Jane's Defence Industry
CHC puts Australian subsidiary up for sale
Indonesia and Pakistan finalise defence co-operation agreement
South Korea and US to expand defence trade with upcoming meeting
ATK's new CEO announces company reorganisation
Northrop Grumman appoints new Space business unit vice-president
India plans to streamline FDI proposal system
India confirms move to buy C-17 aircraft
Audit finds 46% of ADF munitions in an 'other than serviceable' state
UK MoD delays appointing procurement chief
Raytheon announces new appointments
South Korea considers offset changes in bid to stimulate foreign investment
'Outdated manufacturing processes' force POF to turn down $500m worth of orders
Fitch Ratings predicts improved prospects for Europe's A&D sector
Australian DoD pledges to investigate claims of questionable procurement
Indonesia moves to revitalise indigenous defence industries through presidential decree
Trio bid for UK MoD air traffic management contract
ITT promotes Melcher to senior vice-president role
Northrop Grumman withdraws from KC-X contest
Saab submits older Gripen in Indian MRCA contest
AIDC privatisation remains on track
India on course for usual trend of budget underspend
BAE Systems case could 'undercut basis of proposed US/UK trade co-operation treaty'
'Economic pressures' delay New Zealand White Paper
US Aerospace Industries Association raises concern over Armenian 'genocide' vote
EADS upbeat over future A400M export deals
Saab to axe workers at Karlskoga site
US freezes BAE export licences
General Dynamics announces reshuffle at the top
Austal USA and General Dynamics revoke LCS agreement
Boeing to shut Australian manufacturing plant
Conclusion of Hellenic Shipyards sale not imminent
Babcock-VT info exchange follows abandoned Mouchel approach
Indian government moves to strengthen domestic SMEs
China's defence budget growth slows to 7.5% in 2010
UK report slams MoD procurement
Industry warns on impact of Armenian 'genocide' bill
Japan reviews guidelines for future defence planning
India, Russia expected to sign fighter aircraft development agreement
Eurocopter to establish Indian subsidiary
QinetiQ formally appoints new non-executive chairman
Northrop Grumman announces role reshuffle
BAE and Northrop Grumman join forces to pursue US GCV contract
AgustaWestland's Indian JV to mark first step of greater market push
Vietnam remains committed to naval modernisation
France begins Mistral talks with Russia despite international misgivings
Russian helicopter industry continues rapid growth
Pakistan strengthens relations with Indonesia and China
India, Saudi Arabia hold landmark defence co-operation talks
BAE Systems India continues naval JV talks
US Navy seeks $423m funding for aircraft maintenance
Rolls-Royce to offer $235m for remaining 67% of ODIM ASA
Industry prepares response to US Army GCV RfP
India's defence budget rise below expectations
DAPA issues tenders for EW kits and anti-aircraft guns
Modest budget rise reflects Singapore's economic constraints
Terma announces further job cuts amidst order delays
China proposes legislation to encourage domestic technical innovation
US considers CSAR helicopter replacement options after CSAR-X cancellation
Austal Service appoints general manager
UK MoD asks for extra $439m in Spring Supplementary Estimate
Australia considers extending defence planning cycle
Malaysia to fly MiG-29Ns for five more years
South Korea and UAE to promote defence collaboration
Poland waits for Indonesia to affirm defence co-operation
MoD's accounting failures could threaten UK defence capability, warns committee
ThalesRaytheonSystems France selects new CEO
Force Protection appoints Hutcherson COO
Boeing completes second phase of Turkish Peace Eagle 737 offset project
India's DRDO must become globally competitive, insists defence minister
Rockwell reshuffles leaders in bid for international growth
BAE and VT Group may launch joint bid for Babcock, sources say
Japan, US plan joint effort on drone technology
Australia to begin talks with Japan on landmark defence logistics deal
Denel Saab Aerostructures appoints new CEO
SENER and Rolls-Royce become sole ITP partners
France and UK agree to improve UOR co-operation
Saab seeks new chief as Svensson resigns
EADS DS selects Watson as new CEO
Israeli-Indian partnership progress hindered by FDI concerns
BEML and OBRUM agree Indian land systems accord
UK/Indian trade bodies' MOU increases their co-operation
South Africa announces major defence budget reduction
Safe Air cuts jobs after C-130H delays
Thai navy seeks second-hand submarines
Indonesia and Malaysia hold collaboration talks
Russia looks to France for light armoured vehicles following assault ships talks
Diehl and Tata sign Indian offset accord
Sikorsky, Terma sign MoU as Denmark explores helo replacement alternatives
Pakistan repeats call for UAV technology from US
PT Pal cuts 900 jobs in bid to improve ailing finances
AgustaWestland proposes JV with Tata Sons
Private Indian defence companies land 50% of offset work, minister reveals
HAL seeking compensation over Hawk delays
QinetiQ North America announces senior TSG appointment
Russia closes in on multi-billion dollar Saudi deals
Personnel shortage delays Russian submarine production
Turbomeca strengthens its Indian presence
Raytheon teams with L&T on T-72 upgrade proposal
India set to reveal 15-year defence plan, but questions of effectiveness remain
VT Group rejects £1.16bn Babcock takeover bid
Tata/IAI renew bid for Indian joint venture
Philippines anticipates receipt of W-3 Sokol helicopters by end of 2010
Japan moves closer to defence logistics deal with Australia
Indian private sector must boost capabilities for offsets work, says senior official
UK's Exploration Logistics opens Washington DC office
Latest BAE cuts take UK job losses to 2,700
Selex Galileo looks to build on Indian partnerships
Russia and Sri Lanka sign $300m military equipment credit deal
Australia sets up support office for Collins-class submarines
Business leaders to urge India to raise FDI limit
India rules out privatisation of DPSUs
Boeing adds former US trade representative to board
BAE cuts UK submarine jobs after workload review
Boeing looks to build Indonesian presence
France confirms that 'Nexter is not for sale'
ICOP Digital and DDIT form Saudi security JV
SAIC completes CloudShield takeover
South Korea and Uzbekistan to grow defence accord
Taiwan ploughs on with US acquisition plans
General Dynamics and Defence Support Group sign FRES SV agreement
Chile mulls separation of defence spending from copper sales
Mahindra & Mahindra/BAE Systems outline investment plan for Indian JV
Indonesia's Krakatau Steel to launch IPO in November
BAE Systems agrees groundbreaking transatlantic settlement with US DoJ and UK SFO
Oshkosh not eyeing BAE Systems' Sealy plant
