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Ukraine to Legalize Private Military Companies

May 2, 2024 @ 05:57 AM

The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's unicameral parliament, is currently reviewing a draft law proposing the legalization of private military companies (PMCs) within Ukraine's jurisdiction. The draft law, officially designated as No
Northrop Grumman’s Manta Ray UUV Prototype Completes In-Water Testing

May 2, 2024 @ 05:41 AM

The Manta Ray prototype, an uncrewed underwater vehicle (UUV) developed by Northrop Grumman, has completed comprehensive in-water testing off the coast of Southern California during February and March 2024, DARPA announced today. The testing showcased the vehicle's hydrodynamic performance, demonstrating its ability to operate submerged using all propulsion and steering modes, including buoyancy, propellers, and control surfaces
Russia Invites Ambassadors to Visit Exhibition of Western Equipment Captured in Ukraine

May 2, 2024 @ 04:48 AM

Russia has mocked ambassadors of western nations by inviting them to visit an exhibition of captured military equipment whose display opened in Moscow on Wednesday. The exhibition, organized by the Russian Defense Ministry, was unveiled at a World War II memorial venue
India Tests Missile-Based Torpedo Release System

May 1, 2024 @ 06:49 PM

India's Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) flight- tested the supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo (SMART) system on May 01. The SMART system is a missile-based light-weight torpedo delivery system, designed, developed by the DRDO
Log Protection for Russian MSTA-S 155mm Howitzer

May 1, 2024 @ 05:36 PM

A Russian MSTA-S 155mm self-propelled howitzer has been seen in Ukraine with its top and sides padded with logs which reports on social media claims is for protection against rocket-propelled grenades and FPV drones. According to postings by pro-Russian Telegram accounts, the log-protection kit, despite the quirkiness of the design, provides reliable protection, especially against rocket-propelled grenades such as PG-7VS at impact angles of 60 degrees or more
Kongsberg Supplies Turret for BAE Systems’ Amphibious Combat Vehicle

May 1, 2024 @ 11:48 AM

BAE Systems delivered the first production representative test vehicle (PRTV) of the new Amphibious Combat Vehicle 30mm Cannon (ACV-30) to the U.S
China's Third Aircraft Carrier, Fujian Commences First Sea Trial

May 1, 2024 @ 06:03 AM

China's third aircraft carrier, named the Fujian, embarked on its first sea trial session on Wednesday from Jiangnan Shipyard in Shanghai. China Central Television broadcasted footage of the Fujian leaving the shipyard live on social media
Colombian Mi-17 helicopter Crashes, 9 Soldiers killed

May 1, 2024 @ 05:45 AM

An Mi-17 helicopter of the Colombian army crashed in rural northern Colombia on Monday, killing nine soldiers, according to the country's armed forces. In a statement, the Colombian military said the helicopter was taking the supplies lost communication with the base early in the afternoon and was later found to have crashed near municipality of Santa Rosa del Sur, an area that has recently experienced fighting between the National Liberation Army guerrilla group and the drug trafficking group known as the Gulf Clan
AUKUS Countries Detail Export License Removals for Defense Manufacture

May 1, 2024 @ 05:14 AM

Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States have jointly proposed significant changes to their national export control exemptions to facilitate defense industry collaboration within the AUKUS partnership. These proposed changes aim to create a license-free environment for defense-related exports among the three countries, promoting enhanced cooperation in scientific, technological, and industrial capabilities
Germany Orders 68,000 Artillery Shells from KNDS for Supply to Ukraine

May 1, 2024 @ 05:02 AM

Germany's Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) has placed an order for 68,000 155mm artillery shells from European KNDS (KMW+Nexter Defense Systems) to support Ukraine's defense capabilities. This order is part of a 6-year framework contract, worth €278 million, which allows for the production of up to 350,000 shells

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