Naval Warfare
Philippines down-selects South Korean option for OPV
The Philippine Navy has narrowed its OPV selection choice down to one company, but no contract has yet been signed.
Land Warfare
Australia promises more armoured vehicles to Ukraine
The Australian government will send an extra 34 armoured vehicles to Ukraine to aid the fight against Russia.
Naval Warfare
MDL performs same-day launches of a destroyer and frigate
Mazagon Docks Limited enjoyed a big splash as it launched two large Indian Navy surface combatants on the same day.
Land Warfare
FNSS pushes ZAHA for Indonesian AAV requirement
As Indonesia pushes to boost its domestic defence industry, agreements were recently signed for AAVs, small-arms ammunition, C-130 MRO and air surveillance radars.
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Air Warfare
Canberra promises to multiply MQ-28A Ghost Bats
18th May 2022
The current Australian government is promising to accelerate development of the Loyal Wingman project for the RAAF.
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Land Warfare
Indian Army seeks hundreds of protected mobility vehicles
17th May 2022
The Indian Army is on the hunt for 1,200 new protected mobility vehicles, with two different specifications being sought.
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Naval Warfare
Sentient debuts maritime ViDAR in Australia
17th May 2022
Sentient is now offering a maritime version of its ViDAR system, and the way has been cleared to install it on Australian S-100 Camcopters.
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Naval Warfare
Indo-Pacific 2022: Rise of the maritime machines in Australia
13th May 2022
Although lagging behind the utilisation of UAVs, militaries are now exploring new applications for and types of UUVs and USVs. Australia is no exception.
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Naval Warfare
Indo-Pacific 2022: Australia is set to trigger MCM tender
13th May 2022
Three industry contenders have emerged for the Australian navy's quest for a new unmanned MCM system.
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Defence Notes
Indo-Pacific 2022: Leidos Australia scoops health support contract
12th May 2022
Leidos Australia will oversee a new system to maintain medical data for ADF personnel.
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Naval Warfare
Indo-Pacific 2022: Australian Army demands capable landing craft
12th May 2022
Australia has very stringent requirements for new medium landing craft, and four domestic contenders have emerged.
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Naval Warfare
Indo-Pacific 2022: Kongsberg shows StrikeMaster concept
11th May 2022
Kongsberg has become heavily involved in Australian missile programmes in recent years.
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Air Warfare
Indo-Pacific 2022: Schiebel nabs pole position for expedited UAV contract
11th May 2022
To speed up acquisition, Australia has selected the Austrian-designed Camcopter for a naval UAV requirement.
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Air Warfare
Indo-Pacific 2022: Australia seals MH-60R and AH-64E deals
11th May 2022
Replacing European-designed helicopters, Australia has turned back to the US for attack and naval rotorcraft.
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Air Warfare
Indo-Pacific 2022: Despite grim Reaper decision, GA-ASI retains hope
10th May 2022
Naval Group was not present at the Sydney expo after cancellation of its submarine programme, but GA-ASI put in an appearance despite its own Australian setback.
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Naval Warfare
Indo-Pacific 2022: PFG unveils Sentinel 1100 watercraft
10th May 2022
A Tasmanian company is positioning its watercraft, using a unique construction material, for Australian naval requirements.
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Naval Warfare
Indo-Pacific 2022: Austal shows versatile new OPV 60
10th May 2022
Austal has shown off a new OPV design that straddles a gap in its range, plus it is pursuing unmanned versions of its vessels.
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Naval Warfare
Indo-Pacific 2022: BMT pushes Ellida for Australian joint support ship
10th May 2022
BMT has thrown its hat into the ring for Australia's joint support ship requirement.
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Naval Warfare
Indo-Pacific 2022: Australia set to explore XLAUVs
10th May 2022
For the first time, Australia is moving towards developing extra-large autonomous underwater vehicles.
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Air Warfare
China tests ‘mystery’ helicopter type, inducts Russian-built Mi-171s
9th May 2022
China claims first flight of 'innovative' new helicopter design, hinting at FVL-type technology developments for the long term. The PLA also continues to acquire Russian-built helicopters, with a recently disclosed order for the Mi-171Sh.
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Naval Warfare
Indian submarine programme is left in tatters
5th May 2022
France's Naval Group will not be participating in India's P75I submarine tender, opening the spectre of the MoD having to go back to square one.
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Defence Notes
South Korea approves multiple projects including IFVs and missiles
4th May 2022
New weapons and capabilities for South Korea's army, navy and air force were approved at a recent defence meeting.
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Naval Warfare
Philippine Navy narrows its renewed search for OPVs
3rd May 2022
The ADAS 2022 exhibition in Manila threw up some updates on the Philippine Navy's quest for half a dozen OPVs.
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Naval Warfare
Japan commissions its second frigate
3rd May 2022
The second of a new class of frigate for Japan's navy has been delivered to the JMSDF.