ATK appoints new president and CEO
Singapore Air Show 2010: China's AVIC targets sales of new UAV export variants
Singapore Air Show 2010: ST Engineering focuses on military vehicle exports
DSA leaders resign following rejection of AgustaWestland offer, parliament hears
Singapore Air Show 2010: Boeing to look to Asia-Pacific market for quarter of defence sales
Singapore Air Show 2010: Northrop Grumman targets Southeast Asia to offset flat US spending
PZL Swidnik says Philippines helicopter contract 'not finalised'
UK armed forces face tough choices, says MoD Green Paper
US budget request reflects counter-insurgency emphasis
Boeing plans Southeast Asian expansion
Eurocopter seeks continued growth in Southeast Asia
Selex Galileo eyes radar opportunities in Asia Pacific
Aerostar TUAV wins Poland's UAS procurement contest
Pentagon seeks record $708bn in FY11 budget
US winds down Humvee procurement
South Africa looks to US for airlift requirement
SDS continues to open US offices
Stratech creates joint venture with Israel's Aeronautics
China reiterates threat of sanctions against US over Taiwan arms sales
KMW establishes Singapore-based subsidiary
DAPA expresses interest in rebidding for UAE's advanced trainer competition
Russia announces $1.8bn arms deal with Libya
MLS and Plasan venture to produce armour for UK forces
UK MoD set to announce procurement reform strategy
UK moves against export of EOD detectors
Australia shifts to long-term naval contracts
Denel Saab Aerostructures hunts CEO 'as a matter of urgency'
China demands lifting of EU arms embargo
South Korea, Turkey to bolster defence industrial co-operation
Northrop Grumman becomes 12th Niteworks member
Terma plans merger of electronics and software operations
UK defence minister commits to DIS 2
Industry told to lead offset reforms or face 'scandals'
Saudi's KACST signs collaboration accord with Selex Galileo
Metal Storm secures new US patents
China's AVIC reaffirms commitment to expansion
UK defence minister outlines MoD's imminent acquisition reform strategy
India's DRDO to share technologies with local firms
Vietnam unveils programme to tackle cyber threats
India, South Korea to establish 'strategic partnership'
ASC opens new shipbuilding complex
Rheinmetall adds Papperger to executive board
Turkey to provide Pakistan with Cobra spares as relations deepen
Seoul targets India as key future market
South Korea set to sell extra vessels to Kazakhstan
Indonesia strengthens defence co-operations with China and Malaysia
Bell Helicopter names new president
Cobham appoints new chairman designate
A400M talks continuing, UK MoD confirms
US may supply Pakistan with UAVs, says Gates
New ASC shipyard opens for air warfare destroyer builds
South Korea wins approval for aviation development projects
Gates agrees in principle to back long-range bomber
Shipbuilders STX and ADSB agree to share data and technology
Israeli defence exports reach $6.7bn
IDV Solutions announces partnership with Competitive Innovations
USAF to issue final KC-X contract notice within weeks
ADS extends global reach with Middle East presence
South Korea establishes cyber warfare facility
India stalls on signing US defence accords
Turkey and Israel revive relationship after insult
EADS rejects A400M audit finding that group can shoulder cost overruns
Denel unit suffers two key resignations
China Eximbank pledges continued support for AVIC
DAPA to introduce new trading system from 2011
Gates urges India to sign outstanding defence agreements
Viettel becomes government conglomerate
Armscor CEO dismissed amid fallout from South African A400M debacle
OSI Geospatial selects new audit committee chair
Nexter posts 47% sales increase in FY09
India closing in on MiG-29 aircraft deal with Russia
Northrop Grumman announces two appointments
A400M settlement talks due later this week
ST Engineering pursues Indian contracts despite ban
Samsung Techwin plans to diversify
Taiwan continues to examine defence offset policy
India's updated defence procurement will focus on delays and 'judicious decisions'
Australia opens cyber-security centre
Selex Galileo secures exclusive Owlstone Nanotech agreement
BAE to target land vehicle exports if successful in FRES - Scout contest
South Korea bans defence agents from taking over 5% commission
Financial crisis hits EU defence capability
Lockheed Martin teams with Terma on missile defence architecture
Report issues stark warning on future UK force levels
South Korea mulls restructure of military procurement agency
Taiwan confirms 2010 defence budget reduction
Senior MoD staff resistant to recommended acquisition reforms, says Gray
Rolls-Royce appoints chief scientific officer
EADS chief calls for urgent resolution of A400M negotiations
Indonesian Air Force chief stresses urgency of Hawk replacement
Lockheed Martin F-35B begins in-flight STOVL operations
Metal Storm founder further reduces stake in company
Taiwan ponders US vessel acquisition
Chinese defence sector expects FY10 industrial added value to grow over 15%
UK confirms operational UAS programme remains at embryonic stage
US/New Zealand pact to include security protection
Talks bolster Sino-Pakistani defence co-operation
Indra appoints former EADS CASA boss
BMT Group names new head of Defence Services
L-3 names Gen Craddock as MPRI president
Honeywell elects Con Edison chief to board of directors
GenCorp appoints new president and CEO
SME Ordnance production investment depends on Colt rifle deal
US PAC-3 sale to Taiwan not linked to other programmes, says AIT
PT Dirgantara Indonesia negotiates loan restructure
ST Kinetics invited for Indian howitzer trials despite continuing trade suspension
India looks to C-17s to bolster airlift capability
Partnership to develop survivability solutions for light tactical vehicles
Telephonics opens Hong Kong office
Lockheed Martin confirms job cuts after unit reshuffle
Boeing reshuffles IDS division
South Korea to update defence export regulations
Pakistan signs defence accords with South Korea and Qatar
China raises spectre of embargo in light of missile sale to Taiwan
Poland reasserts emphasis on US strategic partnership
ITT plans major restructure with job cuts ahead
Marshall Land Systems establishes Norwegian subsidiary
UK defence committee urges major improvements in helicopter procurement
Industry remains divided on impact of Indian offset programme
Indonesia considers South Korean trainer aircraft offer
Partner nations 'still interested' in procuring A400Ms
US-Taiwan Business Council calls for action on US arms deals with Taipei
Hanjin Heavy Industries confirms job cuts
South Korean military exports up 13 per cent
Sweden sets deadline for new AWV procurement contest
Switzerland fighter replacement appears set for indefinite delay
South Korea approves FY10 defence budget
Citigroup unit to advise on DSME sale
