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Union slams “self-sabotage” of UK government over Typhoon production
The UK Ministry of Defence remains resolute that the Typhoon sits at the heart of the country’s air defence capabilities and is focused on the aircraft’s potential export orders, despite its continued focus on F-35 procurement.
Land Warfare
Malaysia signs for two additional GM400α air surveillance radars
The order is in addition to two systems ordered in 2023. It forms part of a family of systems which is becoming widely used and part of a growing demand for the capability, both in deliveries and requirements.
Air Warfare
South Korea considers cancellation of second AH-64E Apache helicopter purchase
The likely scrapping of Boeing’s Apache helicopter comes after a huge budget cut approved by the South Korean National Assembly. The helicopter procurement had already been reconsidered by the country’s Joint Chiefs of Staff earlier in the year.
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US Coast Guard to receive the largest single acquisition funding in its history
The nearly $25 billion investment will cover USCG procurement of cutters, aircraft, helicopters, training simulators and Polar capabilities over the next four years.
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Land Warfare
Elbit Systems to deliver howitzers to IDF
1st April 2019
Elbit Systems has received a $125 million contract from the Israeli Ministry of Defense (IMoD) to deliver fully automatic self-propelled howitzer gun systems for the …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
Blue Bear opens 5G-enabled UAS test facility
1st April 2019
Blue Bear has opened its 5G-enabled beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) flight test facility in Bedfordshire, UK, the company announced on 26 March. The …
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Land Warfare
Leonardo DRS to support SGF-FLIR programme
1st April 2019
Leonardo DRS has received a $67 million contract to provide vehicle-based infrared sensors for surveillance and fire control systems on a variety of US Army …
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Military Logistics
LIMA 2019: RMAF focuses on MRO out of necessity
1st April 2019
The Malaysian government put a positive gloss on LIMA 2019 in Langkawi, stating that MYR3.67 billion’s ($913.8 million) worth of deals was concluded. These included …
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Naval Warfare
BAE Systems to support USS Anchorage upgrades
1st April 2019
BAE Systems has received a $41.8 million contract to perform routine maintenance and modernisation of the US Navy’s amphibious transport dock ship, USS Anchorage (LPD …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
L3, Sonardyne introduce 6G-enabled AUVs
1st April 2019
L3 Technologies, together with Sonardyne, will offer 6G-enabled capability across its commercial autonomous vessel product range, the company announced on 26 March. L3’s C-Stat 2 …
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Military Logistics
Jacobs to support USAF’s PEX software
1st April 2019
Jacobs has received the Patriot Excalibur (PEX) software and systems engineering support contract from the US Air Force, the company announced on 26 March. Under …
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Digital Battlespace
India's ASAT test reflects space race
1st April 2019
India’s Mission Shakti, an anti-satellite (ASAT) missile test carried out on 27 March by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), makes it the fourth …
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Naval Warfare
First Improved Kilo for the Russian Pacific Fleet launched
31st March 2019
The Admiralteyskye Verfy shipyard near St Petersburg, Russia, launched the first Project 636.3 Improved Kilo-class diesel-electric attack submarine for the Russian Pacific Fleet on 28 …
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Digital Battlespace
LIMA 2019: Malaysia installing local CMS on frigate
29th March 2019
The upgrade of the combat management system (CMS) on KD Jebat, one of two Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) Lekiu-class frigates, is proceeding, and the project …
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Land Warfare
Oshkosh Defense develops L-ATV ambulance
29th March 2019
Oshkosh Defense has developed a new Light Tactical All-Terrain Vehicle (L-ATV) Ambulance designed to offer protection for medical crews and wounded personnel during combat operations, …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
Israeli drone boutique in major pilot security project
29th March 2019
CopterPix Pro, a small Israeli startup is embarking on an innovative homeland security pilot project together with the local council of Hof Ashkelon, a coastal …
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Land Warfare
DeepStrike missile completes PDR
29th March 2019
Raytheon, with the US Army, has completed a successful preliminary design review (PDR) of the DeepStrike surface-to-surface missile, the company announced on 26 March. The …
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Naval Warfare
Germany's MKS 180 programme on track says MoD
29th March 2019
The decision on the preferred design for Germany's MKS 180 next generation surface combatant is still on track according to the country’s MoD, despite concerns …
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Military Logistics
Austal to build additional EPFs
29th March 2019
Austal has received a $261.78 million contract to deliver two additional Expeditionary Fast Transport (EPF) ships to the US Navy, the company announced on 26 …
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Military Logistics
Leonardo DRS receives MSD V4 systems contract
29th March 2019
Leonardo DRS has received a contract from the US Army to provide ruggedised next-generation maintenance and testing systems, the company announced on 26 March. The …
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Digital Battlespace
Chinese cyber-attack targets maritime suppliers
29th March 2019
The security of computer networks and digital systems represents a growing area of concern for both civilian and state-owned entities active in the maritime domain, …
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Defence Notes
Podcast: South African Army chief on budget issues; ITEC committee chair on simulation and training trends
29th March 2019
Welcome to Episode 10 of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more. Sign up to an early email alert of future podcasts here.
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Naval Warfare
LIMA 2019: MMEA continues to bolster its fleet
29th March 2019
Progress is visible in a major effort to bolster the seagoing fleet of Malaysia’s coast guard, known as the Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA), with two …
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US Army’s Precision Strike Missile moves into production phase after test successes
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British Army considers purchasing the NEMO 120mm mortar turret for the Patria 6×6
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UK to receive 27 additional F-35 aircraft by end of decade
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