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Artificial intelligence and the human-machine interface (podcast)

The third episode of Shephard Studio’s Artificial Intelligence on the Battlefield podcast, sponsored by our partner Systel, looks more closely at the future of the human-machine interface.
Putting the soldier at the centre of AI design (Studio)

Militaries are turning to soldier-centred design to maximise the benefits of AI technology, placing humans at the centre of their development efforts.

Czechs suffer lingering IFV headache

In a step forward, the recently appointed Czech Minister of Defence defined the BVP replacement as a priority for the country — but in a potential step backwards, Jana Černochová decided that the MoD will reassess the acquisition of 210 new IFVs.

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Russia flexes surge capability muscles (Analysis)

The recent ten-day deployment of ‘peacekeeping’ troops to Kazakhstan reflects recent and ongoing efforts to enhance Russian airborne capabilities — should Ukraine be worried?

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Defensphere plans tests for Vegvisir prototype

Startup company aims to demonstrate Vegvisir situational awareness system for armoured vehicles at Eurosatory in June.

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Communications kits to help improve cyber on CV90

MilDef is providing communications equipment for the CV90 IFV.

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Lynx Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle (OMFV): Overmatch Today, Overmatch Tomorrow (sponsored)

Introducing America’s next-generation infantry fighting vehicle, digitally designed to meet customer requirements.

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Pushing past possible with Textron Systems (sponsored video)

We are ALL IN, providing you with enduring solutions for a complex world. TOGETHER, we put tomorrow’s technology in the world’s hands today.

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Estonia renews Pasi support deal with Patria

4th January 2022

Patria continues lifecycle support for XA-180EST and XA-188 wheeled APCs used by Estonia.
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Poland acquires 25 Wizjer mini-UAVs

30th December 2021

Under a PLN 174 million ($42 .9million) contract, a national consortium will manufacture the new systems. The deliveries are scheduled from 2024 to 2027.
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Rostec prepares mass production of Sprut-SDM1 tank

30th December 2021

Russian state-owned defence group Rostec announced on 29 December that the governmental trials of the Sprut-SDM1 tank are to be completed at the beginning of 2022.
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India inducts new engineer reconnaissance vehicle

30th December 2021

Indian Army engineers have received an upgraded reconnaissance vehicle.
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Polish MND delivers eight 155 mm Krabs to 21st Podhale Rifle Brigade

29th December 2021

Apart from the Krabs, the Brigade also received one battery command vehicle, two command post vehicles, two ammunition supply vehicles, one armament and electronics repair vehicle and one squadron command staff vehicle.
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Poland receives the last batch of RPP EOD/IED tracked UGV

28th December 2021

The 17 UGVs will equip engineering units of the Polish Armed Forces and will support EOD/IED missions of removing dangerous materials.
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Lithuania receives 830 new riflescopes

28th December 2021

The devices were acquired in March under a €4 million ($4.5 million) contract with the Czech company Meopta Systems s.r.o.
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Czech Republic acquires 949 Minimi machine guns

28th December 2021

The CZK 1.12 billion ($ 50.73 million) contract with the Czech company CB Servis Centrum sro comprises 7.62 x 51 mm and 5.56 x 45 mm weapons. The deliveries are scheduled to take place from 2022 to 2025.
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US Marine Corps order 33 ACVs

27th December 2021

BAE Systems Land & Armaments has received an around $170 million contract modification on 23 December for the procurement of 33 full rate production ACVs.
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Latvia invests in electromagnetic protection and cybersecurity

24th December 2021

Latvia has allocated $1.4 million to improve electromagnetic protection and cybersecurity and to develop a ballistic protective vest to protect UAVs.
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Dutch Army plans Bushmaster fleet upgrade

23rd December 2021

The Dutch Army plans on a MLU to upgrade 102 Bushmasters. The platforms will feature reversing cameras, increased payload capacity, an upgraded onboard weapon station and an extra layer of armour.
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US Army orders M72 LAW

23rd December 2021

Nammo is to provide US Army with M72 LAW variants and components for training systems.
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New AFVs and artillery offer options for Egypt

23rd December 2021

European manufacturers displayed a variety of armoured vehicles and self-propelled howitzers at EDEX 2021.
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Poland enhances VSHORAD capacities

23rd December 2021

The Polish MND Armament Inspectorate has announced the delivery of the last units of the self-propelled anti-aircraft missile system POPRAD.
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Increased European collaboration gives rise to improved artillery capability

23rd December 2021

European countries involved in the PESCO EuroArtillery project and the EDIDP FIRES and E-COLORSS efforts will enhance their collaboration in 2022, aimed at improving their artillery capacities.
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FMS proposal adds more Javelins for Lithuania

22nd December 2021

Additional FGM-148F missiles and command launch units would enhance Lithuanian anti-tank capabilities.
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Slovakia advances acquisition of IFVs and AFVs

22nd December 2021

The Slovak MoD is on track to receive proposals for the supply of 76 8x8 AFVs and 152 IFVs to replace an ageing fleet of BMP-1, BMP-2 and modernised version of the BMP.
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M88A3 prototypes to reach US Army in 2022

22nd December 2021

BAE Systems receives contract to provide prototypes of upgraded armoured recovery vehicle.
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Video system for Namer set to enter serial production

21st December 2021

Video system for Israeli APC includes multiple displays for 360° situational awareness.