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Europe turns to industrial and procurement co-operation with Ukraine as supplies continue
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.
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Australia commissions HMAS Arafura three-and-a-half years behind schedule
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.
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Interview: Edge Group eyes Indonesian market for naval and UAV expansion
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.
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UK releases security strategy and plans for future defence spending boost
The UK’s National Security Strategy brings together the recently released Strategic Defence Review (SDR), Strategic Security Review, AUKUS Review and Industrial and Trade Strategies. At the same time, the UK made a commitment to reach defence spending of 5% of GDP by 2035 and Germany committed to 3.5% by 2029.
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Paris Air Show 2025: Parrot’s new microdrone ANAFI UKR breaks cover
While the Paris Air Show marked the first time the ANAFI UKR has been publicly shown, the ISR drone has been in use with various armed forces for the last eight months, Parrot told Shephard.
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France and Sweden sign defence roadmap as Naval Group positions FDI frigate for Swedish surface ship programme
A pact signed at the Paris Air Show has seen Sweden turn to the French FDI frigate to lead its next-gen surface combatant fleet amid shifting security dynamics in the Baltic Sea.
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Farnborough 2018: Is the UK a global or lone defence player? (video)
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As the UK prepares for withdrawal from the European Union, questions remain over whether the nation will adopt a protectionist autonomous role or whether it …
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Farnborough 2018: Those UK jets were as fast as lightning (video)
9th July 2018
With the first first four F-35B Lightning II jets arriving at RAF Marham on 6 June, Shephard takes a closer look at the UK's latest addition to its fleet.
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Ethiopia, Eritrea sign statement that war 'has come to an end'
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Ethiopia and Eritrea are no longer at war, the neighbours said in a joint statement on 9 July a day after their leaders met in …
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NATO leaders fear Trump crisis at key summit
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NATO leaders face a major threat to the credibility of their military alliance at their summit this week - not from traditional foe Russia, but …
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New Zealand becomes Poseidon’s next consort
9th July 2018
The Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) will get four new Boeing P-8A Poseidon MPAs to enhance its surveillance capability, with the government approving the …
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Rolls-Royce sells commercial marine unit
6th July 2018
British engine maker Rolls-Royce announced on 6 July that it has agreed to sell its loss-making commercial marine business to Norwegian industrial group Kongsberg for …
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Indian SOF tighten selection processes
6th July 2018
Indian special operations forces are to integrate extended levels of psychology tests into selection courses and other training programs in order to assess the suitability …
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Special Operations
Belgium inaugurates Special Operations Regiment
6th July 2018
The Belgian Ministry of Defence (MoD) officially inaugurated the Special Operations Regiment (SOR) on 3rd July as part of a wider move to increase the …
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Naval Warfare
China launches two new destroyers
6th July 2018
The Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Company in Liaoning Province simultaneously launched two Type 055 destroyers, a new class destined for the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN), …
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BAE Systems outlines reasons for Sea 5000 win
6th July 2018
Australia will now begin the task of preparing to build the Global Combat Ship - Australia (GCS-A), with two main reasons given by BAE Systems …
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Land Warfare
Cloudy future for Iron Curtain APS on US Army Strykers
5th July 2018
The fate of Artis' Iron Curtain active protection system (APS) continues to hang in the balance while the US Army decides if it wants to …
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Boeing widens embrace of Embraer
5th July 2018
Boeing will take control of the commercial business of Brazil's Embraer, the companies announced on 5 July, better positioning the US aerospace giant to compete …
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Naval Warfare
BAE Pacific 24 boat build set to grow
5th July 2018
The Royal Navy (RN) is likely to order more Pacific 24 Mk IV Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIB) from BAE Systems once the initial order for …
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Germany warns US against trade war
4th July 2018
German Chancellor Angela Merkel warned US President Donald Trump on 4 July against unleashing an all-out trade war after he threatened to impose steep tariffs …
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Naval Warfare
UDT 2018: US Navy 'gutted' by sequestration
4th July 2018
The US Navy has been ‘gutted’ by a sequestration process that has left it unable to properly plan for the future as it tries to …
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Embraer sees shares soar amid talk of deal with Boeing
4th July 2018
Shares in the Brazil aircraft manufacturer Embraer soared on 4 July on the back of speculation that a deal to create a new company with …
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Zimbabwe army vows neutrality in election
4th July 2018
Zimbabwe's military vowed on 4 July to stay neutral in upcoming elections, dismissing suggestions it would deploy service personnel to influence national polls scheduled for …
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Opinion: Carter’s capability challenges
4th July 2018
General Sir Nick Carter has now formally taken on the role of Chief of the Defence Staff for the British Armed Forces. Carter comes to …
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PLA shows its skills in Hong Kong
4th July 2018
The Hong Kong Garrison of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) opened three of its camps to the public on 30 June and 1 July, allowing …
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Europe turns to industrial and procurement co-operation with Ukraine as supplies continue
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![Combat-proven capabilities: How precision-strike systems are evolving for tomorrow’s battlespace (podcast)]()
Combat-proven capabilities: How precision-strike systems are evolving for tomorrow’s battlespace (podcast)
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![Australia commissions HMAS Arafura three-and-a-half years behind schedule]()
Australia commissions HMAS Arafura three-and-a-half years behind schedule
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![Interview: Edge Group eyes Indonesian market for naval and UAV expansion]()
Interview: Edge Group eyes Indonesian market for naval and UAV expansion
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![Europe turns to industrial and procurement co-operation with Ukraine as supplies continue]()
Europe turns to industrial and procurement co-operation with Ukraine as supplies continue
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![Australia commissions HMAS Arafura three-and-a-half years behind schedule]()
Australia commissions HMAS Arafura three-and-a-half years behind schedule
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![Interview: Edge Group eyes Indonesian market for naval and UAV expansion]()
Interview: Edge Group eyes Indonesian market for naval and UAV expansion
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![UK releases security strategy and plans for future defence spending boost]()
UK releases security strategy and plans for future defence spending boost
