Defence Notes
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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.
1st September 2021
Rafael has been selected to provide its naval warfare systems to an undisclosed Southeast Asian nation.
1st September 2021
As HMS Queen Elizabeth arrives in Korea, attention turns to ROK’s indigenous aircraft carrier programme, with Babcock and HHI signing an MoU.
1st September 2021
Four consortia obtain Competitive Procurement Phase design contracts for UK naval support vessels.
31st August 2021
Australia begins preparations to incorporate SM-6 and SM-2 IIC with sale for related equipment and services.
31st August 2021
Lockheed Martin has been awarded a new contract by the Naval Surface Warfare Center to deliver engineering services and supplies for the MK92 Fire Control system.
31st August 2021
The Armoured Vehicles Handbook Issue 11 covers the global armoured vehicles industry and provides a handy reference source for the basic parameters that describe a platform’s performance.
31st August 2021
DARPA, USAF and Northrop Grumman hope digital AESA will enhance operational flexibility.
31st August 2021
Boeing to provide precision-guided munitions to ROK as part of a possible $258 million FMS.
31st August 2021
Additive manufacturing expands its uses for USMC.
31st August 2021
Five RN and international ships will visit this year's Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) event in London.
31st August 2021
Indonesia looks to domestic shipbuilders for new naval vessels to patrol its vast archipelago.
30th August 2021
The Royal Thai Navy operates a mixed fleet of UAVs, but it is adding more Austrian-built Camcopters to the mix.
27th August 2021
The new order will add to the submarine’s weapons and stealth capabilities.
27th August 2021
Welcome to Episode 34 of the third series of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more.
27th August 2021
The Afghan Air Force no longer exists within Afghanistan, but many of its personnel and aircraft scattered to neighbouring countries after defeat at the hands of the Taliban.
26th August 2021
BAE systems has developed the ultra-small MicroGRAM-M receiver to support next-generation military GPS applications.
26th August 2021
An agreement on the Reshef-class detailed design phase brings the ship one step closer to production.
26th August 2021
The steel cutting ceremony marked the first construction milestone for the future carrier Doris Miller.
26th August 2021
Boeing was awarded a $6.1 billion contract to manufacture 36 F-15QA fighter aircraft in December 2017.