Land Warfare

France's Technamm to unveil new special forces vehicles

Inspired by lessons learned in Ukraine, the 4x4 Technamm Fennec 2 is looking for its first customers, while the Masstech Commando has already been ordered by France and Jordan

Beleaguered Ajax programme moves on with new, much later, in-service dates

The UK's Ajax armoured vehicle programme faces further delays, with platforms not entering service until 2025 and full operating capability not until 2028-29, causing concern for the British Army's modernisation plans.

Mobility and deception keeping Ukrainian air defence systems intact

Mobility and deception tactics have helped keep Ukrainian air defence systems stay online during Russia's invasion of the country.

Land Warfare

Chess Dynamics details advanced video tracking capabilities

Chess Dynamics' neural network video tracking capabilities can learn over time to get more accurate.

Enhancing Cyber Electromagnetic Activity solutions to achieve spectrum dominance across multi-domain operations (sponsored)

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RCV-Pioneer Mobility, Counter-Mobility and Survivability on demand for Remote and Autonomous Vehicles (sponsored)

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IDEX 2023: Saab showcases new laser warning sensor for vehicle self-protection

1st March 2023

At the Emirati show, Saab showcased a range of vehicle self-protection and countermeasure solutions.
Air Warfare

Patria OPTIME ensures fleet performance in all conditions over the entire lifecycle (Sponsored)

28th February 2023

Smarter sustainment and ultimate availability: Patria OPTIME combines robust engineering and maintenance expertise with data analysis in a unique way for the sustainment of various kinds of fleets. It ensures that customer fleets are always ready for operations – with optimal costs.
Digital Battlespace

Northrop Grumman begins testing new multifunction sensor

28th February 2023

The EMRIS sensor can perform radar, EW and communications functions using a single array.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2023: Ukraine accelerates shift to Western artillery systems

28th February 2023

Details are emerging of new Ukrainian 155mm self-propelled artillery systems and 300mm mobile rocket launcher.
Defence Notes

IDEX 2023: All the news from the show floor (podcast)

27th February 2023

This week on the Shephard Defence Podcast, senior naval reporter Harry Lye and military training & simulation reporter Norbert Neumann chat about the big news stories from IDEX in Abu Dhabi.
Land Warfare

Counter-drone solutions from East and West proliferate at IDEX 2023

27th February 2023

There was no shortage of UAVs on display at IDEX 2023 in Abu Dhabi, and many companies brought their counter-drone systems too.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2023: Czech firm offers multi-layered air defence for Middle East market

26th February 2023

The air defence capability is currently under development and ‘partially in production’ for Indonesia.
Land Warfare

GM Defense charts course for electric future at IDEX 2023

24th February 2023

GM Defense forged closer ties with the UAE at the Emirati defence show and touted its electric vehicle capabilities.
Digital Battlespace

IDEX 2023: Codan Communications presents new squad radio

24th February 2023

The company’s new squad radio system can self-heal and relay information across a network.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2023: Amphibious Patria 6x6 vehicle goes on show

24th February 2023

6x6 Armoured Wheeled Vehicle is seen as natural complement to Patria's larger 8x8 design.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2023: Egypt takes COTS route for protected vehicles

24th February 2023

The Temsah-4 armoured vehicle is based on a Mercedes-Benz chassis to reduce through-life costs and features scalable protection levels.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2023: Saudi Arabia in frame to buy ‘Korean Patriot’ SAM system

24th February 2023

South Korea's LIG Nex1 is confident Saudi Arabia will become the next customer for its Medium-range Surface-to-Air Missile Block-II after the UAE.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2023: Nexter extends UAE partnership to tank fleet upgrade

23rd February 2023

The French company has signed an agreement with International Golden Group to collaborate on modernisation of the UAE Army's Leclerc tank fleet.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2023: Milanion NTGS integrates light mortar on all-terrain vehicle, signs Streit Group MoU

23rd February 2023

Milanion NTGS is displaying its light mortar system mounted on a Polaris RZR vehicle and has signed an agreement to collaborate with the UAE's Streit Group.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2023: Otokar awaits second Rabdan contract

23rd February 2023

Otokar has completed delivery of 8x8 Rabdan armoured vehicles to the UAE Army and is working on ambulance and 6x6 versions of the IFV design.
Land Warfare

ST Engineering teases new smart 4x4 hybrid electric vehicle at IDEX 2023

23rd February 2023

The Singaporean defence company expects to reveal the completed smart 4x4 vehicle next year.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2023: 'Kamikaze' combat UGV enters production

23rd February 2023

Gaard Tech's Jaeger UGV is an attritible combat drone with an explosive warhead designed to penetrate AFV armour.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2023: John Cockerill and NIMR to explore potential of interceptor vehicle

22nd February 2023

Belgium's John Cockerill Defense has signed a teaming agreement with NIMR to develop the potential of the i-X 4x4 interceptor vehicle.
Land Warfare

IDEX 2023: Inkas Titan armoured vehicle takes on new roles

22nd February 2023

UAE company Inkas Armored Vehicles has developed a flatbed weapon carrier version of its Titan armoured personnel carrier.