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US military could start new nanotech tests by 2023
Progress in nanomaterial technologies could help militaries to counter directed-energy weapons, as the latest research finds new applications for defence.
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Against a rapidly evolving air defence picture, SkyKeeper has all threats covered (Studio)
Evolving air defence requirements drove the development of Lockheed Martin UK's SkyKeeper BMC4I solution.
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SkyKeeper – the enabler of air defence in the digital age (video)
In response to evolving air defence challenges, Lockheed Martin UK has developed SkyKeeper - a next-generation Battle Management Command and Control capability.
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The latest general defence news from across the globe.
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Tri-service spotlight on Russia and US hypersonics (podcast)
Welcome to Episode 29 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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H1 financials coincide with new Tempest contract for BAE Systems
UK defence conglomerate BAE Systems continues role in UK Future Combat Air System as its operating profits surge in H1 2021.
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UK government intervenes to acquire steel components manufacturer
Decision to nationalise Sheffield Forgemasters is a move to protect a strategically important industrial capability.
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Raytheon demonstrates eJPALS in Yuma tests
The expeditionary Joint Precision Approach and Landing System (eJPALS) is a land-based version of its carrier-borne JPALS capability designed to support dispersed operations and flights from austere runways.
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Snapshot: US FY2022 budget proposal (video)
The US government released the President’s FY2022 Budget proposal on 28 May.
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Cobham bid for Ultra resurrects UK sovereignty concerns
27th July 2021
Ultra Electronics board said it was ‘minded’ to recommend a multibillion-dollar buyout offer from Cobham to shareholders. The possible deal has raised concerns from some corners over the acquisition of UK defence companies by foreign firms.
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Poland lays groundwork for sovereign surveillance satellite capability
26th July 2021
Development of a domestically made microsatellite constellation would plug a gap for Polish defence and security.
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SM-3 Block IIA guidance unit moves towards production
23rd July 2021
Raytheon receives contract modification to complete transition work on the Guidance Electronic Unit for the SM-3 Block IIA missile.
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Parsons team snaps up USAF base defence contract
22nd July 2021
USAF installations in Europe and Africa will gain a layered air defence capability.
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Dstl spots 'ghost' ships with satellite-based SAR
22nd July 2021
A UK Defence Science Technology Laboratory project is exploring how satellite-based synthetic aperture radar can be used to spot vessels that have disabled their Automatic Identification System.
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Aeronautics dip takes shine off Q2 sales growth for Saab
21st July 2021
Less than favourable figures for Aeronautics were offset by a 7% increase in orders for Saab in Q2 2021, as the Swedish company eyes work on European Defence Fund projects.
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Collins launches advanced flight computer
21st July 2021
The Perigon computer has been under development for three years and developer Collins Aerospace targets qualification tests in 2022.
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Australia pushes for sovereign guided weapons capability
20th July 2021
Following a government announcement in March 2021 to develop an Australian guided weapons capability, a Request for Information has been released to kick start industrial engagement.
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Lockheed Martin UK untroubled by RAF C-130J early retirement or F-35 sustainment costs
19th July 2021
Lockheed Martin UK will not suffer in any meaningful way from the early retirement of RAF C-130J tactical transport aircraft and has addressed recent criticism of F-35 operating costs.
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France and the UK select MBDA for innovation partnership
19th July 2021
MBDA will lead the new Complex Weapons Innovation Technology Partnership, which is a joint research enterprise by France and the UK.
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Air Mobility Command approves KC-46 Centreline Drogue System
19th July 2021
US Air Mobility Command has chalked up a new capability milestone for the KC-46A Pegasus.
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Extended-range version of BrahMos missile fails test
19th July 2021
India is working on a new version of the BrahMos missile that will offer a 500km range.
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US Army awards Leonardo $105 million contract
16th July 2021
Leonardo has received a $105million award from the US Army for next-generation mission command systems.
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BAE Systems to support stealth technologies for Joint Strike Missile
16th July 2021
BAE Systems has landed a new contract to provide stealth technologies for the Joint Strike Missile.
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Rheinmetall envisions future soldiers
16th July 2021
Rheinmetall completes and presents a study for the Bundeswehr’s Future Soldier – Expanded System.
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UK space strategy delays, Space Comm expo and all the news (Podcast)
16th July 2021
Welcome to Episode 28 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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UK MoD awards £2million in contracts for Map the Gap
15th July 2021
DASA has selected three small and medium-sized businesses to receive £2milion in contracts to help the military cross rivers, streams and bogs.
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Russian ICBM tests shed light on programme progress
15th July 2021
Recent Russian missile tests are believed to involve the 15P182 and Siren-M programmes.
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Aviation safety has patchy record in Southeast Asian militaries (Opinion)
15th July 2021
Asia-Pacific air safety is under the spotlight after two deadly crashes of military aircraft in the Philippines in the past month.
