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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Naval Warfare

US warship cruises disputed sea in Philippine war games

11th April 2019

A US warship laden with hi-tech fighter planes took centre stage at key war games in the Philippines on 11 April, brandishing military might as …
Digital Battlespace

Russian Land Forces take on Niobiy-SV radars

10th April 2019

The Russian Land Forces have begun the renewal of their long-range early warning radar inventory with the new 1L125 Niobiy-SV 3D mobile system, developed and …
Naval Warfare

Thai navy performs first C-802A test firing

10th April 2019

The Royal Thai Navy (RTN) conducted its first C-802A anti-ship missile test on 5 April, successfully hitting a target 100km away from HTMS Kraburi. This …
Defence Notes

Radar images prove Pakistan F-16 shot down: Indian Air Force

9th April 2019

India's air force presented what it called ‘irrefutable evidence’ on 8 April that it downed a Pakistan fighter jet in February, as the regional foes …
Defence Notes

Opinion: Fate of the Littoral Strike Ship inextricably linked to fortunes of minister

9th April 2019

April Fools’ Day is not traditionally regarded as an auspicious day to make serious announcements to the media. But in keeping with his reputation as …
Naval Warfare

SEA, SIATT sign MoU

8th April 2019

SEA has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with SIATT, a Brazilian-owned specialist in intelligent weapons and integration of high technology systems, the company announced …
Defence Notes

Clashes rage in Libya despite UN truce call

8th April 2019

Fighting raged south of Libya's capital on 7 April despite a UN call for a two-hour ceasefire, as forces of strongman Khalifa Haftar and the …
Defence Notes

Erdogan says Russia missile deal to go ahead after US suspension

8th April 2019

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on 5 April vowed to go ahead with a deal to purchase Russian missiles despite Washington's suspension of Turkey's participation in …
Uncrewed Vehicles

Unmanned Systems Asia 2019: Lockheed targeting Asia with Indago

8th April 2019

Lockheed Martin is targeting further growth in Asia for its Indago 3 UAS, having recently sold two of the systems to the Singapore Ministry of …
Defence Notes

LAAD 2019: News round up from Rio (video)

5th April 2019

Across the land, sea and air domains the Shephard Media news team talk through some of the highlight's of this year's LAAD 2019 exhibition in Rio …
Naval Warfare

Opinion: West feeling the squeeze in choke point contest

5th April 2019

Empires are built on trade and commerce, and for centuries control of key land or maritime trade routes has been integral to securing the long-term …
Defence Notes

Podcast: US Army procurement priorities, Airbus' pitch for the US Navy and the future of the European space business

5th April 2019

Welcome to Episode 11 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.
Naval Warfare

LAAD 2019: Israel Shipyards increases presence in South America

5th April 2019

Present for the first time at LAAD 2019, Israel Shipyards is looking to carve out future opportunities in South America. The company has already delivered …
Land Warfare

Centurion C-RAM will protect Taiwan’s key installations

5th April 2019

The Republic of China Air Force (ROCAF) proposes to order land-based Phalanx close-in weapon systems (CIWS), known as the Centurion C-RAM, to protect key installations …
Defence Notes

SOFINS 2019: Certification continues for A400M special mission capabilities

4th April 2019

Airbus Defence and Space continues to certify a series of mission capabilities for the A400M tactical transport aircraft designed to further enhance the platform’s support …
Special Operations

SOFINS 2019: French Special Operations Command shows off new flight suit

4th April 2019

The French Special Operations Command (COS) has designed its very own next-generation tactical flight suit for air crew members, service officials have disclosed to Shephard. …
Naval Warfare

SeaSpider ATT completes trials in Baltic Sea

4th April 2019

Atlas Elektronik’s SeaSpider anti-torpedo-torpedo (ATT) has successfully completed sea trials in cooperation with the German Bundeswehr technical center for ships and naval weapons, maritime technology …
Naval Warfare

Russia opposes US plan for more NATO ships in Black Sea

4th April 2019

A US proposal to send more NATO ships to the Black Sea to ensure safe passage for Ukrainian vessels and deter Russia is viewed ‘negatively’ …
Defence Notes

Russia beefing up its Su-25SM3 fleet

4th April 2019

The Russian MoD has released a tender with a selected supplier to upgrade Su-25 attack aircraft to the significantly enhanced Su-25SM3 standard for day/night operations, …