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Japan’s first warship sale opens door to future exports but comes with strings attached

24th April 2026

Australia’s selection of an upgraded Mogami-class frigate marks Japan’s first-ever export of a major surface combatant. With an ambitious 2029 delivery target, the deal could open the door to further naval exports – but inexperience and geopolitical friction with China loom large.

FY2027 budget request highlights shift in USAF’s future aerial refuelling priorities

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FY2027 budget request highlights shift in USAF’s future aerial refuelling priorities

23rd April 2026

The USAF’s Next-Generation Aerial Refuelling Programme is coming under scrutiny in the wake of the Pentagon’s FY2027 budget request, signalling a change in how the force could prioritise the modernisation of its tanker fleet.

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Opinion: US Navy escort force feeling the strain

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Opinion: US Navy escort force feeling the strain

6th June 2019

The US Navy (USN) may be the largest and most capable navy on the planet but its escort force is stretched thinly across the globe, …

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Ford-class integrated combat system tested

6th June 2019

The integrated combat system for the USS Gerald R Ford has undergone final developmental testing off the coast of California.Carried out by Raytheon and the …

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US Marine Corps seeks integrated helmet designs

6th June 2019

The US Marine Corps (USMC) has initiated market research directed toward the procurement of a prototype and potential follow-on production contracts for a new Integrated …

Australia funds proposals for new defence materials

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Australia funds proposals for new defence materials

6th June 2019

The Australian Department of Defence has chosen seven research proposals from Australian organisations as it looks to develop new materials for military platforms. The proposals …

Carrier stamps France’s presence in Indo-Pacific

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Carrier stamps France’s presence in Indo-Pacific

6th June 2019

The Charles de Gaulle nuclear-powered aircraft carrier entered the waters of the Pacific region for the first time in 17 years, its first deployment after …

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The price is right for US F-16s to Sofia

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The price is right for US F-16s to Sofia

5th June 2019

Priced at US$1.673 billion, the sale to Bulgaria of eight Lockheed Martin F-16C/D Block 70 fighters has received the green light from the US State …

New Zealand Defence Force gets major budget boost

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New Zealand Defence Force gets major budget boost

5th June 2019

The New Zealand government revealed its budget for the 2019-20 fiscal year on 30 May with a large chunk of additional funds being allocated to …

OSI to support RCN’s JSS programme

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OSI to support RCN’s JSS programme

4th June 2019

OSI Maritime Systems (OSI) has signed a contract with Thales Canada to provide integrated bridge and navigation systems (IBNS) for the Royal Canadian Navy’s new …

Widespread use, but Link 16 integration challenges remain

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Widespread use, but Link 16 integration challenges remain

4th June 2019

While Link 16 has revolutionised air operations, easing command and control and enhancing situational awareness, challenges still exist regarding its implementation.  The Link 16 tactical …

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