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.
6th October 2021
Despite committing to spend €1.43 billion on five Boeing P-8A Poseidon MPA's, Germany is no closer to deciding on which weapons to invest in for the platforms.
6th October 2021
The announcement of AUKUS and nuclear-propelled submarines for Australia raised more questions than it answered.
5th October 2021
Bird Aerosystems announces successful demonstration of its SPREOS DIRCM protection system.
5th October 2021
Princeton Infrared Technologies announces SBIR award for the development of a new SWIR EO seeker.
5th October 2021
Italy and Piaggio Aerospace have agreed to a six P180 Avanti aircraft deal.
5th October 2021
The AN/SPN-46 Automatic Carrier Landing System enables pilots to make a 'hands-off' landing in severe sea states and weather conditions.
5th October 2021
Buenos Aires initially intended to purchase Chinese/Pakistani JF-17 Thunder Block III fighters, but is now analysing five alternative options.
5th October 2021
Australia is to replace a Growler lost in an accident three years ago.
4th October 2021
Senop expands its portfolio with two new products thanks to Finnish IFV order.
4th October 2021
The UK government announced on 3 October that its digital warfare campus will be located at Samlesbury in Lancashire.
4th October 2021
The US Navy has awarded Northrop Grumman a contract to produce their AGM-88G AARGM-ER.
4th October 2021
The USN says it is committed to ensuring decisions are aligned with, and will not impact, the construction of the Columbia-class SSBNs.
4th October 2021
The Russian Navy plans to take two additional small missile corvettes of the Buyan-M class to meet immediate operational needs.
4th October 2021
India's public sector undertakings are inefficient and out of date. The government has moved to address this.
3rd October 2021
Japan's navy will adopt the Seahawk-based SH-60L helicopter as its successor to the current SH-60K fleet.
2nd October 2021
Agreement sealed by Kongsberg subsidiary KAMS covers delivery of parts for more than 50 aircraft under Lot 15-17 of the F-35 programme.
1st October 2021
The agreement between Leonardo and the French Navy comprises logistics support and maintenance services for the OTO 76/62 SR weapon systems on-board the Horizon, FREMM and FDI -class frigates.
1st October 2021
Welcome to Episode 39 of the third series of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more.
1st October 2021
USAF enlists RE2 Robotics to provide autonomous systems