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Air Warfare

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.

Defence Notes

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.

Land Warfare

GDELS unveils Nemesis 155mm SPG at FEINDEF

GDELS has unveiled the Nemesis self-propelled artillery system, combining the ASCOD chassis with KNDS’s Artillery Gun Module to enhance European artillery capabilities.

Air Warfare

US approves $1.45 billion sale to UAE for CH-47 Chinooks and F-16 sustainment

Both the possible sale for six Chinook helicopters and F-16 sustainment will bolster existing UAE fleets and the country’s position as a US partner and ally, according to the DSCA.

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Air Warfare

IDEX 2025: GIDS aims to set the loitering munition market ablaze

19th February 2025

At IDEX 2025, Global Industrial Defence Solutions (GIDS) unveiled the Blaze family of loitering munitions: the Blaze-25, Blaze-50 and Blaze-75.
Air Warfare

IDEX 2025: Airbus in talks with UAE firms on primary production for A400M

19th February 2025

Airbus working to build on long-standing relationships with Emirati firms to boost its A400M prospects in the country. If successful, it has said it could see a need for eight to 10 aircraft to replace the UAE air force’s ageing C-130 aircraft.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: MARSS delivers two more protection systems for naval bases in the Middle East

19th February 2025

NiDAR, which protects against threats through real-time data fusion, has been designed to provide faster detection, tracking, classification and response to potential threats.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: John Cockerill showcases stealth recon vehicle, but is Nimr partnership over?

19th February 2025

John Cockerill Defense (JCD) has brought its i-X 4x4 protected reconnaissance vehicle to IDEX 2025. The i-X was developed as a private venture to meet potential demand for a fast, stealthy and highly mobile platform.
Land Warfare

Final two contenders for key £2 billion British Army training contract selected

18th February 2025

The two remaining bidders for the flagship Army Collective Training Service (ACTS) contract will move on to the next 20-week phase to select the British Army's Strategic Training Partner.
Uncrewed Vehicles

L3Harris launches Amorphous software for control of uncrewed platforms

18th February 2025

The new Amorphous software is a universal controller that would allow a single operator to control a swarm of “thousands” of uncrewed systems, from drones to underwater platforms.
Naval Warfare

Aselsan test-fires Turkey’s first indigenous naval defence missile

18th February 2025

The test of the Goksur missile is regarded as a pivotal moment of Turkey’s journey towards developing an indigenous naval defence capability.
Air Warfare

IDEX 2025: Teal Drones set to sign for US Army production

18th February 2025

Red Cat subsidiary Teal Drones was awarded US Army contract for the Short Range Reconnaissance Tranche 2 (SRRT2) programme last year but final negotiations towards a production contract signature are underway.
Air Warfare

IDEX 2025: L3Harris Viper Shield “on timeline” as first upgrade customer launch targeted for mid-2025

18th February 2025

L3Harris’ Viper Shield, an all-digital, fully integrated electronic warfare system for the F-16, is aiming for deliveries by late-2025, as the company explores a variety of upgrade options to further futureproof the system.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: IAI pushes ahead with new systems as international interest is roused in Iron Dome

18th February 2025

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) CEO Boaz Levy spoke to Shephard about the company’s decades-long development of it missile portfolio, at a time when countries around the world have been demonstrating a growing appetite in procuring national missile defence systems.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: NORINCO unveils SH16A artillery system for Middle East market

18th February 2025

NORINCO’s SH16A self-propelled howitzer combines mobility, protection and precision firepower. Its claimed uniqueness is debatable, however, given similarities to Germany’s RCH-155 which is already in production.
Defence Notes

Ukraine leads the way on battlefield use of directed energy weapons

18th February 2025

Increased drone use in Ukraine and in Middle Eastern conflicts has created a strong impetus to develop laser and radio-frequency firepower as exploration of direct-energy technology intensifies.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: Does this up-armoured T-90 tank mean Russia has learnt Ukraine war lessons?

18th February 2025

After significant losses of the T-90 main battle tank (MBT) in the Ukraine conflict, Russia's UralVagonZavod has developed and tested a series of upgrades to enhance the survivability of the platform, with the result on display in Abu Dhabi this week.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: DroneShield heralds “incredibly strong” start to 2025, as it works to overcome capacity challenges

18th February 2025

The Australian counter-UAS software and hardware provider is looking to significantly increase revenue and scale to match its growing sales footprint with customers across the globe.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: Could ST Engineering’s 120mm mortar be in the frame for UAE service?

18th February 2025

ST Engineering is working with Emirati company International Golden Group (IGG) to market its 120mm Ground Deployed Advanced Mortar System (GDAMS) in the region.
Naval Warfare

NAVDEX 2025: MAESTRAL JV wins €500 million UAE Navy support contract

17th February 2025

The major contract awarded at NAVDEX 2025 will steer fleet maintenance in the UAE Navy across the next five years.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: Milrem releases Havoc details and teases with news of another platform coming

17th February 2025

Milrem Robotics has focused on innovative tracked uncrewed ground vehicles in the past but is now developing a wheeled platform and is reaching out to find partners.
Naval Warfare

Royal New Zealand Navy to reactivate OPV while awaiting fleet modernisation

17th February 2025

HMNZS Otago will perform the duties of the written-off HMNZS Manawanui until an upcoming renewal process is completed.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2025: FNSS rolls out new turret

17th February 2025

FNSS Savunma Sistemleri has unveiled the latest iteration of its TEBER-II turret at IDEX 2025, showcasing a remote-controlled version that enhances firepower while optimising vehicle space.