India rejects Zetatech proposal
UAE requests support and training for C-130 Hercules aircraft
IAI reveals Elta management changes
ST Engineering dissolves PM-B (China)
Saab wins South Korean submarine deal
Kongsberg extends US CROWS deal
Rheinmetall and MAN days away from JV deal
India considers private sector arms production
India plans foreign direct investment policy review
India approves transfer of Hindustan Shipyard to MoD
South Korea and UAE agree nuclear deal
South Korea to appoint adviser for DSME sale
Nexter and GTD confirm joint venture
Russia to supply Myanmar with MiG-29s
Pro-French interests bog down F-X2 decision
Chile releases funds to boost procurement
Pakistan seeks greater ties with France
Obama approves $636bn defence-spending bill
UAE requests C-17 support package
Kuwait seeks US construction and infrastructure support
Indonesia seeks to buy Chinese-made anti-ship missiles
China buoyant over strategic industry output
Vietnam urges rapid development of indigenous defence industry
Goodrich appoints new aerostructures president
Vietnamese government approves Viettel expansion
South Korea, Egypt sign deal to further arms co-operation
Armenia and Russia sign military accords
Egypt requests over $1bn worth of equipment from US
Japan proposes defence budget cut for 10th year
Javelin joint venture receives $176m contract from UK
US industry head expresses confidence in robustness of aviation sector
EDA head urges consolidation of European naval market
Poland signs defence accord with China
Vietnam signs defence deals with US and Brazil
Northrop Grumman makes three new appointments
Australian shipbuilders appoint new directors
BAE Systems wins Australian Seahawk helicopter support contract
Afghan equipment package results in cuts to UK force structure
FLIR Systems announces Extech Data sale
BAE Systems appoints adviser to Nimrod review
Vietnam signs accord with Russia for submarines and fighter aircraft
South Korea's DAPA set to meet 2009 export target
Minister pledges action on UK procurement delays
GAO ruling fails to dent Oshkosh confidence on FMTV contract
Germany rejects claims of military sales ban against Pakistan
Indian firms received $1.9bn in offset work over past three years
UK MoD faces spending shortfall of up to GBP36bn
EADS targets acquisitions in attempt to double revenues by 2020
TASC sell-off clears regulatory hurdles
Spain's BPE falls under Russian spotlight
Thales considers job cuts in attempt to save Euro1.3 billion
IAI announces Commercial Aircraft Group appointment
Boeing looks to $30bn return from India
Indonesia signs five-year MoU to upgrade domestic defence industries
FLIR Systems to create newly merged unit
Doosan Engine to list shares by 2011
Korea Development Bank restarts DSME sale
Innocon continues US partnership talks
India's OFB allocated $460m for five-year modernisation effort
Indigenous capability will shield Indonesia from sanctions, says former president
Von Borstel to lead Diehl's Aerosystems
Four UK firms launch 'defence sector alliance'
DSCA notifies Congress of possible sales to Turkey and Jordan
Defence spending to remain flat under Vietnam's third White Paper
UK industry fears Bernard Gray report will not be implemented
UK MoD should procure on an incremental basis, says industry
DCNS dusts off three-year-old growth strategy
UK MoD considers privatisation options
MoD lacks programme management skills, says industry
QinetiQ appoints new senior vice-president for Intelligence, Security and Space unit
DRDO improvement programme delay continues
Russia and India extend military partnership until 2020
General Dynamics C4 Systems appoints new director
Cobham to establish Indian gateway subsidiary
India looks to consolidate strategic ties with Russia at annual summit
Sweden to issue new armoured wheeled vehicle requirement RfP by end of this year
Thales and Safran discuss asset exchange
Rheinmetall and MAN close to joint venture completion
Russia prepares to close submarine and fighter sales to Vietnam
EADS opens research centre in India
Ministerial talks strengthen Indo-French defence ties
Russian Technologies, Finmeccanica co-operate on security systems
Three US primes in GMD face-off
Bland Group looking to realise joint benefits from recent defence buys
US Congress notified of Chinook FMS to UAE
Alenia North America appoints new Defence CEO
General Dynamics names new senior vice-president
EADS 'disappointed' at Larson & Toubro JV rejection, but will re-apply
Thailand seeks China's help for boost to defence industry
Northrop Grumman declares it will not submit KC-X bid unless RfP is changed
Russia eyes export opportunities to Malaysia
Lockheed Martin goes head-to-head with Boeing for GMD competition
EADS/L&T Indian joint venture proposal rejected
US NAVAIR announces Growler contracts
Metal Storm shares fall in absence of bailout
Malaysia prioritises technology transfer and training in ship project
Russia submits new schedule for Vikramaditya refurbishment
Thales strengthens ties with Russian defence sector
Indonesia must balance defence industry projects and welfare spending
Swiss reject defence exports ban
Italian armed forces braced for budget cuts
Safran and Rostechnologies sign collaboration deal
Outlook for Avioane Craiova aid unclear
EADS reiterates A400M guidance in response to reports
China's AVIC opens new helicopter R&D centre
China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation to launch IPO in December
Thailand launches indigenous defence projects
ADS signs accord with Denmark's FAD
China extends loan to Ecuador for aircraft
BAE casts doubt over 643 Insyte jobs
Romania embarks on fifth attempt to sell Avioane Craiova
Boeing, GD prepare to take A-12 case to the Supreme Court
Canadian companies sign MoU to tap underwater acoustics market
Major Australian defence projects on average more than two years behind, says report
UK's defence secretary unwilling to alter long-term strategy
Indian PM highlights business opportunities for US investors
Thales signs SME deal in Australia
India refuses to lift trade ban on defence companies
Jordan to collaborate with Selex on equipment production
Israel's Innocon eyes US as it aims for $30m sales within three years
Lockheed Martin Australia to expand production with new facilities
Rolls-Royce man takes helm of Australia's ASC
Australian minister calls for 'mutual respect' between government and industry
Sweden announces dates for AWV contest re-run
Report urges greater Indian government support for SMEs
Briefing: Oil costs fuel Australian energy-saving initiatives
Metal Storm holds out hope for lifeline payment despite previous delays
QinetiQ appoints former judge to oversee post-Nimrod investigation
Jordan's KADDB signs production deals western companies
'Tiny' cuts cause massive funding gaps, warns leading UK executive
