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Defence Notes

Europe turns to industrial and procurement co-operation with Ukraine as supplies continue

Equipment has continued to flow into Ukraine from the European Union (EU), NATO and western countries as the war against Russia continues but other types of support with longer-term prospects are appearing.

Land Warfare

Australia invests $1.4 billion in additional AMRAAM buy

Some of the missiles ordered can be used on the F/A-18F Super Hornet, EA-18G Growler and the F35-A Lightning.

Land Warfare

Armies turn to armour and self-defence as support vehicles near the frontline

Combat losses of support and logistics vehicles in recent conflicts have highlighted the need for greater protection and even self-defence capabilities. What options are available to turn a basic truck into a survivor on the battlefield?

Naval Warfare

US Coast Guard enhances Arctic protection with a new Fast Response Cutter

After commissioning, FRC Frederick Mann will operate in Alaska and perform multiple missions.

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Defence Helicopter

French Army, Air Force Cougars to be refurbished

23rd December 2009

The French defence procurement agency, the DGA, has ordered the refurbishment of five Cougar helicopters. Four of the aircraft are operated by the Army, fifth …
Land Warfare

France Orders 53 High-Mobility Vehicles from Hagglunds AB

23rd December 2009

Defense Minister Hervé Morin announced the order of 53 Vehicules de Haute Mobilité (VHM) for the French Army. It is the first installment of a …
Defence Helicopter

BAE Systems equips US Army helicopters with infrared countermeasures

23rd December 2009

BAE Systems has successfully installed the Advanced Threat Infrared Countermeasures (ATIRCM) system on U.S. Army CH-47D Chinook aircraft. The ATIRCM system is a laser-based, directable …
Defence Helicopter

Korea Coast Guard orders another AW139 Helicopter

22nd December 2009

AgustaWestland is pleased to announce that the Korean Government has signed a contract for one more AW139 medium-twin helicopter in Maritime Patrol configuration for the …
Defence Helicopter

First four Lynx Mk9A helicopters delivered just 12 months after contract award

22nd December 2009

AgustaWestland has announced that the first four upgraded Lynx Mk.9A helicopters for the British Army have been delivered, with the fourth aircraft delivered today, just …
Defence Helicopter

Bulgarian Ministries of Finance and Interior order an AW139 to meet border police requirement

22nd December 2009

AgustaWestland has announced that the Ministries of Finance and Interior of Bulgaria have ordered an AW139 medium twin helicopter to meet the latest Bulgarian Border …
Defence Helicopter

Swiss Air Force receives 20th Eurocopter EC635 Helicopter

22nd December 2009

The Swiss federal procurement, technology and real estate competence centre, armasuisse, handed over the last of 20 EC635 helicopters to the Swiss Air Force. The …
Land Warfare

Brazilian Army Signs EUR 2.5 billion Defence Vehicle Supply Contract

22nd December 2009

Iveco Defence Vehicles announces that on December 18, 2009 the Brazilian Army signed a contract for the supply of 2,044 units of the base model …
Defence Helicopter

Swiss Air Force takes final EC635

22nd December 2009

The last of 20 EC635 helicopters for the Swiss Air Force has been assembled and is ready for delivery. The Swiss Government's procurement agency, armasuisse …
Defence Helicopter

QinetiQ brings Combined Aerial Target Service for Mirach online

22nd December 2009

QinetiQ has officially brought into service the Mirach advanced sub-sonic aerial target, as part of the Combined Aerial Target Service (CATS) contract for the UK's …
Land Warfare

BAE Systems receives French order for BvS10 Mk II all-terrain vehicle

22nd December 2009

BAE Systems has been awarded a contract by the Direction générale de l'armement (DGA) - French Armament Procurement Agency - for 53 BvS10 MkII vehicles, …
Defence Helicopter

Mexican Air Force takes delivery of Bell 412s

22nd December 2009

Mexican Air Force pilots gather with US dignitaries and officials for a group photo in front of one of the five Bell Helicopters delivered to …
Digital Battlespace

Saab sells the ARTHUR radar system to Italy

22nd December 2009

Defence and security company Saab has signed a contract for the sale of its ARTHUR WLS (Weapon Locating System) to the Italian Army. The order …
Defence Helicopter

Albania signs up for Cougars

21st December 2009

The Albanian Defence Ministry has signed a contract to purchase five Eurocopter AS532AL Cougars for its armed forces. The contract was signed during a ceremony …
Defence Helicopter

AVIC hails first flight of the EC175/Z-15

21st December 2009

Chinese congomerate, AVIC has celebrated the first flight of the EC175/Z-15 helicopter. The new seven-ton helicopter, has been jointly built by Eurocopter and long-term partners …
Military Logistics

Logistics Bridge Supports Afghan Conflict

18th December 2009

The Defense Department moves troops and supplies into land-locked Afghanistan via an air-and-land logistics "bridge" that transits Central Asia, a senior defense official said at …
Defence Helicopter

Boeing Delivers 1st Mk3 Chinook to UK Royal Air Force

18th December 2009

Boeing Defence UK have confirmed the November 30 delivery of the first converted Chinook Mk3 helicopter to the Royal Air Force (RAF). Following the delivery, …
Defence Helicopter

Norwegian Bell 412s celebrate 100,000 hours in the air

18th December 2009

The Norwegian Air Force's fleet of Bell 412s have celebrated a milestone 100,000 flight hours. The event was marked with the celebratory signing of a …
Defence Helicopter

MV-22 Osprey arrives at MCAS Miramar

18th December 2009

Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 161 entered a new era in aviation Saturday as the MV-22 Osprey landed to begin the replacement of the CH-46 “Sea …