French DGA Awards KNDS Contract to develop 155mm “KATANA” Guided Ammunition
The French defence procurement agency (DGA) has funded the development of the KATANA 155mm guided artillery ammunition being developed by KNDS. The KATANA meets the present need for high-precision artillery ammunition in both low and high intensity warfare: its performance limits collateral damage in urban areas and enables dealing more effectively...
Armenia, Estonia Procure French Caeser Howitzers
Armenia and Estonia have entered into contracts with France to procure CAESAR self-propelled howitzers. France's Defence Minister Sebastien Lecornu confirmed the contract signing with Armenia on June 18
Hanwha Aerospace’s Chunmu Guided Weapon System Makes European Debut
In a move marking its European debut, Hanwha Aerospace presented its multiple-barrel guided weapon system, 'Chunmu,' at the ongoing Eurosatory-2024 exhibition in Paris. The 'Chunmu' system on display features a variety of missiles with ranges of 80, 160, and 290 kilometers, along with 122mm caliber rockets
France Orders Tens of Thousands of Thales' 120mm Rifled Ammunition
France's Joint Munitions Command (Service Interarmées des Munitions / SiMu) had placed an order with Thales for tens of thousands of 120mm rifled ammunition. This follows previous orders of 3,000 rounds of 120mm illuminating ammunition in 2022 and 15,000 rounds of 120mm explosive and exercise ammunition in 2023
Japan to Develop Autonomous 155-mm Gun to Combat UAVs
The Ministry of Defense of Japan has greenlit funding for the development of a 155-mm gun system tailored to combat drone strikes. The decision was disclosed in an official document published on the Ministry of Defense's website
Lockheed, Rheinmetall to Unveil GMARS Rocket Artillery at Eurosatory 2024
Lockheed Martin and Rheinmetall are set to unveil their Global Mobile Artillery Rocket System (GMARS) at the Eurosatory 2023 show in Paris. The GMARS is capable of firing the PrSM rocket with a range of 400km making it the longest-range artillery system in the world
BAE Systems’ Next-Gen Anti-Aircraft System to Debut at Eurosatory 2024
BAE Systems will present its next-generation anti-aircraft system, the 'Tridon Mk2,' based on the Bofors 40mm gun, at the upcoming Eurosatory 2024 exhibition. Today's battlefields witness tens of thousands of drone takedowns each month, unveiling a critical gap in NATO allies' air defense capabilities
Dutch Army Acquires 120mm Mortars for CV90 Infantry Fighting Vehicles
The Dutch Defense Ministry has announced the procurement of new 120mm mortars to be integrated into the CV90 infantry fighting vehicles. These systems, manufactured by the Swedish company BAE Hägglunds, are set to provide enhanced mobility and firepower to armored infantry units for an extended period
KNDS Demos ASCALON Tank Gun's Quick Barrel Calibre Change
KNDS conducted a new firing campaign for the ASCALON 140mm gun, demonstrating barrel caliber transition from 120 to 140mm in less than an hour. KNDS prepares the ASCALON concept within the framework of the Main Ground Combat System (MGCS)
Pentagon Announces $1.9B Contract for HIMARS Rocket Systems
The Pentagon has awarded a contract valued at approximately $1.9 billion for High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS), with work expected to be completed by May 31, 2028
European Customer Asks Rheinmetall to Supply 35mm AHEAD Ammo for Skynex ADS
A European customer country has finalized a contract with Rheinmetall for the procurement of 35mm AHEAD ammunition to bolster its Skynex air defence system. The contract is valued in the low three-digit million EUR range
Rheinmetall to Supply L52 Gun Barrels for European PzH 2000 Howitzers
Rheinmetall has been commissioned by a European customer to supply a three-digit number of L52 gun barrel systems for the Panzerhaubitze 2000 (PzH 2000) self-propelled howitzer. The delivery of these gun barrels is scheduled to take place between 2024 and 2029
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DRDO Tests India’s First Long Range Hypersonic Missile
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Indonesia Conducts Keel Laying for Second Merah Putih Frigate
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...