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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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Naval Warfare

USN enlists Gibbs & Cox for DDG(X) design and engineering support

18th February 2022

Gibbs & Cox will aid the emerging DDG(X) programme ‘well as other emerging ship concepts’, the DoD announced on 17 February.
Naval Warfare

Sonardyne releases life-saving mine clearing capability

18th February 2022

Sonardyne has launched a wireless initiation capability for naval mine disposal.
Naval Warfare

RN will have to play catch-up to achieve hypersonic ambitions

18th February 2022

Comments from the head of the RN about hypersonic ambitions came shortly before UK officials met with their French counterparts to progress the joint Future Cruise/Anti-Ship Weapon project.
Air Warfare

Singapore Airshow 2022: Elbit unveils hybrid-propulsion Skylark 3

18th February 2022

The hybrid model is the latest in the Skylark small tactical UAS family and manufacturer Elbit Systems has already received a contract for delivery.
Digital Battlespace

Singapore Airshow 2022: Rafael lines up new RecceLite targeting pod demo

18th February 2022

Rafael will host customers for a live demonstration of its popular RecceLite ISR targeting pod later this year.
Defence Notes

Is it time for the year of the Taiwan Tiger? (Opinion)

18th February 2022

Taiwan is under severe threat from Chinese military action. What are some out-of-the-box measures that Taiwan and friends could take?
Defence Notes

Singapore Airshow 2022: IAI details Barak MX missile capabilities

18th February 2022

IAI expands on multi-layered approach to integrated air defence using Barak MX missile family, hinting at smart launcher function for better target acquisition; downplays reports of Moroccan acquisition.
Defence Notes

Logistics provider to implement savings for UK MoD

17th February 2022

Team Leidos is to produce £272 million in efficiencies under the Logistics Commodities and Services Transformation programme.
Air Warfare

USAF to use satellite simulator for guided weapon tests

17th February 2022

Broadsim Wavefront will be integrated into a test environment for networked, collaborative and autonomous USAF weapon systems.
Naval Warfare

QinetiQ supports Royal Navy electronic warfare contract

17th February 2022

QinetiQ is supporting RN efforts to enhance the EW capabilities of its ships.
Air Warfare

DARPA selects Dynetics for ACE programme

17th February 2022

Dynetics has been selected for the ACE programme, which aims to better inform pilots with group-level situational awareness and coordinated targeting responsibility.
Defence Notes

Qataris and Saudis gain PAC-3 flight test support

17th February 2022

Lockheed Martin is providing flight test support for the PAC-3 interceptor in Qatar and Saudi Arabia.
Air Warfare

Enduring performance: light attack aircraft in close air support (video)

17th February 2022

European air forces are showing an increased interest in Embraer’s A-29 Super Tucano for long-endurance, low-intensity conflicts and training.
Air Warfare

Providing the powerful alternative for close air support (Studio)

17th February 2022

As European militaries look to the future of close air support (CAS) for ground forces, light attack aircraft could prove a low-cost, versatile option, according to industry experts.
Defence Helicopter

Singapore Airshow 2022: European firms join forces on next-gen rotorcraft engine project

17th February 2022

A new working group of European engine manufacturers is assessing which technologies could help NATO to develop a new medium-lift helicopter.
Defence Notes

Ukraine TB2 co-production deal strains Russian-Turkish relations

17th February 2022

The rise in popularity of the TB2 UAV among Russia’s neighbours may be leading the Kremlin to believe a ‘drone circle’ is being drawn around the country.
Defence Notes

Singapore Airshow 2022: Airbus banks on ‘beauty’ of longer-range tanker for KC-Y

17th February 2022

Airbus has high hopes of landing a new tanker contract with the USAF, as it and prime Lockheed Martin bet on their joint LMXT concept to deliver an extended-range capability for the KC-Y programme.
Land Warfare

Singapore Airshow 2022: Rafael welcomes All-in-One into the SPYDER family

17th February 2022

The SPYDER-AIO integrates all the functions of a SPYDER GBAD system onto one platform.
Naval Warfare

Fifth Astute-class submarine undergoes milestone test

16th February 2022

BAE Systems announces the Anson Astute-class submarine has successfully completed a trim dive.