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Air Warfare

CH-47 Chinook: why the timeless helicopter design is still a heavy-lift contender on the modern battlefield

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 latest developments and tells you everything you need to know about the workhorse of many armies and air forces in the 2020s.

Land Warfare

Singapore Army tests AI in tactical and command post C2 systems

Singapore is testing out new functions on its ARTEMIS battle management system on exercise in the US.

Defence Notes

US Army seeks 'fundamental transformation' to face future threats

‘The army is really undergoing its most fundamental transformation in 40 years. We are moving away from the system that we designed in the 80s’, Secretary of the Army Christine Wormuth has claimed,

Air Warfare

UK set to host headquarters for GCAP sixth-generation fighter project, reports suggest

As discussions about the Global Combat Air Programme's headquarters location continue, Japan may lead the UK-based HQ to maintain programme balance.

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DSEI 2023: First Azalea satellite cluster set for launch in early 2025

14th September 2023

The first four multi-sensor Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites forming the first cluster of Azalea will be launched in early 2025 as part of a BAE Systems effort to demonstrate capability to the UK government and other potential customers.
Air Warfare

DSEI 2023: Babcock teams up with Aeralis to offer flexible flight services

14th September 2023

Aeralis and Babcock France have teamed up to explore flexible aircraft service offerings for training and operational roles using the former company's modular jet design.
Training

DSEI 2023: Number of bidders continues to grow for British Army CTTP training contract

14th September 2023

Two more teams have announced their intentions to bid to become the British Army’s strategic partner for the Collective Training Transformation Programme during DSEI 2023 in London.
Naval Warfare

DSEI 2023: Kongsberg Maritime unveils new Mission Bay Handling System

14th September 2023

Kongsberg Maritime unveiled its new Mission Bay Handling System at DSEI 2023 and has signed a contract to supply Kamewa waterjets for 17 Jurmo-class landing craft for the Finnish Navy.
Naval Warfare

DSEI 2023: BMT reveals refined design for UK Fleet Solid Support Ship

14th September 2023

Team Resolute member BMT has revealed full details of the Fleet Solid Support (FSS) ship design, with a focus on sustainability, multi-mission adaptability and future-proofing.
Land Warfare

DSEI 2023: Paramount to ramp up global armoured vehicle manufacturing at India-based hub

14th September 2023

UAE-headquartered Paramount has announced a broadening of its collaboration with partners Bharat Forge and Kalyani Strategic Systems to produce a wider range of armoured vehicles in India for Paramount’s global customers.
Digital Battlespace

Conversation with the CEO - Intelsat's David Wajsgras (video)

14th September 2023

David Wajsgras, CEO of Intelsat, speaks with Shephard Studio about the company's role as a global satellite operator focusing on defence and security, highlighting trends in geostationary (GEO) and low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites and emphasising the need for interoperability to enable seamless, global connectivity.
Training

DSEI 2023: BAE Systems showcases OdySSEy, single synthetic environment training platform for first time

14th September 2023

The ambitious BAE Systems OdySSEy, initiative, aimed at creating a future single synthetic environment (SSE) for military training, is making strides.
Naval Warfare

DSEI 2023: Exail in advanced negotiations with Australia for mine countermeasure capabilities

14th September 2023

French company Exail is in advanced stages of negotiations with Australia for the procurement of its UMIS maritime mine countermeasure (MCM) multi-drone system.
Digital Battlespace

DSEI: New antenna revealed by Hascall-Denke

14th September 2023

Hascall-Denke has unveiled a new quad-input dual-band sector panel antenna at DSEI, with the US Army announced as a client.
Training

DSEI 2023: Boeing and Red 6 partnership first to achieve successful AR integration on aircraft

14th September 2023

The partnership between Boeing and Red 6 has resulted in the successful flight testing of AR technology in a TA-4JA tactical aircraft, with plans to extend testing to the T-7 Red Hawk advanced trainer.
Land Warfare

DSEI 2023: New Slovak artillery system begins firing trials

14th September 2023

Konstrukta Defence of Slovakia has unveiled its latest Bia 155mm/52cal 6x6 self-propelled (SP) artillery system at DSEI 2023 and this has already started its initial firing …
Digital Battlespace

DSEI 2023: Adarga unveils Vantage AI information and data analysis platform

14th September 2023

UK AI company Adarga has unveiled its Vantage information analysis tool at DSEI, a system already in service with the UK MoD, individual forces and Stratcom.
Defence Notes

The centre of gravity of ‘Axis of Evil 2.0’ shifts eastwards (Opinion)

14th September 2023

Russia might be at the tip of the spear in terms of authoritarian aggression, but it has plenty of backers in the shape of countries like China, Iran and North Korea. Others, like India, try to duplicitously sit on the fence.
Naval Warfare

No easy options: Australia's navy faces complex surface fleet choices

14th September 2023

As part of Australia’s Defence Strategic Review (DSR), a report into the Royal Australian Navy’s (RAN’s) future surface fleet force structure was directed to be completed separately. Shephard examines its likely outcomes and how Australia might balance capability with affordability
Naval Warfare

DSEI 2023: Orbit unveils MPT family of SATCOM terminals for USVs and small craft

13th September 2023

Israeli company Orbit unveiled a family of new multipurpose satellite communications systems for small ships and uncrewed surface vehicles (USV) at DSEI 2023.
Naval Warfare

Corvette collaboration – how Europe is pooling skills and funds in a time of need

13th September 2023

When it comes to security, NATO tends to make the headlines more often than the EU. Yet since the war in Ukraine broke out, there has been a quiet but determined strengthening of purely European defence. And it starts with budgets.
Digital Battlespace

DSEI 2023: Northrop Grumman rolls out BattleOne integrated command and control package

13th September 2023

Northrop Grumman's BattleOne concept aims to transcend domain and national boundaries to produce an overarching command and control capability with integrated artificial intelligence.
Air Warfare

DSEI 2023: Striker II helmet programme for Typhoon fighter jet gets £40 million boost

13th September 2023

This development contract for the Striker II helmet system aims to enhance the capabilities of the Eurofighter Typhoon fleet, providing advanced technology and improved operational effectiveness.