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France mulls new turret options to increase its VBCI IFV’s firepower

27th March 2026

The proposed enhancements could better position the French Army’s armoured infantry fighting vehicle for future export campaigns.

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CH-47 Chinook: why the iconic helicopter design is still a heavy-lift contender (updated 2026)

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From its emergence as a ground-breaking design in the 1950s to its widespread deployment in diverse operations worldwide, the Chinook continues to leave an indelible mark on the aviation landscape. Shephard sums up the helicopter’s latest developments.

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ASDOT gains pace

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The UK’s Air Support to Defence Operational Training (ASDOT) requirement has been ratcheted up following the declaration that Cobham Special Missions had signed a teaming …

Gibraltar’s anti-ram barriers receive USACE approval

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Gibraltar’s anti-ram barriers receive USACE approval

17th July 2017

Eight new Gibraltar anti-ram barrier systems have been approved by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Protective Design Center, the company announced on 12 July.The …

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Thales sonar for Type 26 frigates

17th July 2017

Thales has received a contract from BAE Systems to equip the Royal Navy’s first three Type 26 frigates with its anti-submarine warfare sonar, the company …

Australia shortlists simulation requirement

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Australia shortlists simulation requirement

17th July 2017

Australia has down-selected two consortia to compete for its JP 9711 Core Simulation Capability (CSimC) requirement. CSimC is aimed at upgrading and expanding the Australian …

Fincantieri cuts steel for Italian Navy LHD

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Fincantieri cuts steel for Italian Navy LHD

17th July 2017

Fincantieri has cut first steel for the Italian Navy’s Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) at its Castellammare di Stabia shipyard in Italy, the company announced on 12 …

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Netherlands requests AGM-114R Hellfire missiles

17th July 2017

The US is considering a potential foreign military sale (FMS) of AGM-114R Hellfire missiles and Captive Air Training Missiles (CATM) to the Netherlands, the Defense …

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14th July 2017

Orbital ATK has won a $48 million follow-on rocket motor sustainment contract from the US Missile Defense Agency (MDA), the company announced on 12 July. Under …

Air Power 2017: USAF relearning peer capabilities

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Air Power 2017: USAF relearning peer capabilities

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The US Air Force is having to relearn capabilities required for operations against peer or near-peer opposition following extended operations over Iraq, Afghanistan and Syria. …

BAE’s EW systems for SOCOM C-130Js

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BAE’s EW systems for SOCOM C-130Js

14th July 2017

BAE Systems has received a $67 million contract modification to provide new electronic warfare (EW) systems for the US Special Operations Command’s (SOCOM's) fleet of …

Schiebel receives NATO mine detector order

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Schiebel receives NATO mine detector order

14th July 2017

Schiebel has received a contact from the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) to deliver 700 units of the AN-19/2 Mine Detecting Set, the company …

Damen, Metal Shark partner for NCPVs

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Damen, Metal Shark partner for NCPVs

14th July 2017

Damen Shipyards has entered into a partnership with Metal Shark to construct up to 13 Damen SPa 2606 patrol boats, Damen announced on 12 July. …

French Army revolution continues

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French Army revolution continues

14th July 2017

The French Army’s ambitious Scorpion modernisation programme, which will see the service completely refresh its vehicle and C2 technologies, is coming closer to fruition with …

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