U.S. DoD Launches 5 L3Harris-Built Hypersonic Missile Tracking Satellites
L3Harris Technologies has lauched five missile tracking satellites from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida that can track maneuvering hypersonic missiles such as the Russian Kinzhal and Zirkon. This launch is part of the Missile Defense Agencys (MDA) Hypersonic and Ballistic Tracking Space Sensor (HBTSS) program and the Space...
Russian Pantsir-S1M to Carry 48 'Mini Missiles' to hit Drones
Russia is upgrading the Pantsir-S1M air defense system with 48 mini missiles, a notable increase from the current 12, to counter the rising threat of drones. Ongoing trials for this modified system are expected to conclude within the current year
Missile Defense Agency, U.S. Navy Report Aegis Weapon System Success in Complex...
The MDA and U.S
South Korea's LIG Nex1 Secures $3.2B Deal to Export Missile Defense System...
South Korean defense company LIG Nex1 has secured a substantial $3.2 billion deal to export mid-range surface-to-air missiles (M-SAM II) to Saudi Arabia, according to an announcement by South Korea's Ministry of National Defense on Tuesday
Saudi Companies Secure Sub-Contracts for Lockheed Martin's THAAD Defense System
Lockheed Martin announced on Monday that it has inked agreements with Saudi Arabian companies to produce components for its Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) air defense system. According to a statement by Lockheed Martin, these sub-contracts mark a collaborative effort to transfer technological expertise, ultimately fortifying Saudi Arabia's position in...
Italy Acquires Advanced SAMP/T NG Air-Defense Systems
The Organisation for Joint Armament Co-operation (OCCAR) in Europe has signed a crucial contract, delivering four SAMP/T NG air-defense systems for the Italian Army. This move is part of a wider effort by European nations to bolster their missile defense capabilities
Norway Secures NASAMS Air Defence Systems to Counter Aerial Threats
The Norwegian government has inked a contract with Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KONGSBERG) for the acquisition of new NASAMS (Norwegian Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System) air defence systems. The contract, valued at approximately NOK 1
Northrop Grumman's Next Generation Interceptor Program Advances with Successful Preliminary Design Review
Northrop Grumman has completed its All-Up Round (AUR) Preliminary Design Review (PDR) for the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) program in partnership with the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). Both teams—Lockheed Martin and Aerojet Rocketdyne; and Northrop Grumman and Raytheon—have entered the critical design phase, with Lockheed Martin's team completing its PDR in September 2023
Saab, MBDA Strengthen Defense Cooperation in Anti-Tank, Air Defense
Sweden and France have solidified their defense partnership through a strategic agreement aimed at enhancing cooperation in the critical areas of anti-tank and air defense. The agreement, signed on January 30 during French President Emmanuel Macron's state visit to Sweden, marks a milestone in the relationship between the two nations
RTX's Blue Canyon Technologies Delivers Four Satellites for DARPA's Blackjack Program
Blue Canyon Technologies (BCT), a subsidiary of RTX, has delivered four satellites for the DARPA's Blackjack program and advancing low-Earth orbit (LEO) technology for national security. The
Slovakia Explores Purchase of Patriot Missile Defense System
In a bid to enhance its long-term airspace defense capabilities, Slovakia's Defence Minister Robert Kalinak has announced the country's interest in acquiring the Patriot missile defense system from the United States. Speaking on the state broadcaster RTVS's Sunday debate show, Kalinak revealed that Slovakia aims to leverage a discount it received for the purchase of attack helicopters from the U
Iran Announces Long-Term Plans for 15-Ton Payload Satellite Launch Vehicles
Iran's Defense Ministry declared its long-term plans to develop satellite launch vehicles capable of carrying cargoes weighing up to 15 tons into orbit. The announcement was made by Ahmad Hosseini Mounes, the spokesman for the ministry's space division, following the recent successful launch of three domestically-produced satellites using the Simorgh (Phoenix) satellite carrier
French DGA Orders 70 New Generation Fuel Tank Trucks
U.S. Army Awards Lockheed Martin $756M for Hypersonic Weapon System Enhancements
Singapore’s F-16 Crash Caused by Gyroscope Malfunction
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...