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Czech Republic set to order RBS 70 NG systems as CAESAR howitzers begin production
The Czech Government is to approve the purchase of a fleet of vehicle mounted integrated air defence systems as the country invests to overhaul its equipment. Spending includes two dozen F-35As, CAESAR howitzers and refurbished Leopard tanks.
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Latvian ASCOD IFVs to enter service next year as country’s land programmes surge
Latvia is buying Austrian Spanish Cooperative Development (ASCOD) infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs). The country is investing widely including in the purchase of High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS), Patria 6×6 vehicles, TRML-4D air defence radars and air defence systems and UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters.
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The diverse use cases of Artificial Intelligence (AI) have been turning it into a critical tool for Special Operations Forces (SOF).
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Israel brings down drones using a laser, claiming operational first
The announced successful deployment of a prototype laser foreshadows Rafael Advanced Defense Systems’ plans to begin rolling out versions of its Iron Beam laser, beginning later this year.
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Land Warfare
BAE offers Colombia artillery
25th September 2015
Colombia has a requirement for 25 artillery pieces, but it is unclear what kind of system they want. BAE Systems told Shephard: ‘It is our …
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Land Warfare
BAE body armour for US
25th September 2015
BAE Systems has been awarded a $45 million contract modification by the US Army for the low-rate initial production of lightweight torso and side body …
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Digital Battlespace
BEL gets new EM facilities
25th September 2015
The Indian Air Force has inaugurated the Electro-Magnetic Interference (EMI)–Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) test facility and Near Field Test Range (NFTR) at Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), …
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Digital Battlespace
Northrop awarded ARL-E radar contract
25th September 2015
The US Army has awarded an indefinite delivery indefinite/quantity contract to Northrop Grumman for the development of the Airborne Reconnaissance Low-Enhanced (ARL-E) Long-Range Radar (LLR), …
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Land Warfare
Australia receives RTVs
25th September 2015
The Australian Defence Force (ADF) has taken delivery of new Rough Terrain Vehicles (RTVs) that will improve the off-road mobility of its commando forces. A …
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Land Warfare
ACV1.1 contenders line up
24th September 2015
The four contenders for the USMC’s Amphibious Combat Vehicle 1.1 programme are readying for a tough competition. At the Modern Day Marine exhibition, one contender, …
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Military Logistics
ADF tests amphib capability
24th September 2015
The Australian Defence Force’s (ADF’s) new Amphibious Ready Element (ARE) is undergoing training ahead of the country’s upcoming cyclone season to prepare and certify the …
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Digital Battlespace
Alion supports USN ISR
24th September 2015
The US Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) has awarded a contract to Alion Science and Technology to support intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) technologies, the …
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Digital Battlespace
Curtiss-Wright launches displays
24th September 2015
Curtiss-Wright has introduced a new family of mission critical rugged displays developed for the ground vehicle market, designed to provide optimal performance in harsh military …
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Land Warfare
Venezuela boosts air defence
24th September 2015
The first batch of a new surface-to-air missile (SAM) has been delivered from Russia to Venezuela. Russian media has confirmed that the Buk-M2E system fitted …
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Defence Notes
DSEI 2015: UKTI showcases industry (video)
24th September 2015
Representatives from UK Trade and Investment Defence and Security Organisation (UKTI DSO) used the DSEI exhibition to showcase various technologies on offer from UK industry.
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Digital Battlespace
CACI to continue NAWCAD support
23rd September 2015
The US Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) has awarded a $63.5 million bridge contract to CACI International to continue its support for NAWCAD’s …
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Land Warfare
Cubic books US I-MILES IWS orders
23rd September 2015
The US military has awarded approximately $20 million in orders to Cubic Global Defense for its Instrumentable-Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System Individual Weapon Systems (I-MILES …
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Digital Battlespace
Russian EW systems for export
23rd September 2015
Two Russian electronic warfare (EW) systems are due to secure their first export orders within months. Igor Nasenkov, deputy director general of KRET, a defence …
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Land Warfare
Saab wins Ajax camouflage contract
23rd September 2015
Saab will supply Mobile Camouflage Systems (MCS) for the UK’s Ajax armoured vehicle under a contract received from General Dynamics UK. The contract will see …
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Land Warfare
DRS awarded night vision contract
22nd September 2015
DRS Technologies has been awarded an indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract for the US Army’s Enhanced Night Vision Goggle III and Family of Weapon …
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Digital Battlespace
Thales launches SquadNet soldier radio
22nd September 2015
Thales has expanded its communications portfolio with the launch of SquadNet soldier radio, a new system designed to provide secure communications in a compact and …
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Land Warfare
Russia supports Uralvagonzavod
22nd September 2015
The Russian government is providing financial support to state-owned tank manufacturer Uralvagonzavod. Loss-making business activities have resulted in the company developing a debt load of …
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Land Warfare
Support for ADF B-vehicle fleet inching closer
22nd September 2015
The Australian Department of Defence has referred a $175.50 million, LAND 121 Stage 2 Unit Sustainment Facilities Project to the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public …
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