Defence Notes

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.

Land Warfare

Viettel acts as dominant force in Vietnam’s military modernisation

Vietnam defence manufacturer Viettel, traditionally known for radar and communications equipment, has been moving into new areas including kinetic weapons and loitering munitions.

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Defence Notes

BAE Systems eyes artillery, radar and ship opportunities in Asia

30th May 2019

BAE Systems’ new Asia managing director, Natasha Pheiffer, is looking to deepen partnerships and provide Asian countries with indigenous capabilities in a region with multitudinous …
Digital Battlespace

Thailand to upgrade T-50TH trainers

29th May 2019

The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) is upgrading its T-50TH Golden Eagle trainer jet fleet. Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) won a contract to upgrade 12 …
Digital Battlespace

Spanish Army's soldier modernisation efforts advance

29th May 2019

The Spanish Foot-Soldier System (SISCAP) soldier modernisation effort will shortly enter its test readiness review (TRR) phase, Shephard has learned. It passed its critical design review (CDR) …
Naval Warfare

Report to assess hurricane’s impact on US Coast Guard’s Offshore Patrol Cutter

29th May 2019

The US Coast Guard is awaiting a report from Eastern Shipbuilding Group, the prime contractor for the Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC), on how a major …
Defence Notes

Angola takes delivery of 12 Su-30K fighters

29th May 2019

The Belorussian 558 ARP company has completed the deliveries of all 12 refurbished and upgraded Sukhoi Su-30K heavyweight multi-role fighters ordered by Angola. This was revealed …
Naval Warfare

HMAS Arunta II undergoes stability testing

29th May 2019

Royal Australian Navy (RAN) Anzac-class frigate, HMAS Arunta II, has undergone stability testing at the Henderson Shipyard in Western Australia following its Anzac Midlife Capability …
Defence Notes

UTair Helicopters Services grows its fleet

28th May 2019

One of Russia's helicopter operators, UTair Helicopters Services has embarked on a new drive to expand its fleet and is planning to take delivery of more than …
Special Operations

SOFIC 2019: US Naval SOF prepare for PDW “combat evaluation”

28th May 2019

US Naval special operations elements are preparing to conduct “combat evaluation” on a small number of Personal Defense Weapon (PDW) kits from SIG Sauer. Those …
Naval Warfare

Greece to upgrade its Hydra-class frigates

28th May 2019

This story and all our pay-walled content can be accessed by new users with a free trial of our Premium News service. Click Here The upgrade of …
Naval Warfare

HII cuts steel for Columbia-class submarine programme

28th May 2019

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) has cut first steel for the US Navy’s new Columbia-class submarine programme, the company announced on 23 May. The steel cutting …
Naval Warfare

Taiwan invests in new corvette and minelayer classes

28th May 2019

Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen attended a steel-cutting ceremony for a new corvette class at Lung Teh Shipbuilding near the Suao Naval Base on 24 May. …
Naval Warfare

First Philippine frigate launched

28th May 2019

The Philippine Navy’s (PN) most modern warship, the future BRP Jose Rizal, was launched in Ulsan by Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) before a high-ranking PN …
Naval Warfare

Israeli Navy INS Magen corvette officially named

27th May 2019

The Israeli Navy’s first Sa'ar 6 corvette, INS Magen, has been officially named in Kiel, Germany, Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems announced on 23 May. Thyssenkrupp Marine …
Naval Warfare

USS Ronald Reagan begins underway operation in Indo-Pacific

24th May 2019

US Navy aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan, along with supporting Commander Task Force 70 units, began underway operations in the Indo-Pacific on 20 May. Ronald …
Special Operations

SOFIC 2019: L3 unveils new goggle design

24th May 2019

L3 Integrated Land Systems has received permission from a undisclosed customer to unveil its next-generation panoramic night vision goggle at this week’s Special Operations Forces …
Defence Notes

Podcast: Riding in the Lynx KF41 infantry fighting vehicle, and the US Navy’s response to the cyber threat

24th May 2019

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Naval Warfare

Belgium Naval and Robotics receives minehunter contract

24th May 2019

The Belgium Naval and Robotics consortium has received a contract to supply 12 mine-hunting vessels to the Belgian and Dutch navies, ECA Group announced on …
Digital Battlespace

NATO urges closer industry ties in cyber warfare fight

23rd May 2019

NATO is urging for closer engagement between militaries and industry in a bid to combat the increasing number and sophistication of cyber attacks from both …
Naval Warfare

China rebukes US over warship sail-by in Taiwan Strait

23rd May 2019

China said on 23 May that it had lodged a protest with Washington after two US warships sailed through the Taiwan Strait amid rising tensions …