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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.
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.
Air Warfare
L3Harris moves forward with aerial, CUAS and software solutions
L3Harris Technologies is investing in new systems and software for maritime operations and modernising the US Navy’s fleet of MPAs
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Defence Notes
Netherlands requests AIM-9X-2 Sidewinder missiles
19th October 2012
The government of the Netherlands is reportedly seeking to purchase AIM-9X-2 Sidewinder Block II all-up-round missiles from the US government at an estimated cost of …
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Digital Battlespace
Thai Air Force activates TPS-77 long range radar
17th October 2012
Lockheed Martin has announced that the TPS-77 long range radar that it delivered to the Royal Thai Air Force has been activated, making it the …
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Defence Helicopter
French Army Gazelles leave Afghanistan
17th October 2012
French Army Gazelle helicopters have left Afghanistan as part of the drawdown of French combat units in the country. The four helicopters operated as part …
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French Navy re-activates Caiman Marine squadron
8th October 2012
The French Navy has re-activated the 31 Flottille squadron to begin NH90 Caiman Marine operations on the Mediterranean. The unit, which previously operated the Lynx, …
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Defence Notes
French DGA takes delivery of Rafale C137 aircraft
2nd October 2012
Dassault Aviation and Thales have announced that the the French defence procurement agency (DGA) has officially taken delivery of the Rafale C137, the first production …
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Defence Helicopter
Merlin Mk2 puts to sea for the first time
28th September 2012
The Royal Navy's new upgraded Merlin Mk2 anti-submarine warfare helicopter has conducted its first shipborne operations, it has been revealed. Members of the Merlin Capability …
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Defence Helicopter
South Korea requests Apaches and 'Zulu' Cobras
26th September 2012
The Republic of Korea RoK has requested possible Foreign Military Sales (FMS) cases for the AH-64D Apache and the AH-1Z 'Zulu' Cobra as part of …
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Naval Warfare
Boeing receives US Navy P-8A Poseidon order
25th September 2012
Boeing has received a contract from the US Navy for 11 P-8A Poseidon aircraft, which will take the total fleet to 24 and bolster the …
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Defence Helicopter
First updated Cougar delivered back to the French Army
25th September 2012
The first prototype upgraded AS532 Cougar transport helicopter has been delivered back to the French Army Air Corps, it has been revealed. The aircraft was …
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Defence Notes
VDC DS selected for F-35 engineering simulator display system upgrades
21st September 2012
Video Display Corporation has announced that its Simulation and Training Division, VDC Display Systems (VDC DS), has been awarded a contract and received a purchase …
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Land Warfare
AAD 2012: Braddick teams with Truvelo on sniper rifles
21st September 2012
Truvelo Armoury Division has teamed with Braddick Defence Systems to build the new Braddick Sniper Division. Announced at the Africa Aerospace and Defence exhibition on …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
AAD 2012: South African company reveals details of new UAV
21st September 2012
Braddick Defense Systems is currently developing a multi-purpose quadrotor UAV. It is aimed at the South African market, and will be leveraging off the company's …
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Defence Helicopter
US to sell Apaches to Indonesia
21st September 2012
US Secretary of State, Hilary Clinton, has revealed the United States is working on the potential sale of eight Boeing AH-64D Apaches to Indonesia. The …
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Defence Helicopter
First Belgian NH90 takes to the air
21st September 2012
The first NH90 helicopter for the Belgian armed forces has made its maiden flight. The aircraft - a Tactical Transport Helicopter (TTH) variant - flew …
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Military Logistics
Marine Corps ExFOB explores thermal management issues
21st September 2012
As the fifth in the series of semi-annual Experimental Forward Operating Base (ExFOB) investigations, ExFOB 2012-2 was held this week at Camp Pendleton, California. The …
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Defence Notes
AAD 2012: Saab continues commitment to SA
20th September 2012
Saab is investing R&D funding into its South African division, including improving the sensor capability of its Land Electronics Defence System (LEDS) for combat vehicles. …
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Digital Battlespace
Swedish radar used to protect London skies during Olympics
20th September 2012
The Swedish Armed Forces played a key role in the low-level aerial surveillance of the airspace around London during the Olympics, it has been revealed. …
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Defence Helicopter
AAD 2012: Russian Helicopters and Denel sign MRO agreement
20th September 2012
Russian Helicopters and Denel have signed a teaming agreement for the latter to provide MRO services for helicopters purchased by African countries. Signed during the …
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Land Warfare
AAD 2012: DCD Mountain Lion III passes UAE trials
20th September 2012
DCD Protected Mobility has announced that its Mountain Lion III armoured utility vehicle passed the UAE's Summer Trials in July. Speaking to Shephard at the …
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