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France and UK to resume and upgrade Storm Shadow/SCALP production
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Land Warfare
Arquus and Milrem push their UGVs fitted with long-range missiles
Arquus displayed the Drailer uncrewed ground vehicle (UGV) integrating the Akeron LP long-range missile at the Techterre technology demonstrator event ahead of trials in September.
Land Warfare
Czech CAESAR howitzer order at risk of cancellation
The Czech Republic ordered 52 CAmion Equipé d’un Système d’ARtillerie (CAESAR) self-propelled howitzers (SPHs) in 2021 and added another 10 a year later. A cancellation of the programme would impact both the army’s capabilities and local industry which is involved in the manufacture.
Air Warfare
Boeing E-7A still in South Korean AEW&C competition, despite dropout reports
The E-7A is one of three aircraft submitted for the South Korean AEW&C II competition, which seeks to acquire four more aircraft of the type for its air force by 2028.
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Military Logistics
New weapon management system introduced
11th November 2019
WeaponLogic has developed a new system for the management of large calibre weapon system fleets called WeaponLogic Eco System, the company announced on 11 November. …
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Defence Notes
Turkish defence industry eyes opportunity in Ukraine
11th November 2019
Major Turkish defence companies are increasingly looking to position themselves in the Ukrainian market, attempting to promote their products and services countrywide and partnering with …
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Naval Warfare
Fifth Guardian-class patrol boat delivered
11th November 2019
Austal has delivered the fifth Guardian-class patrol boat to the Australian Department of Defence, the company announced on 8 November. The vessel, RSIPV Gizo, has …
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Digital Battlespace
Kratos announces new C5 product orders
11th November 2019
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions’ Kratos Microwave Electronics Division (KMED) has received order worth $15 million in support of command, control, communication, computing and combat …
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Defence Helicopter
UAE requests CH-47F helicopters from US government
11th November 2019
The US State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale of CH-47F Chinook helicopters to the United Arab Emirates (UAE).The UAE …
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Military Logistics
Invisio receives Belgian follow-on order
11th November 2019
The Belgian Army has placed a follow-on order with Invisio for communication and hearing protection systems. The order was received in partnership with main contractor, …
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Training
JF Taylor contracted to support USN training
8th November 2019
JF Taylor has been awarded $109.4 million to develop simulation systems and software to support training for the US Navy’s Integrated Battlespace Simulation and Test …
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Naval Warfare
Saab sees clear growth path in Finland
8th November 2019
Saab is setting out its stall for its participation in the Finnish Squadron 2020 programme, in which it will play a significant role, as part …
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Defence Helicopter
Lockheed appoints new lead for FVL work
8th November 2019
Lockheed Martin has appointed Andrew Adams to lead the company’s pitch for the US Army’s Future Vertical Lift (FVL) requirements. Adams will oversee all strategic …
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Digital Battlespace
DSIT wins contract for Portable Acoustic Range system
8th November 2019
Underwater sonar and acoustic specialists DSIT Solutions has won a tender to supply its Portable Acoustic Range (PAR) system to an undisclosed navy, the company …
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Defence Notes
USAF orders SDB rounds for USSOCOM
8th November 2019
Boeing has been awarded a multimillion-dollar contract to provide several hundred Laser Small Diameter Bombs, as well as associated warhead shipping containers, to be used …
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Defence Notes
Asia-Pacific dominates MPA market
8th November 2019
The global market for procurement of new maritime patrol aircraft (MPAs) is forecast to be worth $28 billion between 2019 and 2029 and is dominated …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
John Deere and VoloCopter introduce agricultural UAV
8th November 2019
John Deere and Volocopter have introduced a new jointly-developed agricultural unmanned aerial vehicle. The VoloDrone UAV is equipped with a John Deere crop protection sprayer, …
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Defence Notes
Podcast: Land, sea and air manufacturing capabilities dominate discussions as guided munitions and fixed-wing markets get the once-over
8th November 2019
Welcome to Episode 42 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
Hensoldt UK introduces Manta NEO INS
8th November 2019
Hensoldt UK has introduced its newest generation of integrated navigation systems (INS) for vessels, the Manta NEO. Deriving from the legacy Manta variant, the NEO …
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Military Logistics
US Army contracts GA-EMS for hydrogen generator prototype
8th November 2019
General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) has been awarded a contract by the US Army Contracting Command to develop a high-pressure hydrogen generation system to support …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
Lockheed and USAF carry out ATHENA C-UAV testing
8th November 2019
Lockheed Martin has demonstrated alongside the US Air Force the ability of its Advanced Test High Energy Asset (ATHENA) laser weapon system to engage and …
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Land Warfare
Lockheed tests PAC-3 performance
8th November 2019
Lockheed Martin has demonstrated the PAC-3 Cost Reduction Initiative (CRI) interceptor’s ability to counter tactical ballistic missile targets during testing that took place at White …
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Digital Battlespace
LEO to provide ‘game changing’ capability
7th November 2019
Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite technology is set to provide a ‘game-changing’ capability for armed forces demanding flexible and cost-effective connectivity almost anywhere in the …
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