Indonesia compiles inventory to aid defence industry revitalisation
Indian industry body repeats call for raising of FDI limit
Dubai Air Show: AgustaWestland latest to announce UAE joint venture
DSCA announces possible sales to Singapore and Kuwait
Quickstep moves to seal JSF accord with Marand
VT Group has UK Defence Support Group in its sights
Lockheed Martin shuffles Electronic Systems following programme cuts
Atlas extends global reach with establishment of Finnish subsidiary
India puts EADS/L&T venture on hold once more
Chinese JV marks latest dual-use technology project
Safran creates two joint ventures in UAE
French may throw lifeline to Polish naval yard
Metal Storm bailout stalls again
India, Australia agree to strengthen joint security co-operation
A400M fallout continues in South Africa
Russian Technology Corporation may become a joint-stock company in 2010
Potential sale of Hellenic Shipyards attracting interest, says TKMS
Tata, Sikorsky propose manufacturing joint venture
Australia's DMO commits to performance revolution
Indian Army issues RfI for armoured vehicles
US trade mission arrives in India
India holds firm on industry blacklist
Atlas Elektronik to provide sactom support for German Navy
Boeing to assess Falck Schmidt fuel cell products
SAIC announces executive appointments
Indian procurement policy update could provide 'tremendous opportunity'
Hungarian offset company eyes Raytheon missile upgrade market
BAE forms team for US Navy development bid
UK MoD may write off 'tens of millions of pounds' due to inefficiencies in expenses
Philippines approves 13% defence budget rise
India and Japan agree to step up defence co-operation
Iridium seeks funding for future growth
Boeing submits SDB II contract proposal to US Air Force
Thales 'on course' to increase DCNS stake
Northrop Grumman bids for US Navy jammer work
Finmeccanica signs wide-ranging MoU with Kazakhstan
MBDA bids to demilitarise UK and France's MLRS
Australia and US update submarine co-operation agreement
Raytheon appoints new head of ISS unit
DCNS to expand business in Asia Pacific
BAE Systems appoints new Land & Armaments president
Textron Systems announces new chief financial officer
QinetiQ North America appoints senior vice-president
Shaanxi Baoji eyes export opportunities for ZFB05 APC
ManTech appoints new vice-president for Business Development
Israel's IMI signs technology transfer agreement with Thailand
Ruag warns 2,000 jobs may be lost through Swiss export ban
Doosan DST seeks funds to boost expansion
Malaysian ASDIC proposal receives approval
USAF issues light-attack/trainer aircraft RfI for Afghanistan
Germany's Rheinmetall and MAN set to create joint venture
Australia launches design study for Future Submarine Project
FN Manufacturing challenges Colt Defense M240B contract
Safran makes five new appointments
Boeing announces job losses on its CAPPS programme
India's new defence procurement procedures come into play
AVIC posts strong growth for first three quarters of FY09
Cambodia to raise FY10 defence budget by 23%
Textron vice-president to retire
BAE Systems acknowledges 'failings' in Nimrod safety review
Boeing to cut 98 more jobs in missile defence unit
BAE Systems to cut another 167 jobs at Newcastle site
Marshall's reorganisation boosts Land Systems unit
Australia urged to pursue fuel options
Indian MoD further clarifies procurement policy
Brazil/US defence accord on the cards, says minister
SANDF welcomes latest budget figures
Prospects fade for quick resolution of DCNS/Navantia dispute
EADS and ESRI sign on asymmetric warfare project
Sweden must re-run its AWV contest, court rules
Prospects fade for quiet resolution of DCNS/Navantia dispute
Nimrod loss caused by MoD and RAF 'incompetence', say independent review
QinetiQ's CEO stands down as former De La Rue head takes charge
Australian policy revision to highlight 'new approach' to procurement
Obama signs off FY10 defence authorisation act
Japanese-US talks target missile defence co-operation
Ecuador to pursue defence accords during Russian visit
US Foreign Military Sales reach a new record
KKR poised to take over Northrop Grumman advisory unit
US aid funds Indonesian C-130H transport upgrade
India's new procurement policy falls short of expectations
Schiebel breaks into US market with Camcopter deal
Russia eyes possible joint ventures with Vietnam
BAE Systems appoints Hudson to head US operations
Accord seeks to further Pakistani-Turkish defence collaboration
Russian United Aircraft Corporation finally absorbs MiG
Australia issues RfT for new air defence target system
India defers foreign investment decision amid 'confusion'
Harris opens new operation in UAE
Atlas Elektronik establishes subsidiary in South Korea
US considers purchase of South Korean systems
UK minister: defence competition contract 'not always good thing'
Metal Storm secures lifeline through deal with AFHL
EADS appoints new CEO of US subsidiary
Hägglunds AMV appeal decision due by mid-November
Malaysia fails to win Indonesian support for regional industry group
Australia accelerates network-centric development under RPDE
Pakistan presses US again for funds payments
Proposed Sino-Pakistani venture focuses on defence investment
Indonesia plans to launch indigenous surveillance UAV
Japan delays implementation of key defence policies
Northrop Grumman appoints new head of Naval & Marine Systems
UK procurement report identifies 'toxic' incentives as root of delays
ThyssenKrupp agrees shipbuilding venture with Abu Dhabi MAR
India moves to revise procurement procedures
AVIC chief calls for Sino-Russian collaboration on aviation
India and Russia pave the way for defence collaboration
Greek submarine contract collapse strains Hellenic Shipyards
France plans sale of Syracuse 3
UK DE&S should be part-privatised, says Gray report
South Korea opens centre to boost defence exports
Boeing Defence Australia links up with RFS to market modernised high-frequency communications system
BAE Systems warns investors of possible troubles on the horizon
French shipyards to begin Mistral talks with Russia
Romania's Ministry of Economy becomes responsible for Avioane Craiova
Elbit/General Dynamics JV has four US unmanned aerial system contacts in sights
Japanese government reviews previous administration's defence budget
Oshkosh proposes M-ATV to meet Australian protected mobility vehicle requirement
Saab partners with Ultra on VTOL UAS development
Germany's Rheinmetall and MAN consider vehicles joint venture
Thales bids for New Zealand logistics support contract
Pakistan seeks expanded defence production with China
Sagem appoints Mazzanti to head Avionics
South Korea targets increased regional exports with Philippines offer
Relaxation of airspace rules set to fuel Chinese helicopter demands
India and Russia to finalise extension of industry accord
