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Improbable Defence is transforming synthetic environments through Skyral (Sponsored)
Skyral enables government and industry to develop and adapt synthetic solutions more quickly, efficiently and reliably.
Naval Warfare
HALO programme decommissioned by US Navy in favour of LRASM upgrades
The programme was due to be at full operational capability in the US Navy by 2031, but has been pulled over cost and timeline concerns.
Air Warfare
Why is the US far behind Russia and China in the space warfare domain?
While Beijing and Moscow have been working on anti-satellite weapons at an accelerated speed, Washington still does not have capabilities to defeat them, with one US legislator describing the situation as “the Cuban Missile Crisis in space”.
Naval Warfare
Naval modernisation accelerates amid geopolitical tension and tech evolution
The global naval market is undergoing a notable transformation, with growth driven by both escalating geopolitical tensions and the emergence of innovative technologies. Across NATO, but particularly in Europe, navies are accelerating modernisation efforts, spurred by renewed threats and persistent capability gaps.
Naval Warfare
Ireland steps up European defence co-operation in the face of Russian activity
Ireland is militarily neutral but has joined a European Union (EU) rapid reaction force and a European information sharing group.
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Naval Warfare
New Zealand selects Sea Ceptor for ANZAC frigates
27th May 2014
The New Zealand government has officially confirmed the selection of the MBDA Sea Ceptor for the Royal New Zealand Navy’s ANZAC Frigate Systems Upgrade (FSU) …
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Defence Notes
Russia establishes precision weapons cluster
23rd May 2014
The Russian government plans to invest up to 10 billion rubles ($300 million) in the establishment of a cluster for the production of precision weapons. …
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Defence Notes
Special operations commanders outline key challenges
22nd May 2014
US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) theatre commanders have shed light on the developing requirements in training, concepts of operations and equipment in their area of …
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Digital Battlespace
SOFIC: Industry responds to USSOCOM C4ISR wish-list
21st May 2014
USSOCOM’s latest stated ambitions regarding future C4ISR technology has been well received by industry, although concessions will have to be made as equipment is fielded, …
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Military Logistics
SOFIC: USSOCOM prioritises logistical issues for future ops
21st May 2014
The logistics chain is the ‘biggest challenge’ facing USSOCOM, director of the organisation’s Special Operations Research, Development and Acquisition Center James Geurts has claimed. Addressing …
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Defence Notes
ITEC 2014: New orders signal recovery for Saab T&S
21st May 2014
Whilst Saab Training and Simulation admitted that it had a hard time last year, so far in 2014 it has secured an intake of orders …
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Defence Notes
ILA 2014: Airbus targets defence export markets
21st May 2014
Airbus Defence and Space is seeking to capitalise on a burgeoning export market, with international demand for advanced aircraft continuing to grow. Speaking at a …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
SOFIC: McRaven sheds light on UAS strategy and Afghanistan future
20th May 2014
USSOCOM Commander Adm Bill McRaven has listed his aspirations for unmanned support of his organisation, while future commitment to Afghanistan continues to be considered, the …
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Land Warfare
SOFIC: Team TALOS prepares for USSOCOM demo
20th May 2014
US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) chief Adm Bill McRaven will review the first working demonstration of the Tactical Assault Light Operator Suit (TALOS) on 19 …
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Naval Warfare
New Irish OPV commissioned
19th May 2014
The first of two Irish offshore patrol vessels (OPVs) being built by Babcock for the Irish Naval Service was officially named and commissioned on 17 …
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Digital Battlespace
Pentagon ringfences space advancements
19th May 2014
The Pentagon’s commitment to satellite and space research – in the midst of an overall decrease in science and technology funding – shows the strategic …
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Digital Battlespace
Rockwell Collins position for changing op environment
17th May 2014
Changing operational environments will force the adoption of new technology and tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs) as units seek to reduce reliance on satellite communications …
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Defence Notes
Lockheed Martin advances laser weaponry
16th May 2014
Critical defence systems could soon incorporate higher power laser weaponry, according to Lockheed Martin’s vice president of advanced programmes Doug Graham. ‘Fibre laser technology has …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
AUVSI 2014: US Army outlines future UAS plans
14th May 2014
The US Army used the AUVSI Unmanned Systems event to brief attendees on some of the current challenges and future demands for its inventory of …
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Defence Notes
UK MoD's equipment finances criticised
14th May 2014
The UK MoD is still failing to effectively manage its finances, according to a damning report published on 13 May by the UK Public Accounts …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
AUVSI 2014: Service leaders outline unmanned aspirations
14th May 2014
Tri-service leaders from the US Department of Defense (DoD) have described the future of unmanned systems in light of budget restrictions and an evolving operational …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
AUVSI 2014: Freewave launches WavePoint family
13th May 2014
Freewave Technologies has used the AUVSI Unmanned Systems event in Orlando to introduce the WavePoint family of solutions offering high-speed connectivity for government and defence …
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Naval Warfare
Russia plans to invest billions in Black Sea Fleet
13th May 2014
The Russian government plans to invest up to 86.7 billion roubles ($2.8 billion) by 2020 in the development of the national Black Sea Fleet, it …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
AUVSI 2014: Manned flight critical to RPA pilots, USAF finds
13th May 2014
A comparative study from the USAF’s 11th Reconnaissance Squadron suggests that manned flight experience is invaluable for remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) pilots. ‘PPL [Private Pilot …
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Why is the US far behind Russia and China in the space warfare domain?
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Raytheon, Nammo and Northrop Grumman join forces to produce MK72 solid rocket motors
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Intelligence advantage: How real-time GEOINT is reshaping military decision-making (Studio)
