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IDEX 2017: Intelligent features for Galix
French countermeasure experts Lacroix are in the process of adding additional capabilities to its Galix self-protection system with the integration of missile warning and laser …
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IDEX 2017: Nimr gets UAE vehicle order boost
The UAE Land Forces has ordered thousands of vehicles from their domestic manufacturer, Nimr, it was announced at IDEX.Although the value of the contract was …
Land Warfare
IDEX 2017: Harris to digitise UAE battle management
The UAE Land Forces are set to receive and upgrade to their battle management that will see them transition to digital systems.A contract worth $189 …
Special Operations
IDEX 2017: UAE eyes additional Archangels
After successful deployment to Yemen and other regional hotspots, the United Arab Emirates is expected to place even more orders for the US-built Iomax 'Archangel' …
Defence Notes
IDEX 2017: Highlights of the week (video)
As the biennial IDEX and the associated NAVDEX show in Abu Dhabi closes its doors for another two years exhibitors and visitors alike will take …
Land Warfare
IDEX 2017: GD bids for UAE 4x4
The UAE Presidential Guard is in the early stages of looking for a new 4x4 for their three units and General Dynamics' OTS division is …
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Defence Helicopter
IDEX 2017: Sikorsky talks Blackhawk and S-92 (video)
22nd February 2017
Balancing the needs and demands of the military and commercial aviation markets has seen Sikorsky focusing much of its efforts into customer support and aircraft …
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Land Warfare
IDEX 2017: Cluster bombs removed from US missiles
22nd February 2017
Progress towards removing cluster munitions from the US Army's long-range MGM-140 Tactical Missile System (TACMS) is a step closer. Lockheed Martin announced at IDEX that …
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Land Warfare
IDEX 2017: Sudan upgrades armour
22nd February 2017
Sudan's Army is modernising its armoured vehicles to keep them operational and to provide more power and capability.At IDEX, Sudan's Military Industrial Corporation was displaying …
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Land Warfare
IDEX 2017: Claws out for Leopard sales
22nd February 2017
Out of a wide selection of main battle tanks being displayed at this year's IDEX in Abu Dhabi, there is one tank being shown by …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
IDEX 2017: Rheinmetall eyes armed UGV market
22nd February 2017
German company Rheinmetall is planning to enter into the armed ground robot market with the integration of a remote weapon station (RWS) for its new …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
IDEX 2017: Tracking the AUDS system (video)
22nd February 2017
The AUDS system is one of a range of technologies developed in recent years to counter the threat posed by rogue operators of UAS and …
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Land Warfare
IDEX 2017: Textron to develop larger turrets
22nd February 2017
With an increasing demand for more lethality on vehicles, US vehicle manufacturer Textron has decided to develop its own larger calibre turret line.The company already …
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Land Warfare
IDEX 2017: Rapid vehicle development on offer
22nd February 2017
Irish drive train experts, Timoney, are proposing a new concept of rapid military vehicle development to existing vehicle producers and aspiring vehicle manufacturers.The offer, being …
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Uncrewed Vehicles
IDEX 2017: Avenger assembled
21st February 2017
Canadian robot and security company Med-Eng is displaying its new Avenger UGV at IDEX and has released more technical detail, less than a month after …
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Digital Battlespace
IDEX 2017: Viper sees further
21st February 2017
Lockheed Martin has secured a contract to provide the US Marine Corp with its Targeting Sight System to be fitted to the AH-1Z Viper attack …
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Land Warfare
IDEX 2017: Pro-active support offer for high tempo Patriot
21st February 2017
The increased use of the Patriot air defence system by Middle East countries means that the maintenance and sustainment requirements become more urgent.Therefore system manufacturer …
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Land Warfare
IDEX 2017: New lease of life for Leclerc
21st February 2017
Following France's decision to begin upgrading its fleet of Leclerc main battle tanks, manufacturer Nexter is now hoping the United Arab Emirates – the type's …
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Naval Warfare
IDEX 2017: Ferretti Group and Fincantieri in cooperation agreement (video)
21st February 2017
Fincantieri and Ferretti Group announced a cooperation agreement on 20 Feb at the IDEX exhibition in Abu Dhabi with both parties set to explore new …
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Land Warfare
IDEX 2017: New Rabdan ends UAE 8x8 search
21st February 2017
UAE company Tawazun has developed a new variant of the Arma 8x8 armoured vehicle in partnership with Turkish manufacturer Otokar.The vehicle has been re-branded as …
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Naval Warfare
IDEX 2017: Patria showcases Nemo (video)
21st February 2017
The fully containerised Nemo mortar solution was showcased by Patria at the IDEX exhibition with its compact form potentially providing a highly transportable capability for …
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Land Warfare
IDEX 2017: Turret training offer from CMI
21st February 2017
A new virtual reality immersive simulator called Agueris is being put on offer from CMI Defence that can provide training on all of the company's …
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Military Logistics
IDEX 2017: First KC-390 production aircraft en route
20th February 2017
The first air-to-air refueling dry contact between Embraer's new KC-390 multi-mission medium transport aircraft and a jet fighter took place on 19 February.The trial took …
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Defence Helicopter
IDEX 2017: Armed 429 testing this year
20th February 2017
NorthStar Aviation is looking to build on its success supplying armed Bell 407 multirole helicopters (MRH) to the United Arab Emirates by extending its weapon …
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Land Warfare
IDEX 2017: AMV28A takes on turret requirements
20th February 2017
Patria's new AMV28A 8x8 vehicle variant has been developed to take a larger payload while remaining an effective amphibious platform.A spokesperson for the company told …
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Defence Helicopter
IDEX 2017: Sea Venom starts to spit
20th February 2017
European missile manufacturer MBDA is moving forward with trials of its Anglo-French Sea Venom anti-ship missile and is using this year's IDEX exhibition to promote …
IDEX 2017 Show News
Shephard Media reports from IDEX 2017, which brings together more than 1,500 exhibiting companies, and an expected 100,000+ trade visitors.
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Tony Skinner: tony.s@shephardmedia.com and @TonyMSkinner
Grant Turnbull: grant.t@shephardmedia.com and @grantturnbull_
Tim Fish: tim.f@shephardmedia.com and @sweeneygov
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