Defence Notes

Air Warfare

France and UK to resume and upgrade Storm Shadow/SCALP production

The new ‘Entente Industrielle’ will work on a range of other projects to boost the UK economy and defence industry, including joint development on new high-tech frequency weapons and extended range air-to-air missiles.

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.

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Defence Helicopter

Turkiye's Gokbey helicopter marks first indigenous engined flight

4th May 2023

On April 22, 2023, Turkish Aerospace’s T-625 GOKBEY general-purpose helicopter conducted a test flight with an indigenous TEI-TS1400 engine for the first time.
Air Warfare

How to ensure ultimate fleet availability and performance over the entire lifecycle? (Sponsored)

4th May 2023

Are you looking for a broad range service concept that ensures your fleets are always ready for critical operations with optimal costs? Patria has developed a modular service concept called Patria OPTIME, which covers air, land and sea domains. It is tailored to the customer needs and requirements and it is set up in phases together with the customer.
Defence Notes

How the UK is approaching the use of AI in weapon systems

4th May 2023

British lawmakers have been analysing how to safely and reliably deploy AI technology as well as their impact on the nature of armed conflicts.
Naval Warfare

IMDEX 2023: ADSB in talks with Indo-Pacific countries for potential ship deals

4th May 2023

The UAE's Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB) is in talks with regional players, including Malaysia and Indonesia, for potential ship deals.
Naval Warfare

IMDEX 2023: Mogami-class frigate calls on Singapore

4th May 2023

The Japanese Mogami class has made its first overseas appearance at a defence exhibition with JS Kumano at IMDEX 2023.
Naval Warfare

IMDEX 2023: Unique challenges ahead for Singapore's new Navy chief

4th May 2023

The Republic of Singapore Navy's (RSN) new chief, RAdm Sean Wat, is set to put a string of naval ship projects into fruition as the service tackles a unique set of challenges looking ahead.
Naval Warfare

IMDEX 2023: Israel Shipyards courts interest in OPV S-45 and S-80 Corvette

4th May 2023

Earlier this year, Israel Shipyards delivered the first OPV S-45 to Côte d'Ivoire, making port calls along the way where potential customers got a chance to see the ship in person.
Naval Warfare

IMDEX 2023: Indonesia launches new presidential ship Bung Karno

4th May 2023

In April, the Indonesian Navy launched its latest corvette, Bung Karno, with a ceremony at PT Karimun Anugrah Sejati in Batam.
Digital Battlespace

Controp showcases electro-optical and artificial intelligence tech at IMDEX

3rd May 2023

At IMDEX Asia 2023, Controp showcased advanced electro-optical (EO) and artificial intelligence (AI) technology for maritime, coastal surveillance and counter-UAS applications.
Uncrewed Vehicles

IMDEX 2023: Saildrone ‘well equipped’ to support Asia-Pacific needs

3rd May 2023

Saildrone is aggressively scaling to meet global demand for its uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs).
Naval Warfare

IMDEX 2023: Two more Shaldag Mk V interceptors arrive in the Philippines

3rd May 2023

In April, two more Israel Shipyards-built Shaldag Mk V fast attack interdiction craft (FAIC) arrived in the Philippines.
Naval Warfare

IMDEX 2023: Trio of naval programmes bolster Singaporean naval capabilities

3rd May 2023

The Singaporean Navy will be bolstered over the next decade with programmes for three new classes of vessels, including multi-role combat vessels, multi-mission ships and new submarines.
Naval Warfare

IMDEX 2023: Italian PPA makes IMDEX debut

3rd May 2023

At IMDEX Asia 2023 in Singapore, the Italian Navy Pattugliatori Polivalenti d'Altura (PPA) class ship Francesco Morosini made its show debut.
Naval Warfare

Anschütz showcases mine countermeasure system for Indonesian Navy at IMDEX

2nd May 2023

Anschütz is showcasing a mine countermeasure (MCM) suite designed and developed for the Indonesian Navy at IMDEX Asia 2023 in Singapore.
Naval Warfare

IMDEX 2023: Rafael offers ships laser air defence capability with Naval Iron Beam development

2nd May 2023

Israel’s Rafael Advanced Defense Systems is working to navalise the Iron Beam high-energy laser weapon giving ships another option to defeat incoming threats.
Defence Notes

What is preventing the German defence industry from accelerating production?

2nd May 2023

Although Germany has announced investments in its manufacturing capacities and reduced regulatory barriers, there are still challenges to be overcome.
Air Warfare

US approves sale of guided rocket kits to UK

1st May 2023

The US has approved the sale to the UK of APKWS-II guided rocket kits.
Naval Warfare

Hanwha Group’s acquisition of shipbuilder DSME is approved

1st May 2023

South Korea's naval shipbuilding industry has received a shakeup, with regulatory authorities green-lighting Hanwha's acquisition of debt-ridden DSME.
Air Warfare

Taiwanese JHMCS undergoes operational trials on F-16s

28th April 2023

Operational test work on the JHMCS will go towards establishing procedures and standards for the wider ROCAF F-16 community.