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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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Military Logistics
Boeing awarded USAF F-15 radar contract
31st August 2012
Boeing has announced that it received a Performance-Based Logistics (PBL) contract for continued support of US Air Force (USAF) F-15 mechanically scanned and Active Electronically …
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Naval Warfare
MTU, Navantia establish training centre
31st August 2012
MTU has announced that it has opened a common training centre with the Spanish shipbuilder Navantia in Cartagena, Spain. MTU, a subsidiary of the German …
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Defence Helicopter
First NH90 arrives in Afghanistan
24th August 2012
The first NH90 to be deployed to Afghanistan has arrived in theatre. The Italian Army aircraft was flown into Herat in the west of Afghanistan …
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Defence Helicopter
Marine Corps fly last CH-53D Sea Stallion sortie
23rd August 2012
The United States Marine Corps (USMC) has flown its last CH-53D Sea Stallion sorties in Afghanistan, marking the end of its Marine Corps service. The …
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Naval Warfare
BAE Systems issued US Navy VLS contract
22nd August 2012
BAE Systems has announced that it has been awarded a contract modification by the US Navy to produce canisters for Mk 41 and Mk 57 …
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Naval Warfare
JSOW C-1 integrated testing begins
22nd August 2012
Raytheon has announced that along with the US Navy, it has begun integrated testing (IT) of the company’s Joint Standoff Weapon (JSOW) C-1. The company …
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Defence Helicopter
V-22 lands on USS Harry S Truman for carrier qualifications
21st August 2012
Naval Air Systems Command has announced that a V-22 Osprey from Marine Tiltrotor Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron (VMX) has landed for the first time …
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Naval Warfare
BAE Systems awarded MK45 gun system contract
17th August 2012
BAE Systems has announced that it has been awarded a contract by the US Navy to overhaul and upgrade two Mk 45 naval guns bringing …
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Naval Warfare
Cassidian wins Finnish OPV radar contract
10th August 2012
Cassidian has announced that it will equip the new Offshore Patrol Vessel of the Finnish Border Guard with its TRS-3D naval radar under a contract …
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Defence Helicopter
Algeria orders more Super Lynx helicopters from AgustaWestland
3rd August 2012
The Algerian Ministry of Defence has made a follow-up order for six Super Lynx Mk300 helicopters for the Algerian Navy, it has emerged. Details of the …
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Naval Warfare
Lockheed Martin-Raytheon team demonstrates SEWIP offering
2nd August 2012
A Lockheed Martin and Raytheon team demonstrated its potential electronic attack solution for the US Navy’s Surface Electronic Warfare Improvement Program (SEWIP) during the multinational …
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Defence Helicopter
Helibras delivers first VIP EC725 to the Brazilian Air Force
1st August 2012
Helibras has delivered the first of two VIP-configured EC725 to the Brazilian Air Force under the H-XBR programme. The aircraft was handed over to the …
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Defence Helicopter
CTS800 engine for the T129 is certified by the FAA
31st July 2012
The CTS800 engine chosen for the Turkish light attack helicopter, the T129, has been certified by the FAA. The attack helicopter, which is being developed …
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Defence Helicopter
FBHeliservices to provide helicopter flight training to Albanian MoD
31st July 2012
FBHeliservices has won a two-year contract to provide helicopter flight training to the Albanian Ministry of Defence, it has emerged. FBH's instructors will provide multi-engine …
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Digital Battlespace
Lockheed Martin and ARINC submit D-RAPCON bid
31st July 2012
An industry team consisting of Lockheed Martin and Aeronautical Radio Incorporated (ARINC) has submitted its proposal for a new, transportable air traffic control (ATC) radar …
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Naval Warfare
USMC sets up first F-35 maintenance FTD
31st July 2012
The USMC is standing up their first-ever field training detachment (FTD) with the 372nd Training Squadron (TRS) Detachment 19 at Eglin, part of the 982nd …
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Defence Notes
Rolls-Royce and Snecma initiate joint engine studies
30th July 2012
Rolls-Royce and Snecma have signed a contract with the UK Ministry of Defence to undertake studies into the next generation of UK and French combat …
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Military Logistics
UK privatises Trident missile support
30th July 2012
The UK MoD has privatised the support of its Trident missiles with the signing of a 15-year contract with the ABL Allianceconsortium. The deal announced on …
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Defence Helicopter
China dismisses US government accusations of use of technologies in Z-10 attack helicopter
27th July 2012
The Defence Ministry of the People’s Republic of China has refuted the claims made in a recent US court case that it used American technology …
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Ireland steps up European defence co-operation in the face of Russian activity
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L3Harris moves forward with aerial, CUAS and software solutions
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New Zealand boosts defence spend to US$6.6 billion and vows increased closeness with Australia
