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Improbable Defence is transforming synthetic environments through Skyral (Sponsored)
Skyral enables government and industry to develop and adapt synthetic solutions more quickly, efficiently and reliably.
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Ireland commits to major equipment procurement schedules
The Irish Defence Forces has a range of challenges to overcome including discontent in sections of the forces, a need for cultural change, pay rates and equipment shortfalls. An implementation plan released 21 November has, however, provided projected timelines for change and procurement.
Naval Warfare
Thales Australia wins $1.3 billion navy maintenance contract
A contract to provide maintenance and support for Australia’s naval fleet in Sydney will create more than 900 jobs and boost Australia's sovereign naval shipbuilding industrial capability.
Naval Warfare
Italy finally funds naval missile projects
The Italian MoD’s multi-year programme documents (DPP) detailing its current and planned acquisition projects has provided new details of funding for its 2023–25 naval missile programmes.
Air Warfare
US approves South Korean US$52.1 million Sidewinder missiles deal
Raytheon Missiles and Defense will provide dozens of AIM-9X Sidewinder Tactical and Training Missiles for the South Korean military.
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I/ITSEC 2023: Combined and joint exercises – when is bigger better?
Why armed forces need to focus on the challenges associated with conducting military exercises at different levels and domains, by focusing on interoperability, as well as joint and combined operations.
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I/ITSEC 2023: Climate change – how military training will need to adapt
How climate change poses various challenges and risks to defence training, readiness and infrastructure.
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South Korea and Boeing to jointly research long-endurance aerial UAVs
Boeing and South Korea have solidified plans that would see Boeing UAV design and technology capabilities implemented locally by South Korean companies.
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Ukraine fields 5,000 homegrown drones amid Iran's debut of advanced Shahed-238 UAV
Amid escalating tensions and technological advancements in drone warfare, Ukraine has reinforced its front lines with a delivery of 5,000 indigenous drones, paralleled by Iran's revelation of the new jet-powered Shahed-238.
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Banding together to beat ballistic missiles (Sponsored)
The combined, proven capabilities of Raytheon Missiles & Defense radars safeguard security.
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WDS 2024: the emerging platform for the global defence industry
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Scorpius - A Quantum Leap in Electronic Warfare Capabilities and Performance (sponsored)
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Defence Notes
WDS 2024: the emerging platform for the global defence industry
29th September 2023
Focusing on future technology and innovation, World Defense Show returns, expanded in floorspace, duration and participation.
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Patria to deliver Hawk trainer jet full mission simulator to Finnish Defence Forces
27th September 2023
Patria has signed a procurement contract with the Finnish Defence Forces to provide a Hawk Full Mission Simulator (FMS) for pilot training, boosting the realistic and extensive training capabilities of the Finnish Air Force.
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Digital Battlespace
Orbiting the Future: How New Satellite Technologies are Revolutionising Global Communications
26th September 2023
With the satellite industry at a pivotal juncture, Intelsat is investing in advanced technologies like 5G and optical communications, striving to enhance worldwide connectivity and address emerging governmental needs.
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Defence Notes
US Army seeks 'fundamental transformation' to face future threats
25th September 2023
‘The army is really undergoing its most fundamental transformation in 40 years. We are moving away from the system that we designed in the 80s’, Secretary of the Army Christine Wormuth has claimed,
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Defence Notes
US provides a further $325 million worth of arms and equipment to support Ukraine, taking total to $43.9 billion since invasion
22nd September 2023
The US on 21 September announced another $325 million in arms and equipment to Ukraine, including missiles, air defence systems, ammunition and vehicles in support of the Eastern European country’s operations against the Russian invasion.
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Defence Notes
DSEI 2023 in review: Ukraine, AI and the real world
20th September 2023
DSEI 2023 took place in the shadow of the largest European land war in more than seven decades and a growth in conversations about artificial intelligence (AI) with limited UK immediate defence programme opportunities; many of the new products and exhibitors' announcements reflected this.
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Air Warfare
India receives first C295 transport aircraft from Airbus
19th September 2023
India has received its first C295 transporter, and efforts at home continue for AEW, special mission and tanker platforms to be converted from pre-owned airliners.
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Defence Notes
Pentagon to strengthen cyber networks of US partners and allies
18th September 2023
The recently released 2023 Cyber Strategy states that the US will build the capacity and capability of allies and partners in cyberspace and expand avenues of potential cyber cooperation.
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Air Warfare
South Korea seeks extra F-35A fighters
15th September 2023
South Korea is looking for more F-35A fighters to bolster its fleet, as development of the KF-21 Boramae continues apace.
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Defence Notes
Pentagon bets on advanced autonomous solutions to match Chinese military capabilities
14th September 2023
The US DoD recently disclosed details of the Replicator initiative to field thousands of uncrewed systems in two years across multiple domains.
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Defence Notes
The centre of gravity of ‘Axis of Evil 2.0’ shifts eastwards (Opinion)
14th September 2023
Russia might be at the tip of the spear in terms of authoritarian aggression, but it has plenty of backers in the shape of countries like China, Iran and North Korea. Others, like India, try to duplicitously sit on the fence.
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Defence Notes
US Army seeks innovative new battlefield roles for drones
13th September 2023
The US Army recently tested deployment of UAS to identify casualties on the battlefield and in disaster response scenarios. Drones were used to assess the vital signs of wounded soldiers from the sky.
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Training
High-End Defense Training for Multipolar Threats
13th September 2023
From US National Intelligence Council reports to defense and foreign policy commentary, much ink has been spilled in the last five years on changing power dynamics in the world order.
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Land Warfare
The power to outpace the threat
12th September 2023
What if the biggest receiver upgrade came with the smallest mission interruption and impact to your budget? BAE Systems is delivering the latest in portable M-Code GPS technology.
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Defence Notes
DSEI 2023: Avon Protection unveils new CBRN and military diving concepts
12th September 2023
Avon Protection is introducing new concepts in CBRN (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear) protective equipment and military diving technologies at DSEI 2023.
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Defence Notes
DSEI 2023: Will UK defence be 'on pause' until the next general election?
11th September 2023
The 2023 edition of DSEI will be the last to be held during the current UK Parliament. With an election due within 16 months, is this the ‘end of term’ for the current government, and what are the prospects for the MoD and British defence more widely?
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Defence Notes
Poland announces multi-million acquisitions to boost air and missile defence capacities
8th September 2023
As part of the second phase of the WISŁA air defence programme, Poland will procure PAC-3 MSE missiles, 48 Patriot launchers and 12 LTAMDS sensors.
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Naval Warfare
How serious a threat is North Korea's nuclear-armed navy?
8th September 2023
As well as splurging on ballistic weapons, North Korea has been developing submarines and surface combatants capable of firing nuclear-tipped missiles. Largely based on outdated designs, do they nonetheless pose a serious regional threat?
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Defence Notes
The Imperative of Collaborative Innovation in European Defence (Opinion)
7th September 2023
The dynamics of global defence are shifting, and isolated endeavours are increasingly giving way to collaborative innovation, joint ventures, and partnerships. Steve Griessel, CEO of Paramount, argues that as Europe navigates its defence priorities, the pressing question is not what we must create but with whom we must join hands.
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