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Canada risks “bloodying its nose” should it forgo F-35 buy, says Canadian ex-defence chief

Canada has stated its intention to reassess its acquisition of the F-35, amid the ongoing US-trade war, with Defence Minister Bill Blair saying it is “examining alternatives” with other aircraft manufacturers.

Air Warfare

Collins Aerospace wins $80 million contract for US Army Black Hawk avionics upgrade

The US$80 million contract will provide the US Army Black Hawk helicopters with faster and more flexible technology on the battlefield, with upgrade work “actively” ongoing.

Naval Warfare

New mine countermeasures vessel enters service in Japan

The new vessel, JS Nomi, is the fourth countermeasures vessels in the Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force's Awaji class, and a fifth and sixth have been costed.

Defence Notes

Collins MAPS Gen II to equip US DoD watercraft

US services have already conducted multiple tests with military maritime systems fitted with the system.

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Naval Warfare

Royal Navy follows US Navy lead, invests in VR training to mitigate watchkeeping skill fade

19th March 2025

VR naval training is growing more accepted as it maintains bridge skills in a safe, virtual environment.
Air Warfare

HevenDrones and Mach Industries partner to boost drone production

19th March 2025

Production will focus on HevenDrones’ H100, H2D55 and Raider uncrewed aerial vehicles, with the aim to scale up production to hundreds a month depending on demand.
Defence Notes

OCCAR expects substantial boost in programme numbers “in the coming months”

18th March 2025

Europe’s Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation (OCCAR) “has to establish itself…as a centre of excellence for cooperative Defence Equipment Programmes” in the face of growing threats and the need for rearmament, according to the organisation’s chairman.
Defence Notes

MBDA CEO emphasises “moment of truth” for Europe as company sees €37 billion backlog

18th March 2025

MBDA CEO Éric Béranger stressed the company’s role supporting European countries with complex weapon systems and focused on boosting production against the backdrop of “shifting” geopolitical alliances.
Land Warfare

“Adversaries have adapted”: how counter-UAS and space control will decide future conflicts

18th March 2025

In conversation... EOS's Andreas Schwer talks to Shephard's Ben Watts about how the Australian company is shifting its strategic focus to two technologies it sees as essential for success on the modern battlefield - C-UAS and space control.
Naval Warfare

New three-way deal spurs mine countermeasure advances in UAE

18th March 2025

Exail, Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB) and the Technology Innovation Institute (TII) are collaborating to add new technology to mine countermeasure solutions.
Air Warfare

Colombia months away from selecting new fighter aircraft, says minister

18th March 2025

The country’s Defence Minister said that the selection of a NATO-country fighter aircraft to replace its ageing Kfir jets was a matter of protecting the country.
Air Warfare

DIU awards four companies with drone prototype contracts for Project Artemis

18th March 2025

The four US companies awarded contracts include two that are working with Ukrainian uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) firms. The project aims to have a prototype demonstration by end of May 2025.
Land Warfare

Boeing’s IFPC Inc 2 Second Interceptor proposal includes “a novel all-up-round solution”

17th March 2025

The company’s proposal was recently selected by the US Army to progress Indirect Fires Protection Capability Increment 2 Second Interceptor competition.
Naval Warfare

North Korea claims to have its first nuclear submarine

17th March 2025

If its claims are true, the submarine could have a significant impact on other navies in the region and potentially on US foreign policy.
Land Warfare

BAE Systems awarded $544 million in vehicle contracts

17th March 2025

The two contracts are for Amphibious Combat Vehicles (ACVs) and Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicles (AMPVs) as part of previously awarded contract agreements worth billions of dollars.
Naval Warfare

Canada commits to $15 billion River-class destroyers and infrastructure

17th March 2025

The new destroyer programme aims to build 15 new vessels over at least the next 25 years, the first of which should launch in the early 2030s.
Naval Warfare

UK Royal Navy begins training with autonomous mine counter measures vessel

17th March 2025

The uncrewed surface vessel (USV) is the first of four autonomous mine vessels the UK Royal Navy (RN) will deploy this year.
Air Warfare

Testing of Taiwan’s air-launched supersonic anti-ship missile commences

14th March 2025

Should it be introduced into service, the air-launched Hsiung Feng 3 could boost Taiwan’s anti-ship missile capacity and kill zones.
Air Warfare

Swarm drones and CCAs take flight in India

14th March 2025

India reaches new milestones as it pushes it unmanned combat and surveillance strategy forward.
Air Warfare

Portugal may snub F-35 fighter jets in the face of Trump administration “unpredictability”

14th March 2025

A change in the White House’s attitude towards NATO and its European allies may lead to Portugal opting for a non-US option to replace its ageing Lockheed Martin F-16 fighter fleet.
Air Warfare

Ireland to explore options for tactical UAS procurement

14th March 2025

The EU planning notice cited that the uncrewed aerial system (UAS) would be used for predominantly for reconnaissance purposes with a greater range and endurance than drones currently operated by the Irish Defence Forces.
Land Warfare

Arthur radars and more Archer howitzers committed to Ukraine by Sweden

14th March 2025

Ukraine has highlighted the need for howitzers and radars as well as artillery and this commitment from Sweden will help to fill that gap and provide medium-distance fire in a defensive role post-war.
Naval Warfare

ASFAT and United Defense Technology partner to bid for Royal Thai Navy frigate build

14th March 2025

The Thai and Turkish companies will work together to bid for the four-vessel contract.

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