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Will we see a rise in MBT alternatives in future armoured warfare?

25th November 2025

In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of militaries procuring alternative vehicles to the traditional tank. The spread of these vehicles appears to be driven by the ever-increasing cost of MBTs and the changing nature of the modern battlefield.

New agreement signed and another order for CV90s

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New agreement signed and another order for CV90s

24th November 2025

More than 1,800 BAE Systems Hägglunds CV90 armoured personnel carriers/infantry fighting vehicles have been ordered by European countries, with some looking at the platform as an option for a light tank.

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South Korea has created new units – including an ISR formation and a special forces decapitation brigade – in response to the threat from its …

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First upgunned Stryker arrives in Europe

11th December 2017

The first of the US Army’s new ‘upgunned’ Stryker vehicles, equipped with a remotely-operated 30mm weapon system, has arrived in Europe. The service announced on …

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SFABs to get Harris radios

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Harris Corporation has been selected to equip US Army Security Force Assistance Brigades (SFABs) with new communication systems, the company announced on 6 December. Harris …

New AFFVs for Canadian armed forces

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New AFFVs for Canadian armed forces

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The Royal Canadian Air Force 8 Wing Trenton has become the first location to receive new Aerial Fire Fighting Vehicles (AFFVs) from Aréo-Feu, it was …

Singapore operationalises target acquisition designation system

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Singapore operationalises target acquisition designation system

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Singapore’s artillery is in the midst of introducing a new laser Target Acquisition Designation System (TADS) to increase the efficiency of Singapore Armed Forces (SAF)strike …

Philippines repeats orders for Kia vehicles

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Philippines repeats orders for Kia vehicles

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US Army outlines $1 billion in SOF training opportunities

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US Army outlines $1 billion in SOF training opportunities

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GDA 2017: Qatar becomes first VBCI export customer

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