Defence Notes
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
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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Banding together to beat ballistic missiles (Sponsored)
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Naval Warfare
Brazil signs polar vessel contract
27th June 2022
Construction of the Navio de Apoio Antártico (NApAnt) is scheduled to begin this year.
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Defence Notes
USAF orders follow-on ICBM support
27th June 2022
BAE Systems will carry on in its role as industry prime in the ICBM Integration Support Contract until 2040.
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Defence Notes
Ultra takeover comes under national security scrutiny
27th June 2022
The UK government is still likely to approve the takeover of Ultra by a private equity-owned firm, but its decision to launch a consultation into the deal reflects concerns that UK defence industrial sovereignty may be eroded.
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Naval Warfare
Raytheon to continue development of counter-hypersonic missile design
27th June 2022
A modification to an Other Transaction Agreement deal will see Raytheon finalise system requirements and accelerate development of its Glide Phase Interceptor design.
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Digital Battlespace
Transform the real world complexity into a virtual one (sponsored)
24th June 2022
VELOCITY 5D is a data agnostic solution that can rapidly create rich and immersive 3D environments from a wide range of GIS data.
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Defence Notes
Eurosatory - all the news that's fit to chat about (Podcast)
24th June 2022
The Shephard Media news team report from the floor of Eurosatory, the biennial international defence and security exhibition.
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Defence Notes
US military seeks ways to avoid shortage of microelectronics
24th June 2022
The US Department of Defense has released its ‘Microelectronics Vision’ paper, addressing objectives and guidelines to minimise vulnerabilities and ensure long-term access. However, the DoD faces some obstacles in progressing with its plans.
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Defence Notes
US government designates Northrop Grumman radar as AN/TPY-5(V)1
24th June 2022
Northrop Grumman’s S-band radar system has been approved for use by the US military and international partners.
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Training
UK and Japan to strengthen ties with naval training
23rd June 2022
As the Royal Navy increases its presence in the Pacific and threats grow across the world, Japan and the UK believe closer cooperation is necessary to promote maritime order.
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Naval Warfare
Sweden upgrades its Amphibious Corps’ combat boats
23rd June 2022
MilDef has received a follow-on order for the upgrade of the Swedish Amphibious Corps’ fast attack boats.
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Defence Notes
Ukraine relies on commercial technology to face up to Russian forces
23rd June 2022
Ukraine has been using drones, AI tools and secure communications capabilities as well as relying on remote sensing and satellite imagery to face Russia's 20th century-based capabilities.
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Training
USAF aims to integrate joint ops principles into military education
23rd June 2022
Air University representatives travelled to Hurlburt Field to begin initial discussions on joint all-domain operations principles implementation at all levels of USAF Professional Military Education.
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Defence Notes
US approves AGM-88E2 missile sale to Australia
22nd June 2022
The US State Department has cleared a new AARGM anti-radiation missile sale for Australia.
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Defence Notes
Leonardo DRS and RADA join forces to take on force protection challenges
22nd June 2022
Leonardo DRS and RADA Electronic Industries have entered into an agreement to create a new combined company to deliver force protection solutions.
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Defence Notes
Eurosatory 2022: Eurenco and Aresia sign partnership for French unity
22nd June 2022
Eurenco and Aresia have signed an agreement to increase French airborne bomb production efficiency.
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Air Warfare
Indian Navy faces tough decision over carrier fighters
22nd June 2022
It is a two-horse race for India's next carrier-borne fighter requirement, but will it go French or American?
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Defence Notes
Technical trouble forces UK to delay SPEAR 3 first firing
21st June 2022
Technical issues are preventing the UK from meeting its original timeline to test-fire the MBDA SPEAR 3 weapon set for entry into service on F-35B fighter jets.
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Air Warfare
Pakistan looks to revitalise its transport aircraft fleet
21st June 2022
Pakistan is snapping up retired Belgian Air Force C-130s as it looks to fortify its transport aircraft fleet.
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Land Warfare
Eurosatory 2022: Moog showcases turreted weapons systems
20th June 2022
Moog exhibits their range of turreted weapons systems and new Counter Measure Director system this week at Eurosatory.
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