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The US Tests Laser Weapons To Counter Drones
The US Dept. of Defense is ramping up its efforts to defeat UAVs and rockets with laser weapons, with the latest test seeing a laser fired from an Apache helicopter.
By Anita Hawser - 12 July 2017
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All NATO Enhanced Forward Battle Groups in the Baltics Are Now in Place
The biggest build-up of forces for a generation on NATO's eastern flank is now complete, but questions remain over their interoperability and effectiveness.
By Anita Hawser & Ralph Zwilling - 19 June 2017
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Middle East Countries Beef Up Border Security
Jordan, Turkey and Saudi Arabia are stepping up their investment in border security to counter the spread of terrorist attacks.
By Anita Hawser - 21 April 2017
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Fighting Talk In Cyberspace
With the recognition of cyberspace as a war fighting domain, Western militaries are talking up their offensive capabilities in cyberspace.
By Anita Hawser - 12 April 2017
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Upgunning The Stryker
The perceived Russian threat has resulted in a lethality upgrade, which will see the Stryker fitted with a 30 mm cannon.
By Ralph Zwilling - 24 March 2017
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Terrorists: What Motivates Them To Act Alone?
Radicalisation does not fully explain why individuals carry out terrorist attacks. A disconnected-disordered profile or social isolation can be contributing factors.
By - 17 March 2017
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Ukraine's Latest Weapon In The Fight Against Russian-Backed Rebels
Ukraine's Phantom unmanned multipurpose vehicle will prevent the loss of soldiers' lives on the battlefield.
By Anita Hawser - 28 February 2017
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A Force Multiplier On The Battlefield
Unmanned ground vehicles are undergoing a deep development phase. The most advanced solutions are just a preview of the capabilities to come.
By Giulia Tilenni - 01 February 2017
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General James 'Mad Dog' Mattis, US Defense Secretary
US Defense Secretary, General Mattis, spent his first day on the job overseeing air strikes against ISIL and speaking with NATO's Secretary General.
By Anita Hawser - 26 January 2017
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Rheinmetall's Lynx - Minimising Technical Risk and Cost
Rheinmetall's Lynx IFV hopes to provide a price point that captures the imagination of the export market. Its first potential customer could be Australia.
By Ralph Zwilling - 24 January 2017
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Today’s radar challenge
How the electronic warfare (EW) and electronic intelligence (ELINT) communities are keeping pace with modern threats.
By Rohde & Schwarz - 20 January 2017
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Defence and Security Co-operation With The EU Will Continue
The UK will continue to work with the EU on defence and security matters, says UK PM Theresa May in her first major speech on Brexit.
By Anita Hawser - 17 January 2017
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Made In The UAE
A privately led armoured vehicle sector has enhanced UAE armoured vehicle production.
By Matthew Hedges - 09 January 2017
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The Fallout From Brexit
Immediately following the UK vote to leave the EU, the pound declined in value, which is likely to impact the cost of already announced defence acquisition programmes and support costs for in-service equipment.
By Stuart Young, Peter Antill and Richard Fisher - 03 January 2017
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Playing The Trump Card In US Defence Policy
President-elect Trump made a lot of comments—some controversial—on defence matters during his election campaign
By Nick Watts - 03 January 2017
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Canadian Army Step Up Readiness At Storming Bear
Storming Bear training exercise featured a series of dynamic, live fire training events over diverse terrain.
By - 21 November 2016
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Trump and the Middle East: Challenges to Regaining US Supremacy
Can President-elect Trump bring America back from the low point in Middle East relations achieved under Obama's presidency?
By Riad Kahwaji - 17 November 2016
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M777 - The Lightweight Route To 155 mm Firepower
The M777 howitzer has transformed the dynamics of modern-day artillery.
By Doug Richardson - 14 November 2016
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Soldiers Take Down Drone Using Laser Signal
US soldiers have disabled a commercial off-the-shelf drone using a non-kinetic counter-UAV system.
By Anita Hawser - 04 November 2016
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Upgrades in Lethality and Protection
A resurgent Russia is seeing lethality and protection uprgrades predominate in vehicle upgrade programmes.
