Singapore, Saab Expand Cooperation on Underwater Technology Development
Saab and Singapores Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) have signed an expanded Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen their partnership in underwater technology exploration. The agreement was signed on November 20 during the Sweden–Singapore Royal Business Forum, held as part of the first Swedish state visit to Singapore
Philippine Navy to Receive Additional T-12 Unmanned Surveillance Systems from U.S.
The United States is set to
French Navy Orders Six Exail Underwater Drones with Thales' Multi-view Sonar
The French Navy finalized an agreement with Exail and Thales for the acquisition of eight new-generation autonomous underwater drones, or AUV NGs, to bolster its anti-mine warfare system. The contract, signed in the presence of Jean-Louis Thériot, Minister Delegate to the Minister of the Armed Forces and Veterans, includes an option...
South Korean Navy Tests Mojave Drone Takeoff from Amphibious Assault Ship
The South Korean (ROK) Navy yesterday tested the takeoff of the General Atomics "Mojave" drone from the ROKS Dokdo, exploring the potential to convert the amphibious assault ship into a drone carrier. This was the second takeoff of the Mojave from a flight deck, after a test on the British aircraft...
ST Engineering iDirect to Supply Electronics for Exail’s Underwater Drones in Belgian-Dutch...
Exail has selected ST Engineering iDirects Manufacturing Competence Center (MCC) to provide electronics for its underwater drones used in the joint Mine Counter Measure (MCM) program for the Belgian and Dutch navies. The program, awarded in 2020 to the Belgium Naval & Robotics consortium (Naval Group and Exail), aims to enhance...
China's 500-Tonne Unmanned Combat Vessel Debuts at Airshow China
China unveiled its largest unmanned combat vessel, JARI-USV-A, or "Orca," at the 15th Airshow China, held from November 12-17 in Zhuhai, Guangdong. This 58-meter, 500-tonne unmanned surface vessel (USV), developed by China State Shipbuilding Corporation Limited, is designed for autonomous surface combat and multi-domain operations
First Export of Turkish ULAQ Armed Unmanned Sea Vehicle is to Qatar
Turkish armed unmanned sea vehicle (USV) ULAQ has been sold to the Qatari ministry of the interior marking the first export of the USV. A contract between turkish firm, Meteksan, the manufacturer of ULAQ and the Qatari ministry of the Interior was signed during the Milipol 2024 arms fair currently on in Doha, Qatar
Autonomous Drone, Underwater Robot to Enhance French Navy’s Deep-Sea Capabilities
The French Directorate General for Armaments (DGA) has partnered with the General Secretariat for Investment (SGPI) to develop two underwater robotics systems for the French Navy under the "seabed control" (MFM) program as part of France's 2030 investment strategy. This initiative aims to address the increasing need for exploration and activity on the deep seabed, which has largely remained unexplored
Russia to Launch Heavy Sea Drone "Vizir" Against Ukraine Soon
Russia has completed tests of its heavy sea drone "Vizir" and will use it in its war against Ukraine soon. The 7 meter long and 2
Russian "Spy" Whale Found Dead Off Norway
A beluga whale named Hvaldimir, famous for its unusual harness and suspected Russian espionage ties, has been found dead near Risavika Bay, Norway. Hvaldimir was first discovered in 2019 near the island of Ingoya, around 300 km (190 miles) from the Russian maritime border
Belgium and the Netherlands Acquire K-STER Mine Warfare Systems from Exail
EXAIL Technologies has secured a €60 million contract to provide the Belgian and Dutch navies with twelve robotic underwater mine countermeasure systems and several hundred K-STER drones as part of the BENL program. K-STER drones are used in the final phase of missions to neutralize underwater threats identified by other drones in the UMIS system
Anduril’s Ghost Shark Autonomous Undersea Vehicle Arrives in U.S. for the First...
The Ghost Shark, an advanced Extra-Large Autonomous Undersea Vehicle (XL-AUV) developed by Anduril, arrived in the United States for the first time on August 20. Transported via a Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) C-17A, this marks an important step in expanding the testing capabilities of the Ghost Shark, allowing for concurrent trials on both sides of the Pacific and facilitating collaboration with U
Belarus Accuses West of Plotting Multi-Front Attack on Its Territory
Singapore, Saab Expand Cooperation on Underwater Technology Development
After ATACMS, Ukraine Fires Storm Shadow into Russian Territory
Peruvian Firm SEMAN to Manufacture Parts for S.Korean KF-21 Jet
Russian Su-57 and Chinese J-20 as Alternatives to the American F-35 Stealth Fighter
As the Russian Su-57 stealth fighter jet enters serial production, the debate over how it stacks up against the American...
NATO’s Intensified Exercises a Prep to Attack Russia?
Recent NATO exercises such as the BALTOPS-24, Steadfast Defender 2024 and its first-ever Basic Fighter Maneuvers exercise have been its...
Precision in the Skies: The Evolution of Loitering Munitions
Loitering munitions - drones that hover over a target and blow up near it - have become the weapon of...
Is the Patriot Air Defense System Outdated?
After Israel revealed its decision to decommission its U
Russia's Growing Influence in Africa: Arms Sales and Military Bases
Russia's expanding influence in Africa, demonstrated by arms sales, military deployments, and diplomatic engagements, reflects a significant geopolitical shift on...