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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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Farnborough 2018: RBS15 Mk 4 in the works for Gripen requirement
18th July 2018
Saab is developing the RBS15 Mk 4, the air-launch progression of the surface-to-surface Mk 3, for use with the Gripen E and other fixed-wing aircraft, …
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Farnborough 2018: Acorn growth in the UK
18th July 2018
Farnborough has been dominated by the mantra of a global Britain as the indecisive political narrative tries to project open partnerships. Winners in this scenario …
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Defence Notes
What does layered missile defence really mean? (video)
18th July 2018
Studio spoke to Wes Kremer, President, Integrated Defense Systems at Raytheon, about the latest technology developments in the company's sensors, radar and missile defence areas, as …
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Defence Notes
Team Shadow unveiled at Farnborough Airshow (video)
18th July 2018
At Farnborough International Airshow 2018, Raytheon unveiled Team Shadow, a partnership between the company, the UK Ministry of Defence and Textron Aviation. Studio spoke with …
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Naval Warfare
BAE sets sights on Orkan-class modernisation
18th July 2018
BAE Systems plans to play a role in the upcoming modernisation programme of three Polish Navy's Orkan-class fast attack craft (FAC). The company unveiled its …
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Defence Notes
Trump plans to repaint Air Force One red, white and blue
17th July 2018
Air Force One's iconic blue-and-white color scheme may be on the way out.US President Donald Trump has announced plans to repaint the next model of …
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Defence Notes
Air strikes kill seven civilians in southern Syria
17th July 2018
Air strikes on 17 July killed seven civilians in a sensitive southwestern province of Syria bordering the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, the Syrian Observatory for Human …
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Special Operations
Fuerzas Comando begins for Latin American SOF
17th July 2018
The Latin American special operations community has come together to conduct the 2018 iteration of the annual Fuerzas Comandocompetition in Panama.Due to run from 16-26 …
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Defence Notes
Farnborough 2018: First RAF P-8A Poseidon delivery confirmed
17th July 2018
The RAF’s first of nine Boeing P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft will be delivered to the service in November 2019, with its second aircraft following …
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Raytheon's unmanned systems swarming in
17th July 2018
Raytheon has continued development of its low cost UAS, the Coyote, by adding new swarming and counter-UAS technologies to the platform. Studio spoke with Dr …
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Raytheon highlights F-35 fire power
17th July 2018
The F-35 is the latest generation of aircraft entering service with air forces across the globe. Studio spoke with Dr. Taylor W. Lawrence, President, Missile …
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Defence Helicopter
Five dead in South Korea military helicopter crash
17th July 2018
Five people were killed and one injured when a South Korean military helicopter crashed on 17 July, at a marine base in the country's southeast, …
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Defence Notes
US wants Turkey to buy Patriot missiles
17th July 2018
The US is trying to persuade NATO partner Turkey to purchase the Patriot surface-to-air missile system, a US official said 16 July, instead of rival …
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Farnborough 2018: Eurofighter to be testbed for Tempest
17th July 2018
As the UK eyes the development of a new fighter jet through the Team Tempest programme, the Eurofighter Typhoon is expected to be a testbed …
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Digital Battlespace
Raytheon focuses on today's cyber threats
17th July 2018
Cyber continues to be a big talking point for the defence and aerospace industry, and Raytheon continues to provide solutions for cyber security requirements. Studio …
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Naval Warfare
Naval Group remains focused on Central Europe
17th July 2018
French naval shipbuilder Naval Group continues to pursue export opportunities, eyeing Central Europe as one of the most promising markets. Naval Group gives a lot …
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Defence Helicopter
Taiwan's Apache fleet goes into service amid China tensions
17th July 2018
Taiwan on 17 July put into service its fleet of US-made Apache attack helicopters, upgrading its defences against a growing military threat from China. The …
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Defence Notes
Farnborough 2018: Rolls-Royce unveils hybrid flying taxi
17th July 2018
Rolls-Royce has revealed its plans to develop a hybrid electric vehicle, dubbed the ‘flying taxi’, which takes off and lands vertically and could be airborne …
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Training
Farnborough 2018: Industry awaits USAF decision on T-X trainer
16th July 2018
Industry is waiting with bated breath for the US Air Force to pick its new Advanced Pilot Trainer (T-X) aircraft. Speaking with Shephard at Farnborough on …
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