By Anita Hawser - 20 September 2016
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Awaiting the Armata T-14 tank
Russia’s next-generation battle tank, the Armata T-14, is causing a stir with its uncrewed turret, increased lethality and hard-kill Active Protection System.
By Joseph Dempsey - 16 September 2016
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A Century of Tank Development
The first battle tank was developed 100 years ago. As a mobile, protected weapon platform, the battle tank remains an important component of modern ground forces.
By Richard Ogorkiewicz - 14 September 2016
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The French Army's Future Connected Vehicle
Bastille Day saw the French Army's new Multi-role Armoured Vehicle paraded on the Champs-Élysées.
- 17 July 2017
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Digital Tactical Communications for German Army Command Vehicles
German Army Puma and Boxer command vehicles to be fitted with software-defined radio.
- 11 July 2017
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Modernising The Boxer
German Army's Boxer armoured transport vehicles to be reconfigured for command role.
- 04 July 2017
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German Army Purchases More Future Soldier Systems
Rheinmetall secures multimillion-euro order for more German Army Future Soldier systems.
- 28 June 2017
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Patria AMV28A armoured wheeled vehicle
Patria's AMV28A armoured wheeled vehicle completes amphibious tests in Finland.
Patria - 20 June 2017
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Thales Unveils Ground Fire at Le Bourget
Thales's multi-function Ground Fire radar can be used for air defence and surveillance missions.
- 19 June 2017
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Canada To Boost Defence Spending By More than 70%
Cyber, air attack and intelligence among areas to benefit from new Canadian defence policy.
Anita Hawser - 11 June 2017
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VOP CZ and NIMR Automotive
VOP CZ and NIMR Automotive unveil first military vehicle collaboration at IDET.
NIMR Automotive - 31 May 2017
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Kärcher Futuretech: Wins major US DoD contract
Kärcher Futuretech's water-filling system is awarded a US DoD contract.
Kärcher Futuretech - 30 May 2017
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Increased Military Presence on UK Streets Under Operation Temperer
Is more troops on the streets a viable long-term strategy for countering terrorist attacks?
Anita Hawser - 24 May 2017
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GUARDION Is Designed to Defend and Protect Against Unauthorised UAVs
New, integrated drone defence solution from Rohde & Schwarz, ESG and Diehl Defence.
- 24 May 2017
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Saudi Arabia Forms New Defence Company
Saudi Arabian Military Industries wants to be a Top 25 global defence company by 2030.
Anita Hawser - 23 May 2017
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Trump to Announce Major Arms Deal with Saudi Arabia
Arms deal could be worth up to $350bn over 10 years – one of the largest in history.
Mythili Sampathkumar Independent - New York - 22 May 2017
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Virtual and Mixed Reality Training Systems On Show
Demos of the latest VR and mixed reality training systems at ITEC 2017 in Rotterdam.
Anita Hawser - 13 May 2017
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Robot Teaming For Mine Clearance
France's ECA Group teams a UAV and an unmanned ground vehicle for stand-off mine clearance.
- 13 May 2017
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NIMR Automotive Participates in IAV Jordan
NIMR Automotive participates in International Armoured Vehicles (IAV), Jordan.
NIMR - 26 April 2017
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First Production Order For Griffon And Jaguar Vehicles
First batch of Griffon and Jaguar armoured vehicles to be produced for French DGA.
- 24 April 2017
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MBDA Next-Generation Air Defence Missiles for British Army and Navy
Sea Ceptor and Land Ceptor will protect the Royal Navy's war ships and enhance ground-based air defence.
- 24 April 2017
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Bowman Radios To Get Major Architecture Upgrade
Bowman tactical communications radios will be converted into an open modular system.
- 07 April 2017
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Rheinmetall and Rohde & Schwarz Join Forces to Modernise German Army Communications
Joint venture will bid for major tactical communications projects by the German Army.
- 24 March 2017
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The Stryker Joins The Fight Against UAVs
The US Army has modified its Stryker vehicle to detect and defeat UAVs.
- 09 March 2017
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NIMR Unveils Advanced Vehicle Platforms At IDEX 2017
JAIS MRAP features 60% greater protected space and payload capacity.
