Defence Notes
Improbable Defence is transforming synthetic environments through Skyral (Sponsored)
Skyral enables government and industry to develop and adapt synthetic solutions more quickly, efficiently and reliably.
Developed by France, Spain and Germany, the European 6th-generation combat air programme is progressing apace with new milestones expected by next year after delays to the programme.
The new US administration has introduced or outlined plans for substantial change across the Department of Defence (DoD) and its branches. Several branch heads faced up to Senate Committees to outline needs and challenges.
The UK Strategic Defence Review, which was anticipated to be published by mid-2025, has been given a more definitive release date by the report’s lead reviewer.
Given the geopolitical gravity, analysts have said the defence and security agreement established falls short of what is needed for future UK-EU co-operation.
Skyral enables government and industry to develop and adapt synthetic solutions more quickly, efficiently and reliably.
The combined, proven capabilities of Raytheon Missiles & Defense radars safeguard security.
31st October 2021
Could sodium cells or fuel cell stacks provide missile electrical power during flight, instead of thermal batteries?
30th October 2021
India can now boast an ICBM amongst its missile arsenal as worries continue over border tensions with China.
29th October 2021
Easy Aerial has released its new drone-in-a-box solution, the Easy Guard Vehicle range.
29th October 2021
The Peruvian Air Force has received six overhauled Mi-17-1V military transport helicopters.
29th October 2021
Sweden is replacing its Saab 340s with GlobalEye AEW&C aircraft.
29th October 2021
Semi-submersible craft could present opportunities for USSOCOM in covert operations.
29th October 2021
The Improved Kilo-II class submarine Magadan has been commissioned into the Russian Pacific Fleet.
29th October 2021
Rolls-Royce completes new waterjet MRO facility while it reports increased demand for work related to Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) vessels.
29th October 2021
Fincantieri has received a major contract from Qatar that included the four corvettes and other vessels in 2016.
29th October 2021
Kongsberg will supply more missiles for Norwegian surface ships and extend the lifespan of the existing Norwegian NSM arsenal.
29th October 2021
Welcome to Episode 43 of the third series of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more.
29th October 2021
GA-ASI joins Kratos in R&D effort for the Off-Board Sensing Station programme.
29th October 2021
Leonardo will provide dual-function naval radars for installation on four Lithuanian Navy patrol vessels.
29th October 2021
A new variant of the MC-145B Wily Coyote light attack aircraft lacks certain US SOF-specific equipment but retains its weaponry.
29th October 2021
As tests continue on the Next Generation Mid-Band Jammer (NGJ-MB) electronic jamming pod for the USN, Boeing looks set to provide additional integration support to the programme.
29th October 2021
Specialising in uncrewed systems, Task Force 59 is the first of its kind within the USN — it completed its first integration exercise in October, just six weeks after it was set up by NAVCENT.
29th October 2021
The appearance of a twin-seat J-20 indicates broader role for China's premier fighter aircraft.
28th October 2021
CROWN will make a significant contribution towards building European defence capability and ensuring industrial independence
28th October 2021
The US Senate Appropriations Committee is proposing a significant top-up of the Biden administration's defence budget proposal for FY2022.