• Naval Warfare

  DSEI 2021: Link Microtek supplies mobile local communications for Type 26

  14th September 2021

  The Azdec optical mobile local communications system allows personnel to use secure voice communications and enables the ability to roam away from base stations without trailing wires.

• Land Warfare

  DSEI 2021: Raytheon unleashes HELWS on experimental basis

  16th September 2021

  High-energy weapon to be installed on British Army Wolfhound for evaluation.

• Land Warfare

  DSEI 2021: Read Chris Foss’ opinions on the industry exclusively with Shephard

  8th September 2021

  Shephard Media is launching a new venture at DSEI this year. After consulting with readers, there was a clear desire to hear more opinion and …

• Training

  DSEI 2021: First time at Pápa for EDA course

  17th September 2021

  October will see the EDA and its training provider, Inzpire, undertake live flying training in Hungary as part of its Helicopter Tactics Instructor course.

• Naval Warfare

  No progress on UK Bay-class support ship conversion

  27th September 2021

  Modifications to one of the RN's Bay-class support ships were first announced in March 2021 in the Defence Command Paper.

• Naval Warfare

  DSEI 2021: Raytheon pitches Naval Strike Missile as RN Harpoon replacement

  15th September 2021

  Raytheon is betting that quick integration and an existing production could help it net success if the UK decides to procure a Harpoon replacement.

• Naval Warfare

  DSEI 2021: RN outlines future fleet vision

  13th September 2021

  A concept for containerised modular systems is on track to enter service over the next decade.

• Naval Warfare

  DSEI 2021: Babcock sheds light on Ukrainian projects

  14th September 2021

  Under a previously signed Memorandum of Implementation (MoI) between Babcock, Ukraine and the UK, Kiev will receive a modern frigate capability, fast attack craft, minehunters, and naval base development.

• Training

  DSEI 2021: BAE Systems focuses on readiness rather than availability

  22nd September 2021

  BAE Systems is using training as a method of highlighting a greater emphasis on operational readiness.

• Defence Notes

  DSEI 2021: British Army and Adarga partner on BattleLab hackathon

  9th September 2021

  A British Army-backed hackathon will be hosted at the Defence BattleLab from 15-17 September, running in tandem with DSEI 2021 in London.

• Land Warfare

  RAFAEL at DSEI: Delivering Assured Overmatch for Modern Battlefield Challenges (sponsored)

  8th September 2021

  RAFAEL, a global leader in the defence industry, showcases its comprehensive line of advanced, combat-proven solutions for land, sea & air, effectively countering evolving threats. Visit us at Stand # H5-220 at DSEI.

• Defence Notes

  DSEI 2021: 2Excel gears up for Tempest sensor testbed work

  17th September 2021

  After completion of a feasibility study, 2Excel is commencing design and build work on a Boeing 757 testbed aircraft to develop sensor capabilities for the UK's Tempest sixth generation fighter programme.

• Land Warfare

  DSEI 2021: NP Aerospace pushes vehicle integration

  15th September 2021

  UK company seeks to enhance British Army vehicle performance and sustainability.

• Training

  DSEI 2021: Pooling expertise to provide optimal training

  18th September 2021

  2Excel Aviation and JD2E have joined forces to provide the Royal Air Force with ISR training courses.

• Air Warfare

  DSEI 2021: NATO admits Next Generation Rotorcraft Capability could be FVL solution

  14th September 2021

  NATO's Next Generation Rotorcraft Capability (NGRC) effort might not lead to a common medium-class helicopter being made by a European manufacturer.

Programme Results - Defence Insight

• Naval: Combat Management Systems

  Naval: Combat Management Systems | Manoeuvrable Boats [Japan]

  According to the 2022 Defence Buildup Programme, Japan will procure new manoeuvrable boats for the Japan Ground Self-Defence Force (JGSDF). Deliveries are set to start ...

• Naval: shipboard communication systems

  Naval: shipboard communication systems | Manoeuvrable Boats [Japan]

  According to the 2022 Defence Buildup Programme, Japan will procure new manoeuvrable boats for the Japan Ground Self-Defence Force (JGSDF). Deliveries are set to start ...

• Naval: Combat Management Systems

  Naval: Combat Management Systems | Manoeuvrable Boats (1-3) [Japan]

  According to the 2022 Defence Buildup Programme, Japan will procure new manoeuvrable boats for the Japan Ground Self-Defence Force (JGSDF). Deliveries are set to start ...

• Naval: shipboard communication systems

  Naval: shipboard communication systems | Manoeuvrable Boats (1-3) [Japan]

  According to the 2022 Defence Buildup Programme, Japan will procure new manoeuvrable boats for the Japan Ground Self-Defence Force (JGSDF). Deliveries are set to start ...

• Military UAS - rotary-wing, Military UAS - tactical

  Skeldar V-200 (ASW) [Canada]

  Programme Background Contract Award At Euronaval 2022, Shephard reported that UMS Skeldar and Ultra had been awarded a Phase 2 contract on 19 October to provide ...

• Naval: Combat Management Systems

  Naval: Combat Management Systems | Arctic Frigates Procurement/Thetis Class Replacement [Denmark]

  On 18 August 2022, the Danish MoD announced a plan to invest up to $5.5 billion to replace a large number of platforms of the ...

