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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

Philippines receives its first two Shaldag craft from Israel

7th September 2022

The first two of nine Shaldag fast attack craft have reached Philippine shores.
Land Warfare

Slovenia orders Spike LR2

6th September 2022

The acquisition of Spike LR2 will help the Slovenian military maintain combat preparedness, according to the country’s MoD.
Uncrewed Vehicles

Expert claims ‘decentralised’ approach holds back USAF next-generation UAV ambitions

6th September 2022

Despite a number of Skyborg test successes, a defence expert has questioned how the development of next generation drones will advance without activities being concentrated and clear requirements set out.
Naval Warfare

Two carriers are better than one

6th September 2022

While the recent problems with HMS Prince of Wales are regrettable, the incident has vindicated the UK's decision to purchase two aircraft carriers.
Uncrewed Vehicles

Norway launches market study for VTOL UAV

6th September 2022

The Norwegian defence procurement agency NDMA aims to award a contract for VTOL UAVs in 2026.
Uncrewed Vehicles

Baykar ramps up TB2 production capacity, pins faith in Ukraine

6th September 2022

The manufacturer of the combat-proven Bayraktar TB2 armed UAV is making new investments to increase production capacity, as it also looks to broaden its collaboration with Ukraine.
Land Warfare

Saab kindles international interest with MSHORAD live firing test

6th September 2022

Saab expects to market its compact and portable MSHORAD for protection of mobile units such as mechanised brigades.
Air Warfare

Rolls-Royce nets US contracts worth $1.8 billion over five years

6th September 2022

The two DoD contracts awarded to Rolls-Royce will cover the service of USN and USMC aircraft engines over the next five years.
Uncrewed Vehicles

Ukraine receives THeMIS for casualty evacuation missions

6th September 2022

A single THeMIS UGV has been supplied to Ukraine to assist in casevac and logistics operations.
Defence Notes

Embraer completes C-390/KC-390 firefighting flight tests

6th September 2022

The Modular Airborne Fire Fighting System will eventually be certified for installation aboard Embraer tanker aircraft ordered by Brazil, Hungary and Portugal.
Land Warfare

Czech Republic starts talks with Sweden for purchase of CV90s

6th September 2022

In order to replace its obsolete fleet of BVP-2 (BMP-2), the Czech Republic started negotiating the acquisition of CV90 IFVs with the Swedish government.
Land Warfare

Nioa to supply NZDF personnel with SureFire suppressors

6th September 2022

Nioa will distribute rifle suppressors for use by elite military and law enforcement personnel in New Zealand.
Air Warfare

UK and US sow seeds in Australia for respective Wedgetail programmes

5th September 2022

The UK and US have personnel embedded in Australia to learn the ins and outs of the E-7A Wedgetail.
Digital Battlespace

Northrop Grumman to develop radar technology for NATO drone

5th September 2022

Northrop Grumman will develop, implement, test and sustain Radar Technology Insertion Program technology for NATO.
Naval Warfare

US Navy aircraft carrier weapon crews to receive ballistic shields

5th September 2022

Lateral and centre panel assemblies will provide advanced protection for crewed weapon stations aboard USN nuclear-powered aircraft carriers.
Naval Warfare

Wisdom of Solomons? Shifting power dynamics in the Indo-Pacific

5th September 2022

While Pacific island nations may be small, including maritime zones, they constitute 15% of the world’s surface, and crucially they carry weight in international institutions such as the UN. Considering these factors, the Solomon Islands’ growing relationship with China is geopolitically significant.
Naval Warfare

Lockheed Martin gains more Aegis Weapon System capability build work for US Navy

5th September 2022

Lockheed Martin continues to integrate the Aegis Weapon System aboard Arleigh Burke-class vessels.
Defence Notes

When the shoe fits: Greece looks to US and Israel for UAV and counter-drone solutions

5th September 2022

Greece aims to buy Israeli C-UAS equipment and it also plans to acquire the MQ-9B SeaGuardian — albeit for a hefty price.
Land Warfare

DoD procurement chief signals GMLRS production boost

5th September 2022

Output of rocket systems for HIMARS must ‘at least double’, says US Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition & Sustainment.