Defence Notes
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Skyral enables government and industry to develop and adapt synthetic solutions more quickly, efficiently and reliably.
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14th October 2020
A noticeable trend in recent years is for South Korea to transfer or donate naval vessels to South American countries
14th October 2020
USAF Air Combat Command gives green light for F-15E Strike Eagles to carry the weapon
14th October 2020
Apache Guardian spare parts kits are destined for India, Morocco, Netherlands, and United Arab Emirates
14th October 2020
North Korea’s military held a spectacular night-time parade on 10 October to mark the 75th anniversary of the Workers’ Party of Korea. Amidst a dazzling …
14th October 2020
In this episode of the Five Eyes Connectivity podcast, we dive into the connectivity issues facing the US military and its further development of the Multi-Domain Operations concept.
13th October 2020
Crystals reduce energy leaks from unwanted optical transitions, say US Army researchers
13th October 2020
Equipment export suspension closes off one of the Canadian defence industry's most lucrative markets
13th October 2020
Major midlife refurbishment completed at Norfolk Naval Shipyard
13th October 2020
Will Hellenic Aerospace Industry survive as a component production partner for Lockheed Martin?
13th October 2020
With hundreds of thousands of legacy mines languishing in various states of wear in Europe’s seas and waterways, it is little wonder that the topic of mine countermeasure (MCM) operations remains at the forefront of naval considerations for the region’s navies.
13th October 2020
A thriving space sector will have long-term positives for the UK economy, fuelled by new initiatives by government and industry.
13th October 2020
USMC F-35 pilots operating from HMS Queen Elizabeth have dropped 500lb GBU-12 bombs off Cape Wrath, Scotland, as part of Exercise Joint Warrior. The F-35B …
13th October 2020
Meanwhile, final assembly continues on two other LCS vessels
12th October 2020
Typhoon Pilot Synthetic Training System is being enhanced nationwide with new equipment
12th October 2020
Airbus will retrofit new communications capabilities and enhanced mission system equipment to aid RAAF interoperability with allies
12th October 2020
Increased real-time environmental awareness may allow robotic underwater vehicles to maximise their in-field persistence and operational effectiveness
9th October 2020
Almost a year into the contract for the design, development and manufacture of five Type 31 frigates for the RN, Babcock is confident that the programme remains on schedule despite difficulties faced by industry during the COVID-19 pandemic.
9th October 2020
The F-35 and F/A-18 have both been cleared for sale to Finland dependent on the outcome of a fighter aircraft tender.
9th October 2020
Leonardo and the RAF have completed a swarming drone flight test involving remotely piloted aircraft equipped with electronic warfare jamming capabilities.