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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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29th March 2017

Two base AS565 MBe Panther platforms have arrived in Indonesia for completion by PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI), Airbus Helicopters announced on 29 March. The Indonesian …

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IAI announces targeting and surveillance pod order

29th March 2017

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has signed a $200 million contract with an unnamed Asian air force customer to provide targeting and surveillance pods, the company …

Companies submit bids for Polish helo tender

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Companies submit bids for Polish helo tender

29th March 2017

Initial bids for Poland's anti-submarine and special forces helicopter tender have been submitted, Poland's Armament Inspectorate has announced.The requirement for a total of 16 helicopters …

Esterline visual systems for Typhoon trainers

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Esterline visual systems for Typhoon trainers

29th March 2017

BAE Systems has awarded a contract to Esterline to deliver two visual systems to the Eurofighter Typhoon simulator facilities at Royal Air Force Lossiemouth in …

SOFINS: ​Airvada unveils inflatable UAVs

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SOFINS: ​Airvada unveils inflatable UAVs

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French start-up company Airvada is presenting its range of innovative DIODON inflatable unmanned air vehicles (UAVs) at SOFINS, near Bordeaux.The idea which led to the …

​SOFINS: Nexter unveils new ARX 25 turret variant

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​SOFINS: Nexter unveils new ARX 25 turret variant

29th March 2017

French equipment manufacturer Nexter is showcasing the concept for its new ARX 25 'Low Profile' turret designed specifically for special forces (SF) use at the …

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Honeywell wins ESPC contract from USAF

29th March 2017

The US Air Force (UASF) has awarded Honeywell a $243 million facility modernisation project at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma City, the company announced …

Sky-Futures, Bristow look to un/manned future

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Sky-Futures, Bristow look to un/manned future

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Sky-Futures and Bristow Group have carried out interoperability testing with a helicopter and UAS, Sky-Futures announced on 27 March.The work is being carried out as …

Belarus upgrades armour

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Belarus upgrades armour

29th March 2017

The Belarus military has given the go-ahead for two programmes to upgrade the Land Forces armour inventory. It will be undertaken by domestic companies, which …

FC/ASW concept phase programme launched

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FC/ASW concept phase programme launched

29th March 2017

The French DGA and UK Ministry of Defence have launched the joint concept phase of the Future Cruise/Anti-Ship Weapon (FC/ASW) programme with MBDA, with an …

​SOFINS: Airbus DS to deliver armed C295

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​SOFINS: Airbus DS to deliver armed C295

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Airbus DS has revealed its latest plan for the fitting of weaponry to its C295 transport aircraft, which will turn the aircraft into a fire …

Brazil approves Cacador UAV

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