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Air Warfare

Paris Air Show 2025: Poland orders Apache targeting systems and will establish local support facility

In 2024, Poland agreed to purchase 96 Boeing AH-64E Apache combat helicopters in a deal worth as much as US$12 billion. The deal included 97 AN/ASQ-170 modernised target acquisition and designation sight/AN/AAR-11 modernised pilot night vision sensors (M-TADS/PNVS).

Air Warfare

Paris Air Show 2025: Airbus and France sign framework agreement for VSR-700

The framework agreement is for the future acquisition of the system under the French Navy’s SDAM programme. The agreement also paves the way for cooperation with other nations via government-to-government agreements.

Air Warfare

Paris Air Show 2025: Milkor and Hanwha partner to integrate the latter’s SAR payload into the Milkor 380

Hanwha Systems and Milkor announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the Paris Air Show to integrate the Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) system into the Milkor 380 drone.

Air Warfare

Paris Air Show 2025: A400M production moved forward as development plans outlined

It is more than a decade since the Airbus A400M tactical lift aircraft entered service. More than 130 aircraft are in service around the world with nine countries, while another order has been made by Indonesia. The company is now looking to lower operational costs and increase the number of potential missions.

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Uncrewed Vehicles

Shark Robotics showcases its Colossus firefighting UGV at Eurosatory 2024

19th June 2024

Shark Robotics’ Colossus is an uncrewed ground vehicle developed with the Paris Fire Brigade, capable of carrying heavy payloads, operating in extreme temperatures, and featuring remote and future AI-based autonomous control.
Land Warfare

European MBT market shifts: KNDS and Rheinmetall unveil competing platforms

19th June 2024

KNDS and Rheinmetall have been showcasing competing new MBT models at Eurosatory 2024, reflecting shifts in European defence procurement amid the ongoing continental conflict.
Land Warfare

Eurosatory day three: Images from across the show

19th June 2024

An eventful day three of Eurosatory 2024 comes into focus with our pick of the best images from across the show.
Land Warfare

Texelis outlines 6x6 Celeris and ongoing work on 8x8 variant at Eurosatory

19th June 2024

Texelis and Nexter, a KNDS company, manufacture the Serval 4x4 lightweight multi-role armoured vehicle together but Texelis has started selling the rolling chassis of the vehicle as a separate system.
Defence Notes

Defence cooperation in Europe: Views on the current situation from the EDA

19th June 2024

The European Defence Agency (EDA) has been using its platform at Eurosatory to emphasise its role in enhancing EU defence capabilities through collaboration and outlined its future priorities.
Uncrewed Vehicles

Counter-UAS laser being considered for use at Paris Olympics

19th June 2024

Cilas is showcasing its HELMA-P counter-UAS laser weapon at Eurosatory 2024 – which is being considered for use at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games – to detect, track and neutralise drones up to 1km away.
Digital Battlespace

Transforming Military Communications | Intelsat Interview at Eurosatory 2024

19th June 2024

Learn about the importance of data in modern conflicts and humanitarian efforts and how Intelsat's technologies, such as software-defined networking and virtualisation, are meeting these evolving needs.
Land Warfare

Future-Proofing Defence | EOS Interview at Eurosatory 2024

19th June 2024

Learn about EOS's pioneering advancements in high-energy laser weapon systems for countering drones and UAS, alongside their expertise in satellite communication terminals.
Land Warfare

KNDS pitches new Leopard 2 variant as 'gap-filler' to MGCS next-gen tank

19th June 2024

The Leopard 2 A-RC 3.0 focuses on protection and firepower by taking the crew out of the turret, providing a 30mm cannon for C-UAS use and offering a 130mm or 140mm main gun option. It can be built new or delivered as an upgrade option for existing Leopard 2s to fill the 10-year gap before the Main Ground Combat System enters service.
Land Warfare

Babcock adds another member to the GLV family

19th June 2024

Babcock’s adaptation of the Toytota Land Cruiser 70 is leaning on the platform’s decades of service and predicted long future, and has been on show at Eurosatory 2024.
Naval Warfare

Could compact submarines become part of future naval warfare?

19th June 2024

Low-profile submarines can provide diverse advantages to navies including improved mobility and flexibility.
Land Warfare

Rheinmetall eyes German Army requirement with new artillery rocket system

19th June 2024

The GMARS wheeled artillery rocket launcher offers greater mobility than the tracked M270 MLRS and double the firepower of the M142 HIMARS, and can support next-generation munitions. Germany has a requirement for 70 launchers and many other NATO armies are looking to renew or supplement their indirect fire capabilities.
Land Warfare

Four issues the armoured vehicle industry needs to tackle

18th June 2024

As evident at Eurosatory 2024, the procurement of armoured vehicles is progressing, but some projects have stalled or been abandoned due to the fluid geopolitical and conflict landscape. Buyers, manufacturers and operators have been reassessing their needs, desires and capabilities amid tightening budgets and escalating demands.
Digital Battlespace

Enhancing Military Operations | Intelsat Interview at Eurosatory 2024

18th June 2024

Learn how Intelsat pioneers technologies like 5G and virtualisation to enhance military communications, enabling seamless and real-time data sharing.
Land Warfare

Securing Space: Innovations in Defence Technology | EOS Interview at Eurosatory 2024

18th June 2024

Discover how EOS utilises high-power lasers to safeguard space assets by precisely assessing and monitoring their orbital environments.
Digital Battlespace

Empowering Sovereign Space Infrastructure | Intelsat Interview at Eurosatory 2024

18th June 2024

Discover the advantages of partnering with commercial partners for comprehensive satellite solutions.
Land Warfare

Eurosatory day two: Images from across the show

18th June 2024

A selection of image highlights from across the exhibition floor at Eurosatory 2024.
Land Warfare

How to Enhance C2 with Interoperable Communications

18th June 2024

Interoperable, mobile, and scalable networks are needed to meet the requirements of modern warfare
Uncrewed Vehicles

How Airbus’s UH-72 Unmanned Logistics Connector is revolutionising USMC logistics

18th June 2024

Unveiled in early 2024, the UH-72 Logistics Connector is a pivotal component of the Aerial Logistics Connector (ALC), aimed at addressing the logistics needs of the US Marine Corps (USMC).