RTX's CHIMERA High-Power Microwave System Completes Three-Week Field Test
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Slovenia Procures IRIS-T SLM Air Defense System within ESSI Framework
Slovenia has procured the medium-range air defense system IRIS-T SLM within the European Sky Shield Initiative (ESSI) framework. Diehl Defence signed a purchase contract with the German Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology, and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) on January 25
Germany Asks Rheinmetall, Diehl Defence and Hensoldt to Develop Short- and Very...
Germanys Federal Office for Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology, and In-Service Support (BAAINBw), signed a development contract today with the Short- and Very Short-Range Air Defence System Consortium (ARGE NNbS) for the “Air Defence System, Short- and Very Short-Range”, or LVS NNbS. Established in 2021, ARGE NNbS comprises three member companies: Rheinmetall...
U.S. Minuteman III Replacement Program Faces Soaring Costs Amid $95.8B Budget Blowout...
The United States' endeavor to replace its ground-based nuclear arsenal, anchored by the Minuteman III, has officially blown through its budget of $95.8 billion due to the unforeseen impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and inflation, according to a statement released by the Air Force on Thursday
Georgia Signs Contract with Poland for Piorun-M MANPADS Air Defense Missile Systems
The Georgian Ministry of Defense has officially announced the signing of a contract with the Polish company MESKO S.A
DRDO Tests Next-Generation AKASH Air Defense System
India's Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) has confirmed the testing of its new anti-aircraft missile system, AKASH-NG. The announcement was made via DRDO's official ‘X page
Rheinmetall's Skyranger 30 A1 Completes Live-Fire Tests, Advances Towards Series Production
Rheinmetall's Skyranger 30 A1, a mobile air defense system, has achieved a milestone with successful testing and live-fire trials at the company's Ochsenboden proving ground in Switzerland in December 2023. The assessments encompassed the system's functionality in both stationary and mobile modes
Rafael's SPYDER All-In-One Air Defense System Clears Trials
Israels Rafael defense contractor tested its advanced SPYDER air defense system in an All-In-One configuration, combining the missile launcher, command and control system, and radar on a single platform. Rafael claims the system, named SPYDER All in One, can be deployed independently or as part of an existing SPYDER battery
Canada's NASAMS Aid to Ukraine Still Awaited Amidst its Alleged Destruction in...
The Canadian government's pledged assistance to Ukraine through the National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS) has yet to materialize, leaving the Eastern European nation vulnerable amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions. The promised aid, announced in January 2023 as a response to the Russian invasion, included a $406 million NASAMS acquisition, forming part of a broader $500 million military aid package unveiled in November 2022
NATO Support and Procurement Agency Orders 1000 Patriot GEM-T Missiles for $5.6
The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) has awarded COMLOG, a joint venture between Raytheon, and MBDA, their first contract under the European Sky Shield Initiative (ESSI) worth up to $5.6 billion
South Korea to Develop Artillery Interception System "Superior to Israel's Iron Dome"
South Korea's Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) is developing an artillery projectile interception system, named Low Altitude Missile Defense (LAMD), which aims to surpass Israel's Iron Dome designed for low-speed rockets. The LAMD project is part of the Korean Air and Missile Defense System (KAMD) core power initiative
Netherlands, Germany & Italy Approved to buy $780M Stinger Missiles
The State Department has authorized a Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) for Stinger missiles and associated equipment with an estimated value of $780 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) formally notified Congress of this determination today
Netherlands Allocates €500M for Extra Ammunition
Ukrainian ATACMS Strikes Target Russian S-400, Fighters in Crimea
Ruselectronics Develops Technology Extending Short-Wave Radio Range to 6,000 km
Indonesian Navy Chief Considers Interim Submarine Purchase Amidst Operational Needs
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...
Development Trends in Unmanned Surface Vessels
Unmanned surface vessels (USVs) have caught the attention of the world following their spectacular success in sinking Russian warships in...
Have Iran-Israel Missile Attacks Enabled Mutual Deterrence?
Iran's April 13-14 missile strike against Israel marks a paradigm shift in Tehran's approach to Israel; from previously relying on...
Free Flight to Russian Hypersonic Missiles as America's Own Hypersonics Program Delayed to 2027
As Russian Aerospace Forces pummeled Ukrainian positions in mid-March 2024 with hypersonic missiles, the Pentagon's own hypersonics program faces delays,...
Counter-trade, Undisclosed Deals May be Masking Russia’s Arms Export Numbers
A Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SPIRI) report last week reported a steep fall in Russias arms exports- pushed to...