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Czech CAESAR howitzer order at risk of cancellation
The Czech Republic ordered 52 CAmion Equipé d’un Système d’ARtillerie (CAESAR) self-propelled howitzers (SPHs) in 2021 and added another 10 a year later. A cancellation of the programme would impact both the army’s capabilities and local industry which is involved in the manufacture.
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Boeing E-7A still in South Korean AEW&C competition, despite dropout reports
The E-7A is one of three aircraft submitted for the South Korean AEW&C II competition, which seeks to acquire four more aircraft of the type for its air force by 2028.
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France pushes for 80% workshare as FCAS programme nears critical development stage
Tensions on the programme have long simmered, with Airbus and Dassault recently clashing over workshare in June ahead of the Paris Air Show. The sixth-generation fighter programme is due to replace Rafale and Eurofighter Typhoon jets beginning in 2040.
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Sweden turns to Nammo and Rheinmetall as world demand grows for 155mm shells
Demand for ammunition continues to increase with manufacturing capability growing to match. Sweden have turned to the two supply lines of Rheinmetall and Nammo as part of a Nordic effort to meet demand. The Polish Government has also announced a US$700 million investment to boost manufacture of munitions.
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Measure, DJI partner for UAV innovation
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With the UK government expected to confirm its order for the P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft (MPA) during the Farnborough International Airshow 2016 (FIA 2016), …
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Farnborough 2016: NH90 Sea Lion roaring to go
4th July 2016
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Training
Farnborough 2016: Rockwell Collins advances LVC training
4th July 2016
As live, virtual constructive (LVC) simulation becomes more of a training reality, Rockwell Collins demonstrated its capabilities through an LVC exercise on 28 June in Toulose. …
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Farnborough 2016: Brexit fears hover over UK aerospace
4th July 2016
Coming as a welcome relief at a time when the political climate is in a state of flux post-Brexit is the news that the UK aerospace industry …
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Digital Battlespace
Farnborough 2016: BIRD Aerosystems to showcase AMPS-MV
4th July 2016
BIRD Aerosystems will present its latest Airborne Missile Protection System (AMPS) configuration, the AMPS-MV, on an MI-8 helicopter at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA 2016). …
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Military Logistics
Ingalls signs LHA 8 contract
4th July 2016
Huntington Ingalls Industries’ shipbuilding division is to build a new America-class amphibious assault ship, LHA 8, under a $272.47 million contract from the US Navy …
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Land Warfare
India test fires MRSAM
4th July 2016
India has successfully conducted the test firing of a Medium Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) at its integrated test range off the coast of Odisha, India, …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
Boeing opens UAV research lab
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Boeing has opened a research laboratory in Missouri to test software and hardware that will allow autonomous land, sea and air vehicles to work together …
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Land Warfare
PLA unveils Hong Kong kit
4th July 2016
The Hong Kong Garrison of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) displayed two new pieces of equipment at open days in the territory on 1-2 July. …
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Pratt & Whitney to expand engine maintenance
4th July 2016
Pratt & Whitney has announced plans to invest $65 million in its engine overhaul facility in Columbus, Georgia, to upgrade the facility to perform maintenance …
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Defence Notes
Indian Navy gets Varunastra torpedo
4th July 2016
The Indian Navy has taken delivery of Varunastra, a ship-launched heavy-weight torpedo, the Indian Ministry of Defence announced on 29 June. Varunastra has been developed …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
SOCOM extends Aerosonde ops
2nd July 2016
The US Special Operations Command (SOCOM) has awarded a contract extension for the provision of small and medium UAS operations to AAI Corporation, according to …
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Military Logistics
Centerra to support US Navy bases
1st July 2016
Centerra Group has received an eight-year, $72 million contract from the US Navy to provide Base Operations Support services at multiple locations across Singapore, it …
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Defence Notes
US 4th Fleet prepares for P-8A Poseidon
1st July 2016
A Boeing P-8A Poseidon has arrived at Cooperative Security Location (CSL) Comalapa, El Salvador, in preparation for deployment with the US Navy's 4th Fleet, the …
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Training
Cubic integrates ACMI into CWES
1st July 2016
Cubic Global Defense (CGD) has successfully integrated the Air Combat Maneuvering Instrumentation (ACMI) system onboard the Royal Canadian Air Force's F-18 aircraft to the Canadian …
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Defence Helicopter
Serbia gets first two Mi-17V-5s
1st July 2016
Russian Helicopters has made the delivery of two Mi-17V-5 medium military-transport helicopters to Serbia’s Ministry of Defence, the company announced on 29 June. The helicopters …
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MBDA to supply missiles to Qatar
1st July 2016
MBDA Italia has received a contract worth around $1.12 billion to supply the Qatar Emiri Naval Forces (QENF) with missiles for their new Fincantieri naval …
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FLIR acquires Armasight for $41 million
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FLIR Systems has acquired precision optics company Armasight for around $41 million, it announced on 28 June, with the acqusition set to enhance FLIR's tactical …
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