Naval Warfare

Air Warfare

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.

The Netherlands cleared to purchase $2.2 billion in Tomahawk missiles

The approved purchase is for Tomahawk Block IV and Block V missiles, control systems, telemetry missiles and communication and broadcast systems.

Naval Warfare

The Philippines strengthens maritime defences amid rising tensions in South China Sea

The Philippine Navy is fast-tracking its maritime modernisation with new warships, unmanned platforms, and international shipbuilding partnerships to bolster its regional deterrence posture.

Naval Warfare

Taiwan multiplies mine-layer vessel and UAV inventories to deter PLA

Taiwan is strengthening its deterrence against the PLA through an asymmetric arsenal that includes fast mine-laying vessels and domestically developed UAVs.

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Uncrewed Vehicles

Ukraine shows combat-tested armament at DSEI 2023

15th September 2023

The Ukrainian pavilion at DSEI 2023, organised by state-owned Spetstechnoexport, exhibited several indigenous combat-tested systems, including UAVs, USVs and an evacuation vehicle.
Naval Warfare

DSEI 2023: How PhantomBlu comms tech could mean an end to radio silence at sea

15th September 2023

Blu Wireless's PhantomBlu millimetre-wave communications nodes could put an end to the need to maintain radio silence to avoid detection or interception while supporting high data rates for C2 purposes.
Land Warfare

The HF Renaissance – The Evolving Electronic Warfare Threats and the Need for Resilient Waveforms (Studio)

14th September 2023

Amid modern warfare’s complexity and electronic warfare threats, NATO and its allies are balancing legacy systems with new technologies. With the importance of resilient waveforms underscored, High Frequency (HF) technology has emerged as a robust solution, leading to an “HF renaissance”.
Defence Notes

Pentagon bets on advanced autonomous solutions to match Chinese military capabilities

14th September 2023

The US DoD recently disclosed details of the Replicator initiative to field thousands of uncrewed systems in two years across multiple domains.
Naval Warfare

DSEI 2023: Kongsberg Maritime unveils new Mission Bay Handling System

14th September 2023

Kongsberg Maritime unveiled its new Mission Bay Handling System at DSEI 2023 and has signed a contract to supply Kamewa waterjets for 17 Jurmo-class landing craft for the Finnish Navy.
Naval Warfare

DSEI 2023: BMT reveals refined design for UK Fleet Solid Support Ship

14th September 2023

Team Resolute member BMT has revealed full details of the Fleet Solid Support (FSS) ship design, with a focus on sustainability, multi-mission adaptability and future-proofing.
Digital Battlespace

Conversation with the CEO - Intelsat's David Wajsgras (video)

14th September 2023

David Wajsgras, CEO of Intelsat, speaks with Shephard Studio about the company's role as a global satellite operator focusing on defence and security, highlighting trends in geostationary (GEO) and low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites and emphasising the need for interoperability to enable seamless, global connectivity.
Naval Warfare

DSEI 2023: Exail in competition for Australian mine countermeasures contract

14th September 2023

French company Exail's UMIS maritime mine countermeasure (MCM) multi-drone system is in competition for a Royal Australian Navy contract.
Naval Warfare

No easy options: Australia's navy faces complex surface fleet choices

14th September 2023

As part of Australia’s Defence Strategic Review (DSR), a report into the Royal Australian Navy’s (RAN’s) future surface fleet force structure was directed to be completed separately. Shephard examines its likely outcomes and how Australia might balance capability with affordability
Naval Warfare

DSEI 2023: Orbit unveils MPT family of SATCOM terminals for USVs and small craft

13th September 2023

Israeli company Orbit unveiled a family of new multipurpose satellite communications systems for small ships and uncrewed surface vehicles (USV) at DSEI 2023.
Naval Warfare

Corvette collaboration – how Europe is pooling skills and funds in a time of need

13th September 2023

When it comes to security, NATO tends to make the headlines more often than the EU. Yet since the war in Ukraine broke out, there has been a quiet but determined strengthening of purely European defence. And it starts with budgets.
Digital Battlespace

DSEI 2023: Northrop Grumman rolls out BattleOne integrated command and control package

13th September 2023

Northrop Grumman's BattleOne concept aims to transcend domain and national boundaries to produce an overarching command and control capability with integrated artificial intelligence.
Naval Warfare

Dutch warships' mid-life upgrade to de-risk systems for future air defence frigate

13th September 2023

The Royal Netherland’s Navy (RNLN’s) four De Zeven Provincien-class (LCF) frigates are near to completing a series of upgrades that will enable the ships to operate effectively until replacements are delivered, with the refit informing future requirements.
Naval Warfare

DSEI 2023: OSK pitches Arctic frigate design for new Danish Navy requirement

13th September 2023

OSK Design has revealed details of its Arctic frigate concept, designed to replace Denmark's ageing Thetis class for operations in the High North.
Uncrewed Vehicles

DSEI 2023: Greensea unites business units to to create underwater robotics powerhouse

13th September 2023

Greensea Systems, a company focused on software for underwater systems, announced its transformation into a larger business after uniting its former subsidiaries Bayonet Ocean Vehicles and Armach Robotics into a new entity.
Digital Battlespace

How Next-Generation Optical Systems Are Transforming Multi-Domain Operations (Studio)

13th September 2023

Optical solutions are crucial for effective situational awareness. As militaries prepare for the joint all-domain command and control (JADC2) future, Raytheon ELCAN is embracing innovation in digital engineering, material science and beyond to ensure its customers thrive in the data-driven battlespace.
Digital Battlespace

Embracing the Future of Warfare: US and Allies Forge Ahead with Multi-Domain Operations (Studio)

13th September 2023

Despite the complexity and technological challenges, experts believe the multi-domain operations (MDO) concept is the key to modern warfare. Fostering alliances, advanced technology, and a shift in mindset are crucial to achieving MDO’s potential.
Uncrewed Vehicles

UMS Skeldar and Ultra Maritime unveil anti-submarine warfare solution at DSEI 2023

12th September 2023

The new ASW platform allows for the deployment of sonobuoys via a rotary-wing UAS, enhancing capabilities to track potentially hostile submarines.
Naval Warfare

DSEI 2023: UK company to provide submarine rescue system to Indonesia in $100 million deal

12th September 2023

UK company Submarine Manufacturing and Products (SMP) has secured a second contract for its submarine rescue system (SRS), a deal worth $100 million signed with Indonesia, which will be integrated onboard a host vessel with support from engineering consultancy Houlder and local company BTI Defence.