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Global defence news, analysis and data insights across air, land, naval and military training. Shephard’s team of expert journalists cover new equipment and technology coverage, capability development, acquisition plans, contract awards and more.

Land Warfare

US Army LTAMDS is close to entering production

Raytheon expects the programme to achieve milestone C in Q2 this year.

Land Warfare

Patria lifts the lid on new FAMOUS armoured fighting vehicle

One of the few new tracked armoured fighting vehicles (AFVs) to be shown in Paris at Eurosatory in June 2024 belonged to Patria. The vehicle is being developed as part of a multinational FAMOUS (Future Highly Mobile Augmented Armoured Systems) programme.

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Naval Warfare

IDEX 2025: Saab launches new Coast Control Radar to protect waterways

13th February 2025

According to Saab, the new radar will work to safeguard territorial waterways and maritime traffic, improving safety and security of vessels in key economic lifelines.
Air Warfare

IDEX 2025: Powertech takes Edge Group into the global propulsion market

13th February 2025

The new company will focus on aero engines and propulsion systems on the global market.
Land Warfare

Northrop Grumman wins $1.4 billion in contracts for air-defence control systems

13th February 2025

The amount is for two contracts, one for Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) components for Poland and a second for software development for IBCS.
Naval Warfare

Thales to support UK Royal Navy fleet communications for next 10 years

12th February 2025

A new deal gives Thales discretionary powers on equipment replacement in the UK Royal Navy (RN) for a decade, saving an estimated £30 million.
Air Warfare

Rheinmetall to deliver C-390 simulators

12th February 2025

The order is from the Netherlands and is the third order worldwide, and the second in Europe after contracts from Embraer and Portugal.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: Milrem Robotics unleashes Havoc

12th February 2025

Milrem Robotics has added a large 8x8 Uncrewed Ground Vehicle (UGV) to its list of products as it continues to ramp up production of its Tracked Hybrid Modular Infantry System (THeMIS) UGV.
Naval Warfare

India and UK to collaborate on propulsion for next-generation Landing Dock Platform

12th February 2025

The two countries signed a Statement of Intent to design an integrated full electric propulsion system for the Landing Platform Dock by 2030.
Air Warfare

Regent’s Viceroy targets “early March” for US Marine-aided sea trials

11th February 2025

The sea trials will focus on de-risking the seaglider with US Marine involvement after Regent signed a partnership to help develop the prototype, against a backdrop of growing military interest from the UK and Japan.
Defence Notes

Saudi Arabia eyes large procurement spend as it boosts 2025 defence budget to $78 billion

11th February 2025

The new figure is an increase from US$75.8 billion in 2024 and showcases the country’s focus on its Saudi Vision 2030 to achieve a diversified and sustainable economy, reducing the Kingdom’s dependency on oil.
Air Warfare

IDEX 2025: Heven Drones launches ‘The Raider’, its new hydrogen-powered UAS

11th February 2025

The new uncrewed aerial system has been designed to address multiple mission requirements, building on its H2D family of drones with an extended range and payload capacity.
Land Warfare

Saab receives $60 million contract for anti-tank and air defence systems for CV90s

11th February 2025

The Universal Tank and Anti-Aircraft System (UTAAS) is a modular, integrated sight and fire control system for BAE Systems Hägglunds Combat Vehicle 90 (CV90) and acts against both aerial and land targets.
Land Warfare

What is preventing the Pentagon from fielding emerging missile defence technologies?

11th February 2025

Issues related to low budgets and the slow speed of development programmes are among the main obstacles the US DoD must overcome in respect to missile procurement and deployment.
Naval Warfare

New anti-mine technology delivered to French and Royal Norwegian navies

11th February 2025

Thales and Patria are among the companies to have supplied European navies with systems to combat the growing sea mine threat.
Air Warfare

Netherlands signs deal for eight PC-7 MKX training aircraft

10th February 2025

The eight new aircraft will also be joined by four flight simulators, the former replacing the air force’s current Pilatus PC-7 training aircraft by 2027.
Air Warfare

US Army UH-60M Black Hawk fitted with T901 engine approaches first flight

10th February 2025

The service recently started ground run testing to verify the full integration of the T901-GE-900 engine.
Naval Warfare

Quantum technology will revolutionise anti-submarine and anti-mine warfare, says Thales UK CTO

10th February 2025

Quantum technology could radically enhance underwater visibility of hostile vessels and mines – and deliver PNT in GNSS-deprived areas.
Land Warfare

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10th February 2025

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Air Warfare

Why the F-16 fighter jet remains a force to be reckoned with (updated 2025)

10th February 2025

The Lockheed Martin F-16 fighter jet remains in the limelight more than 40 years after its first flight. Shephard sums up the latest developments and details everything you need to know about the aircraft in 2025.
Naval Warfare

Royal Navy’s Type 31 frigate to use half the crew of the Type 23 and embrace automation

10th February 2025

The Royal Navy’s Type 31 frigate is incorporating automation, reduced crew requirements and enhanced living conditions into its design as the force attempts to meet modern operational demands.