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Israel takes new torpedo into service
A still from a video released by the IDF shows a Kaved torpedo being loaded into a submarine at the Haifa naval base. Source: Israel Defense ForcesRussian Caspian corvettes enter Mediterranean
A still from a video released by the Russian MoD on 19 August 2016 shows a Kalibr cruise missile being launched from a Buyan-M at a target in Syria. Source: Russian Ministry of DefenceBell uses design-for-manufacturing approach to reduce V-280 costs
Bell's V-280 made its first demonstration flight on 18 June 2018 in Amarillo, Texas. Source: IHS Markit/Pat HostFrance and Germany sign letters of intent to develop future tank and combat air systems
KNDS, which presented the EMBT demonstrator at Eurosatory 2018, welcomed the Franco-German announcement of the joint development of an MGCS and CIFS. Source: IHS Markit/Peter Felstead
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Philippines moves ahead with ‘second horizon’ modernisation
Key Points President approves USD5.6 billion modernisation programme Requirements include accelerated submarine procurement Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has given approval to the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) to progress plans to procure a wide range of defence equipment under
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Taiwan urged to overhaul IP rules to support US defence trade ties
Key Points Protection of IP and trade secrets regarded as challenges to deepening US-Taiwan defence trade and industry co-operation President of the US Taiwan Business Council calls for an “entire new architecture” to support defence trade between the two countries The President of
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Travis seeks VTOL UAV for base support and security mission
The US Air Force (USAF) is seeking a small- to medium-sized vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to undertake support and security details at Travis Air Force Base (AFB) in California. A request for information (RFI) posted by Air Mobility Command (AMC) on 19 June
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Brazil receives nine proposals for new corvette
The Directorate for Projects Management of the Brazilian Navy received nine commercial bids to build four Tamandaré-class multi-purpose corvettes for the Brazilian Navy on 18 June. A shortlist will be revealed on 27 July and best bid will be released on 29 September. The corvette project,
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Canada’s JSS project costs jump
Canada’s Joint Support Ship (JSS) project has increased by about 43% to earlier estimates, the Department of National Defence (DND) has confirmed to Jane’s . The Canadian Government’s latest JSS estimate is now about CAD3.4 billion (USD2.5 billion) over the 30-year lifespan of the
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Russia up-armours Central Military District
Russia's Central Military District (CMD) is receiving new armoured vehicles and counter-unmanned aerial vehicle (C-UAV) systems, a military source has told Jane's . A motor rifle brigade stationed in the Kemerovo region became the CMD's first unit to receive modernised BMP-2M infantry fighting
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Eurosatory 2018: German Puma Infantry Fighting Vehicle
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Nuclear rivals: Reviewing US nuclear strategy
Nuclear strategies, postures, and capabilities have returned to the forefront of international security debates. Against this backdrop, Dr Lee Willett considers the US Nuclear Posture Review in relation to those nations it aims to deter -
Chinese SSBN development presents intelligence challenges
Nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines are among a state’s most closely guarded secrets. Andrew Tate examines the information available in open sources about China’s Type 094 SSBN and analyses how the submarine fits into China’s nuclear posture -
Coming ashore: unmanned systems lead the way in amphibious operations
Marines coming ashore rely on unmanned systems to provide situational awareness that lets them know if surf zones and beaches are free of obstacles, mines, and potential adversaries. Michael Fabey, Geoff Fein, and Pat Host examine the use and development of unmanned systems in amphibious operations
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ASC International reveals its Hilux-based Hornet SOV
ASC International displayed its Hornet Special Operations Vehicle (SOV) for the first time and told Jane’s that development of a larger 6×6 variant should be complete by the end of summer. The Hornet SOV began development in 2016 and is based on a much-modified Toyota Hilux. Its design
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Israel takes new torpedo into service
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced on 19 June that is has acquired a new type of torpedo that it calls the Kaved (heavy) for its submarines. “The torpedo systems possess advanced capabilities and characteristics, including increased precision and range,” the IDF said in a
