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New US$1.4 billion package to boost Canada’s defence capabilities

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New US$1.4 billion package to boost Canada’s defence capabilities

30th March 2026

The Canadian defence department has outlined major investments in ISR solutions, small arms and ammunition production capabilities as the country pushes for greater self-reliance to bolster its forces and its supply chain.

US Navy to acquire and test uncrewed surface vessel prototypes by the end of FY2026

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US Navy to acquire and test uncrewed surface vessel prototypes by the end of FY2026

30th March 2026

The new autonomous surface vessels are planned to be operationally fielded in FY2027, following the completion of on-water trials.

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APU gives Thai howitzers greater mobility

3rd August 2017

The Royal Thai Army (RTA) has developed an auxiliary power unit (APU) designed for installation aboard its 155mm GHN-45 towed howitzers to give them autonomous …

Sikorsky refurbishing Black Hawks for Australian fire-fighting

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Sikorsky refurbishing Black Hawks for Australian fire-fighting

3rd August 2017

Sikorsky Australia is to refurbish ten ex-US Army UH-60A Black Hawk helicopters for firefighting and disaster relief operations in Australia. The A$63 million contract announced …

Boeing completes KC-46 electromagnetic testing

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Boeing completes KC-46 electromagnetic testing

2nd August 2017

Boeing, the US Air Force and Naval Air Systems Command have completed electromagnetic testing for the KC-46air refuelling tanker, it was announced on 27 July. …

German Army Tiger helicopter crashes in Mali

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German Army Tiger helicopter crashes in Mali

2nd August 2017

An Airbus Helicopters Tiger attack helicopter belonging to the German Helicopter Detachment (HELIDET) based in Gao, Mali, crashed South of Tabankort on 26 July according …

US Navy looks for guidance

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US Navy looks for guidance

2nd August 2017

The US Navy has released an RfI to support a planned FY18 live fire demonstration of technologies related to the Naval Surface Fire Support (NSFS) …

US Army orders fifth JLTV batch

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US Army orders fifth JLTV batch

2nd August 2017

Oshkosh Defense will deliver additional Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTV) to the US Army under an order announced on 1 August. The order, valued at …

US Army explores cold weather ‘boot gap’

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US Army explores cold weather ‘boot gap’

2nd August 2017

The US Army Contracting Command, on behalf of the army’s product manager for clothing and individual equipment, has announced its intent to award two firm …

Italy’s OPTSAT-3000 satellite launched

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Italy’s OPTSAT-3000 satellite launched

2nd August 2017

The Italian Ministry of Defence’s OPTSAT-3000 satellite has been launched from the Kourou European spaceport in French Guiana today, 2 August. The satellite was delivered by …

Revamped HMS Montrose completes sea trials

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Revamped HMS Montrose completes sea trials

2nd August 2017

The British Royal Navy’s Type 23 frigate HMS Montrose has returned to Plymouth following a successful trials period at sea, it was announced on 31 …

Brazilian Army eyes new utility helicopters

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Brazilian Army eyes new utility helicopters

2nd August 2017

The Brazilian Army is paving the way to launch an acquisition procedure to replace its incumbent fleet of Cougars and Black Hawks. The army currently operates …

SOCOM identifies experimentation opportunities

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SOCOM identifies experimentation opportunities

2nd August 2017

USSOCOM released a public notice on 25 July outlining its next planned round of Technical Experimentation (TE) activities. The semi-annual TE ‘events’ are one of …

BAE to establish defence hub in Victoria

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BAE to establish defence hub in Victoria

2nd August 2017

BAE Systems Australia will establish a new hub at Fishermans Bend in Victoria, combining its Victorian maritime, aerospace and land businesses into a single facility, …

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