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Naval Warfare

Navigating change: How market trends are shaping the future of naval defence (analysis)

As defence markets shift to meet new demands, the naval sector has found itself at the centre of a transformative wave, driven by geopolitical shifts, the need for rapid technological advancement, and a redefined approach to maritime power projection.

Naval Warfare

Taiwan reinvigorates its asymmetrical approach to naval warfare

The threat from China has prompted Taiwan’s naval forces to shift from traditional naval structures to a more balanced strategy blending asymmetric defences with conventional platforms.

Air Warfare

UK, Japan and Italy discuss potential to bring other countries into GCAP programme

At the G20 summit in Brazil, the three countries reaffirmed their commitment to the trilateral Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), with a nod given to potentially widening the participation out to other countries.

Air Warfare

Analysis: UK government goes on decommissioning spree to balance defence budget

UK defence secretary John Healey has announced the cancellation and decommissioning of naval and air force platforms to enable the government to “re-invest money in the armed forces” ahead of the upcoming Strategic Defence Review.

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Digital Battlespace

BAE nets US Navy networks contract

2nd February 2023

The CANES programme aims to modernise the USN's afloat network capabilities.
Defence Notes

Boeing remains prime on US Minuteman ICBM guidance system

2nd February 2023

Boeing will continue to to maintain readiness and accuracy of the Minuteman nuclear missile's guidance system for the US Air Force.
Naval Warfare

BAE contracts Norwegian shipyard for Type 26 composite work

2nd February 2023

Norway’s Umoe Mandal will build masts and other structures for five more Type 26 frigates.
Naval Warfare

Mothership for autonomous minehunters arrives in the UK

1st February 2023

A new commercial vessel conversion will support operation of the UK's autonomous minehunting capabilities.
Defence Notes

Airbus to define next generation of European military helicopters

31st January 2023

Airbus Helicopters has been selected to coordinate a European R&D programme looking at military rotorcraft operational needs post-2030, and is also leading on a study for a defence collaborative cloud.
Defence Notes

Airbus to define next generation of European military helicopters

31st January 2023

Airbus Helicopters has been selected to coordinate a European R&D programme looking at military rotorcraft operational needs post-2030, and is also leading on a study for a defence collaborative cloud.
Defence Notes

Airbus to define next generation of European military helicopters

31st January 2023

Airbus Helicopters has been selected to coordinate a European R&D programme looking at military rotorcraft operational needs post-2030, and is also leading on a study for a defence collaborative cloud.
Defence Notes

Airbus to define next generation of European military helicopters

31st January 2023

Airbus Helicopters has been selected to coordinate a European R&D programme looking at military rotorcraft operational needs post-2030, and is also leading on a study for a defence collaborative cloud.
Air Warfare

HAWC missile completes flight trials as focus turns to maturing hypersonic technology

31st January 2023

Completion of HAWC flight testing means the US has two viable hypersonic missile designs that can be matured into future programmes of record.
Defence Notes

Airbus enhances Belgian communications with satellite technology

26th January 2023

The Belgian Ministry of Defence has contracted Airbus to provide satellite communications services for 15 years.
Defence Notes

How France’s future budget will prepare its forces for tomorrow’s warfare

26th January 2023

Under the future military programming law 2024-2030 umbrella, France intends to invest in innovation as well as in cyber, maritime, space and UAS capabilities.
Naval Warfare

Type 31 programme moves forward with new steel cutting

25th January 2023

Steel cutting marks the formal beginning of construction of the second Type 31 frigate, HMS Active.
Uncrewed Vehicles

UAVs present a step-change in maritime aviation, QinetiQ says

25th January 2023

QinetiQ is supporting the UK Royal Navy's pursuit of UAV development.
Uncrewed Vehicles

Iveco to take a majority stake in Horiba Mira’s UGV business

24th January 2023

The duo believe combining cutting-edge tech with manufacturing prowess will help secure a leading position in the UGV market.
Naval Warfare

Italy marches on with Qatari ships while Algerian naval deal progresses

24th January 2023

Fincantieri will have delivered new corvettes, OPVs and an LPD to Qatar by 2024.
Defence Notes

European defence projects compete for future PESCO funding

24th January 2023

New efforts evaluated by the EU's PESCO development mechanism will focus on climate change, hybrid threats, cyber, artificial intelligence and space as well as energy and maritime security.
Naval Warfare

Indonesian Navy receives an additional hospital ship

23rd January 2023

Another hospital ship joins the ranks of the Indonesian Navy, while the induction of the sixth and final KCR-60M missile patrol boat approaches.
Defence Notes

Despite sanctions, India's dependence on Russian military equipment likely to persist for decades to come

23rd January 2023

Despite boosting indigenous production and diversifying its sources of military equipment, India is in no position to give up its long-time dependence on Russia.
Uncrewed Vehicles

Exail participates in US Navy’s Digital Horizon exercise

20th January 2023

The three-week Digital Horizon exercise sought to further the USN’s USV and AI ambitions.