GAO praises MRAP acquisition programme
Singapore-French alliance to develop nanotechnologies research lab
Malaysia to procure replacement for landing craft wrecked by fire
Sri Lankan parliament approves additional funds for FY09 budget
Pakistan seeks greater industrial collaboration with Ukraine
EADS remains silent over Nexter legal proceedings reports
Slovakia offers tanks and armoured vehicles to Indonesia
Malaysia to propose regional initiative to cut procurement costs
South Korea fighter proposal submitted despite investigation
BVT Surface Fleet to become BAE Systems Surface Ships
AM General names Thorp as vice-president of Communications and Government Operations
Saab confirms South Korean probe
Disaster relief and border security drive Indonesia's ship procurements
UK trade agency opens its doors in Bangalore
ASD appoints Finmeccanica chief as new president
Kamaz resumes production after a six-day hiatus
FLIR and Sofradir collaborate on dual-band military camera
Transfer of Indonesian defence companies to state to complete this month
Indian delegation seeks market opportunities in Vietnam
Sikorsky announces new Global Helicopters chief
Singapore steps up cyber-security
Australia expects US to ratify defence trade treaty by end of year
R&D funding dearth key to 'meagre' Indian exports
Obama says additional C-17s are not needed
France cuts budget but still sees long-term growth
Force Protection announces job cuts as part of cost-reduction package
BAE Systems may face prosecution by UK Serious Fraud Office
Pakistan Navy closes in on Type 214 deal
Vietnamese modernisation policy appears to point to offsets
Wipro to open development centre in Australia
Spain proposes 6.2% cut to 2010 defence budget
Taiwan urges faster US procurement decisions under FMS
Russia proposes joint helicopter projects with India
Sweden's procurement agency urges court to reject BAE's AWV appeal
Airbus extends R&D collaboration with China's AVIC
Howarth to head QinetiQ's Managed Services
General Dynamics appoints Cannon as senior vice-president
South Korea curtails proposed defence budget increase
Australia to press US for treaty ratification this week
ST Engineering dissolves Australian software subsidiary
Quebec industry is latest to benefit from Canada's Chinook order
Israeli-Korean team win radar development contract for Golden Eagle
Tatra, Navistar agree to jointly develop and produce Class 8 vehicles
Bankruptcy fear for AK-47 producer
Joint development deals extend Safran, AVIC partnership
China's AVIC subsidiary looks to acquire foreign aircraft manufacturer
Thailand approves $320m defence package
South Korea's DAPA funds high-tech research centres
OSI Geospatial CFO resigns after five months
Russia bullish on spending outlook
China: 'quantum leap' for PLA modernisation?
Boeing selects new president of Global Services & Support
Australia's FFG upgrade programme nears completion
ST Engineering dissolves another subsidiary
Russian-Indian titanium joint venture ends in split
GE Homeland Protection becomes Morpho Detection
Seoul introduces 40% FDI option under offset revolution
Poland mulls 2010 defence budget
Turkey wins long-running MBDA dispute
Sugar retires as Northrop Grumman CEO, Bush takes helm
UK defence trade groups unite to create new organisation
SBAC chief warns of unprecedented challenges facing SMEs
Raytheon Australia provides domestic opening to global supply chain
Manila proposes double-digit budget rise
UK MoD contemplates defence programme cuts
Australia puts controls in place to keep defence savings on track
Vietnam seeks to transform academy into R&D centre
Taiwan looks to increase offset ratio and threshold
BAE Systems plans more than 1,000 UK job cuts as aircraft work declines
Hongdu Aviation receives Nadcap accreditation
UK industry officials visit India to increase defence trade
BAE Systems attacks US Army's multibillion Oshkosh FMTV contract decision
Australia's Ai Group urges more help for SMEs
DCNS and Navantia close to resolving long-running dispute
Russia 'ready' to supply Venezuela with up to 100 tanks
Terma, Lockheed Martin sign MoU linked to Danish helo requirement
US Army's Rock Island Arsenal, BAE Systems agree composite armour deal
Northrop Grumman to work with SELEX on CIRCM pitch
India launches JV to attract foreign investment
DSEi: FLIR to develop low-cost electro-optics for defence applications
Boeing and Danish Damco sign supply chain solutions MoU
Atkins chairman to retire in January 2010
BAE Systems starts to appoint advisory board for 'seventh home market'
India's BEML sees Indonesia as base for regional expansion
DSEi: Kongsberg licenses weapons station production to Thales UK
Pakistan closes in on defence deals with Vietnam and Kenya
India shows continued caution over foreign investment
Indonesian air crash prompts replacement calls
BAE Systems protests FMTV award to Oshkosh
Indonesia seeks credit for submarine buy
Doosan takes K21 fighting vehicles into export market
India moves slowly to resolve trade suspensions
MBDA Inc appoints new VP for government relations
Getac Technology and The Handheld Group team up for rugged computers
BAE Systems concludes IFV offset commitment to Denmark
Indian government could approve more foreign investment proposals
Honeywell Aerospace names new president and chief executive
Norway sells national pension fund investment in Elbit Systems
MBDA Inc appoints new vice-president for business development
India urges armed forces to work with IT sector
Economic downturn forces Malaysia to cut down 2010 defence budget
India Rizing Fund not rising yet
Jankel teams with Chrysler for Jeep J8
FLIR claims victory in Raytheon case
Russia and Saudi Arabia hold talks on arms deals
Patria suspends AMV production for Slovenia
PZL Mielec starts final assembly of S-70i Black Hawk
General Dynamics completes Axsys acquisition
Pakistan presses US for aid payment
South Korea unveils IT/industry merging plan
India delays EADS/Larsen Toubro JV again
Oman plans to buy catamaran survey vessel from US
QinetiQ confirms it is still firmly in the maritime market
Rheinmetall rebrands Oerlikon Contraves Deutschland
Textron appoints new vice-president for Overwatch unit
Nexter head opposes Panhard acquisition, say union sources
Australia launches defence innovation centre for SMEs
Palmer takes key role at Cubic Defense Applications
Hindustan to become India's fourth naval shipyard
Aero Vodochody has new man at the top
USAF poised to restart KC-X tanker competition
UK defence industry calls for greater recognition
Boeing signs co-operation accord with Poland's WB Electronics
Japan's new government likely to abandon defence budget increase
Boeing announces new chief for Integrated Defence Systems
Saab wins contract to deliver camouflage net systems to US DoD
UK BIS consults on QinetiQ underwater systems sale
