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Improbable Defence is transforming synthetic environments through Skyral (Sponsored)
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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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Naval Warfare
China launches two new destroyers
6th July 2018
The Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Company in Liaoning Province simultaneously launched two Type 055 destroyers, a new class destined for the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN), …
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Naval Warfare
BAE Systems outlines reasons for Sea 5000 win
6th July 2018
Australia will now begin the task of preparing to build the Global Combat Ship - Australia (GCS-A), with two main reasons given by BAE Systems …
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Land Warfare
Cloudy future for Iron Curtain APS on US Army Strykers
5th July 2018
The fate of Artis' Iron Curtain active protection system (APS) continues to hang in the balance while the US Army decides if it wants to …
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Defence Notes
Boeing widens embrace of Embraer
5th July 2018
Boeing will take control of the commercial business of Brazil's Embraer, the companies announced on 5 July, better positioning the US aerospace giant to compete …
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Naval Warfare
BAE Pacific 24 boat build set to grow
5th July 2018
The Royal Navy (RN) is likely to order more Pacific 24 Mk IV Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIB) from BAE Systems once the initial order for …
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Defence Notes
Germany warns US against trade war
4th July 2018
German Chancellor Angela Merkel warned US President Donald Trump on 4 July against unleashing an all-out trade war after he threatened to impose steep tariffs …
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Naval Warfare
UDT 2018: US Navy 'gutted' by sequestration
4th July 2018
The US Navy has been ‘gutted’ by a sequestration process that has left it unable to properly plan for the future as it tries to …
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Defence Notes
Embraer sees shares soar amid talk of deal with Boeing
4th July 2018
Shares in the Brazil aircraft manufacturer Embraer soared on 4 July on the back of speculation that a deal to create a new company with …
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Defence Notes
Zimbabwe army vows neutrality in election
4th July 2018
Zimbabwe's military vowed on 4 July to stay neutral in upcoming elections, dismissing suggestions it would deploy service personnel to influence national polls scheduled for …
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Defence Notes
Opinion: Carter’s capability challenges
4th July 2018
General Sir Nick Carter has now formally taken on the role of Chief of the Defence Staff for the British Armed Forces. Carter comes to …
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Defence Notes
PLA shows its skills in Hong Kong
4th July 2018
The Hong Kong Garrison of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) opened three of its camps to the public on 30 June and 1 July, allowing …
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Defence Notes
Trudeau to visit Latvia ahead of NATO summit
3rd July 2018
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will fly to Latvia for a two-day visit starting July 9, ahead of the NATO summit in Brussels, his office …
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Defence Notes
Greek coalition partner vows to block Macedonia deal
3rd July 2018
The head of Greece's junior coalition partner on 3 July vowed to block a disputed name deal with neighbouring Macedonia, questioning the government's legitimacy to …
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Special Operations
USSOCOM looks to austere basecamps
3rd July 2018
USSOCOM has announced that it will host a Generation X Austere Basecamp capabilities assessment event (CAE) on 28-29 August 2018, at the SOFWERX facility in Tampa, …
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Land Warfare
Leonardo DRS down-selected for IM-SHORAD programme
3rd July 2018
Leonardo DRS' mission equipment package has been down-selected by the US Army for the Initial Maneuver-Short Range Air Defense (IM-SHORAD) programme, the company announced on …
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Digital Battlespace
China steals US hydrophones
3rd July 2018
An arrest of a Chinese citizen accused of illegally exporting hydrophones to China has set off alarm bells amongst US experts on naval warfare in …
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Special Operations
SOF to enhance NATO air ops support
2nd July 2018
Special operations forces must be better positioned to provide enhanced support to NATO air operations, an official report has disclosed. The NATO Joint Air Power …
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Defence Notes
French arms exports halved in 2017
2nd July 2018
French defence exports fell sharply last year in the absence of major deals to sell new Rafale fighter jets, with Middle Eastern clients again making …
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Defence Notes
Singapore outlines procurements for 2020 and beyond
2nd July 2018
Singapore’s Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) has outlined its equipment requirements to ensure the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) remain lethal beyond 2020-30. Defence Minister Ng Eng …
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