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Snapshot: US FY2022 budget proposal (video)
The US government released the President’s FY2022 Budget proposal on 28 May.
Space Solutions Special Report Hide
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MDA unlocks key challenge to advanced ballistic missile tracking
The US is progressing with its HBTSS project, having overcome an important obstacle.
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Is Russian manned space technology shifting towards military applications?
Plans for Russia to build its own orbital station could enable geospatial intelligence-gathering missions and onboard military experiments away from international observers.
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The latest general defence news from across the globe.
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Spotlight on Germany and Asia-Pacific procurement latest (Podcast)
Welcome to Episode 24 of the third series of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more. Sign up to an early email alert ...
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Duterte leaves Philippine-US VFA in state of suspense
Duterte remains true to character by leaving in limbo, but not severing, a legal agreement that allows US troops to train in the Philippines.
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NP Aerospace achieves exclusive bomb suit standard
NP Aerospace has been awarded the second-ever NIJ certification for its new bomb disposal suit.
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Is Russian manned space technology shifting towards military applications?
Plans for Russia to build its own orbital station could enable geospatial intelligence-gathering missions and onboard military experiments away from international observers.
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PREMIUM VIDEO: UK MoD Command Paper omits C-UAS strategy
Integrated review fails to mention the UK strategy to counter unmanned aerial systems (UAS).
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Prototype solution could revolutionise night-vision technology
17th June 2021
Researchers say compact and lightweight nanocrystal layers transform normally invisible IR light into visible images on an ultra-thin screen.
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Naval Group and DSTA to develop 3D printing technologies
16th June 2021
Naval Group and DSTA have partnered to develop additive manufacturing technologies for naval applications.
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EU plays catch-up on launchers
16th June 2021
Europe ceded the initiative on reusable launcher technology in 2014 and only now is it trying to claw back the lost ground.
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US set for modest cyber budget increase despite deepening threats
16th June 2021
US cybersecurity is hardly strapped for cash — but officials in the DoD and other federal agencies had reason to hope for much more.
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Industry collaboration seeks to exploit potential of conductive inks for defence
16th June 2021
Potential applications from an MoU between First Graphene and AMD include ultra-lightweight coatings for attenuated electromagnetic interference shielding.
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Military explores potential of commercial SATCOM
14th June 2021
Commercial satellite constellations may find favour with the DoD for low Earth orbit solutions.
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IRGC sheds light on new air equipment
11th June 2021
SAM system, air defence radar and armed UAV take top billing in Tehran.
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USAF orders Minuteman III sustainment services
11th June 2021
Northrop Grumman will continue helping to ensure the reliability of Minuteman III force.
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French exports slump, Brazil Gripen latest and US missile defence (Podcast)
11th June 2021
Welcome to Episode 23 of the third series of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more. Sign up to an early email alert ...
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Ukroboronprom’s new radar station has passed state tests
10th June 2021
Ukroboronprom’s new 80K6KS1 radar station has successfully passed Ukrainian state tests.
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UAE poised to develop space partnership with Russia
10th June 2021
The UAE is set to continue using Russian carrier rockets in its growing military space programme.
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Daewoo recruits Fincantieri to support the development of new Korean aircraft carriers
10th June 2021
Fincantieri will support Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering in the design of a potential new South Korean aircraft carrier.
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Raytheon Intelligence & Space provides equipment support to USMC
9th June 2021
Raytheon Intelligence & Space expands logistics and equipment support for US Marine Corps as part of a $495million contract.
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3D-printed aero engine parts get ready to fly
8th June 2021
GE Aviation receives airworthiness qualification from the US Air Force in under a year for the first metal 3D-printed engine part.
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Israeli space sector taps into potential of partnerships
8th June 2021
Israeli industry looks towards innovative propulsion systems and new-generation propellant.
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COVID-19 and lack of big-money deals hit French exports in 2020
7th June 2021
Official figures show that French defence equipment export orders took a big hit last year.
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FY2022 US budget highlights and UK innovation ecosystem (Podcast)
4th June 2021
Welcome to Episode 22 of the third series of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more. Sign up to an early email alert ...
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Nioa puts its hand up for Australian sovereign missile production
4th June 2021
Nioa, owner of the Australian Missile Corporation, inked several cooperation agreements with domestic and foreign forces at Land Forces 2021.
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Australian firm enlists Israeli help in developing sovereign capabilities
3rd June 2021
Israel Aerospace Industries is assisting the Australian Missile Corporation with the potential transfer of technology and know-how.
