Defence Notes
US military could start new nanotech tests by 2023
Progress in nanomaterial technologies could help militaries to counter directed-energy weapons, as the latest research finds new applications for defence.
Investing in Tomorrow (Studio) Hide
-
![Against a rapidly evolving air defence picture, SkyKeeper has all threats covered (Studio)]()
Against a rapidly evolving air defence picture, SkyKeeper has all threats covered (Studio)
Evolving air defence requirements drove the development of Lockheed Martin UK's SkyKeeper BMC4I solution.
-
![SkyKeeper – the enabler of air defence in the digital age (video)]()
SkyKeeper – the enabler of air defence in the digital age (video)
In response to evolving air defence challenges, Lockheed Martin UK has developed SkyKeeper - a next-generation Battle Management Command and Control capability.
Defence Notes
Tri-service spotlight on Russia and US hypersonics (podcast)
Welcome to Episode 29 of the third series of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more. Sign up to an early email alert ...
Defence Notes
UK government intervenes to acquire steel components manufacturer
Decision to nationalise Sheffield Forgemasters is a move to protect a strategically important industrial capability.
Defence Notes
Raytheon demonstrates eJPALS in Yuma tests
The expeditionary Joint Precision Approach and Landing System (eJPALS) is a land-based version of its carrier-borne JPALS capability designed to support dispersed operations and flights from austere runways.
Defence Notes
Cobham bid for Ultra resurrects UK sovereignty concerns
Ultra Electronics board said it was ‘minded’ to recommend a multibillion-dollar buyout offer from Cobham to shareholders. The possible deal has raised concerns from some corners over the acquisition of UK defence companies by foreign firms.
Featured videos
Defence Notes
Snapshot: US FY2022 budget proposal (video)
The US government released the President’s FY2022 Budget proposal on 28 May.
-
Defence Notes
UK procurement fiascos and FLRAA update (Podcast)
2nd July 2021
Welcome to Episode 26 of the third series of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more. Sign up to an early email alert ...
-
Defence Notes
Germany to receive M-Code user equipment
30th June 2021
FMS contract focuses on a miniature receiver for precise position, navigation and timing as well as anti-jamming and anti-spoofing.
-
Defence Notes
Déjà vu hovers over MTCR but manufacturer fears may prove unfounded
28th June 2021
Will the Biden administration decide to reverse moves by its predecessor to loosen UAV export restrictions under the Missile Technology Control Regime?
-
Defence Notes
Aussie Hawkei troubles, FMS training market and C-UAS solutions for the Middle East (Podcast)
25th June 2021
Welcome to Episode 25 of the third series of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more. Sign up to an early email alert ...
-
Defence Notes
UK explores underwater energy harvesting technology for defence
25th June 2021
SME wins UK MoD contract to develop energy capture and storage device for underwater defence uses.
-
Defence Notes
Dstl aims to supercharge science
22nd June 2021
Dstl chief executive, Doug Umbers, has written an open letter urging the best minds in the country to work with Dstl to combat future threats.
-
Defence Notes
Raytheon to develop next-generation neuromorphic camera
21st June 2021
Raytheon has been awarded a contract to develop the Fast Event-based Neuromorphic Camera and Electronics program.
-
Defence Notes
Duterte leaves Philippine-US VFA in state of suspense
18th June 2021
Duterte remains true to character by leaving in limbo, but not severing, a legal agreement that allows US troops to train in the Philippines.
-
Defence Notes
Spotlight on Germany and Asia-Pacific procurement latest (Podcast)
18th June 2021
Welcome to Episode 24 of the third series of The Weekly Defence Podcast. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and more. Sign up to an early email alert ...
-
Defence Notes
NP Aerospace achieves exclusive bomb suit standard
17th June 2021
NP Aerospace has been awarded the second-ever NIJ certification for its new bomb disposal suit.
-
Defence Notes
Is Russian manned space technology shifting towards military applications?
17th June 2021
Plans for Russia to build its own orbital station could enable geospatial intelligence-gathering missions and onboard military experiments away from international observers.
-
Defence Notes
Prototype solution could revolutionise night-vision technology
17th June 2021
Researchers say compact and lightweight nanocrystal layers transform normally invisible IR light into visible images on an ultra-thin screen.
-
Defence Notes
Naval Group and DSTA to develop 3D printing technologies
16th June 2021
Naval Group and DSTA have partnered to develop additive manufacturing technologies for naval applications.
-
Defence Notes
EU plays catch-up on launchers
16th June 2021
Europe ceded the initiative on reusable launcher technology in 2014 and only now is it trying to claw back the lost ground.
-
Defence Notes
US set for modest cyber budget increase despite deepening threats
16th June 2021
US cybersecurity is hardly strapped for cash — but officials in the DoD and other federal agencies had reason to hope for much more.
-
Defence Notes
Industry collaboration seeks to exploit potential of conductive inks for defence
16th June 2021
Potential applications from an MoU between First Graphene and AMD include ultra-lightweight coatings for attenuated electromagnetic interference shielding.
-
Defence Notes
Military explores potential of commercial SATCOM
14th June 2021
Commercial satellite constellations may find favour with the DoD for low Earth orbit solutions.
-
Defence Notes
IRGC sheds light on new air equipment
11th June 2021
SAM system, air defence radar and armed UAV take top billing in Tehran.
-
Defence Notes
USAF orders Minuteman III sustainment services
11th June 2021
Northrop Grumman will continue helping to ensure the reliability of Minuteman III force.
