Land Warfare

US services test wearable tech to improve soldier’s performance

Developed by the USC Institute for Creative Technologies, the Lightning Platform is an app to assess warfighters’ physiology, metabolism and mental and cognitive status.

Land Warfare

Romania opens the chequebook and reorganises as it watches Russian aggression

Romania is retiring old systems, some Soviet, and replacing them with western equipment from countries such as Sweden and Turkey and boosting existing modern fleets.

Naval Warfare

UK and US marines train to guard nuclear deterrent submarines

The Autumn round of Tartan Eagle training just concluded in Scotland.

Land Warfare

CV90 delivery to Slovakia imminent

Slovakia is undergoing a radical refresh of its equipment, like many central and eastern European countries, and the arrival of new vehicles will form a substantial part of this.

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Czech Republic and Slovakia announce cooperation to procure CV90 vehicles

29th August 2022

The CV90 partnership is intended to increase mutual cooperation and combat capabilities.
Land Warfare

Paramount Group, Thailand’s DTI and Jatunapas announce partnership

29th August 2022

A South African and Thai grouping have announced a partnership aiming to produce a locally assembled Mbombe 4 vehicle.
Land Warfare

Hanwha Defense signs K9 SPH contract with Poland

29th August 2022

Poland has signed an initial contract for large numbers of K9 SPHs from South Korean conglomerate.
Land Warfare

Brazil releases RfI to procure 36 self-propelled howitzers

29th August 2022

The Brazilian Army intends to proceed with efforts to find a solution suitable for its requirement of 155mm wheeled artillery platforms.
Land Warfare

US Army awards Allison contract for Next Generation Electrified Transmission

26th August 2022

The US Army agreement with Allison Transmission covers designing, developing and testing an electric hybrid sub-system for armoured combat vehicles.
Digital Battlespace

Morocco to procure US ground C2 kit

26th August 2022

Morocco has requested to buy six Multifunctional Information Distribution System Joint Tactical Radio Systems from the US. The proposed deal would include associated equipment and support.
Land Warfare

Indian Army moves towards ‘wired’ soldiers with F-INSAS

26th August 2022

India's soldier modernisation programme is set to proceed, but just how straightforward will its rollout be?
Defence Notes

US announces new $2.98 billion military aid package for Ukraine

25th August 2022

This forms the largest single US assistance package to Ukraine since Russia invaded the country in February, covering thousands of artillery and mortar rounds, UAS and six NASAMS missile systems.
Land Warfare

Land Warfare magazine: EW for dismounts; Robotic counter-CBRN systems; and more

25th August 2022

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Army-2022: New Russian recon vehicles displayed, but capability gap remains

25th August 2022

VPK displayed a new variant of its developmental BRM reconnaissance vehicle, while UVZ exhibited an upgraded version of the BRM-1K. Neither seem viable candidates for filling situational awareness capability gaps for Russian mechanised infantry units.
Training

Lockheed Martin Australia tests LVC training system

25th August 2022

Lockheed Martin Australia's R&D team has partnered with the Royal Australian Air Force and Defence Science Technology Group to test and demonstrate comprehensive LVC training capabilities for multi-domain use.
Land Warfare

Germany introduces ASUL C-UAS system for field protection

25th August 2022

Germany has introduced ASUL, a stationary C-UAS capability which can locate, classify, identify and engage small UAS weighing up to 25kg.
Digital Battlespace

Clavister to provide cyber-secure SATCOM to Sweden

24th August 2022

Under the PoC deal, Clavister will provide specialised cyber security technology for the Swedish MoD for the monitoring of satellite communication anomalies.
Land Warfare

Paramount Group introduces Marauder Mark 2 armoured vehicle

24th August 2022

The Marauder 2 vehicle is an improved version of Paramount’s Marauder and features updated driver ergonomics, universal hull adaptability, interchangeable dashboard modules and steering wheel components.
Land Warfare

US Army selects BAE Systems Beowulf for Cold Weather All Terrain Vehicle programme

23rd August 2022

The production award to BAE Systems is a firm, fixed-priced vehicle valued at approximately $278 million for an estimated total of 110 CATVs. The projected first delivery date is July 2023.
Land Warfare

Army-2022: Pantsir air defence system gains anti-drone capability

23rd August 2022

As part of a range of enhancements to the Pantsir-S1 air defence system, a new short-range anti-drone missile was shown for the first time at Russia's Army-2022 exhibition.
Defence Notes

Asension to boost Australian space sensors

23rd August 2022

A contract awarded through the Defence Innovation Hub will see the delivery of space-based tactical sensor and is an important step for Australia to grow its domestic space capabilities.
Land Warfare

Brazil progresses with VBMT-LSR programme

23rd August 2022

The Brazilian Army has announced that the first batch of LMV-BR armoured vehicles has entered service with the 15th Mechanised Infantry Brigade. At least part of the fleet will be fitted with locally developed REMAX remote weapon stations.
Land Warfare

MilDef signs 20-year framework agreement with NATO country

22nd August 2022

The SEK2.8 billion ($261 million) deal to support an armoured vehicle programme is the largest to date for MilDef and comprises deliveries of hardware, software, integration and lifecycle services.