ATK signs propellant technologies accord with Rheinmetall Nitrochemie
BAE Systems digests implications of FMTV loss
Textron announces two executive appointments
Russia plans to buy French Mistrals
Indian Army receives first 10 T-90 MBTs
FRES Scout decision to come during first quarter of 2010
Nexter may have cooled on Panhard buy
Sukhoi secures 64-aircraft deal at MAKS
AgustaWestland details strategic plans for PZL Swidnik
Camber increases intelligence with acquisition of i2S
Australia gives green light for new pilot training system
UK MoD denies suppressing critical procurement report
Bharat Electronics sees joint ventures as the way forward
Sweden rejects latest appeal submission from BAE Hägglunds
Russian government increases stake in UAC
KBR announces formation of new business group
Russia announces reduced budget request for 2010
Indian defence minister calls for support from private industry
Brunei shortlists Northrop Grumman for operations centre contract
Seer joins forces with Global Security Capital Group
Czech MoD sells off airbase without tender
Putin blames credit crunch for failure of UAC debt repayment
Russia keen to boost spare parts exports
UK committee backs government's China embargo
General Electric and Fanuc to dissolve joint venture
Boeing disagrees with US Department of Justice KC-10 claims
BAE Systems to cut 314 jobs at its Minneapolis site
Lockheed Martin Space Systems to lose 800 jobs
Terma signs Joint Strike Fighter programme accord
BAE prepares to make job cuts due to FCS contract cancellations
India defers India Rizing decision
India defers decision on EADS/L&T joint venture
Boeing settles allegations of defective work on KC-10s
GDUK selected for next stage of Brunei JOC competition
Pakistan and Brunei plan increased industrial collaboration
Indian economic zone seeks big players
Lockheed Martin UK makes senior Insys appointment
XAIC/Goodrich JVs to produce components for Chinese airliners
Boeing offers $1.5bn F/A-18E/F offset package to Brazil
LOM privatisation decision on hold until after Czech election
Qatar Holdings looks to take PT Dirgantara stake
Textron merges Overwatch Geospatial and Tactical Operations companies
Further study needed before nuclear commitment, US Navy told
Boeing and Schiebel sign Camcopter teaming agreement
Australian-French co-operation accord enters into force
New chief of Lockheed Martin India named
Minister urges Indian private sector to increase defence involvement
China: defence companies must get 'bigger and stronger'
Viola agrees minority stake in UAV producer
UK MoD outlines UAV requirements to industrial organisations
Singapore Technologies Engineering announces management changes
South Korea plans new holding companies for KAI and DSME
Indian procurement plan to be released by October
Larsen & Toubro commits to naval production at new facility
Cobham announces new chief executive
US seeks treaty ratification with Australia and UK
Hongdu Aviation plans $366m share placement and acquisition
China's AVIC travels world for executives
EADS sets up subsidiary in Japan with eye on wider region
UAE seeks Hellfire missiles from Washington
DSCA reports potential AMRAAM sale to Jordan
Report recommends easing of Japanese export restrictions
Plan to resume public listing of Pipavav Shipyard resurfaces
GKN appoints ex-BAE Systems CEO to non-executive role
Lockheed Martin appoints chief executive for UAE business
ITT teams with Australian SMEs to pursue AWD work
Minister details Indian defence export earnings
Indonesia FY10 defence budget up 21%
Nalanda ordnance factory delayed by Indian procurement inquiry
AVIC announces construction of engine manufacturing facility
Tata and IAI formally establish high-tech joint venture
Textron launches laser-technology business
Taiwan cuts defence spend for second year
New chairman appointed for Giat Industries and Nexter Systems
US House of Representatives passes defence bill and calls for end to F-22 funding
Alenia Aeronautica pulls out of Avioane Craiova takeover talks
Lockheed Martin discusses Hercules sale with India
Hanwha Corp to send rocket systems to Jordan and Libya
Metal Storm secures short-term future with extension of notes security
South Korea has high export hopes for new helicopter
Pentagon warns services to assume zero budget growth
Briefing: Defence provides stability but half-year results reflect changing priorities
Cobham to create US 'avionics centre of excellence'
South Korea plans $3.9 bn high-speed military communications network
Australia to match industrial capabilities with modernisation needs
Ascent Flight Training appoints new managing director
Textron announces two senior appointments
Indonesia gives defence industry dividend reprieve to focus on technology
South Korea looks abroad for help with developing next-generation fighter
South Korea may cancel order for second-hand Apaches from US
Europe's industry commissioner hails consolidation as cure for current ills
Rolls Royce announces plans for four new factories
French regulator provisionally clears Lagardère and Daimler in EADS probe
Minister's comments raise questions on Indian procurement allocation
European partners throw A400M another lifeline
BVT and ADSB form naval support joint venture
ATK warns it may lay off up to 450 employees
Fincantieri and ABB create joint venture for marine systems
Primes promote India-US EUMA agreement
Senate votes to eliminate Raptor funding
India to spend $8.4bn on defence procurement during FY09-10
Indonesian government asked to increase defence budget following bomb attacks in Jakarta
PPP likely route for Indian future infantry programme
Terms of business agreement stabilises UK warship building
Navantia sinks back into the red in 2008
US lawmakers push for split in KC-X tanker purchase
BAE Systems explores market opportunities with Lignol
Fitch Ratings upgrades Finmeccanica's investment grade due to its presence in defence industry
AVIC plans bond issue to raise funds for expansion
Australia to open a defence industry 'innovation centre' for SMEs
HHI continues talks with Lockheed Martin on joint destroyer construction
RTAF plan to upgrade current and ageing fleets
Thales sets up local support facility for Saudi radars
RUAG to cut more jobs and move out of civil aero-engine structure manufacturing
US Army gives Boeing's FCS manned ground vehicle development a partial termination order
India issues RfP to Eurojet for Light Combat Aircraft engine
India finally signs end-use accord with US
India approves foreign investment in Verdant antenna venture
UN freezes assets of North Korean defence ventures
India and US poised to conclude end-use monitoring agreement
Indian MoD says 'no decisions have been made' on Indian-France SR-SAM project
Boeing to shed 250 jobs as GMD cuts bite
Cubic Defense Applications appoints new senior vice-president
