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MSPO 2017: Tracked IFVs remain key focus

Tracked IFVs from both domestic and foreign companies were out in force at this year’s MSPO exhibition, a sign that industry remains focused on a …
MSPO 2017: Warmate development path planned out

Polish outfit WB Group is putting together a future development plan for its Warmate loitering munition, that will include mixed-platform teaming and alternative payloads. The …

Naval Warfare

MSPO 2017: Kongsberg showcase sub launched NSM

Displaying its submarine-launched variant of the Naval Strike Missile (NSM) Kongsberg officials said that while it was not targeted at a specific national maritime requirement, …

Land Warfare

MSPO 2017: Polish Army inks half billion dollar rifle order

The Polish Army has signed a deal with arms manufacturer FB ‘Łucznik’ - Radom for up to 53,000 new rifles likely destined for the country’s …

Land Warfare

MSPO 2017: Polish Leopard upgrade on track

The first prototype Leopard 2A4 upgraded for the Polish Army has now entered verification testing in Germany, with an additional five pre-series vehicles also joining …

Uncrewed Vehicles

MSPO 2017: Watching brief for Thales in Polish UAS programme

Patience is the name of the game for Thales as it awaits a final decision by Poland’s government for the provision of the Watchkeeper X …

Land Warfare

MSPO 2017: Raytheon details Patriot offset

7th September 2017

Raytheon has set out more details of its proposed offset solution to Poland, as the US looks to finalise the FMS case for the Patriot …
Naval Warfare

MSPO 2017: Shipbuilders continue to position for Orka programme

7th September 2017

European manufacturers continue to jostle for Poland’s ongoing Orka programme, which will see a new class of three submarines constructed for the Polish Navy. The …
Land Warfare

MSPO 2017: Shoulder-launched weapons ready to fire

6th September 2017

With the Polish Army still utilising a sizeable stock of legacy rocket-propelled grenades (RPG-7s) that are diminishing in capability, there is now a search underway …
Uncrewed Vehicles

MSPO 2017: Azerbaijani export license a ‘matter of technicality’

6th September 2017

The Orbiter 1K loitering munition, manufactured by Israel-based Aeronautics, was on display at the MSPO exhibition and conference just days after an export license to …
Land Warfare

MSPO 2017: Tank killing Rosomaks unveiled

6th September 2017

Two new prototype variants of the Polish Army’s Rosomak vehicle are on display at this year’s MSPO, with both demonstrating a potential future requirement from …
Land Warfare

MSPO 2017: Polish T-72 upgrades on display

6th September 2017

Polish manufacturer Bumar-Łabędy is using this year’s MSPO exhibition to showcase two upgrade solutions for the Soviet-era T-72 main battle tank; one low-cost refresh and …
Defence Notes

MSPO 2017: Israeli companies seek Polish growth

5th September 2017

Poland’s ambitious plans to spend billions of dollars modernising its armed forces has unsurprisingly garnered attention from some of the industry’s leading defence contractors, not …
Uncrewed Vehicles

MSPO 2017: Raptor hoverbike draws attention

5th September 2017

Defence shows and exhibitions often showcase unexpected platforms or designs to the visiting public and VIPs, occasionally presenting a system or technology that flies in …
Land Warfare

MSPO 2017: The future of Polish MBT fleet

5th September 2017

Poland plans to upgrade its soviet-era tanks and acquire additional second-hand Leopard 2s while awaiting the introduction of the new generation MBT. According to the …
Land Warfare

MSPO 2017: First Krab howitzers delivered

4th September 2017

The Polish Army has officially received the first Regina artillery squadron armed with Krab 155mm tracked self-propelled howitzers. The official handover ceremony took place on …
Land Warfare

MSPO 2017: Rafael pushes Trophy in Eastern Europe

3rd September 2017

As Russia continues to modernise its land capabilities and pose a potential threat to the region, countries in the Eastern Europe are looking at boosting …
Defence Notes

MSPO 2017: UK industry eyes partnerships

1st September 2017

The UK is eyeing Poland as a potentially lucrative market for its defence and security industry with industry representatives expected to attend and exhibit at …
Land Warfare

MSPO 2017: Poland prepares light vehicle procurement

31st August 2017

After years of neglect the Polish Army is finally putting effort into modernising its fleet of 4x4 light all-terrain vehicles. The force has set up …
Uncrewed Vehicles

MSPO 2017: Aeronautics showcasing UAS duo

30th August 2017

With its unmanned systems deployed by Polish armed forces for more than 12 years, Israel-based Aeronautics looks to be adding increased emphasis in its operations …
Defence Helicopter

MSPO 2017: Poland’s slow helicopter purchases continue

29th August 2017

The second iteration of the Polish tender to meet urgent requirements for new helicopters for ASW/SAR and special operations forces (SOF) support missions is proving …
Defence Helicopter

MSPO 2017: The Kruk of the matter

29th August 2017

Despite the postponed advancement of the Polish attack helicopter requirement, likely related to the delayed ASW/SOF tender, companies are outlining proposed platforms for the much …
Land Warfare

MSPO 2017: Romania pursues ambitious modernisation

29th August 2017

In early August the Romanian Supreme Council for National Defence (CSAT) took a broad decision to begin large-scale redevelopment of the country’s armed forces, boosting …
Land Warfare

MSPO 2017: Artillery to be backbone of Polish Army

29th August 2017

Over the next decade the Polish Army will modernise its artillery units, making them a pillar of the nation's security. One of the most ambitious …
Naval Warfare

Russian Navy orders Kalashnikov craft

26th August 2017

The Russian Navy has placed an order for six BK-16 (Project 02510) fast patrol boats to be manufactured at the Rybinsk Shipyard, a subsidiary of …
Digital Battlespace

Finland finalises K9 digitisation deal

24th August 2017

Kongsberg Defence Systems has entered into a contract with Hanwha Land Systems to deliver its Integrated Combat Solution (ICS) as part of Finland’s acquisition of …