• Defence Notes

  China's multi-domain warfare concept could outpace US JADC2, warns ex-general

  9th March 2023

  China's Multi-Domain Precision Warfare project is aiming to disrupt US networks, and could outpace the Joint All-Domain Command and Control initiative. A retired US Army general explains what the Pentagon is doing about it.

• Air Warfare

  Honeywell seals F-35 and Hawk jet support deals for Asia-Pacific region

  1st March 2023

  Honeywell has signed agreements with BAE Systems Australia and Rosebank Engineering to provide maintenance, repair and overhaul services for the RAAF's Hawk 127 fleet and F-35 wheels and brakes.

• Training

  Hadean proves British Army CTTP solution resilience in austere environment

  6th April 2023

  Hadean has completed scene-setting works for the British Army's Collective Training Transformation Programme as industry anxiously awaits developments on the nearly $800 million competition.

• Training

  Cubic to highlight immersive experiences at I/ITSEC 2022

  23rd November 2022

  Products integrated solutions provider Cubic will showcase at I/ITSEC 2022 will include its most recent Immersive Indirect Fire Training system and other live, virtual and constructive (LVC) systems.

• Training

  Cubic aims high with new multi-domain LVC solutions at I/ITSEC 2022

  30th November 2022

  Cubic’s SPEAR analysis and display techniques are designed to rapidly improve proficiency during flight training, and allow pilots and instructors to focus on the most important aspects.

• Training

  AUSA 2022: Cubic introduces new indirect fire training systems

  13th October 2022

  Appetite in the US – and elsewhere – to improve both direct and indirect fire training has grown. Cubic is closely engaged with the US Army to improve and expand simulations and training system on both areas.

• Training

  Cubic reaches milestone for F-35 support and ramps up secure data capabilities

  30th August 2022

  Cubic Mission and Performance Solutions have delivered 1,000 F-35 P5 Combat Training Systems and the company aims to fulfil DoD secure data-at-rest requirements.

• Training

  Poland to the fore in major FMS programmes for simulation and training

  23rd September 2022

  Polish procurement of new Abrams MBTs feeds into FMS-funded training requirements — and other European allies are benefiting from US largesse.

• Air Warfare

  US approves Kuwait Eurofighter weapons package

  22nd July 2022

  Kuwait is to buy a wide variety of weapons for use on a fleet of 28 Eurofighter Typhoons.

• Training

  Eurosatory 2022: Cubic could fill British Army artillery training gap with Blue Shell

  16th June 2022

  The L-118 light gun simulator allows for a full representation of the real system. In conjunction with new Blue Shell training rounds, it could enhance combined arms training for the British Army.

• Defence Helicopter

  Germany finally picks Chinook for heavy-lift helicopter acquisition

  6th June 2022

  Germany has officially selected Boeing's CH-47F Chinook as its next heavy-lift helicopter.

• Training

  USAF ACMI pods to undergo encryption upgrade

  13th May 2022

  Cubic is to install NSA-certified encryption for its P5 Combat Training System ACMI pods

• Defence Notes

  Leonardo delivers third and fourth Eurofighters to Kuwait

  31st March 2022

  Kuwait has received another batch of Eurofighter Typhoon fighter sets from Leonardo.

• Training

  Australia extends Hawk 127 contract for BAE Systems

  21st February 2022

  The Hawk 127 will continue as the lead-in fighter training platform for the RAAF until 2031.

• Defence Notes

  Leonardo claims ‘no evidence of issues’ on Kuwaiti Eurofighter deal

  25th January 2022

  Following reports of two individuals being referred for prosecution due to allegedly misusing public funds, linked to an order for 28 Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft, Leonardo has said it is not subject to a judicial investigation.

Programme Results - Defence Insight

• Fighter - multirole

  Eurofighter Typhoon Tranche 3A [Kuwait]

  Programme Background The capability packages granted to Kuwait will include the integration of Storm Shadow and Brimstone and other air-to-surface weapons, the integration of a ...

