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Why the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle is a leader in the field

The Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) is becoming the dominant platform in its class as it replaces most of the massive US Army and USMC fleets of HMMWV 4x4s, the legendary Humvee. Shephard dives deep into the JLTV programme background and analyses the latest variants contracts, including the controversial production switch to AM General and the continued contacts still heading Oshkosh's way.
Dubai Airshow 2023: How the MQ-9 Reaper UAS came to rule the skies

Ahead of the 2023 edition of the Dubai Airshow, Shephard looks at the GA-ASI MQ-9A Reaper UAS, its role in shaping modern conflict dynamics, and its deployment for surveillance and precision strike throughout the Middle East.

Air Warfare

CH-47 Chinook: why the timeless helicopter design is still a heavy-lift contender on the modern battlefield

From its emergence as a ground-breaking design in the 1950s to its widespread deployment in diverse operations worldwide, the Chinook continues to leave an indelible mark on the aviation landscape. Shephard sums up the latest developments and tells you everything you need to know about the workhorse of many armies and air forces in the 2020s.

Land Warfare

Babcock and Cosworth to test hybrid propulsion in militarised Land Cruiser 70

Babcock has signed an MoU with propulsion experts Cosworth to investigate the use of hybrid power systems in military vehicles and will begin with integrating a Catalytic Generator (Cat Gen) into a 70 Series Toyota Land Cruiser.

Defence Notes

DSEI 2023 in review: Ukraine, AI and the real world

DSEI 2023 took place in the shadow of the largest European land war in more than seven decades and a growth in conversations about artificial intelligence (AI) with limited UK immediate defence programme opportunities; many of the new products and exhibitors' announcements reflected this.

Uncrewed Vehicles

DSEI 2023: SpearUAV rolls out drone launcher system for submarines

Israeli UAS developer SpearUAV introduced a submarine-launched capsule option for its Viper 750 UAV at DSEI 2023.

Digital Battlespace

Orbiting the Future: How New Satellite Technologies are Revolutionising Global Communications

26th September 2023

With the satellite industry at a pivotal juncture, Intelsat is investing in advanced technologies like 5G and optical communications, striving to enhance worldwide connectivity and address emerging governmental needs.
Digital Battlespace

DSEI 2023: Controp unveils Smart Vision AI software for EO/IR payloads

21st September 2023

Controp Precision Technologies unveiled its Smart Vision AI software for enhancing the level of autonomy and automation for a variety of surveillance and reconnaissance missions at DSEI 2023.
Land Warfare

Insight: Why the CV90 infantry fighting vehicle is making a clean sweep of Nordic markets

19th September 2023

Shephard Defence Insight explores the evolution of BAE Systems Hägglunds’ CV90 IFV from its inception in the late 1980s to the latest CV90 MkIV, detailing the order history and upgrade packages of its ten European customers.
Digital Battlespace

DSEI 2023: APS claims 90% success rate in tracking drones in Ukraine

19th September 2023

Advanced Protection System (APS) has reported a 90% success in tracking Russian UAVs operating in the Ukraine war using its SKYctrl anti-drone system.
Land Warfare

DSEI 2023: Elbit exhibits export version of Crossbow mortar turret

19th September 2023

Elbit Systems has unveiled a lightweight export model of its Crossbow 120mm mortar system being developed for the Israel Defense Forces.
Naval Warfare

DSEI 2023: SEA launches high-performance countermeasures system for surface platforms

19th September 2023

UK ship protection specialist SEA has unveiled Ancilia, a trainable decoy launcher system designed to provide rapid and effective protection against missile, including hypersonic, and torpedo threats to surface vessels.
Naval Warfare

Royal Navy's Type 31 frigate programme moves to multi-ship build phase

18th September 2023

Babcock International Group has achieved a significant milestone in the Royal Navy's Type 31 frigate programme by laying the keel for HMS Active, the second ship in the Inspiration class.
Land Warfare

As the Ukraine war passes the 18-month mark, how are NATO’s factories meeting the artillery challenge?

18th September 2023

NATO is rapidly increasing its supply of equipment to Ukraine in a number of key areas including tube artillery and, crucially, its ammunition. Shephard analyses how the alliance's members are stepping up to this challenge after years of industrial neglect.
Air Warfare

Eurofighter Typhoon sales: what a difference a decade makes

18th September 2023

In the second week of August, BAE Systems released a statement confirming that 12 of 24 Typhoon Tranche 3 models had now arrived in Qatar. Despite this favourable export news, the aircraft’s industrial future remains somewhat clouded.
Air Warfare

F-35 Lightning II: key facts about the world's most popular fifth-generation fighter jet

18th September 2023

This growing family of F-35 operators exemplifies the power of collective effort, fostering stronger diplomatic ties and contributing to the evolution of modern aerial warfare on a global scale.
Land Warfare

DSEI 2023: Patria adds remote weapon station to NEMO mortar turret

18th September 2023

Patria's NEMO 120mm turreted mortar system has received a defensive upgrade with a Kongsberg R4 remote weapon station (RWS) armed with a .50cal machine gun.
Air Warfare

Tactical advantage – is the best replacement for a C-130 another C-130?

18th September 2023

While designs like the Embraer C-390 have chalked up some export successes, Shephard analyses whether a true competitor (or successor) to Lockheed's C-130J currently exists. Or will the Hercules production line simply remain open for decades to come?
Naval Warfare

DSEI 2023: Griffon Hoverwork unveils Wyvern LCAC hovercraft

18th September 2023

Griffon Hoverwork has announced development of a new hovercraft – the Wyvern Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC), representing a solution for rapid amphibious transport.
Air Warfare

DSEI 2023: MARSS releases details on C-UAS takedown success and more uses for system

18th September 2023

C-UAS company MARSS has released imagery of its latest takedown of a small drone using its Interceptor Medium Rage (MR) UAV and displayed further concepts of operation as it moves closer to fielding the Interceptor and looks to leverage its NiDAR radar system.
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.
Air Warfare

Insight: Is the Bayraktar TB2 UAV living up to expectations?

15th September 2023

Sold to well over 20 countries and combat-proven in Nagorno-Karabakh, Ukraine and elsewhere, the Bayraktar TB2 has been an export success for its Turkish manufacturer. Shephard Defence Insight analyses the aircraft's design and capabilities and reviews in depth who is buying it and why.
Land Warfare

DSEI 2023: MSI Defence Systems announces new mobile counter-UAS solution

15th September 2023

At DSEI 2023, MSI Defence Systems showcased the latest iteration of its Terrahawk Paladin VSHORAD C-UAS system, featuring radar and optical sensors and a 30mm Bushmaster autocannon. The company is working on a mobile version mounted on a 6x6 truck.
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.
Training

DSEI 2023: 4GD to upgrade SimStriker smart target with generative AI and computational vision

15th September 2023

Both the SimStriker enhancements involving computer vision and generative AI are currently in development, with some aspects already de-risked.
Air Warfare

Ukraine lessons: is bringing an attack helicopter to a missile fight too dangerous?

15th September 2023

According to multiple OSINT sources, Russian forces have lost possibly as many as 200 rotary-wing aircraft since February 2022. Some of these occurred in early high-profile operations, but most have been attrition casualties during the ongoing fighting. Shephard analyses the nature of these losses, and what lessons NATO attack helicopter operators should draw.

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