• Naval: shipboard communication systems

  Naval: shipboard communication systems | Arctic Frigates Procurement/Thetis Class Replacement [Denmark]

  On 18 August 2022, the Danish MoD announced a plan to invest up to $5.5 billion to replace a large number of platforms of the ...

• OPVs

  OPVs Procurement (Ukraine)

  Programme Background OMT presented the MPV80 design in September 2021 at the DSEI event in London. The 80m vessel was showcased in three configurations: Offshore ...

• Submarines: conventional, attack

  Taigei Class (29SS) (1-2)

  Programme Background The Taigei-class (29SS) is the latest class of submarines to be developed for the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF). The class, which has been developed ...

• Landing craft and hovercraft

  Manoeuvrable Boats (1-3) [Japan]

  Programme Background Requirements According to the 2022 Defence Buildup Programme, Japan will procure new manoeuvrable boats for the Japan Ground Self-Defence Force (JGSDF). The boats ...

• Fast attack/patrol craft and interceptors

  Ukraine - UK supplied Fast Inshore Attack Craft (FIAC)

  Programme Background It was first reported in late September 2020 that the UK could provide eight Barzan-class fast attack craft to Ukraine. The platform has been ...

• Submarines: conventional, attack

  Taigei Class (29SS) (3-7) [Japan]

  Programme Background The Taigei-class (29SS) is the latest class of submarines to be developed for the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF). The class, which has been developed ...

• APCs/IFVs - tracked

  Heavy IFV [Poland]

  Programme Background Requirement Due to the perceived threat from Russia and the conflict in Ukraine, Poland has accelerated and expanded its plans to modernise its ...

• Frigates

  Arctic Frigates Procurement/Thetis Class Replacement [Denmark]

  Programme Background Requirements After awarding a design contract for the procurement of a new generation of patrol vessels, Denmark is expected to focus on the ...

• Frigates

  Arrowhead 140 Frigate Acquisition (1-2) [Indonesia]

  Programme Background Requirements Indonesia’s policy of Minimum Essential Force (MEF) seeks to create an armed force capable of defending the nation. The navy has thus ...

Equipment Results - Defence Insight

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

  UAS Concept 2 / Autonomous Collaborative Platform (ACP)

  In July 2022, BAE Systems revealed two UAV concepts, one later being branded Concept 2, or the Autonomous Collaborative Platform (ACP), at DSEI 2023.  Signage near ...

• Land: Radio and SATCOM

  Diamond

  Diamond is a digital intercom and radio combiner system for use on land and maritime platforms, including high speed patrol craft. Diamond has been designed ...

• Land: battle management systems

  FACNAV

  Developed by Teleplan, FACNAV is a battle management system designed for use at the battlegroup level and below. The software suite is designed to interact ...

• Loitering munitions

  Rotem Alpha

  The Rotem Alpha is a VTOL-capable loitering munition from Isreal Aerospace Indusiters (IAI). Drawing upon IAI's Rotem, the drone can be equipped with one of ...

• Military UAS - rotary-wing

  Proteus

  Proteus is a technology demonstrator that Leonardo is developing in collaboration with the UK MoD's Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S;) Future Capabilities Group and the ...

• Military UAS - fixed-wing, Military UAS - tactical

  STRIX

  The STRIX is a prototype tandem-wing UAV that BAE Systems Australia is developing in collaboration with Innovaero. It is slated to begin operational service in 2026 and can be ...

• Landing platform docks/dock landing ships

  HDL-10000

  At DSEI 2023, Hyundai Heavy Industries unveiled the HDL-10000, a 145m Multi-Role Support Ship capable of providing logistic support during HADR and amphibious operations. The vessel has ...

• Land: Radio and SATCOM

  Diamond Wireless Intercom System

  The Diamond Wireless Intercom System is the wireless variant of Drumgrange’s Diamond digital intercom and radio combiner system and has been designed for use on ...

• Landing platform docks/dock landing ships

  ELLIDA - Second Generation

  At DSEI 2023, BMT unveiled the second generation ELLIDA, a new family of multi-role support and logistics ships. The British company is expected to pitch ...

• APCs/IFVs - 8x8

  AMVxp

  Patria launched an 8x8 armoured concept vehicle, now named AMVxp, at the DSEI exhibition in September 2013. The AMVxp builds on Patria's experience producing the ...

• Launchers

  Multi Canister Launcher (MCL)

  SpearUAV's Multi Canister Launcher (MCL) is a compact system that enables swift deployment of the Viper 300 and Viper 1 (Interceptor) from a range of ...

• Military UAS - fixed-wing

  Jackdaw

  At DSEI 2023, QinetiQ unveiled the Jackdaw, a low-cost, high-performance, attritable fixed-wing UAV. QinetiQ has stated it is designed for swarming and collaborative autonomous operations, including crewed-uncrewed teaming. The ...

• Anti-ship missiles

  Sea Breaker

  Sea Breaker is a precision-guided, long-range, autonomous missile system manufactured by Rafael. Debuted at DSEI 2021, the platform delivers pinpoint strikes from stand-off ranges up to 300km ...

• Military UAS - fixed-wing, Military UAS - small

  Punisher

  The Punisher is a reusable airstrike drone from UA Dynamics. According to a company representative speaking to Shephard at DSEI 2023, the drone has reportedly ...

• Military UGVs

  Nerva S

  Nexter Robotics unveiled the hand-thrown, two-wheeled Nerva S at DSEI 2013 in London. The system, which is a smaller version of the Nerva LG (see ...