Defence Notes

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.

Naval Warfare

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.

Air Warfare

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.

Defence Notes

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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Rolls-Royce nets US contracts worth $1.8 billion over five years

6th September 2022

The two DoD contracts awarded to Rolls-Royce will cover the service of USN and USMC aircraft engines over the next five years.
Defence Notes

Embraer completes C-390/KC-390 firefighting flight tests

6th September 2022

The Modular Airborne Fire Fighting System will eventually be certified for installation aboard Embraer tanker aircraft ordered by Brazil, Hungary and Portugal.
Air Warfare

UK and US sow seeds in Australia for respective Wedgetail programmes

5th September 2022

The UK and US have personnel embedded in Australia to learn the ins and outs of the E-7A Wedgetail.
Naval Warfare

US Navy aircraft carrier weapon crews to receive ballistic shields

5th September 2022

Lateral and centre panel assemblies will provide advanced protection for crewed weapon stations aboard USN nuclear-powered aircraft carriers.
Naval Warfare

Lockheed Martin gains more Aegis Weapon System capability build work for US Navy

5th September 2022

Lockheed Martin continues to integrate the Aegis Weapon System aboard Arleigh Burke-class vessels.
Defence Notes

When the shoe fits: Greece looks to US and Israel for UAV and counter-drone solutions

5th September 2022

Greece aims to buy Israeli C-UAS equipment and it also plans to acquire the MQ-9B SeaGuardian — albeit for a hefty price.
Defence Notes

MSPO 2022: Polish 2023 budget places emphasis on deterrence against Russia

5th September 2022

Poland expects to spend 4% of GDP on defence in 2023 when all sources of funding are taken into account.
Defence Notes

Embraer makes progress with Portuguese KC-390 test campaign

2nd September 2022

Embraer has provided an update on the Portuguese Air Force KC-390 test campaign.
Digital Battlespace

DARPA envisages smarter sensors with FENCE Phase 2 awards

2nd September 2022

Raytheon and Northrop Grumman are working on a DARPA programme to create neuromorphic IR camera technologies.
Air Warfare

Kilgore and Armtec to supply US and allies with infrared flare countermeasures

1st September 2022

MJU-61A/B flares will be provided to the USAF and five FMS customers.
Air Warfare

Raytheon to produce Lot 36 AMRAAMs for US Air Force and FMS recipients

1st September 2022

Raytheon has received a contract modification to provide AMRAAMs for the USAF and 19 FMS customers.
Defence Notes

Moldova unveils meagre defence budget growth amid lingering Russian threat

1st September 2022

Despite the latest incremental increase to its defence budget and the danger of the war in Ukraine spilling over into Transnistria, funding remains too low for Moldova to buy new military hardware.
Defence Notes

Boeing to lead GMD system integration effort

1st September 2022

Boeing will be responsible for the integration, installation and testing of the US next-generation ballistic missile defence system.
Defence Notes

Gripen campaign losses leave Saab questioning Swedish government support

1st September 2022

A lack of Gripen export orders has left Saab frustrated and longing for additional support from the Swedish government.
Defence Notes

Taiwan delineates defence priorities in new budget

1st September 2022

Taiwan has reportedly inked a deal for MQ-9Bs, while it is also concentrating on rocket artillery more than tube artillery.
Defence Notes

Taiwan boosts defence budget in light of China’s threatening antics

31st August 2022

Taiwan is boosting its defence budget, and at the same time seeking weapons from the US and enhancing indigenous missile production.
Defence Notes

Stark choices confront constrained UK (Opinion)

30th August 2022

Is the next Prime Minister capable of finding a solution for the crisis facing the UK, as the country grapples with a cost of living crisis and an economy entering a recession at the same time as Cold War levels of defence investment are needed?
Naval Warfare

Ingalls Shipbuilding to prepare newest Zumwalt-class destroyer for combat

30th August 2022

The USN has awarded Ingalls Shipbuilding a contract for combat systems availability work on USS Lyndon B. Johnson.
Naval Warfare

LIG Nex1 receives improved Blue Shark torpedo development contract

29th August 2022

A South Korean firm has received a contract to improve the country's lightweight torpedo, while the ROK Navy has also recently established a new naval aviation command.