Defence news and analysis - Page 2032

US Navy to invest nearly $12 billion in maritime uncrewed systems and naval munitions in FY2026

Forming part of the Reconciliation Bill, the funding will support multiple efforts involving autonomous capabilities, interceptors, missiles, rockets and torpedoes.

France unveils new strategic review as Macron vows to accelerate defence spend

The 2025 National Strategic Review highlights the importance of readiness against a growing Russian threat and was published days after a speech from the French President Macron who called for an increase in defence spending worth €6.5 billion by 2027.

Digital Battlespace

Australia looks towards space with force restructure, investment and training

Australia is looking to improve its presence in space with a focus on communications and creating a dedicated segment of its defence forces committed to the domain.

Air Warfare

“Gloves are off” as US Defense Secretary memo calls for sweeping drone procurement reform

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has promised to usher in a new era of “military drone dominance”.

More Stories

Uncrewed Vehicles

NLR does research on establish a competencies profile for UAS operator

14th May 2010

The demand for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) is rising, both nationally and internationally. Unmanned aircraft can, for instance, be used to monitor dikes, inspect borders …
Defence Helicopter

EW 2010: How do you solve a problem like a laser?

13th May 2010

Later this week, the laser celebrates its 50th anniversary. But while the laser has changed many of our lives for good, it's causing headaches for …
Defence Helicopter

SOFEX 2010: Hellfire II for delivery to customers in 2012-13

13th May 2010

The latest configuration of Lockheed Martin's Hellfire air-to-ground missile could be delivered to customers as soon as financial years (FY) 2012-13, the company has revealed. …
Defence Helicopter

SOFEX 2010: Jordan signs up for AH-6i

13th May 2010

The Government of Jordan has signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) with Boeing at the Special Operations Forces Exhibition (SOFEX) on 12 May, aimed at …
Military Logistics

BAE Systems wins Pan European readiness and sustainment contract

13th May 2010

BAE Systems has been awarded a five year contract worth in the region of £150m by Eurofighter GmbH to provide an avionic equipment repair support …
Land Warfare

SOFEX 2010: Jordan to receive Jeep 18 ISVs and J8s

13th May 2010

Jordan Armed Forces are set to receive an undisclosed number of Jeep J8 patrol and Hunter internal security vehicles (ISVs) after signing deals at the …
Digital Battlespace

Boeing delivers modernised High Frequency Communications System for Australia

13th May 2010

Boeing Defence Australia, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, has announced that the Modernised High Frequency Communications System (MHFCS) has completed testing and …
Land Warfare

SOFEX 2010: New LSVs unveiled

13th May 2010

A new selection of light strike vehicles (LSVs) is being unveiled to special forces in anticipation of requirements for a mobile, stealthy and fast multi-purpose …
Defence Helicopter

Eurocopter's helicopter capabilities for Middle East defense and homeland security are spotlighted at the 2010 SOFEX show in Jordan

13th May 2010

The mission capabilities of Eurocopter helicopters produced for Middle East military services and law enforcement agencies are being highlighted at this week's 2010 Special Operations …
Defence Helicopter

25 Mi-type helicopters flew over Red Square on Victory Day

13th May 2010

The sky of the Russian capital was measured in MILes! On the 9th of May the parade dedicated to the 65 years anniversary Victory in …
Military Logistics

Rockwell Collins selected for Boeing NewGen Tanker team

13th May 2010

Boeing's NewGen Tanker will feature the same advanced Rockwell Collins flight deck technology that is being supplied to the 787 Dreamliner. In addition to the …
Land Warfare

Oshkosh Defense receives $5 million award for HEMTT Light Equipment Transporters

13th May 2010

Oshkosh Defense, a division of Oshkosh Corporation, has received an award valued at more than $5 million from the US Army TACOM Life Cycle Management …
Land Warfare

SOFEX 2010: Pakistan General describes counter-insurgency difficulties

12th May 2010

The commander of Pakistan's special forces has described the difficulties in conducting counter-insurgency operations along the border with Afghanistan, the Middle-East Special Operations Commanders Conference …
Uncrewed Vehicles

General Dynamics Robotic Systems completes cuccessful Autonomous Navigation System critical design review

12th May 2010

General Dynamics Robotic Systems' Autonomous Navigation System (ANS) program has successfully completed its Critical Design Review (CDR). General Dynamics Robotic Systems is a part of …
Military Logistics

Pratt & Whitney delivers 1,000th F117 engine to US Air Force

12th May 2010

Pratt & Whitney delivered the 1,000th F117 engine powering the C-17 Globemaster III transport aircraft to the United States Air Force. Four Pratt & Whitney …
Digital Battlespace

Raytheon links combat systems for networked lethality at Army exercise

12th May 2010

Raytheon Company networked an array of combat systems during a US Army experimental force exercise to evaluate existing and emerging capabilities for improved situational awareness …
Land Warfare

Spartan Motors receives MRAP subcontract from BAE Systems

12th May 2010

Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc., a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc., has been awarded a $6.8 million subcontract order from defense contractor BAE Systems to support …
Military Logistics

Lockheed Martin completes delivery of C-130J airlifters for Royal Norwegian Air Force

11th May 2010

Lockheed Martin completed deliveries of the four C130Js ordered by the Royal Norwegian Air Force at a ceremony here today with US and Norwegian officials. …
Defence Helicopter

Lockheed Martin receives AMF JTRS contract options to produce additional equipment for tactical communications network

11th May 2010

Lockheed Martin announced that it has received additional contract options that increase the quantity of equipment being produced for the Airborne, Maritime/Fixed Station Joint Tactical …