• Military UAS - fixed-wing, Military UAS - MALE

  MQ-25 Stingray (Contracted) [USA]

  Programme Background Initial Requirments -  Unmanned Carrier Launch Airborne Surveillance and Strike (UCLASS) Despite the abovementioned goal, the programme did not begin with this in mind. ...

• Military UAS - fixed-wing, Military UAS - MALE

  MQ-25 Stingray (Selected) [USA]

  Programme Background Initial Requirments - Unmanned Carrier Launch Airborne Surveillance and Strike (UCLASS) Despite the abovementioned goal, the programme did not begin with this in ...

Equipment Results - Defence Insight

• Virtual Immersive Training Systems

  Cubic provides a full range of virtual training devices to military, public safety and commercial customers worldwide. Cubic focuses on the development and systems integration ...

• Air: air combat simulators

  CME

  In September 2015, Cubic successfully completed a live-flight demonstration of the Cubic Miniature Encryptor (CME), showcasing airborne encryption of the P5 CTS (see separate entry) ...

• Land: Radio and SATCOM

  GATR 2.4m Satellite Antenna

  Produced by Cubic Mission Systems, GATR 2.4m is a portable, inflatable SATCOM antenna. It can be packed into seven cases weighing approximately 85kg. It is also ...

• Land: tactical engagement simulators

  Area Weapons Effects Simulation

  Cubic’s indirect fire and Area Weapons Effects Simulators (AWES) determine the extent of simulated injuries and damage sustained by soldiers and vehicles in a combat ...

• Land: range systems and targets

  Urban Ranges

  Cubic Range Design Solutions has provided facilities around the world for military and law enforcement training in urban terrain. It uses its previous experience, as ...

• Air: air combat simulators

  Turnkey ACMI Systems

  Cubic has installed and delivered more than 60 Air Combat Manoeuvring Instrumentation (ACMI) systems around the world. The company provides turnkey systems for US and ...

• Land: tactical engagement simulators

  MOUT Systems

  Cubic provides instrumentation systems for urban training operations in locations in Australia, the Middle East, the UK and the US. The systems are flexible and ...

• Uncrewed aerial systems engines

  SP-55 Series

  The 2-stroke single-cylinder SP-55 TS ROS with 55 ccm is the largest single-cylinder engine in Sky Power's range. The engine series is equipped in the standard ...

• Land: infantry weapon simulators

  PRISim Judgment Trainer

  The PRISim Suite uses HD interactive videos and game engine technology to create realistic training theatres for all aspects of firearms handling. These are available ...

• Patrol boats

  Stan Patrol 5009

  The Stan Patrol 5009 is a multirole ship designed mostly for coast guard roles (including SAR operations),  near-shore EEZ and drug interdiction. Based on the ...

• Land: range systems and targets

  Range Fit-Out

  Cubic undertakes internal design, fit-out and build of ballistically secure structures. The sizing and shape of the structure and internal cladding is designed to prevent penetration of ...

• APCs/IFVs - tracked

  Mule FASC

  The Mule FASC (Forward Area Supply Carrier) is an armoured tracked carrier designated for the delivery of ammunition, fuel and other suppliers to units deployed in ...

• Land: tactical engagement simulators

  Instrumented Ground Combat Training Systems

  Cubic supplies combat training systems for CTCs, homestations and forward-deployed environments. The systems are designed to support missions including force-on-force, urban operations, joint, combined arms ...

• Sealift/replenishment vessels

  Type 707

  The Type 707 is a new double-hulled fleet tanker for the German Navy. The ships are being procured to start replacing the Type 704 single-hulled ...

• OPVs

  Damen Stan Patrol 6009

  The Stan Patrol 6009 is an Offshore Patrol Vessel part of Damen's family of patrol boats featuring the axe bow. It is marketed as a platform for ...