Defence Notes

F-15EX and shipbuilding win big in proposed $150 billion US defence funding boost

The legislation outlined additional budget to enhance air, land and naval platforms, including next-generation air and uncrewed naval programmes.

Companies post mostly rosy results but warn of potential dark clouds

First quarter 2025 results have been dropping for companies in the past week but many of the US results come with a health warning in their forward-looking aspects about the potential impact of actions by the Trump administration.

Naval Warfare

Interview: DSTA collaborates with Leonardo, Thales and Safran for naval C-UAS

In an exclusive interview with Shephard, DSTA chief Ng Chad-son outlines how the agency is reshaping defence tech development through deeper collaboration with industry partners, from AI-enhanced radar to smart naval munitions.

Spain unveils new multi-billion euro defence investment plan

The new plan outlined how Spain would reach 2% of its GDP spend on defence by 2025, with €1.9 billion earmarked for new equipment acquisition with several land, naval and air platforms disclosed to be replaced or upgraded.

More Stories

Defence Notes

Northrop Grumman speeds up additive manufacturing process for advanced weaponry

9th September 2022

Scalable Composite Robotic Additive Manufacturing system promises to cut manufacturing time, says Northrop Grumman.
Land Warfare

Lockheed Martin exploring opportunity to perform M270 recapitalisation and sustainment work in UK

9th September 2022

Shephard has learned that Lockheed Martin is exploring opportunities to perform recapitalisation work on British Army's M270 multiple launch rocket system (MLRS) at Ampthill under plans being assessed and pending US DoD and UK MoD approval.
Naval Warfare

Canada to complete MCM project review

9th September 2022

Canada's delayed autonomous mine-hunting system acquisition project may finally be restarted.
Air Warfare

India approves more capable LCA Mk2 fighter

9th September 2022

HAL will design and develop the ultimate version of the Tejas - the Mk2 - for the Indian Air Force.
Land Warfare

Adaptability – A Battlefield Advantage (sponsored)

8th September 2022

Near peer conflict, political instability and rapidly accelerating technology make for a conflict environment that is characterised by unpredictability.
Land Warfare

US to give more HIMARS ammunition, artillery rounds and anti-radiation missiles to Ukraine

8th September 2022

The US DoD has announced a new package of military materiel support to Ukraine worth $675 million, including HIMARS ammunition, 105mm howitzer rounds, High-speed Anti-Radiation Missiles and more.
Air Warfare

Training Transformation a CAE Perspective (Sponsored)

8th September 2022

It Started with the Pilot Shortage Over the past decade, air forces around the world have become concerned over a growing shortage of qualified pilots. …
Naval Warfare

India maintains busy tempo of laying down and launching ships

8th September 2022

Naval corvettes, frigates and coast guard interceptor programmes are all under way in India via various shipyards.
Air Warfare

Israel to gain additional support services from Lockheed Martin for F-35I Adir

7th September 2022

Lockheed Martin is to provide additional support for the Israeli F-35I Adir programme under a new two-year contract modification.
Naval Warfare

JFD to supply Swedish Navy with digital diver comms system

7th September 2022

A Digital Diver Communications System from JFD will be installed aboard a Swedish Navy submarine rescue vessel.
Naval Warfare

MSPO 2022: Composite OSU-35K maritime air defence system to equip Kormoran II, Miecznik vessels

7th September 2022

Polish firms combine to develop a new 35mm gun system for naval air defence that can fire airburst munitions and sub-calibre ammunition.
Defence Notes

GSOF Symposium Europe 2022 narrows in on SOF mission requirements (Sponsored)

7th September 2022

In October, Global SOF Symposium – Europe will open its doors to the European Special Operations Forces (SOF) community in Budapest, Hungary, for three days of discussion and collaboration on issues affecting SOF operations worldwide.
Naval Warfare

Philippines receives its first two Shaldag craft from Israel

7th September 2022

The first two of nine Shaldag fast attack craft have reached Philippine shores.
Naval Warfare

Two carriers are better than one

6th September 2022

While the recent problems with HMS Prince of Wales are regrettable, the incident has vindicated the UK's decision to purchase two aircraft carriers.
Uncrewed Vehicles

Baykar ramps up TB2 production capacity, pins faith in Ukraine

6th September 2022

The manufacturer of the combat-proven Bayraktar TB2 armed UAV is making new investments to increase production capacity, as it also looks to broaden its collaboration with Ukraine.
Air Warfare

Rolls-Royce nets US contracts worth $1.8 billion over five years

6th September 2022

The two DoD contracts awarded to Rolls-Royce will cover the service of USN and USMC aircraft engines over the next five years.
Defence Notes

Embraer completes C-390/KC-390 firefighting flight tests

6th September 2022

The Modular Airborne Fire Fighting System will eventually be certified for installation aboard Embraer tanker aircraft ordered by Brazil, Hungary and Portugal.
Air Warfare

UK and US sow seeds in Australia for respective Wedgetail programmes

5th September 2022

The UK and US have personnel embedded in Australia to learn the ins and outs of the E-7A Wedgetail.
Naval Warfare

US Navy aircraft carrier weapon crews to receive ballistic shields

5th September 2022

Lateral and centre panel assemblies will provide advanced protection for crewed weapon stations aboard USN nuclear-powered aircraft carriers.