UK Treasury rejects claims that defence is a 'low priority'
UK Treasury reaffirms priority of defence spending
US aerospace association warns of struggle to meet future DoD needs
US government investigates Cobham subsidiary
CAE renames Indian subsidiary as part of expansion strategy
Committee to investigate DRDO review, says Indian government
Indonesia and Turkey to work together on anti-submarine warfare aircraft
Indian MoD considers raising limit on foreign direct investment
India faces struggle to reach offset target
ATK sets sights on international market
Boeing to cut 1,000 jobs in defence unit
Kuwait takes shopping list to United States
Change at the top for Lockheed Martin India
Taiwan approves defence R&D budget
Australia uses MAGIC in development of autonomous army robots
Talks extended as Alenia considers new valuation for Avioane
End of year will yield 'better' acquisition opportunities for VT Group
India confirms annual review of defence procurement practices
South Korea and Sweden sign defence industry accord
AVIC 'thinks globally' with commitment to international technical standards
Indian MoD details procurement allocation
UK revokes 'several' arms exports to Israel following Gaza operation
Thales Australia invites smaller companies to help develop future Bushmasters
Indonesian president promises increased defence budget
Malaysia seeks tech transfers and joint ventures
ManTech unveils cyber solutions subsidiary for acquisitions push
India claims progress in defence industry overhaul
South Korean ministry seeks 2010 budget increase
Indian MoD seeks guidance on dealing with suspended firms
Malaysia aims for united Southeast Asian industrial base
Finmeccanica-sovereign wealth fund deal 'cannot be discounted'
SBAC welcomes the UK Government's announcement of Strategic Defence Review for next parliament
US discourages IAI collaboration on Gripen
Finmeccanica denies rumours of Libyan Investment Fund negotiations
Algeria prepares to accept first Kilo
Metal Storm raises funds through share purchase plan
India confirms 34 per cent defence budget increase
UK MoD places exacting demands on LPPV contenders
ASD warns on Europe's reluctance to invest in defence
US DoD appoints new head of DARPA
Europe's aerospace and defence industries 'held their own' in 2008, says ASD chief
BAE Systems appoints integrated cyber-warfare executive
EADS to license technology to aerospace and civilian sectors
India's finance ministry urges increase in FDI limit
South Korea to boost R&D budget
Land Rover to offer updated Defender to Indian Army
UK parliamentary report questions high Iraq expenditure forecast
EDA launches European offsets code
UK rules out imminent revision of Defence Industrial Strategy
Larsen & Toubro pumps profits from cement company sale into defence
BMT Group appoints new defence sector director
BAE plans to appeal Swedish AWV decision, axes Hägglunds jobs
ST Kinetics expresses disappointment over continued Indian suspension
Australian government reveals priority industry capabilities in response to criticism
Australian DoD and Raytheon sign agreement to identify industry potential in US
UK must cut investment to tackle 'black hole' in budget, report says
DCNS aims to capture quarter of French support services market
Romania extends deadline for Alenia's Avioane Craiova takeover negotiations
Saab acquires remaining share of TietoSaab joint venture
Australian industry leader calls on government to reveal priority capabilities
Indonesian legislators refuse purchase of UAVs from Israel
Dassault and Ruag sign contract for continued aerostructures collaboration
ASC cuts submarine support jobs
US to consider sale of F-16s to Taiwan, says diplomat
Malaysia seeks defence industry collaboration with neighbours
EADS CASA offers C-295 to Brazil
DCNS and Veolia Environnement create Base Services joint venture
Northrop Grumman: Scarpella appointed as vice president of the F/A-18 programme
Clock is ticking on UK UOR spending
UK MoD vehicle policy could affect UK investment
Australian White Paper 'lacks transparency'
Embraer confirms talks with Denel Saab on KC-390
HAL appoints managing director for helicopter operations
Uhde GmbH appoints Thiemann as board Chairman
Northrop Grumman team submits proposal for USAF GPS programme
BAE Systems buys rights to Iguana light armoured vehicle
Multibillion loan package buoys Chinese naval sector
Minister defends Australia's long-term investment model
Taiwan's AIDC eyes Chinese market
'Over-optimism' of UK's Type 45 destroyer procurement process slammed
Globalisation of supply chains increasing, says senior defence analyst
General Dynamics CEO retires but remains chairman
Havenstein quits BAE to become chief of SAIC
Panhard says 'too early' to comment on sale talk outcome
CAE commits C$274m to transfer military expertise into civilian sector
Indian-US nuclear accord could lead to defence trade surge, says CII
Japan looks to first spending increase in nine years
Russian Helicopters plans a 15% market takeover
US programme eases technology transfer for GE India
Australia tight-lipped on new DCP spending visibility
Indonesia to continue its defence acquisiton plans with foreign credit loans
South Korea to buy up to three auxiliary ships
US House Armed Services Committee votes for 12 more F-22s
Acquisition & collaboration strategy will enlarge IAI's European footprint
Indian MoD stresses that procurement inquiry has no 'time limit'
ANAO attributes failure of Seasprite project to inadequate management
Paris Air Show: MBDA prepares for renewed push in US market
Safran looks to form UAV partnerships
Malaysia raises offset threshold to boost exports
Krauss-Maffei Wegmann completes consolidation of GLS
Chile requests US defence package to establish new battalion
AAR forms joint venture for defence sector push
India commits to more frequent reviews of procurement policy
Paris Air Show: Aero Vodochody doubles earnings and commits to expansion
Elbit steps in with loan for competitor Mikal Group
Paris Air Show: Dassault forecasts 'bright' year for defence business despite economic conditions
Paris Air Show: Finmeccanica bullish about US expansion
Paris Air Show: Eurocopter and ATE join forces to create SAWS
BAE Systems starts Typhoon deliveries to Saudi Arabia
Abu Dhabi's Mubadala to build commercial composite plant
UK industry is prepared to pay cost of ethical standards
Mahindra & Mahindra plans to transfer land defence business
Pakistan commits to 15.8% budget increase
Mistral signs MoU with Eurocopter to act as 'technology partner'
A400M partners clash over talks extension
Paris Air Show: Dassault remains confident of Rafale exports
UN likely to impose more sanctions on North Korea
Bangladesh increases FY09-10 defence budget
Spanish defence exports remained static in 2008
Raytheon submits KillerBee for STUAS Tier II requirement
