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GDELS unveils Nemesis 155mm SPG at FEINDEF

GDELS has unveiled the Nemesis self-propelled artillery system, combining the ASCOD chassis with KNDS’s Artillery Gun Module to enhance European artillery capabilities.

US approves $1.45 billion sale to UAE for CH-47 Chinooks and F-16 sustainment

Both the possible sale for six Chinook helicopters and F-16 sustainment will bolster existing UAE fleets and the country’s position as a US partner and ally, according to the DSCA.

US Army cancels FTUAS and the MQ-1 Gray Eagle as part of the Army Transformation Initiative

Last week, it was revealed that the US Army intended to cancel the long-running Future Tactical UAS (FTUAS). The revelation, no doubt part of the Army Transformation Initiative (ATI), came a week after the force highlighted that it would cancel the procurement of Gray Eagle aircraft.

Naval Warfare

US Coast Guard faces the “greatest readiness challenge since World War II”, says Homeland Security Secretary

The service currently has diverse problems in its procurement programmes and capability gaps in its inventory, writes Shephard’s North America editor Flavia Camargos Pereira.

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Land Warfare

Poland working to increase artillery capability

10th March 2025

Poland’s old Russian 122mm 2S1 self-propelled (SP) artillery system is being replaced by Krab and K9 SP artillery systems which both fire standard NATO 155mm ammunition.
Air Warfare

Boeing secures $569 million contract to support Royal Australian Air Force’s E-7 Wedgetail

10th March 2025

The fleet of six E-7A Wedgetail aircraft is based at RAAF Base Williamtown and will reportedly support up to 170 jobs in the region.
Land Warfare

EMOC 120mm lightweight mortar system targeted at British Army requirement

10th March 2025

EMOC can be fitted with an 81mm or a 120mm smooth bore barrel and when in the travelling position is horizontal. For firing, it is deployed over the rear arc until the baseplate contacts the ground.
Digital Battlespace

Airbus launches final CSO observation satellite for French Armed Forces

7th March 2025

Airbus was awarded the Composante Spatiale Optique (CSO) contract at the end of 2010. This included an option for a third satellite, which was activated after Germany joined the programme in 2015.
Air Warfare

Anduril to supply loitering munitions to Ukraine with UK funding

7th March 2025

Since July 2024, the UK Government has provided more than £5.26 billion in support to Ukraine, including £3 billion in annual military aid and a £2.26 billion loan for defence spending. The latest deal will see Anduril supply Altius-600M and Altius-700M loitering munitions.
Naval Warfare

Denmark places $184 million contract for Naval Strike Missiles

7th March 2025

The missiles are being purchased through a government-to-government sale with Norway and will be operated from Iver Huitfeldt-class frigates.
Air Warfare

Leonardo and Baykar join forces to develop uncrewed aerial systems

6th March 2025

Baykar’s AKINCI drone will be the first focus platform for the joint venture, with the first prototype targeted for development in 12 to 18 months.
Land Warfare

Leopard MBT: Alpha beast gets a reboot (updated 2025)

6th March 2025

Leopard MBTs are German-made main battle tanks that have been in service since the Cold War and have undergone several upgrades to remain competitive in modern warfare. This article traces the history and development of the Leopard 1 and 2, its variants, its operational service and its future prospects.
Naval Warfare

Navantia combat systems selected for Chinese-built Thai LPD

6th March 2025

The landing platform dock, believed to be the largest naval vessel that China has exported, will see the Chinese-built vessel embrace Western technology.
Uncrewed Vehicles

Jammer resistant drone designs spark search for countermeasures

6th March 2025

The Russia-Ukraine conflict has driven another stage of evolution for drones and the counter measures to defend against them.
Land Warfare

Vietnam orders self-propelled howitzers from South Korea

6th March 2025

Vietnam turns to Hanwha Aerospace as it looks to reduce reliance on Russian military systems.
Naval Warfare

Why USNORTHCOM would struggle to defeat China in the Arctic

6th March 2025

Not having enough naval and C4ISR capabilities to patrol and monitor the region would the US at risk in a conflict with China in the Arctic region.
Air Warfare

Europe will “struggle” to fill capability gaps left by US-Ukraine aid pause

6th March 2025

Europe’s capacity to fill the capability gaps created by the US pause on military aid to Ukraine is uncertain, according to analysts, but European defence industry leaders have stressed their readiness to meet demand.
Air Warfare

Will tomorrow’s US Air Force fleet be pilotless?

6th March 2025

The US Air Force has been showing an increasing interest in adding trusted uncrewed capabilities to its aircraft inventory.
Air Warfare

Boeing delivers last Apache AH-64E Guardian attack helicopter to British Army

6th March 2025

The helicopters have been remanufactured using common parts from the British Army AH-64 MkI fleet with the 17 not being converted going for a range of uses such as engineering, ground handling and other training.
Air Warfare

Initial flight testing completed of LRASM anti-ship missile on F-35

5th March 2025

The AGM-158C Long Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM) is a precision-guided, anti-ship standoff missile based on the Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile-Extended Range (JASSM-ER). It is being developed to meet US requirements and in 2020 the sale was approved to Australia of up to 200 LRASM for an estimated cost of US$990 million.
Land Warfare

World Defense Show 2026 to unite global and local innovation

5th March 2025

Saudi Arabia’s showpiece event for the defence industry will return in 2026 as it attempts to foster global defence collaboration, promote opportunity within the Kingdom and demonstrate technological innovation from across the Middle East.
Defence Notes

UK Parliament told that Europe needs to do more within NATO and undertake reforms

5th March 2025

Speaking before a committee on European affairs, the speakers addressed recent developments following an eventful few days. During this period, the UK pushed for increased support for Ukraine, while the EU eased budget constraints to allow for greater defence spending. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic, US President Donald Trump introduced tariffs that could impact the defence industry.
Air Warfare

Aselsan conducts live-fire test of Gözde guidance kit with F-16 aircraft

5th March 2025

The test is a first for the kit, developed via a partnership between Aselsan and Tübitak SAGE, to hit a high-speed moving target.