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Powerful, long-range electromagnetic attack capabilities
Dominate the electromagnetic spectrum. Make it an unfair fight with the EA-37B.
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Anduril and Rheinmetall to bring capabilities to Europe with domestic production “on the table”
Anduril’s partnership with German defence firm Rheinmetall will see the two companies co-develop and deliver a European range of Anduril’s air systems, including Fury and Barracuda, and work on solid rocket motors.
Naval Warfare
Indonesia’s PT PAL reveals details about Red White Frigates
The frigates are based on Babcock’s Arrowhead 140 design but are substantially changed and include a range of Turkish weapons such as radars, sonar, guns and electronic warfare systems.
Naval Warfare
Japan to nationally assemble ESSM Block 2 missiles
RTX Raytheon will supply missile kits, parts and components to Mitsubishi Electric Corporation for the production of Evolved Sea Sparrow Missiles Block 2.
Land Warfare
Sweden to purchase IRIS-T air defence systems for $930 million
This recent purchase of the medium-range air defence system adds to the country’s ongoing efforts to ramp up its overall defence readiness and capabilities.
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Land Warfare
Analysis: Israel makes inroads into Africa
7th April 2017
With high-end solutions, competitive pricing and expeditious delivery times, Israel is rapidly strengthening its position as one of the main players in weapons exports to …
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Land Warfare
LAAD 2017: ASTROS artillery stays on target
7th April 2017
Brazil's rocket artillery modernisation and acquisition programme remains on track to meet its full entry into service in 2020.Jose Julio Dias Barreto, the ASTROS 2020 …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
Rajant’s Kinetic Mesh selected for Intellos A-UGV
7th April 2017
Sharp Electronics will use Rajant's Kinetic Mesh wireless technology as the wireless communications infrastructure platform for its Intellos automated unmanned ground vehicle (A-UGV), the company …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
Exocetus eyes new markets after acquisition
7th April 2017
Following on from the acquisition of the rights to the Coastal Glider AUV, officials at Exocetus Autonomous Systems are looking to expand usage in the …
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Land Warfare
BAE signs Estonia CV90 support contract
7th April 2017
BAE Systems has been awarded contracts by the Estonian government to support the country's fleet of CV9035 infantry fighting vehicles (IFV). The company announced the …
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Digital Battlespace
GDUK wins UK battlefield network contract
7th April 2017
General Dynamics UK will design and develop the UK's next-generation tactical communication and information system as the initial phase of the MORPHEUS programme. The company …
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Digital Battlespace
Thales, PT Len extend MoU
7th April 2017
Thales' Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indonesia's PT Len has been extended to include cooperation in combat management systems (CMS) in the country.The MoU was …
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Digital Battlespace
LAAD 2017: Amazon-watch services on offer
7th April 2017
The Brazilian military has an acute need for more observation systems to watch its extensive Amazon border region.The Brazilian Air Force has released a tender …
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Land Warfare
India approves K9 artillery buy
7th April 2017
India approved an approximately $650 million procurement of 100 tracked self-propelled howitzers (SPH) of 155mm 52-calibre, with an option for 50 more, on 29 March.Larsen …
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Defence Notes
LAAD 2017: Gripen incoming
6th April 2017
The first flight of the Brazilian Air Force's new Gripen E fighter will take place in the second quarter of 2017.Mikael Franzen, DG of Gripen …
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Naval Warfare
Electric gun for Phalanx tested
6th April 2017
Raytheon has successfully tested a new electric gun for the Phalanx Close-In Weapon System, the company announced on 4 April.The weapon upgrade, which is part …
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Land Warfare
LAAD 2017: Brazil FMS upgrades roll on
6th April 2017
Mistaken reports of the arrival of the first upgraded M109A5+ self-propelled howitzer to the Brazilian Army have been rebuffed by manufacturer BAE Systems.The company has …
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Defence Helicopter
LAAD 2017: Leonardo looks to further South American footprint
6th April 2017
Leonardo Helicopters noted that although the market remains slow in South America, the company is confident in its sales growth, pointing to the sale of …
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Special Operations
SAS 2017: 3D printing meets swimmer delivery?
6th April 2017
While at first glance, the US Navy's Optionally Manned Technology Demonstrator looks like an elongated Mk VIII SEAL delivery vehicle (SDV), the new tech demonstrator …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
OceanServer Technology acquired by L3
6th April 2017
L3 Technologies has acquired OceanServer Technology, the company announced on 4 April. The business has been renamed as L3 OceanServer and will be integrated into …
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Military Logistics
SOFINS: Airbus DS details A400M milestones
6th April 2017
Airbus Defence and Space used the recent SOFINS exhibition to detail the latest achievements of its A400M aircraft and the fact the tactical transporter is …
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Land Warfare
LAAD 2017: Budget delays projects (video)
6th April 2017
Gen Div Guido Amin Naves of the Brazilian Army speaks with Shephard about current programmes and the economic challenges facing future projects.With budget restrictions influencing …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
SAS 2017: USCG envisions UAS blend
6th April 2017
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has made no secret of its interest in small unmanned aircraft systems (SUAS) for shipboard operations aboard its new …
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Defence Helicopter
LAAD 2017: Helibras outlines helo upgrade prospects
6th April 2017
Brazilian helicopter manufacturer Helibras, based in Itajubá, Brazil, is looking to grow further through additional Panther and Dauphin upgrades.Currently, there are two ongoing contracts at …
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