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Global defence news, analysis and data insights across air, land, naval and military training. Shephard’s team of expert journalists cover new equipment and technology coverage, capability development, acquisition plans, contract awards and more.
The UK’s Land Mobility Programme (LMP) achieved some clarity at DVD this week. Thales was just one company pushing itself forward for what will be a hotly contested requirement with a focus on what the bids will mean for UK industry.
The Reconfigurable Integrated-weapons Platform (RIwP) is a modular remote weapons station designed to counter a wide spectrum of threats ranging from enemy infantry and armoured vehicles, to helicopters and UAS. Manufacturer Moog is promoting it for the UK’s GBAD requirement.
Chinese innovation and interference means it will only continue to get harder for western nations to defence their space assets.
Described as a “true” multi-role aircraft, Embraer has set an aim for the C-390 Millennium to be the cornerstone for different operations, from HA/DR to combat missions.
Make it an unfair fight, with the EA-37B. Deny, degrade, and disrupt the enemy.
TROPHY® APS revolutionizes combat maneuverability, safeguarding crews and vehicles while enabling operations in complex terrains.
19th September 2024
Babcock will build an additional 53 High Mobility Transporter (HMT) Jackal 3s for the British Army in partnership with Supacat.
19th September 2024
The UK’s Mechanised Infantry Vehicle programme appears set for a busy four months of success as the Boxer continues to deliver and be delivered. In an announcement at DVD 2024, the UK Boxer programme is set to see its final prototype vehicle, the first UK-produced serial vehicle, and initial conversion training by the British Army start by January 2025.
19th September 2024
Paramount’s Maatla 4x4 is a Light Protected Vehicle (LPV) aimed at the African off-road armoured vehicle market and the announcement of deliveries to Ghana means, along with the Democratic Republic of Congo, it is known to be in service with two African countries.
19th September 2024
Defence leaders called on the industry to be more proactive in supply chain design, but noted that while the use of modern technological solutions to streamline the supply chain was vital, it could have significant downstream societal consequences.
19th September 2024
Expected contracts from the US Armed Forces will see the company build a new facility in Virginia, as well as improving and expanding its manufacturing capabilities in Pennsylvania.
18th September 2024
The MU5 has been designed as a mesh networking system. It has seen service with dismounted troops and on uncrewed systems.
18th September 2024
Babcock has developed the mortar system in co-operation with Singapore Technologies but any production for the UK will focus on local manufacture.
18th September 2024
Designed for the Italian Navy, the simulator was presented at Mine Countermeasures Forces Command in La Spezia.
18th September 2024
Previous efforts to replace the British Army’s light vehicles have failed and the process to buy replacements has now been set targets on a reasonably tight deadline.
18th September 2024
The Caméléon LG UGV includes remote operational capabilities and real-time hazard detection.
18th September 2024
Slipway Systems were also supplied for Singapore’s eight Independence-class Littoral Mission Vessels.
18th September 2024
Maximise the role of SitaWare Frontline in delivering sensor-based intelligence across all echelons.
18th September 2024
Make it an unfair fight, with the EA-37B. Deny, degrade, and disrupt the enemy.
18th September 2024
The MilDef equipment will support artillery systems ordered in 2023 and delivery will be expected by the end of 2025.
17th September 2024
Saab delivered the fourth GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft to the UAE earlier this year with the fifth aircraft concluding the order.
17th September 2024
The facility, which cost €21 million to construct, will be able to house 1,000 people and provide a home for exercises and crisis situations.
17th September 2024
KNDS Deutschland has set up its own Canadian entity to facilitate the deal and will also build a dedicated maintenance and repair centre.
17th September 2024
The UAS, which detects and tracks drone swarms, will be demonstrated to the US Air Force Global Strike team in January 2025.
17th September 2024
If the position or navigation information of your defence assets are compromised, they are as good as useless.