- 27 February 2017
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NIMR Secures Its First Major European Export Deal
NIMR to produce more than 1,000 vehicles in the Czech Republic.
- 20 February 2017
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A Highly Mobile Logistics Vehicle For Providing Water To The Frontline
NIMR and WEW unveil vehicle for delivering water to remote patrols.
- 18 February 2017
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Desert Variant of the 'Jackal' for the UAE Presidential Guard
Supacat's HMT 400 Desert variant unveiled at IDEX 2017 in Abu Dhabi.
- 16 February 2017
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US Department of Defense Looks To Develop Biodegradable Ammunition
The US Defense Dept. wants biodegradable ammunition to replace current training rounds.
- 02 February 2017
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MoD's Defence Equipment Plan Comes Up Short
The UK Ministry of Defence needs to find more savings to fund its future Equipment Plan.
- 30 January 2017
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Stryker Dragoon Vehicle Upgrade Programme
Money saved in the Stryker upgrade programme will be used to field a new RWS.
- 26 January 2017
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NIMR Automotive Participates in IAV London
NIMR’s AJBAN 440A armoured military vehicle at International Armoured Vehicles (IAV), London.
NIMR Automotive - 24 January 2017
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New FN Herstal SmartCore®
FN SmartCore Provides Enhanced Shot Counter Technology for FN SCAR firearms.
FN Herstal - 20 January 2017
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IVECO - Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV)
First Amphibious Combat Vehicle based on Iveco platform rolled out to Marine Corps.
IVECO - 18 January 2017
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Rheinmetall and Steyr Mannlicher
Rheinmetall and Steyr Mannlicher offer new RS556 assault rifle system.
Rheinmetall - 12 January 2017
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General Dynamics Land Systems–UK
General Dynamics Land Systems UK completes first AJAX programme manned live firing trial.
General Dynamics - 13 December 2016
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FLIR Systems Acquires Prox Dynamics
FLIR Systems Acquires Prox Dynamics for $134 million in cash.
FLIR Systems - 30 November 2016
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Barrett Communications To Provide Long-Range Voice Comms to Canadian Defence Forces
Barrett Communications wins Canadian voice communications contract.
- 29 November 2016
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Rockwell Collins's Mixed-Reality System for Training & Simulation
Rockwell Collins Coalescence merges the real-world view with a synthetic environment.
- 29 November 2016
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Airborne Laser-Based Sensor Can Detect IEDs and Hazmat From Standoff Distance
SpectroDrone uses lasers and high-res cameras to detect explosives, IEDs and hazmat.
- 15 November 2016
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ADF Receive Last of Initial Run Hawkei Vehicles
Australia's next-gen Hawkei protected vehicle project achieves major milestone.
- 14 November 2016
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Israel Ramps Up Procurement of APS
Israel to fit all new Merkava 4 tanks with Trophy Active Protection System.
- 14 November 2016
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New Precision Guidance Kit For Canadian Army
Canadian Army's new Precision Guidance Kit will enable targets to be engaged with fewer rounds.
- 04 November 2016
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Rheinmetall at Indo Defence
Wheeled and tracked armoured vehicles: a longstanding core competency of Rheinmetall.
DPI - 03 November 2016
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GDLS–UK Designs Information Gateway For Integrated Soldier Systems
Information gateway for Dutch, Belgian and Luxembourg soldier systems.
- 02 November 2016
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US Army and Marine Corps to trial PowerWalk Exoskeleton
Wearable technology is designed to harvest power through the action of walking.
- 31 October 2016
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US Steps Up Acquisition Of Precision Munitions
Contract awarded to fulfill demand for Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System.
- 28 October 2016
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Wearable Sensors Overcome GPS Denial Problem
Wearable sensors can track personnel and their weapons in GPS-denied environments.
DPI - 21 September 2016
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100 Years Of The Tank
The Battle Of Flers-Courcelette remembered exactly 100 years ago today.
DPI - 19 September 2016
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Trump pledges big US military expansion
Donald Trump says he will expand all areas of the US military.
- 15 September 2016
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General Dynamics Land Systems–UK showcases AJAX
GDLS–UK successfully completes an additional live firing test for AJAX vehicle.
- 15 September 2016
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