Defence Notes

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

New Zealand boosts defence spend to US$6.6 billion and vows increased closeness with Australia

This budget will be spent over the next four years and nearly doubles the country’s defence spending as part of GDP to 2%.

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Defence Helicopter

ILA 2010: Afghanistan proving need for CH-53K

9th June 2010

The work being carried out by the fleets of CH-53Ds and CH-53Es in Afghanistan is 'validating' the need for their replacement, according to a US …
Defence Helicopter

ILA 2010: Dutch crews pleased with NH90 capabilities

9th June 2010

The Netherlands Defence Helicopter Command has been impressed with the capabilities of the NH90 NATO Frigate Helicopter (NFH), according to crews spoken to by Rotorhub.com. …
Defence Helicopter

ILA 2010: Sikorsky to offer Cyclone for German Air Force, Navy requirements

8th June 2010

Sikorsky is to offer its H-92 derivative, the Cyclone, to meet the needs of the German Air Force and the German Navy.The company is hoping …
Defence Helicopter

ILA 2010: CH-53GA makes its debut

8th June 2010

Eurocopter's upgraded CH-53GA transport helicopter made its public debut at the ILA Airshow on 8 June. The aircraft on display is the second prototype, which …
Defence Helicopter

EW 2010: How do you solve a problem like a laser?

13th May 2010

Later this week, the laser celebrates its 50th anniversary. But while the laser has changed many of our lives for good, it's causing headaches for …
Land Warfare

SOFEX 2010: Pakistan General describes counter-insurgency difficulties

12th May 2010

The commander of Pakistan's special forces has described the difficulties in conducting counter-insurgency operations along the border with Afghanistan, the Middle-East Special Operations Commanders Conference …
Defence Helicopter

Super Frelon bows out

29th April 2010

The last French Navy Super Frelons are being withdrawn from active service tomorrow. The last four aircraft serving with 32 Flotille at Lanvéoc-Poulmic will bow …
Naval Warfare

Herley awarded a contract for $3.4 million by the US Navy for AN/ARA-63 Tactical Instrument Landing Systems for F/A-18E/F/G and E-2D aircraft

23rd April 2010

Herley Industries, Inc. announced today that it has received an option award of approximately $3.4 million to supply Tactical Instrument Landing Systems ("TILS") for both …
Defence Helicopter

Mi-35s handed over to Brazilian Air Force

19th April 2010

The Russian news agency TASS has reported the handover of the first Mi-35Ms to the Brazilian Air Force, the Força Aérea Brasileira. Three of the …
Naval Warfare

Navy awards General Dynamics $10m for sub maintenance and modernization work

15th April 2010

The US Navy has awarded General Dynamics Electric Boat a $10.2 million contract modification to perform maintenance and modernization work on the USS Miami (SSN-755), …
Digital Battlespace

Nine year £50m in-service support contract award for MASS

13th April 2010

Mass Consultants Ltd (MASS), a Cohort plc company, has been awarded a nine year in-service support contract valued at over £50m by the UK Ministry …
Digital Battlespace

Power Technology expands offering of military lasers with ITAR registration

12th April 2010

Power Technology, Inc. (PTI), a premier laser manufacturer and leader in the Photonics Industry for over 40 years, announced today it is now International Traffic …
Defence Helicopter

FIDAE 2010: Boeing pitches consortium for Chinook operations in Latin America

5th April 2010

Boeing is floating the idea of an international consortium to operate Chinooks in Latin America. Joe McAndrew, VP of International Business Development for Europe, Israel …
Digital Battlespace

Lockheed Martin conducts successful PAC-3 MSE intercept flight test

1st April 2010

Lockheed Martin's enhanced version of the combat-proven PAC-3 Missile , the PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE ), successfully intercepted a threat representative tactical ballistic missile …
Digital Battlespace

Bye bye Nimrod MR2

31st March 2010

The Royal Air Force's (RAF's) fleet of Nimrod MR2 maritime patrol aircraft have carried out their last operational flights today. The sorties marked the end …
Defence Helicopter

Indian LCH flies

31st March 2010

India's first indigenous attack helicopter has taken to the air for the first time. The first prototype (TD-1) of the Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) took to the …
Defence Notes

MBDA and UK MoD agree long term partnering arrangement for supply and support of Complex Weapons

29th March 2010

MBDA is pleased to announce it has agreed a long term partnering arrangement with the UK MOD for the development and supply of new Complex …
Defence Helicopter

FIDAE 2010: New LEAP for light attack helicopters

24th March 2010

Elbit Systems and ATK are working on a joint programme to provide a lightweight low-cost armament package for light helicopters. The system, called the Light …
Military Logistics

FIDAE 2010: Lockheed Martin hopeful of C-130J sale to Chile

24th March 2010

Lockheed Martin says it is hopeful of a C-130J sale to the Chilean Air Force. Lockheed Martin director of international business development in the Americas, …