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Skyral enables government and industry to develop and adapt synthetic solutions more quickly, efficiently and reliably.
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US Space Force’s next-generation missile warning system moves forward with $500 million in new contracts
Next-Generation Overhead Persistent Infrared (Next-Gen OPIR) satellites are intended to provide early warning of missile launches from any location worldwide and new ground stations will result in expanded coverage of critical missile warning.
Air Warfare
Ukraine to receive more F-16 spares and training support from the US and Czech Republic
The US and Czech Republic have pledged different support packages, with the latter agreeing to jointly open a new F-16 training centre in partnership with a ‘coalition of the willing’.
Air Warfare
Saudi Arabia approved for $3.5 billion AMRAAM buy ahead of Trump visit
The possible sale for 1,000 AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM), comes ahead of President Trump’s visit to the country later in the month.
Air Warfare
US services test Raytheon ASTARTE AI-enabled software system
The solution was evaluated by the US Army and Air Force during the Project Convergence Capstone 5.
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Naval Warfare
US plans reserve status for unwanted Littoral Combat Ships
30th March 2020
The first four of the USN’s Littoral Combat Ships (LCS) – two of each variant – will be decommissioned from service by the end of …
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Defence Notes
Russian MoD builds 16 new medical facilities
30th March 2020
The Russian Ministry of Defence is building 16 new multifunctional medical centres across 15 regions, according to a 30 March statement. More than 4,500 people …
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Naval Warfare
USN issues upgrade contract for Tactical Tomahawk Block IV missiles
30th March 2020
The USN has awarded Raytheon a $493.44 million contract for modernisation and recertification of the Tactical Tomahawk (TACTOM) Block IV all-up round missile. A new …
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Air Warfare
Airbus to temporarily suspend non-essential activity
30th March 2020
Airbus has suspended most activities across its Commercial, Defence & Aerospace and Helicopters divisions in Spain until 9 April. Security, IT and engineering support will …
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Naval Warfare
RN’s new River-class sets sail for new home
30th March 2020
The RN’s new River-class Batch 2 OPV, HMS Tamar, departed from the BAE Systems shipyard on the River Clyde on 27 March, destined for its …
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Naval Warfare
Australia’s final Hobart-class destroyer arrives in Sydney
30th March 2020
The new Hobart-class destroyer NUSHIP Sydney arrived in Sydney, New South Wales on 27 March marking the delivery of the final of three Air Warfare …
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Naval Warfare
South Korea moves ahead with new frigates
27th March 2020
The Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN) continues to modernise, with a design and production contract being awarded to Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) for the Ulsan-class …
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Defence Notes
Sweden seeks to support security in Mali
27th March 2020
Sweden’s Defence Minister Peter Hultqvist has expressed interest in sending Swedish Armed Forces Special Forces to assist with operations in the Sahel region of West …
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Defence Notes
Lockheed Martin pledges support for supply chain
27th March 2020
Lockheed Martin is investing millions of dollars to support small and medium-sized enterprises within their supply chain as well as NGOs working to stem the …
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Land Warfare
Brazilian Army improves air defence of the Amazon area
27th March 2020
The Brazilian Army is increasing efforts to protect the Amazon area with the procurement of man-portable air defence systems (MANPADS) for the 12th Jungle Anti-Aircraft Artillery …
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Defence Notes
Rolls-Royce reports business as usual for defence
27th March 2020
Rolls-Royce’s defence division has been designated as a key supplier for the UK military, and hence it will not be forced to close due to …
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Defence Notes
PODCAST: Chinese military modernisation, German defence procurement and ‘leading from home’ in a COVID-19 world
27th March 2020
Welcome to Episode 12 of the second series of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more. Sign up to an early email alert …
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Defence Notes
Embraer approached to produce ventilators for Brazil
27th March 2020
Embraer is working with other defence and aerospace companies to produce ventilators and medical equipment to support the Brazil’s efforts to tackle the coronavirus outbreak. …
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Defence Notes
UK Defence Committee extends policy review evidence deadline
27th March 2020
The UK Defence Select Committee has extended the deadline for industry leaders to submit written evidence to its Integrated Security, Defence and Foreign Policy Review. …
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Defence Notes
Saab not feeling ‘immediate consequences’ of coronavirus crisis
26th March 2020
Manufacturer Saab has said that it will not speculate on how the unfolding COVID-19 pandemic will disrupt company plans or financial expectations, but confirmed that the Gripen …
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Naval Warfare
Entire crew of USN carrier to be tested for COVID-19
26th March 2020
The USN’s USS Theodore Roosevelt is heading to Guam where it will remain pierside while the entire crew is tested for the COVID-19 virus after …
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Defence Notes
NATO AN-124 transports medical supplies to Eastern Europe
26th March 2020
A NATO-operated Antonov An-124 transport aircraft has transported 48t of medical supplies to Bratislava Airport from Tianjin, China. The medical supplies are being sent to …
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Naval Warfare
RN shadows seven Russian warships off UK coast
26th March 2020
The UK RN confirmed on 26 March that it has been shadowing seven Russian naval vessels in the English Channel and North Sea following ‘unusually …
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Naval Warfare
FFG(X) programme fails to adhere to sustainment guidance
26th March 2020
The USN’s FFG(X) programme could suffer the same sustainment cost overruns during the service lifetime of the type as has been found for previous classes of warships, …
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![Ukraine to receive more F-16 spares and training support from the US and Czech Republic]()
Ukraine to receive more F-16 spares and training support from the US and Czech Republic
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![US Space Force’s next-generation missile warning system moves forward with $500 million in new contracts]()
US Space Force’s next-generation missile warning system moves forward with $500 million in new contracts
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![SOF Week 2025: Kraken Technology group debuts K3 Scout USV in North America]()
SOF Week 2025: Kraken Technology group debuts K3 Scout USV in North America
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![Embraer affirms “limited” US tariff impact with 72% growth in defence revenues for Q1 2025]()
Embraer affirms “limited” US tariff impact with 72% growth in defence revenues for Q1 2025
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![Ukraine to receive more F-16 spares and training support from the US and Czech Republic]()
Ukraine to receive more F-16 spares and training support from the US and Czech Republic
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![US Space Force’s next-generation missile warning system moves forward with $500 million in new contracts]()
US Space Force’s next-generation missile warning system moves forward with $500 million in new contracts
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![SOF Week 2025: Kraken Technology group debuts K3 Scout USV in North America]()
SOF Week 2025: Kraken Technology group debuts K3 Scout USV in North America
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![Embraer affirms “limited” US tariff impact with 72% growth in defence revenues for Q1 2025]()
Embraer affirms “limited” US tariff impact with 72% growth in defence revenues for Q1 2025
