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The One-Way Effector (OWE) is a ground-launched missile or drome designed to act as a swarm to overwhelm air defence systems. It was displayed for the first time in Paris this week.
The new artillery and howitzer factory pre-dates the emphasis on this capability from this month’s Strategic Defence Review (SDR). The first joint industry-government meeting outlined in the review took place this week.
Romania received its first Cobra MkII 4×4 light tactical armoured vehicles, ordered Abrams main battle tanks (MBTs) and VAMTAC light vehicles, and is set to invest billions-of-dollars in infantry fighting vehicles.
The Italian Army operates Pumas in 6×6 and 4×4 configurations but the platforms are ageing and numbers have fallen with obsolescence also being an issue. Any replacement is likely to have a focus on the involvement of local industry.
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2nd June 2022
HIMARS rocket systems highlight the latest package of military support that the US will dispatch to Ukraine.
2nd June 2022
The Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) programme has a new partner. Sweden has joined Finland and Latvia and will invest €3.1 million ($3.32 million) in the collaborative effort that aims to develop an armoured vehicle based on Patria's 6x6 chassis.
2nd June 2022
In Slovakian testing of contenders for a new IFV, the CV90 got the highest score. However, announcement of a winner is awaited.
2nd June 2022
The evident vulnerabilities of Russian armour in the ongoing invasion of Ukraine have drawn the eye of Israeli MBT designers.
2nd June 2022
Aspects of the Redback design could find their way into the Republic of Korea Army's future IFVs, but exports remain a priority for Hanwha Defense. Meanwhile, production of K808-based 8x8 variants continues apace.
1st June 2022
A newly funded pilot project could dramatically reshape how the US Army procures SATCOM connectivity, with Hughes Defense actively promoting a managed services-based approach.
1st June 2022
The British Army’s new land vehicle storage solutions delivered under the VSSP programme are intended to keep maintenance requirements at a minimum.
1st June 2022
Senior USSOCOM leaders highlight counter-UAS, tactical mobility and the need for a sophisticated common operating picture as priorities for US special forces.
1st June 2022
A basic Communications Electronic Support Measure architecture under development in Germany could help armoured vehicle crews detect and locate nearby enemy troops and vehicles.
1st June 2022
New Zealand has been relatively slow on the uptake of UAVs, but this is about to change as it now looks for three categories of unmanned aircraft.
1st June 2022
China's army has introduced a new ARV to service units equipped with ZTQ-15 light tanks.
1st June 2022
Australia has released an RfI for its Land 4140 Tranche 1 progamme that will introduce new networking and communications systems.
31st May 2022
The FN Herstal FN HiPer is a 9x19mm handgun designed for both armed forces and law enforcement agencies.
31st May 2022
The British Army has decided to not purchase the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) under the Multi-Role Vehicle (Protected) (MRV-P) programme.
31st May 2022
The design of the tracked version of the MRZR Alpha vehicle, originally intended for Arctic mobility, has been refined to cope with soft soil and mixed terrain.
31st May 2022
Rocket launchers and truck-mounted howitzers are brand new equipment rolling into the hands of the Royal Cambodian Army.
30th May 2022
US Army separately contracts Northrop Grumman and General Dynamics for 120mm tank training equipment.
30th May 2022
Hybrid propulsion, power generation and electrification of ground platforms are considered ‘key areas’ by the UK MoD. Investing in the development of hybrid electric powertrains, hydrogen power and other green fuels are also pressing concerns.
30th May 2022
The latest contract modification for Raytheon to produce more Stinger man-portable missiles may reflect concerns of a shortage.