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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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Russian equipment losses underline hardy Ukrainian resistance
25th February 2022
Since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, it has been met with a level of resistance powerful enough to destroy a wide range of equipment from helicopters and fighter jets to armoured vehicles.
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Defence Notes
BAE Systems posts strong 2021 financials
25th February 2022
BAE Systems seems to have weathered the worst economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, as shown in its latest preliminary full-year financial results.
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Military Logistics
Serbia orders pair of C295M airlifters
25th February 2022
Serbia makes a much-needed move to bolster its tactical airlift capabilities.
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Defence Notes
Ukraine invasion should prompt geostrategic rethink by outgunned and outnumbered UK (Opinion)
25th February 2022
The need for the UK to respond to the Russian invasion of Ukraine risks making the ‘Global Britain’ defence strategy appear a case study in hubris.
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Defence Notes
UK sanctions aim to squeeze Russian defence companies
25th February 2022
The UK has hit major Russian defence companies, including Rostec, with sanctions in retaliation for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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Air Warfare
Malaysia steps up training with US National Guard
25th February 2022
More training is on the agenda as Malaysia waits for an American-built radar to arrive next year.
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Air Warfare
Bidders await decision on Australian SATCOM tender
25th February 2022
Bids for an Australian tender to create a sovereign military SATCOM network closed last month.
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Naval Warfare
New UAVs for New Zealand delayed
25th February 2022
The wider impact of COVID-19 on the NZDF becomes more apparent as the introduction of new equipment is pushed back
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Land Warfare
India strengthens air defence network with S-400
25th February 2022
The S-400 will play a key role in India's national air defence network, but it fears American sanctions, especially as Russia agitates against Ukraine.
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Air Warfare
US to supply maritime patrol aircraft to Sri Lanka
25th February 2022
Sri Lanka is improving its aerial maritime patrol capability, with a little help from the US.
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Air Warfare
Indonesian army receives final Bell 412EPI
25th February 2022
Over a period of 14 months, the Indonesian Army has received all Bell 412EPI helicopters it had on order.
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Naval Warfare
HII authenticates LPD 30 keel
24th February 2022
HII has delivered 11 San Antonio-class LPDs, and a further three are under construction.
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Uncrewed Vehicles
Eurodrone proceeds to development and manufacturing phase
24th February 2022
Twenty Eurodrone UASs will be made for four European countries.
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Naval Warfare
Anglo-French Future Cruise/Anti-Ship Weapon takes long-awaited step forward
24th February 2022
Work will assess two missile concepts, one subsonic and one supersonic.
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Air Warfare
New Zealand looks to sell off its Orions
24th February 2022
The New Zealand Defence Force is seeking buyers for five out of its six P-3K2 Orion maritime patrol aircraft.
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Land Warfare
Bulgaria to prioritise army modernisation in 2022
24th February 2022
Having focused on navy and air force upgrades in recent years, Bulgaria is now shifting its attention to modernisation of its armoured vehicle fleet.
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Air Warfare
India trains on MH-60Rs ahead of arrival midyear
24th February 2022
Indian personnel are currently training on three MH-60R helicopters in the US.
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Air Warfare
Boeing to build AH-6i helicopters for Thai army
24th February 2022
With cost being a factor, Thailand chose AH-6i helicopters instead of dedicated attack helicopters.
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Naval Warfare
Risks stalk Australia’s Hunter class
23rd February 2022
It is common for large Australian military procurements to go awry, but officials remain upbeat about progress on its new frigates.
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