Programme for Government (PfG) which will form the basis of a government almost guaranteed to be formed on 22 January.

Uncrewed Vehicles

Shaping the future of defence: What 2025 holds for the global drone market

The UAV market is experiencing unprecedented growth, with innovations in technology and battlefield applications driving demand across military sectors. From the battlefields of Ukraine to NATO exercises and beyond, drones are transforming how wars are fought and supported.

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Digital Battlespace

GPS OCX completes development phase

2nd October 2019

Raytheon has announced that its GPS Next-Generation Operational Control System (GPS OCX) has completed full software and hardware development and entered into the system integration …
Naval Warfare

INS Nilgiri stealth frigate launched

2nd October 2019

India has launched the new INS Nilgiri stealth frigate for its navy from the Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders facility in Mumbai. INS Nilgiri is the first …
Naval Warfare

Taiwan upgrades old submarine ahead of new-build project

2nd October 2019

The Republic of China Navy (ROCN) showed its submarine ROCS Hai Shih to media at a Keelung naval base in late September after a significant …
Naval Warfare

Raytheon to deliver Aegis fire control systems

1st October 2019

Raytheon has been awarded a $124 million contract modification for the production of MK99 fire control equipment and the execution of modernisation work for the …
Defence Notes

BAE concludes Typhoon deliveries to RAF

1st October 2019

BAE Systems has delivered the last Eurofighter Typhoon on contract for the Royal Air Force, ahead of transitioning to assembly of the aircraft for the …
Defence Notes

Chinese missiles dominate world’s largest military parade

1st October 2019

On 1 October China put on its largest ever parade through Tiananmen Square in celebration of the 70th anniversary of the founding of the modern-day …
Naval Warfare

Vigor contracted to modernise USN Ticonderoga-class cruisers

1st October 2019

Vigor has been awarded a $254.6 million contract to modernise the US Navy’s USS Chosin and USS Cape St George Ticonderoga-class cruisers. Work will include …
Defence Notes

A-Darter missile issued type certificate

1st October 2019

A type certificate for the South African/Brazilian A-Darter infrared short-range air-to-air missile has been granted, marking the completion of development of the system. The certification …
Military Logistics

Kongsberg subcontracts Marvin for F-35 work

1st October 2019

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace has signed a NOK162 million ($17.82 million) contract with Marvin Engineering for the supply of air-to-air pylons for the F-35 Joint …
Naval Warfare

Naval Strike Missile integrated on LCS

30th September 2019

General Dynamics Mission Systems has integrated a new over-the-horizon missile capability onto the Independence-variant Littoral Combat Ship (LCS), the company announced on 26 September. The …
Naval Warfare

Carrier Strike Group forms for the first time

30th September 2019

The UK's HMS Queen Elizabeth Carrier Strike Group has formed for the first time on the Westlant 19 deployment, the Royal Navy announced on 26 …
Naval Warfare

Indian Navy commissions INS Khanderi

30th September 2019

The Indian Navy has commissioned INS Khanderi into service, Naval Group announced on 28 September. Built by Indian shipyard Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) under …
Naval Warfare

Metal toughness has deep-diving Riptide UUV in its element

27th September 2019

BAE Systems has developed two new prototypes of its Riptide UUV using aluminium and titanium that allow the system to dive to far greater depths, …
Defence Notes

IAI reaches F-35 aircraft wing milestone

27th September 2019

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has delivered the 100th F-35 wing to Lockheed Martin at a ceremony held at the company’s wing assembly line on 26 …
Naval Warfare

Kongsberg Gruppen introduces Vanguard

27th September 2019

Kongsberg Gruppen has introduced a new naval ship design called Vanguard, designed to meet modern threats across a range of roles.The vessel has been developed …
Naval Warfare

DSIT develops new towed array sonar

27th September 2019

DSIT announced on 26 September that it will launch its SwordFish Towed Array Sonar (TAS) system at Pacific 2019 in Australia. According to the company, …
Defence Notes

Podcast: Chinese LHDs, Australia’s first Boxer enters the ring and talking innovation with QinetiQ

27th September 2019

Welcome to Episode 36 of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more. Sign up to an early email alert of future podcasts here.
Digital Battlespace

Podcast: Five Eyes Connectivity - Cyber

26th September 2019

Welcome to Shephard Studio’s special series on Five Eyes Connectivity, sponsored by our partner Viasat. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more. In the Five Eyes Connectivity podcast …
Defence Notes

After long wait, India anticipates new fighters

26th September 2019

The Indian Air Force (IAF) will commission its first four Rafael fighters in Dassault’s Bordeaux-Mérignac facility on 8 October, an event to be attended by …