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MBDA unveils evolved Licorne VSHORAD C2 system
MBDA has unveiled a new version of its Licorne lightweight very short range air defence (VSHORAD) command and control (C2) system, which includes an integrated anti-drone capability. First launched at Eurosatory 2016, the Licorne pocket C2 system is designed for use with systems such as
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Japan displays new NBC decontamination set
The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) unveiled a new truck-mounted nuclear, biological and chemical (NBC) decontamination set on 27 May at Camp Omiya in Saitama Prefecture, where the service’s Central NBC Weapon Defense Unit is based. Mounted on a 6×6 truck the new set, which is
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Israel takes new torpedo into service
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced on 19 June that is has acquired a new type of torpedo that it calls the Kaved (heavy) for its submarines. “The torpedo systems possess advanced capabilities and characteristics, including increased precision and range,” the IDF said in a
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IAI, IMI unveil Rampage stand-off air-to-surface missile
Israel Aerospace Industries and IMI Systems have disclosed co-development of a new stand-off precision air-to-surface missile (ASM) system – designated Rampage - designed to address protected high value targets including command and control (C2) centres, air bases, maintenance centres, and
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‘BALTOPS 2018’ sees Mount Whitney put improved capabilities into practice
The US Navy’s (USN’s) Blue Ridge-class command ship and 6th Fleet flagship USS Mount Whitney has returned to support NATO’s ‘BALTOPS’ exercise with improved capacity, as the ship continues a three-stage overhaul and upgrade process. In particular, installation of the
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Alliance between Iraqi rival Shia coalitions reduces risk of inter-Shia violence; ongoing recount likely to delay government formation
Key Points The announcement of an alliance between Muqtada al-Sadr and Hadi al-Ameri, is a step forward for government formation, while reducing the likelihood of intra-Shia militia fighting. The alliance announcement was likely intended to pre-empt calls for a rerun of the 12 May parliamentary
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Russian Caspian corvettes enter Mediterranean
Russia’s Caspian Flotilla has deployed two long-range missile corvettes to the Mediterranean, its Ministry of Defence (MoD) confirmed on 17 June. The Buyan-M (Project 21631) corvettes Veliki Ustyug and Grad Sviyazhsk were photographed by ship-watchers in Istanbul passing through the
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Update: North Korea destroys tunnels at Punggye-ri nuclear test site
North Korea destroyed several tunnels and other facilities at its only known nuclear test site on 24 May in a move described by the government in Pyongyang as an “important process” towards achieving global nuclear disarmament. The dismantling of the northeastern Punggye-ri test ground,
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Mass trial of alleged jihadists indicates high attack risk for Western targets in Senegal from returning fighters
Key Points Suspected jihadists were allegedly planning to attack French targets in Senegal and to spread Islamist influence into neighbouring countries. Senegal remains a likely top target for Al-Qaeda-linked groups due to its strong connections with France, emphasised by a renewed threat from
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Alliance between Iraqi rival Shia coalitions reduces risk of inter-Shia violence; ongoing recount likely to delay government formation
Key Points The announcement of an alliance between Muqtada al-Sadr and Hadi al-Ameri, is a step forward for government formation, while reducing the likelihood of intra-Shia militia fighting. The alliance announcement was likely intended to pre-empt calls for a rerun of the 12 May parliamentary
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Kashmir state government dissolution allows for intensified counter-terrorism operations, increasing likelihood of targeted killings of suspected militants
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Umbrella jihadist group likely to exploit expanded reach across Sahel to attack security installations more frequently
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Multi-party coalition likely to support Colombian president-elect, supporting fiscal reform but tempering hostility to FARC peace accord
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Bell uses design-for-manufacturing approach to reduce V-280 costs
Key Points Bell used a design-for-manufacturing approach to its V-280 straight wing and rotor blade design The company said this helped reduce costs by roughly 50% in both areas Bell used a design-for-manufacturing approach with its V-280 Valor tiltrotor aircraft to drive down costs, according to
