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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.
Air Warfare
Lockheed secures more than $12 billion in contracts for F-35 production and TR-3 upgrades
The contracts include a $678.4-million contract for F-35 modification kits, along with an earlier December 2024 contract worth $11.7 billion for the production and delivery of 145 F-35 Lot 18 aircraft.
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China nixes US warship port visit, recalls admiral from US
26th September 2018
China has pulled the plug on a US warship's scheduled visit to Hong Kong, and scrapped plans for a top admiral to meet with his …
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Military Logistics
MDM 2018: WHS looks to expand military presence
26th September 2018
Manufacturer World Housing Solution is utilising the Modern Day Marine 2018 venue to enhance military service awareness of its ability to deliver unique and effective …
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Naval Warfare
ADAS 2018: HHI cuts steel on second Philippine frigate
26th September 2018
Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) hosted a ceremony on 17 September to mark the cutting of steel for the second of two frigates for the Philippine …
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Training
Singapore commissions LMV Simulator Centre
26th September 2018
The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) inaugurated a new Littoral Mission Vessel (LMV) simulation centre on 26 September at the same time as commissioning its …
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Defence Notes
ADAS 2018 Daily News - Day One
26th September 2018
The official ADAS 2018 Daily News – Day One is now available to read online. View the digital edition here and PDF version here.
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Defence Notes
US-South Korea military readiness hurt by drill pause
25th September 2018
The suspension of US-South Korean drills in summer 2018 hurt the readiness of the two militaries, the nominee to head US and UN forces in …
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Military Logistics
US seeks aircraft for Rwanda CASEVAC
25th September 2018
The US Department of the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is seeking industry input regarding the …
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Defence Notes
France fears damage after Hollande fans controversy over India arms deal
25th September 2018
The French government said on 23 September that it feared damage to its relations with India after former President Francois Hollande stirred controversy about a …
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Defence Notes
US approves possible sale of military parts to Taiwan
25th September 2018
The US State Department is ready to sell a batch of military parts to Taiwan, officials said on 24 September, the same day President Donald …
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Defence Notes
Russia boosts Syrian air defence after plane shot down
24th September 2018
Moscow on Monday announced new security measures to protect its military in Syria, including supplying the Syrian army with a new S-300 air defence system …
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Special Operations
Rangers highlight free fall requirement
24th September 2018
The US Army’s 75th Ranger Regiment has outlined the requirement for a Military Free-Fall (MFF) program manager at Fort Benning, Georgia. The requirement was highlighted in …
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Defence Helicopter
Busy times ahead for Indian Navy test squadron
24th September 2018
The Naval Flight Test Squadron (NFTS) of the Indian Navy (IN) celebrated its first anniversary with a seminar on 20 September, and the Goa-based squadron …
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Digital Battlespace
US intelligence is in bed with Taiwan space agency
24th September 2018
Growing evidence, including documents acquired by Shephard, indicate that the US intelligence community and the Pentagon have had a direct relationship with Taiwan’s National Space …
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Defence Notes
AAD 2018: SAMI ambitious for South African ventures
22nd September 2018
Saudi Arabia is seeking to mirror its investment in the South African defence industry to provide indigenous manufacturing and design capabilities in the near future, …
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Defence Notes
US sanctions Chinese military unit for buying Russian jets, missiles
21st September 2018
The US expanded its sanctions war against Russia to China on 20 September, announcing punitive measures against a Chinese military organisation for buying Russian fighter …
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Naval Warfare
CASG acknowledges Hunter-class build challenges
21st September 2018
As the Royal Australian Navy looks ahead to acquiring Hunter-class frigates, RADM Anthony Dalton, General Manager of Ships at Australia’s Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group …
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Military Logistics
US Navy teaches partners small boat repair skills
20th September 2018
US Navy personnel are teaching partner nations the critical logistics skills necessary to repair and maintain small boat fleets to support special operations and other …
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Defence Notes
US Army Secretary admits Poland may not be ready for 'Fort Trump'
20th September 2018
Poland might not yet be ready for a permanent US military base, the head of the US Army said on 19 September, the day after …
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AAD 2018: UK seeks to reboot South African partnership
20th September 2018
One of the key mantras on the ground at AAD 2018 in South Africa is ‘potential’– this is a sentiment being explored by the UK …
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