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The procurement announcements emphasise the Dutch Ministry of Defence’s response to NATO’s call for heavier combat capabilities for land operations.
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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.
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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.
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Military Logistics
Upgraded engine flies on C-130H
6th December 2016
A US Air Force C-130H aircraft has flown with a new upgraded Rolls-Royce engine with preliminary flight data showing positive results for fuel efficiency and …
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Naval Warfare
Blighter C400 series radar introduced
6th December 2016
Blighter Surveillance Systems has introduced a new member of its Blighter radar portfolio designed for coastal security, the Blighter C400. The Blighter C400 series is a …
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Naval Warfare
Two new harbour patrol boats for Russian Navy
6th December 2016
Russia’s Northern Fleet reported taking on strength in November with the addition of two newly-built Project 21980 Grachanok harbour protection boats. Built by Rybinsk-based Vympel …
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Lithuania to receive M577 from Germany
6th December 2016
The Lithuanian armed forces has signed a contract with the German Ministry of Defence for the acquisition of 168 M577 armoured personnel carriers. The contract …
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Russia reverses tank mothballing
6th December 2016
The Russian MoD has announced plans to refurbish and upgrade its T-80BV MBT inventory in a reversal of a decision taken three years ago. In …
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Safran turbine blade production automated
6th December 2016
Safran Helicopter Engines has commenced full manufacture of its turbine blades on a new automated production line, the company announced on 1 December. Every turbine blade …
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Land Warfare
More weapon system upgrades for Bushmaster
6th December 2016
The Australian government has announced that additional army Bushmaster vehicles are to be upgraded with new weapon systems under an $11.2 million contract with Thales Australia. …
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Digital Battlespace
GPS constellation has upgraded control system
5th December 2016
The US Air Force’s Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite constellation has a new fully operational upgraded ground control system, Lockheed Martin announced on 1 December. …
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Military Logistics
Halifax class modernisation complete
5th December 2016
The final frigate of Canada’s Halifax Class Modernization project has been transferred back to the Department of National Defence, marking the end of the programme. …
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Training
I/ITSEC 2016: Projection meets audio advancements in simulation (video)
5th December 2016
Projection experts Barco showcased its exhibit the newest member to its 4K UHD laser phosphor projector family at I/ITSEC in Orlando. The company also demonstrated its …
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Land Warfare
FWS-CS sight for US Army
5th December 2016
A $384 million contract announced on 30 November will see BAE Systems deliver specialized crew served weapon sights to the US Army over the next …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
FLIR Systems Acquires Prox Dynamics
5th December 2016
FLIR Systems has acquired Norway’s Prox Dynamics, manufacturer of the Black Hornet nano UAS, FLIR announced on 30 November. The purchase, for approximately $134 million, …
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Training
I/ITSEC 2016: Barco unveils the F70
5th December 2016
Although seen by Shephard in 2015 in a whisper suite, I/ITSEC 2016 saw Barco unveil its F70 4K projector to the public. The laser phosphor …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
French National Gendarmerie selects NX70
5th December 2016
Novadem will supply France’s National Gendarmerie with the NX70 UAS under a contract announced on 30 November. The company will deliver 19 UAS which will …
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Defence Helicopter
Croatia receives final OH-58Ds from US
5th December 2016
Croatia has received the final batch of OH-58D Kiowa Warrior helicopters purchased from excess US defence stock, bolstering its existing fleet of five aircraft received …
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Digital Battlespace
Ajax to get TALIN navigation technology
5th December 2016
General Dynamics Land Systems UK has selected Honeywell's TALIN inertial land navigation technology for installation on the British Army's new Ajax armoured fighting vehicles, Honeywell …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
THeMIS Adder UGV in testing
5th December 2016
A weaponised variant of the THeMIS unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) developed by Milrem has undergone live fire testing, Milrem announced on 30 November. The variant …
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Training
Turkey selects new training aircraft
5th December 2016
Turkey will acquire new training aircraft from Pakistan in a deal signed at the IDEAS exhibition in Karachi on 23 November. The 52 Super Mushshak trainer …
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Defence Notes
Korean defence companies enjoy explosion
4th December 2016
South Korean defence companies exploded amongst the ranks of the top 100 global defence companies, according to data released by the Stockholm International Peace Research …
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UK RAF’s Protector programme hits new milestones, more aircraft expected this year
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BAE Systems expands Amphibious Combat Vehicle family with modular capabilities for future missions
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Netherlands bolsters armed forces with Leopard tanks and Puma UAS fleet upgrades
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UK RAF’s Protector programme hits new milestones, more aircraft expected this year
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What capabilities could the US supply to Saudi Arabia under the $142 billion deal?
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Helsing unveils new AI-enabled uncrewed underwater glider
