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Europe turns to industrial and procurement co-operation with Ukraine as supplies continue
Equipment has continued to flow into Ukraine from the European Union (EU), NATO and western countries as the war against Russia continues but other types of support with longer-term prospects are appearing.
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Australia commissions HMAS Arafura three-and-a-half years behind schedule
The Royal Australian Navy has finally commissioned the first Arafura-class offshore patrol vessel – more than three years behind schedule – highlighting the programme’s delays, design compromises and ongoing industrial restructuring.
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Interview: Edge Group eyes Indonesian market for naval and UAV expansion
The UAE’s Edge Group has been positioning itself as a key defence and technology partner to Indonesia, where it has been focusing on naval platforms, UAVs and long-term industrial collaboration.
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UK releases security strategy and plans for future defence spending boost
The UK’s National Security Strategy brings together the recently released Strategic Defence Review (SDR), Strategic Security Review, AUKUS Review and Industrial and Trade Strategies. At the same time, the UK made a commitment to reach defence spending of 5% of GDP by 2035 and Germany committed to 3.5% by 2029.
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Paris Air Show 2025: Parrot’s new microdrone ANAFI UKR breaks cover
While the Paris Air Show marked the first time the ANAFI UKR has been publicly shown, the ISR drone has been in use with various armed forces for the last eight months, Parrot told Shephard.
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France and Sweden sign defence roadmap as Naval Group positions FDI frigate for Swedish surface ship programme
A pact signed at the Paris Air Show has seen Sweden turn to the French FDI frigate to lead its next-gen surface combatant fleet amid shifting security dynamics in the Baltic Sea.
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India confirms Tejas procurement
14th January 2021
Indian Air Force to receive 73 Mk 1A fighters and ten trainer aircraft.
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French Navy enters new territory with propeller technology
14th January 2021
Andromède becomes first naval vessel to be equipped with 3D-printed propeller
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Uncrewed Vehicles
Egypt seeks more advanced UAV capabilities
14th January 2021
Egypt is believed to be interested in the Falco Xplorer ISR platform, in keeping with a strong defence business relationship between Italy and the North African country.
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Hundreds of UK defence export applications held up over Saudi backlog
14th January 2021
Despite the UK's Export Control Joint Unit attempting to clear a licence application backlog, hundreds have been held up.
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Naval Warfare
USMC presses on with plan for Light Amphibious Warship
13th January 2021
The USMC is looking to develop a new platform to bridge the gap between its large assault ships and smaller landing craft, as it continues its pivot to the Pacific.
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Air Warfare
Northrop Grumman continues Joint STARS support
13th January 2021
Northrop Grumman to execute Total System Support Responsibility in 2021 across the E-8C fleet.
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Air Warfare
New systems add functionality to the F-35
13th January 2021
AN/ASQ-239 and AN/ASQ-242 systems will be installed on the multi-role F-35 fighter.
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Defence Notes
Sweden pledges surge in cyber investment
13th January 2021
Sweden will improve the cyber defence capabilities of the armed forces under the Total Defence Bill 2021-2025, including measures to enhance inter-service cooperation in this area.
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Military Logistics
USAF orders more KC-46As
13th January 2021
Twelve more KC-46A air-to-air refuellers will be produced under latest contract.
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Naval Warfare
Raytheon to support six SM-2 customers
13th January 2021
Latest SM-2 contract for FMS operators includes All Up Rounds, instrumental kits, engineering services and spares.
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Development of Z-20 variants in full swing for PLA
13th January 2021
The PLA is exploring new missions for the Z-20 medium helicopter, as the aircraft looks set to become the backbone of rotary-winged fleets in China.
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Naval Warfare
US Navy wants superconducting degaussing system
12th January 2021
High-temperature superconducting system to be fitted on LPD vessels.
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Air Warfare
BAE Systems joins Vertex in USMC Harrier support contract
12th January 2021
Two companies will ensure increased efficiency of maintenance operations for the AV-8B fleet.
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Defence Notes
Effective C-sUAS demands agile mindset
12th January 2021
A new strategy from the DoD describes how the US armed forces can mitigate or defeat the risks posed by small drones to personnel, facilities and assets. Whereas previous strategies followed a piecemeal or service-specific approach, this time the DoD looked at the challenges confronting the whole department.
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Naval Warfare
Naval Warfare magazine: countering China, Asia-Pacific submarines and more
12th January 2021
Read the latest edition of Naval Warfare for free in our app or on your desktop.
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Naval Warfare
DASA doles out funding for Intelligent Ship Phase 2
12th January 2021
Aim is to develop AI-based solutions for enhanced decision-making on RN vessels from 2030 onwards.
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Defence Helicopter
Russia stays optimistic about Ka-226T deal with India
12th January 2021
Will India finally follow through with its plan to buy 200 helicopters?
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Naval Warfare
USN receives HELIOS laser system for tests ahead of integration onto Arleigh Burke-class destroyer
12th January 2021
The USN has received the HELIOS laser system and will test the capability at Surface Combat Systems Center Wallops Island over the next several months.
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Defence Helicopter
PTDI answers the Bell for Indonesian Army
12th January 2021
PTDI continues to serve the Indonesian military with helicopter production of models like the Bell 412EPI, Super Puma and Panther.
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Europe turns to industrial and procurement co-operation with Ukraine as supplies continue
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Combat-proven capabilities: How precision-strike systems are evolving for tomorrow’s battlespace (podcast)
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Australia commissions HMAS Arafura three-and-a-half years behind schedule
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Interview: Edge Group eyes Indonesian market for naval and UAV expansion
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![Europe turns to industrial and procurement co-operation with Ukraine as supplies continue]()
Europe turns to industrial and procurement co-operation with Ukraine as supplies continue
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![Australia commissions HMAS Arafura three-and-a-half years behind schedule]()
Australia commissions HMAS Arafura three-and-a-half years behind schedule
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![Interview: Edge Group eyes Indonesian market for naval and UAV expansion]()
Interview: Edge Group eyes Indonesian market for naval and UAV expansion
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![UK releases security strategy and plans for future defence spending boost]()
UK releases security strategy and plans for future defence spending boost
