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The UK signed a $150 million contract for six Airbus H145 helicopters to enhance military operations in Brunei and Cyprus, replacing aging Puma HC2s. At the same time, questions remain over the fate of the New Medium Helicopter programme amidst uncertainties surrounding procurement plans and delivery timelines.
The Next Generation Interceptor and accompanying radars will play a key role in protecting the US against long-range ballistic missile threats.
Turkish F-16 experience was praised by Romanian fighter pilots as Turkey completes first participation in NATO southern mission.
As Serbia considers a multi-billion-euro deal for French Rafale fighter jets, its move towards Western arms has signalled a significant departure from its reliance on Russian equipment, reflecting broader shifts in global defence procurement.
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20th January 2021
Hurdles await the USN in its effort to developed greater unmanned capabilities as Congress remains to be convinced.
19th January 2021
While the Georgian MoD has made clear its ambitions, realising them may prove more complicated.
19th January 2021
EU member states establish common approach to end-user export certificates for small arms.
19th January 2021
Core Intelligent includes multiple autonomous heating zones located on the torso, hands and feet.
19th January 2021
Links between China and repurposed Boeing 737 aircraft are not thought to represent a national security threat for the UK, despite a national newspaper suggesting otherwise.
19th January 2021
Submarine-launched ballistic missiles and short-range ballistic missiles debuted in North Korea's latest military extravaganza in the heart of Pyongyang.
18th January 2021
Advanced underwater vehicle for SOF will be manufactured for first export customer.
18th January 2021
Report by the US GAO details delays to supplier outsourcing plan in the Columbia submarine programme, with a potentially far-reaching impact on the build schedule.
18th January 2021
Five AB 212s are being refurbished under a five-year programme announced in early 2020.
18th January 2021
Combination of RAM and DART is envisaged to replace existing close-in weapon system for Dutch naval vessels after 2025.
18th January 2021
BAE Systems acts as industry lead for Lightning Team UK.
18th January 2021
Brazilian AEW&C aircraft are being modernised with secure software-defined radios.
15th January 2021
Romanian defence ministry aims to acquire at least four Naval Strike Missile launchers and associated equipment from the US via the FMS programme.
15th January 2021
Welcome to Episode 2 of the third series of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more.
15th January 2021
The Belgian and Dutch navies will each receive two Anti-Submarine Warfare Frigates, which will enter service by 2030.
15th January 2021
Major air and missile defence capability for the US Army to move into LRIP.
15th January 2021
A trio of USVs for surveying shallow waters is required by the Indian Navy.
15th January 2021
A strategic 'Great Game' is going on between China and the US, with Taiwan unfortunately stuck in the middle and under pressure.
14th January 2021
As the USN begins to firm up its specifications for the DDG(X) platform, the final variant of the venerable Arleigh Burke guided missile destroyers marks the beginning of the end for one of the service’s most successful platforms.