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Air Warfare

UK RAF’s Protector programme hits new milestones, more aircraft expected this year

Further tests will be carried out on the existing fleet, ahead of the Royal Air Force’s anticipated transition from MQ-9A Reaper aircraft to the MQ-9B Protector by the end of 2025.

Defence Notes

What capabilities could the US supply to Saudi Arabia under the $142 billion deal?

Multiple questions involving the largest US Foreign Military Sale in history remain unanswered.

Land Warfare

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.

Air Warfare

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.

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Defence Notes

DSEI 2021: Anduril and jHub seal deal under TALOS programme

13th September 2021

The UK MoD has awarded Anduril Industries a £3.8 million ($5.2 million) contract to support its TALOS programme. Under the new contract, expected to last …
Training

DSEI 2021: RAF says Waddington will be MQ-9B global training hub

13th September 2021

The UK is to build a Protector International Training Centre at RAF Waddington, hoping to attract operators from around the world.
Defence Notes

DSEI 2021: PPM displays COTS RF over fibre proof of concept

13th September 2021

PPM explores RF over fibre and extends range with Trival distribution deal.
Land Warfare

New Latvian APCs receive information systems

13th September 2021

Savox’s integrated information systems have been selected to be installed on Latvia’s 200 new armoured vehicles.
Land Warfare

DSEI 2021: Hard-kill C-UAS solution embraces UGV technology

13th September 2021

Estonian and UK firms team up with solution to counter threats posed by UAVs and loitering munitions.
Naval Warfare

DSEI 2021: RN outlines future fleet vision

13th September 2021

A concept for containerised modular systems is on track to enter service over the next decade.
Defence Notes

Canada orders HF receivers from Rohde & Schwarz

13th September 2021

German company to replace HF receivers used by Canadian armed forces.
Training

Babcock & Leonardo add to FAcT Team

13th September 2021

More FAcT movement as the Babcock Leonardo Canadian Aircrew Training partnership adds strategic partners.
Air Warfare

Iran introduces new air search radar

13th September 2021

Iran has shown off a new air surveillance radar and associated C2 air defence system.
Land Warfare

DSEI 2021: Polaris puts MRZR Alpha on show

13th September 2021

MRZR Alpha all-terrain vehicle will stay in the UK after DSEI for briefings and demonstrations.
Land Warfare

Australia engineers new plant

12th September 2021

The Australian military engineering plant is due for a rolling overhaul.
Naval Warfare

MSPO 2021: Miecznik schedule solidifies

11th September 2021

PGZ sheds more light on the timeframe for development and construction of three new multi-purpose frigates for the Polish Navy.
Naval Warfare

India joins league of nations with missile tracking vessel

11th September 2021

India now possesses its first missile tracking vessel, which had been laid down in 2014.
Air Warfare

DSEI 2021: Airbus pitches H175M UK production for RAF’s New Medium Helicopter acquisition

10th September 2021

As competition intensifies across industry to fight it out for the RAF's New Medium Helicopter acquisition, Airbus has announced a compelling production plan.
Air Warfare

US Navy awards new IFF tech deal for E-2D Hawkeye

10th September 2021

BAE Systems secured a $26 million contract to provide IFF for the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye aircraft.
Land Warfare

Sweden receives eye protection systems from Revision Military

10th September 2021

Military Protective Eyewear Systems were acquired in 2020 under a seven years contract. They were manufactured under rigorous specifications and customization requirements to suit the needs of the Swedish Armed Forces.
Naval Warfare

USN exercises submarine rescue contract option

10th September 2021

Oceaneering International supports USN submarine rescue systems.
Land Warfare

Czech MoD proceeds with IFV procurement

10th September 2021

Experts from the Czech MoD and army will analyse IFV offers from BAE Systems, GDELS and Rheinmetall Landsysteme.
Land Warfare

MSPO 2021: Partners seal framework agreement for Narew

10th September 2021

Polish SHORAD programme takes a step forward at MSPO.