Land Warfare
Lynx Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle (OMFV): Overmatch Today, Overmatch Tomorrow (sponsored)
Introducing America’s next-generation infantry fighting vehicle, digitally designed to meet customer requirements.
Air Warfare
Airbus confident of closing new A400M export orders after Kazakhstan breakthrough
After years spent without securing A400M export business, Airbus is optimistic that an order from Kazakhstan will change the fortunes of the programme.
Land Warfare
Elderly Kub makes way for Spyder
In service with the Czechoslovak Army (and then the Czech Armed Forces) since the 1970s, the 'technically and morally outdated' 2K12 KUB will be replaced by Rafael Spyder ground-based air defence systems.
Naval Warfare
Austal launches first-of-class patrol boat for Australia
Amidst delays in Australia's Arafura-class OPVs, the interim capability of the Evolved Cape class becomes even more paramount.
Defence Notes
Turkish F-16s and USVs, plus AESA technology (podcast)
Welcome to Episode 42 of the third series of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more.
Featured videos
Land Warfare
Pushing past possible with Textron Systems (sponsored video)
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Naval Warfare
Technical issues force HMS Diamond to miss final day of exercise
19th October 2021
HMS Diamond was due to participate in celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of the Five Power Defence Agreements (FPDA) in Singapore — until 'technical issues' intervened.
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Defence Notes
AUSA 2021: UVision signs cooperation agreement to support HERO in US
19th October 2021
UVision and MAG Aerospace will provide operational and training solutions for HERO Loitering Munitions.
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Land Warfare
Paramount Group enhances Mbombe 4 protection
19th October 2021
Paramount Group of South Africa has developed new add-on armour that covers the Mbombe 4 IFV against all Level 3 threats within NATO STANAG 4569.
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Land Warfare
Rheinmetall unveils Lynx CSV in Australia
19th October 2021
Rheinmetall has shown off a new combat support vehicle aimed directly at bolstering the OEM's bid under Project Land 400 Phase 3.
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Defence Notes
Five Power Defence Arrangements stays firm to original principles
18th October 2021
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the long-running FPDA, but is it still relevant?
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Digital Battlespace
AUSA 2021: Raytheon lifts the veil on GhostEye MR
18th October 2021
New radar uses LTAMDS technology developed for the US Army.
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Air Warfare
Lockheed Martin continues development of ARTS V-2
18th October 2021
Lockheed Martin has been awarded a contract modification for the continued development of ARTS V-2, which is intended to train US pilots.
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Land Warfare
AUSA 2021 - Curtiss-Wright introduces new open architecture solutions
18th October 2021
Curtiss-Wright has developed systems that comply with US Army modular open standards.
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Land Warfare
AUSA 2021: Raytheon upgrades high-energy laser weapon
18th October 2021
New HELWS is a 15kW-class system optimised to defeat Group 1-2 UASs. It features an attachable/removable beam director turret and supports onboard radar and jammer options.
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Defence Notes
Paras and Krasny team up in India
18th October 2021
New Indian company to focus on servicing and overhaul of naval, air force and army equipment.
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Defence Notes
Extra US military aid arrives in Ukraine
18th October 2021
US sends second of three consignments of military equipment to Ukraine.
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Digital Battlespace
SAMP/T radar upgrade takes its cue from Sea Fire
18th October 2021
An X-band radar from Thales with similarities to the Sea Fire system will equip the upgraded SAMP/T air defence system.
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Land Warfare
AUSA 2021: AM General showcases new HMMWV for the US market
18th October 2021
NXT 360 — exhibited for the first time in the US at AUSA 2021 — was designed to deliver increased survivability, mobility and affordability.
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Naval Warfare
Germany starts analysis of F127 frigate concept
18th October 2021
As part of its surface fleet renewal programme, Germany foresees new air defence ships in the 2030s with capabilities to defeat emerging threats.
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Land Warfare
Transforming emerging requirements into reality (Sponsored)
18th October 2021
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Digital Battlespace
Klas and Sierra Nevada announce joint communication solution
18th October 2021
Klas Government and Sierra Nevada have announced the launch of their new Link 16 communications system.
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Air Warfare
Boeing obtains maintenance contract from Royal Netherlands Air Force
18th October 2021
Boeing believes new accreditation will open doors for future opportunities in Europe.
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Land Warfare
Singapore teams up with Ghost Robotics to develop robodogs
18th October 2021
Singapore's military is exploring the use of robots as well as more innovative use of digital and AI technologies.
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Land Warfare
AUSA 2021: US audience gains first glimpse of new REX
16th October 2021
REX MK II Multi-Mission Autonomous vehicle is a hybrid electric, all-wheel drive platform intended to provide direct support to manoeuvring infantry units.
