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Paris Air Show 2025: GA-ASI unveils the PELE air-launched UAV

The air-launched PELE has been designed to extend the sensing capabilities of the MQ-9B and its user service through various payloads.

Paris Air Show 2025: Portugal signs for sixth C-390 Millennium aircraft with 10 options for future European acquisition

Portugal was the second country to purchase the C-390 Millennium aircraft for its air force, originally signing for five aircraft in 2019. This order marks the first time an operator has signed an additional order for the C-390.

Naval Warfare

Ireland orders Thales towed array sonar

Ireland has a large Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) which extends 370km (200nm) offshore and contains 75% of the transatlantic subsea cables which carry $10 trillion in financial transactions daily. The country is investing to increase protection and surveillance of these waters.

Land Warfare

Paris Air Show 2025: MBDA bets on carmaker to help make new one-way effector

The One-Way Effector (OWE) is a ground-launched missile or drome designed to act as a swarm to overwhelm air defence systems. It was displayed for the first time in Paris this week.

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Naval Warfare

How Turkish shipyard ASFAT is engaging in Pakistan’s maritime expansion

15th December 2023

Since delivering the first Babur-class corvette last September, ASFAT has targeted future growth in the Indo-Pacific market by engaging in a new project with Pakistan for future frigates.
Land Warfare

Thales’ personal EW system Storm 2 set for 2025 launch

15th December 2023

Information on Storm 2 was first revealed by Shephard in May last year when the primary focus of the system was counter-IED. The concepts of operation for the system have since changed .
Defence Notes

US awaits parliamentary approval to access Swedish military bases

14th December 2023

A defence cooperation agreement between Sweden and the US will enable the Pentagon to preposition stocks and conduct operations in Swedish territory.
Land Warfare

Leonardo and KNDS set sights on Leopard MBT via cooperation agreement

14th December 2023

In July the Italian Government said it was planning to buy 125 German Leopard MBT and in November Leonardo CEO Roberto Cingolani said the company was looking to get involved in the programme to upgrade the tanks.
Air Warfare

Germany seals record-breaking contract for up to 82 Airbus H145M helicopters

14th December 2023

The German Armed Forces has signed a contract to procure up to 82 Airbus H145M multi-role helicopters, marking the largest-ever order for this model.
Land Warfare

Kongsberg to supply more air defence systems to Lithuania

14th December 2023

The National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS) was originally developed by Kongsberg and Raytheon to meet the requirements of the Royal Norwegian Air Force but is now in service with 13 countries.
Naval Warfare

Singapore’s Formidable-class frigates contracted for upgrade

14th December 2023

With the oldest Republic of Singapore Navy Formidable-class frigate now 15 years old, the entire fleet will be upgraded by ST Engineering.
Air Warfare

GCAP alliance signs treaty for sixth-generation fighter and establishes UK as programme HQ

14th December 2023

Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) nations Italy, Japan and the UK signed a treaty for the sixth-generation fighter, but the selection of the UK as headquarters has sparked involvement and workshare discussions.
Land Warfare

Vehicles ordered for Poland’s PILICA+ short-range air defence system

14th December 2023

The PILICA+ system, an intermediate solution between the lowest and middle layers of the Polish multi-layer air and missile defence system, has been based on the operational PSR-A PILICA system.
Land Warfare

BAE Systems wins $8.8 billion deal to continue Holston Army Ammunition Plant operations

14th December 2023

The deal will see BAE Systems continue the modernisation of the plant to ensure its future and improve manufacturing processes.
Digital Battlespace

Northrop Grumman to provide Defense Intelligence Agency with cloud services

14th December 2023

Neptune Phoenix, a nine-year, single-award contract, will include lifecycle management, engineering, design, development, purchasing, prototyping, data analysis, and test and evaluation.
Land Warfare

Latvia makes its largest defence investment in air defence system

13th December 2023

Latvia and Estonia have committed to purchasing Diehl IRIS-T SLM medium-range air defence systems with the system set to provide a substantial boost to Latvia’s air defence capabilities.
Air Warfare

Poland begins AW101 Merlin helicopter induction as final delivery approaches

13th December 2023

The Polish Navy has initiated the induction of its first Leonardo AW101 Merlin anti-submarine warfare helicopter, with three aircraft stationed at the Naval Aviation Brigade air base and a fourth undergoing Polish system modifications.
Training

German military to expand use of VBS4 for training enterprise

13th December 2023

The Bundeswehr's long-standing association with the VBS training solution has reached a new milestone with the procurement of the VBS4 enterprise license.
Air Warfare

UK's New Medium Helicopter programme faces further uncertainty due to potential Airbus H145 procurement

13th December 2023

The UK MoD’s decision to potentially purchase six H145 helicopters for specific operational requirements in Brunei and Cyprus has sparked uncertainty about the much anticipated New Medium Helicopter programme.
Land Warfare

Pearson integrates AI-driven explosive detector with UAV

13th December 2023

Threat-Sense uses AI to identify the presence of ordnance and has been designed to enhance operational decision making in the field or on route.
Digital Battlespace

NATO selects companies for innovation hub

13th December 2023

NATO launched it DIANA programme in 2021 to provide a network of technology test centres and accelerator sites that harness civilian innovation within the defence industry.
Defence Notes

Be immersed in pioneering tech innovation at World Defense Show 2024

13th December 2023

Journey to the Future at World Defense Show 2024 offers an interactive experience showcasing defence tech innovation and emerging trends across five domains.
Air Warfare

How are modern small tactical unmanned aerial systems reshaping the landscape of warfare?

12th December 2023

Discover Aeronautics' Role in Redefining Tactical Warfare Through Innovative UAV Solutions