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QinetiQ, Leonardo to Develop, Integrate New Protection System for U.K. Tanks &...

January 22, 2024 @ 10:10 AM

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) has awarded a new contract through the Aurora Engineering Delivery Partnership (EDP) to enhance the survivability and protection of Land Armoured Vehicles in the British Army, with QinetiQ as the lead EDP partner and Leonardo UK as the Principal Systems Integrator collaborating on the project. This initiative is the second development phase of the UK Modular Integrated Protection System (MIPS) program, succeeding the concluded Icarus TDP led by Leonardo in July 2021
QuantaQuest Concludes 28-Month Quantum Technologies Defence Research Project

January 20, 2024 @ 05:57 AM

The QuantaQuest project, focusing on the application of quantum technologies in defence, has concluded its 28-month exploration with breakthroughs in secure communication and navigation. The project, officially named "QuantaQuest – Quantum Secure Communication and Navigation for European Defence," was funded by the European Union (EU) under the Preparatory Action on Defence Research (PADR)
RBSL Secures Contract for Modular Armor System in Challenger 3 Program

January 19, 2024 @ 12:46 PM

Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) has secured a contract for the delivery of a modular armor protection system for the Challenger 3 Main Battle Tank, marking a notable development in the program. The new armor, designed in collaboration with the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL), is intended to enhance the Challenger 3's survivability by providing improved protection against various threats
Testing of Upgraded Chinese AC313A Helicopter Underway in Harsh Climatic Conditions in...

January 19, 2024 @ 12:37 PM

Test flights of the enhanced AC313A helicopter have commenced in the challenging climatic conditions of Heilongjiang province, located in northeastern China. Chinese state-owned media reported the initiation of these trials, aimed at confirming the helicopter's suitability for deployment in search and rescue missions and transportation under extreme weather conditions where conventional civilian models might face limitations
France Commits to Monthly Missile Deliveries to Ukraine in 2024

January 18, 2024 @ 01:08 PM

France has committed to providing Ukraine with 50 missiles per month throughout 2024, totaling 600 missiles for the entire year, as the war-torn nation continues to grapple with the effects of conflict. French Defense Minister Sebastien Lecornu announced the initiation of missile deliveries to Ukraine during an interview on
Northrop Grumman Develops Mobile Ground Station for U.S. Navy and Marine Corps...

January 18, 2024 @ 05:06 AM

Northrop Grumman has recently been awarded the Maritime Targeting Cell – Expeditionary (MTC-X) contract, a move aimed at contributing to the Department of Defense's Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) mission. The MTC-X mobile prototype system is intended to provide critical data to frontline units, ostensibly enhancing their capabilities and decision-making processes
GE Vernova to Power New UK FSS Ships with Hybrid-Electric Propulsion

January 17, 2024 @ 07:41 AM

GE Vernova's Power Conversion business in the UK has secured a contract with Team Resolute to provide advanced hybrid-electric propulsion technology for the UK Ministry of Defence's (MOD) Royal Fleet Auxiliary Fleet Solid Support (FSS) ships. Team Resolute, a consortium comprising Navantia, Harland & Wolff, and BMT, will deliver three 216-meter-long FSS ships designed to minimize carbon emissions
2 U.S. Navy SEALs Missing After Falling off Boat During Search Mission...

January 16, 2024 @ 11:59 AM

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Airbus Helicopters to Acquire VTOL UAV Manufacturer, Aerovel

January 16, 2024 @ 09:47 AM

Airbus Helicopters and Aerovel have inked an agreement for Airbus to acquire Aerovel and its unmanned aerial system (UAS), Flexrotor. The move is part of Airbus' strategic plan to bolster its portfolio of tactical unmanned solutions
Norway Deploys F-35 Fighter Jets to Iceland in Support of NATO Air...

January 15, 2024 @ 02:28 PM

In a strategic move to enhance NATO's air surveillance capabilities in the High North, Norway has commenced the first of three Allied fighter deployments to Iceland, scheduled for the year 2024. As of January 15, four F-35 fighter aircraft from the Royal Norwegian Air Force are set to conduct NATO Air Policing sorties from Keflavík Air Base, Iceland, until mid-February

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