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The Netherlands cleared to purchase $2.2 billion in Tomahawk missiles
The approved purchase is for Tomahawk Block IV and Block V missiles, control systems, telemetry missiles and communication and broadcast systems.
Naval Warfare
The Philippines strengthens maritime defences amid rising tensions in South China Sea
The Philippine Navy is fast-tracking its maritime modernisation with new warships, unmanned platforms, and international shipbuilding partnerships to bolster its regional deterrence posture.
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Taiwan multiplies mine-layer vessel and UAV inventories to deter PLA
Taiwan is strengthening its deterrence against the PLA through an asymmetric arsenal that includes fast mine-laying vessels and domestically developed UAVs.
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L3Harris expands footprint across Europe via Everest NL and new contracts
L3Harris is targeting European naval modernisation with new uncrewed surface vessels, SATCOM partnerships, and regional investments including defence exercises and facility openings.
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Naval Warfare
IMDEX Asia: First Indian pavilion at event
27th May 2015
India formed its first pavilion at this year’s IMDEX Asia, and it features three government-owned shipyards, all of which are engaged in building ships for …
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Naval Warfare
IMDEX Asia (video): Exhibition round-up
26th May 2015
Shephard Media editor-in-chief Tony Skinner discusses the most notable events at this year’s IMDEX Asia exhibition, which took place in Singapore between 19-21 May. Among …
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Naval Warfare
IMDEX Asia: Microflown shows off 3D acoustic sensors
26th May 2015
First-time exhibitors Microflown Maritime displayed a range of 3D acoustic situational awareness systems suited for the defence and security market at this year’s IMDEX Asia. …
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Naval Warfare
Australian Navy launches first AWD
26th May 2015
The Royal Australian Navy launched the first of three Air Warfare Destroyers (AWDs), Hobart, alongside the Port River wharf in Adelaide on 23 May. The …
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Naval Warfare
BAE delivers two AWD blocks in Australia
26th May 2015
BAE Systems has delivered two Air Warfare Destroyer (AWD) blocks to Osborne, South Australia, it announced on 26 May. The blocks were manufactured at its …
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Naval Warfare
IMDEX Asia: Cape-class construction nears end
22nd May 2015
Construction of the final vessel of the eight Cape-class patrol boats for the Australian Customs and Border Protection Service was being concluded, according to Austal …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
IMDEX Asia: J+S unveils an array of products
22nd May 2015
UK company J+S showcased a new family of low-profile miniaturised acoustic arrays at IMDEX Asia, the first time it has displayed the technology in the …
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Military Logistics
Austal launches USNS Brunswick
22nd May 2015
Austal launched the Joint High Speed Vessel (JHSV) USNS Brunswick (JHSV 6) at its Mobile, Alabama ship manufacturing facility on 20 May. The vessel was …
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Naval Warfare
IMDEX Asia: Asia navies introduced to the ‘Tank Boat’
22nd May 2015
Indonesian shipyard PT Lundin and turret manufacturer CMI Defence are working on an innovative craft aimed at the riverine and amphibious assault market. Dubbed the …
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Naval Warfare
IMDEX Asia: QinetiQ ViewFinder fuses sensor data
22nd May 2015
QinetiQ will unveil a new combat management system for naval vessels called ViewFinder at the IMDEX Asia 2015 exhibition. The system, developed as part of R&D …
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Naval Warfare
IMDEX Asia: Hercules all at sea
22nd May 2015
Lockheed Martin is expecting that it will have its first customer for its Sea Herc concept in the near future. Speaking at IMDEX Asia, business …
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Military Logistics
General Dynamics NASSCO to maintain USS Mitscher
21st May 2015
General Dynamics NASSCO has been awarded a $36.4 million contract for maintaining, modernising and repairing the US Navy's USS Mitscher (DDG-57) warship, as announced by …
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Naval Warfare
FREMM Aquitaine continues verification test firings
21st May 2015
The frigate Aquitaine, a part of the multi-mission frigate program (FREMM), fired an Exocet MM40 surface-to-surface missile on 12 May and a naval cruise missile …
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Military Logistics
BAE Systems bids for USMC ACV 1.1 programme
21st May 2015
BAE System has submitted its bid for the US Marine Corps (USMC) Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) 1.1 programme, the company announced on 19 May. According …
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Naval Warfare
IMDEX Asia: Royal Navy still sees responsibilities in Asia
21st May 2015
The Royal Navy wants to remain an active force in Asia even though it now lacks ‘striking activity’ in the region, a senior officer from …
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Naval Warfare
IMDEX Asia: USN addresses issues in Asia
21st May 2015
A hot regional topic right now is the issue of reclamation of islets in the South China Sea, with China leading the way in terms …
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Naval Warfare
IMDEX Asia: Regional tensions take centre stage
21st May 2015
The International Maritime Security Conference (IMSC) 2015 kicked off at IMDEX Asia with a series of keynote addresses from regional navy chiefs and senior naval …
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Naval Warfare
IMDEX Asia (video): Atlas Elektronik discuss anti-mine products
21st May 2015
German defence firm Atlas Elektronik is exhibiting its mine warfare systems at this year’s IMDEX Asia exhibition in Singapore. Jens Kohlscheen, product manager at Atlas …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
IMDEX Asia: RSN to increase use of unmanned systems
21st May 2015
The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) is planning to further expand its unmanned vehicles capability, with manned and unmanned systems operating in unison, according to …
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