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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Naval Warfare

Naval Warfare magazine: Aircraft carriers; European joint projects and more

6th May 2022

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Training

IT2EC 2022: Command Professional Edition set for development push

6th May 2022

Command Professional Edition, which began life as a commercial video game, has drawn a wealth of military and defence industry clients interested in its utility as a wargaming and simulation tool.
Land Warfare

RCV-Pioneer Mobility, Counter-Mobility and Survivability on demand for Remote and Autonomous Vehicles (sponsored)

6th May 2022

How Robotic Combat Vehicles (RCVs) will be deployed is still a matter of discussion, with a trend towards lighter, nimbler, and more multi-purpose vehicles able to undertake a multitude of roles independently.
Defence Notes

Ukraine war exposes vulnerabilities in US defence supply chain

6th May 2022

The US supply of weapons and ammunition to Kyiv has highlighted labour and material shortages, a too-limited supplier base and the need for shorter delivery timelines.
Air Warfare

BAE Systems launches LiteWave Head-Up Display

5th May 2022

BAE Systems has revealed details of a new Head-Up Display.
Defence Notes

BAE Systems joins DARPA’s MINC programme

5th May 2022

BAE Systems receives a contract from US agency to develop an autonomous tactical network.
Naval Warfare

New French support ship Jacques Chevallier hits the water

5th May 2022

Progress on the support ship Jacques Chevallier marks an important milestone for France's FLOTLOG programme and paves the way for future collaboration on the country's future aircraft carrier.
Defence Notes

South Korea approves multiple projects including IFVs and missiles

4th May 2022

New weapons and capabilities for South Korea's army, navy and air force were approved at a recent defence meeting.
Defence Notes

Strong funding tempo essential to maintain US 'edge' over rivals, says Austin

4th May 2022

Lloyd Austin testified before the Senate on 3 May about the FY2023 defence budget request, stressing the need to provide US forces with cutting-edge systems and platforms for the medium term, as well as the short-term value in aiding Ukraine.
Naval Warfare

SM-2 Block IIIA comes aboard Danish corvette

4th May 2022

New medium-range air defence missiles will undergo tests aboard the Iver Huitfeldt-class corvette Niels Juel.
Naval Warfare

Sweet sixteen for Austal with extra EPF deal

4th May 2022

EPF 16 will be the third Spearhead-class ship in the Flight II configuration for USN Military Sealift Command.
Defence Notes

UK pledges Brimstone missiles, Malloy drones and EW systems to Ukraine

4th May 2022

The UK has expanded its support for Kyiv with the supply of Brimstone anti-ship missiles, Malloy heavy-lift drones and other systems.
Air Warfare

Logic stacks up against Italian option for Polish MiG-29 replacement

4th May 2022

Poland is looking for a stopgap multirole fighter solution as it aims to transfer its MiG-29s to Ukraine — but a proposed sale by Italy of Eurofighter Typhoons may not be the answer.
Naval Warfare

France wraps Toulon naval base in C-UAS cocoon

4th May 2022

Asset and base protection is an important priority for the French Navy, especially at Toulon.
Defence Notes

Final blow for Mali-France relations

4th May 2022

The announcement on 2 May that Mali’s junta will be breaking from its defence accords with France signifies a new era in the nation, probably involving closer ties to Russia.
Defence Notes

Latest DoD contract ensures continued access to vital semiconductors

3rd May 2022

DoD takes further steps to sustain US microelectronics manufacturing capabilities.
Defence Notes

Read the first issue of the Radar and Electronic Warfare Systems Handbook

3rd May 2022

The Radar and Electronic Warfare Systems Handbook Issue 1 covers the full spectrum of radar systems and subsystems across the land, sea and air domains.
Naval Warfare

Dutch trim back missile radar upgrade for air warfare frigates

3rd May 2022

Only half of the four De Zeven Provinciën-class air defence and command frigates in the Royal Netherlands Navy will receive an important radar upgrade by 2028.
Naval Warfare

Philippine Navy narrows its renewed search for OPVs

3rd May 2022

The ADAS 2022 exhibition in Manila threw up some updates on the Philippine Navy's quest for half a dozen OPVs.