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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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Air Warfare

Lockheed Martin to make more JASSM-ER missiles

3rd March 2022

The latest modification from the DoD brings the cumulative value of the JASSM-ER contract to more than $540 million.
Air Warfare

How can strong industrial partnerships help to enhance fleet readiness? (Studio)

3rd March 2022

To adapt to an unpredictable future, military aircraft operators must partner closely with industry, accessing the resources and flexibility they need in a rapidly evolving operational environment.
Air Warfare

Ukraine gains combat-ready TB2 reinforcements

3rd March 2022

A new batch of combat-ready Bayraktar TB2s has arrived in Ukraine for use against invading Russian forces, the Ukrainian MoD announced on 2 March.
Air Warfare

Romanian air defence weakened by groundings after Lancer and Puma crashes

3rd March 2022

Almost 60% of the Romanian fixed-wing combat aircraft fleet is grounded pending an investigation into the fatal crash of a MiG-21 Lancer on 2 March.
Air Warfare

Podcast: Critical Care episode 3 - Finding the value in military-industry partnerships

3rd March 2022

Welcome to Episode 3 of Shephard Studio’s Critical Care podcast, the story of military aircraft sustainment and support in an unpredictable world.
Defence Helicopter

Brazil surprises with early Sabre retirement plan

3rd March 2022

The Brazilian Air Force did not specify why it is withdrawing its 12 Mi-35M attack helicopters from service, but several factors seem to have played a part.
Air Warfare

Ghostrider gunships receive upgraded EW countermeasure

3rd March 2022

ALQ-251 RFCM systems aboard AC-130J Ghostrider aircraft are designed to protect against EW systems and radar-guided weapons in contested environments.
Defence Notes

US postpones Minuteman III test launch in bid to ease nuclear tension

3rd March 2022

The US decision to delay a test launch of the Minuteman III land-based strategic nuclear missile was taken to de-escalate tensions with Russia, after Vladimir Putin ordered a special alert of nuclear forces last week.
Defence Notes

Russia hesitates as Ukraine grits its teeth (Opinion)

3rd March 2022

Although Russia should win the war in Ukraine with firepower alone, the latter still has a number of factors in its favour.
Naval Warfare

HII completes first planned incremental availability for USS Gerald R. Ford

3rd March 2022

USS Gerald R. Ford will embark on its first deployment in late 2022.
Defence Notes

Putin’s war in Ukraine has far-reaching implications for Asian militaries

3rd March 2022

There is potential for future Asian imports of Russian equipment to be hammered hard, and for increasing difficulties in maintaining current equipment, after Putin's ill-advised invasion of Ukraine.
Naval Warfare

Singapore’s Formidables to undergo midlife upgrade

3rd March 2022

With the oldest ship now 15 years old, Singapore's frigates are due for an extensive upgrade to be conducted by ST Engineering.
Defence Notes

Singapore to stand up fourth armed service for digital domain

3rd March 2022

Amidst ambitious equipment plans for its SAF 2040 vision, Singapore's military will set up a new armed service this year to serve in the digital realm.
Air Warfare

Italy approves C-130J Hercules support contract

2nd March 2022

The contract between the Italian Air Force, Avio Aero, Leonardo and Lockheed Martin for C-130J support has been approved.
Naval Warfare

Ukraine-UK naval projects still on despite Russian invasion

2nd March 2022

The Ukrainian Parliament ratified an agreement for naval projects in late January.
Defence Notes

US military aid to Ukraine reaches $1 billion

2nd March 2022

President Joe Biden has allocated an emergency $350 million in military aid for Ukraine against the ongoing Russian invasion, as a supplement to the more than $650 million in defensive assistance that the US provided to Ukraine in 2021.
Defence Notes

Czech Republic receives first Israeli mobile 3D air defence radar

2nd March 2022

The first of eight ELM-2084 MMR mobile 3D air defence radars, ordered in December 2019 by the Czech Republic under a government-to-government deal with Israel, …
Defence Notes

Europe scraps plan to supply Ukraine with additional fighter jets

2nd March 2022

Contrary to earlier reports, Ukraine will not be receiving additional fighter jets as it looks to stop a Russian invasion that shows no signs of relenting.
Defence Notes

Russian invasion of Ukraine puts a rocket under German defence spending

1st March 2022

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has prompted a sea-change in Germany’s approach to defence spending.