Naval Warfare
DSEI 2021: Elbit Systems highlights Seagull capability
Following a USV demonstration with Dstl, Elbit Systems UK CEO Martin Fausset speaks exclusively to Shephard about the work.
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DSEI 2021: Blue Bear emphasises swarm control
UK SME Blue Bear has put a 20-drone swarm through its paces.
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DSEI 2021: Elbit Systems highlights Seagull capability
Following a USV demonstration with Dstl, Elbit Systems UK CEO Martin Fausset speaks exclusively to Shephard about the work.
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First F135 engine depot outside of US is approved
Netherlands F135 engine maintenance facility has been approved for initial depot capability.
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Lockheed Martin to continue network-centric weapons capabilities work for F-35
Lockheed Martin carries on developing network-enabled weapons and electronic-attack capabilities for F-35 operators in the US and allied air forces.
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Defence Notes
DSEI 2021 news and views (podcast)
Welcome to Episode 37 of the third series of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more.
Naval Warfare
Turkey delivers bow section for Reis-class submarine
Turkish industry has achieved a milestone by delivering a locally manufactured submarine bow section.
Naval Warfare
Malaysia receives third LMS
Malaysia says ship acquisition plans are on track, as the third Chinese-built Littoral Mission Ship is handed over.
Defence Notes
US hypersonic weapons trail those of competitors
China and Russia are leading the way in terms of fielding hypersonic missiles.
Featured videos
Air Warfare
DSEI 2021: Raytheon shows space capabilities through VR
At DSEI, Raytheon UK is showcasing their space VR experience.
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Unmanned Vehicles
DSEI 2021: Blue Bear emphasises swarm control
19th September 2021
UK SME Blue Bear has put a 20-drone swarm through its paces.
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Naval Warfare
DSEI 2021: Elbit Systems highlights Seagull capability
19th September 2021
Following a USV demonstration with Dstl, Elbit Systems UK CEO Martin Fausset speaks exclusively to Shephard about the work.
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Defence Notes
Asia-Pacific experiences a missile frenzy (Opinion)
19th September 2021
There has been a flurry of activity in the missile realm, with the Asia-Pacific region set to bristle even more with these dangerous weapons.
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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.
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Naval Warfare
DSEI 2021: Hensoldt reveals naval surveillance radar
17th September 2021
Hensoldt unveils new AESA naval surveillance radar at DSEI
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Air Warfare
US State Department approves continuation of MSS to Saudi Arabia
17th September 2021
US announces possible FMS for continued maintenance support services for the Royal Saudi Land Forces Aviation Command.
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Land Warfare
Ukraine improves air defence system
17th September 2021
The national MoD started operating a new radar detection station called 80K6KS1 ‘Phoenix’. It was integrated into the Buk-M1 anti-aircraft missile system.
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Land Warfare
DSEI 2021: Hornet and Milrem reveal new combat UGV
17th September 2021
Hornet and Milrem have revealed their new THeMIS based UGV range, equipped with RCWSs designed for the French Army.
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Air Warfare
DSEI 2021: Raytheon shows space capabilities through VR
17th September 2021
At DSEI, Raytheon UK is showcasing their space VR experience.
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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.
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Land Warfare
Russia tests new materiel at Zapad 2021 exercise
17th September 2021
Unmanned systems such as UGVs, modernised IFVs with remote turrets, and a mine-laying system all appeared in a recent Russian exercise.
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Naval Warfare
DSEI 2021: Babcock pitching Arrowhead 140 as Type 32 base
17th September 2021
The UK MoD has revealed scant details about the future Type 32 frigate.
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Naval Warfare
Raytheon Technologies highlights advanced minehunting capabilities (Studio)
17th September 2021
Raytheon UK and Atlas Elektronik will demonstrate the AQS-20C towed sonar's minehunting capability to the Royal Navy.
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Naval Warfare
DSEI 2021: Australia opened nuclear submarine discussions in March
17th September 2021
The new submarine deal has opened a rift between Australia, the US and UK on the one hand, and France on the other.
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Air Warfare
SPIKE™ FAMILY – 5th Generation E/O-Guided Missile Systems Deliver Unparalleled Accuracy (sponsored)
17th September 2021
The SPIKE™ Family Multi-Purpose Missile Systems with Powerful Warheads Ensure Tactical Overmatch on Land, at Sea, and in the Air.
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Defence Notes
Latvian MoD seeks innovative defence and dual-use solutions
17th September 2021
The MoD is allocating funds to co-finance new solutions under the 2021 Grant Project Competition.
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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.
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Naval Warfare
DSEI 2021: Babcock secures first Arrowhead 140 export
16th September 2021
The deal is the first win for the frigate design developed with the export market in mind.
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Defence Notes
DSEI 2021: CGS underlines changing nature of warfare
16th September 2021
British Army must run fast to establish a credible advantage over our potential adversaries, says Gen Sir Mark Carleton-Smith.
