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Battle management C2 systems are driving the next phase of integrated air defence

24th April 2026

Battlefield and wider air defence C2 systems integrating a range of agnostic sensors have risen in prominence, from Turkey’s Aselsan developing Steel Dome to Northrop Grumman providing its own system to Poland and the US Army.

Japan’s first warship sale opens door to future exports but comes with strings attached

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Japan’s first warship sale opens door to future exports but comes with strings attached

24th April 2026

Australia’s selection of an upgraded Mogami-class frigate marks Japan’s first-ever export of a major surface combatant. With an ambitious 2029 delivery target, the deal could open the door to further naval exports – but inexperience and geopolitical friction with China loom large.

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20th March 2017

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Rosborough Boats awarded RHIB contract

20th March 2017

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20th March 2017

A step towards the production of a new amphibious vehicle for the Turkish marines has been taken that could offer the service new capabilities. Turkey's …

Thailand modernises V-150 into HMV-150

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The Royal Thai Navy (RTN) has chosen domestic company Panus Assembly to modernise its V-150 4x4 armoured vehicles. To be re-designated as the HMV-150, they …

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Upgraded CPT turrets delivered to Australia

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Thales and its subcontractor Thomas Global have successfully delivered nine upgraded Crew Procedural Trainer (CPT) turrets for the Australian Army's Australian Light Armoured Vehicle (ASLAV), …

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The United States Marine Corps (USMC) has introduced an upgrade to its currently-fielded Mossberg M500A2 pump-action shotguns, which optimise the weapons for ballistic door breaching …

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LIMA 2017: Malaysia could train Saudi submariners

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LIMA 2017: Malaysia could train Saudi submariners

19th March 2017

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17th March 2017

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Kraken, Fraunhofer sign licensing agreement

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Kraken, Fraunhofer sign licensing agreement

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