UK industry welcomes Drayson's return to government
BAE explores forming team for Nimrod R.1 replacement
UK defence associations approve merger
US urged to approve Taiwan's purchase of 66 F-16C/D Block 52 multirole fighters
Insitu opens affiliate in Australia to strengthen regional presence
Indonesia reaches agreement with Malaysia on development of industry strategy
UK was world's number two defence exporter in 2008
China becomes world's second biggest spender on defence
Boeing elects Calhoun to board
UK industry welcomes Drayson's return to government
South Korea's DAPA to raise level of defence offsets by 20%
Indonesia can afford to raise defence spending, says analyst
Indian MoD 'blacklists' seven companies
South Korean export talks with Philippines limited by small defence budget
A400M cancellation would damage UK aerospace industry, warns SBAC chief
Japan sets its heart on F-22s, despite proposed end to production
AVIC sees Middle East as potential market for Falcon trainer
Indonesia considers $1 billion increase in military spending
Combet appointed new Australian Minister for Defence Personnel, Materiel and Science
Non-defence indirect offsets 'may pose problems in European law'
Boeing appoints Mounir as vice-president of Latin American and African Sales
US export controls 'still have weaknesses'
Indonesia plans inter-departmental committee to draw up military procurement plan
Three men jailed in London for arms trafficking to Iran
Boeing signs accord with Dutch and Danish air training schools
Vietnam begins talks on Indonesian equipment purchases
Australian defence minister resigns over code breach
TATA sets up helicopter manufacturing facility in Hyderabad
Private equity firms renew interest in defence and intelligence markets
Boeing and General Dynamics to appeal against US court decision on A-12 programme
Harris Corporation cuts over 100 jobs in Florida
Australian DoD targets USD16bn cost savings to meet procurement needs
Doosan to create new holding companies for defence interests
US Navy to terminate VH-71 Presidential Helicopter programme contract
Saab to lay off 370 redundancies in Bofors Dynamics unit
UK issues UOR for armour-piercing ammunition
Northrop Grumman opens centre for gyrocompass support for Royal Navy vessels
US offers increased counter-insurgency support to Philippines
Malaysia launches regional export drive
OSI Geospatial Inc elects Chowaniec to board
ST Engineering announces dissolution of two more inactive subsidiaries
Indonesian defence budget to be raised by $100 m, says ministry
Indian companies continue to plan for growth
New Zealand increases defence budget
Italy urges US to retain VH-71 presidential helicopter programme
Boeing invests $25 million in Canada
Canada to maintain embargo against Pakistan
MiG Corporation set to merge into UAC by 3Q09
Denel optimistic about profitability despite loss in 2008-09
Indian defence minister warns of tough action on contract malpractices
L-3 prepares to appeal against court decision
US ONR signs companies to support InTop programme
Spain issues RfI for new armoured vehicles
Alenia to start final Avioane Craiova takeover talks
'Speedy' procurement a priority for second-term Indian defence minister
Malaysian minister urges Islamic loans to fund naval upgrade
Obama signs US Weapons Systems Acquisition Reform Act
Indra and Cisco to collaborate on defence and security technology
Soneticom acquisition bolsters Finmeccanica's US market position
Economic pressures put Thai army procurements in doubt
China's AVIC continues talks with Iran on potential $5bn deal
US business reaches 'critical mass'
JSF programme 'extremely risky', says GAO report
Czech government considers major budget cuts
Spotlight falls on Indonesian budget in light of C-130 crash
Spain announces further budget reductions
Union says UK government's 'lack of clarity' to blame for BAE job cuts and closures
UK MoD criticised for lack of leadership on partnering
Dassault increases its stake in Thales with Alcatel-Lucent share acquisition
Self-reliance drives recent Vietnamese acquisitions, says regional expert
Pakistan urges Canada to revoke its arms embargo
Dirgantara Indonesia prepares for possible CN-235 talks with Qatar
Force Protection to open vehicle support centre in Kuwait
Bental announces UAV partnership with 3W International
Boeing teams with Denmark's Systematic on BMD market opportunities
Vietnam plans legislative impetus for high-tech sector
PT Dahana details timeline for new ammonium nitrate plant
Gates seeks Congressional endorsement for Pakistani counter-insurgency funding
Thales confirms Vigneron's appointment as CEO
French industry buoyant over Rafale export prospects
QinetiQ employees hold ballot on industrial action
MTU Aero Engines sells US manufacturing unit to EDAC Technologies
DCNS and Malaysia's BHIC Defence Technologies to form Scorpene support JV
Sri Lanka orders Russian helicopters in preparation for post-conflict era
Briefing: defeat of left bodes well for investment in India
ST Aerospace acquires Precision Products
Nexter CEO wins French government backing to head Thales
General Dynamics and Elbit launch UAV joint venture
OSI and Raytheon join to pursue soldier modernisation market
Russia tightens grip on Vietnamese market
Metal Storm in sights of investors
MoD needs 'greater realism' says parliamentary report
UK government commits to Typhoon Tranche 3
US military funding 'critical' to modernisation effort, says Philippines foreign ministry
Indonesian government faces calls to increase local procurement
Vectra and Kamaz look to Russo-Indian trucks JV
VT Group will look to US and UK for acquisitions
Amur shipyard returns to state control
DCNS and Singapore Technologies Marine plan frigate-support JV
Eurocopter Malaysia poised for MRO joint venture
'Peaks and troughs' set to continue in Australian shipbuilding
Australia follows White Paper with $21bn defence budget
ST Engineering and Kockums to pursue joint venture
Seoul proposes delays to air force and navy programmes
Thai budget cuts threaten second Gripen procurement phase
Indonesia to look increasingly to China for defence materiel
US spending proposals dubbed 'reform budget' by Pentagon finance chief
BAE Systems Australia welcomes reform plans
Honeywell opens second R&D centre in India
Thailand prepares for defence budget cuts
South Korea plans to cut modernisation budget
ASC announces CEO's resignation
Boeing and Fincantieri team in bid for US hovercraft programme
North Korea claims UN is 'suffocating' its defence industry
Pakistan signs six technology-transfer agreements
South Korean air force plans munitions upgrade for F-16
BEL and Thales move closer to radar joint venture
US defence contractors will be 'duelling to the death', consultancy predicts
EADS plans joint venture with Larsen & Toubro
Australia signs P-8A aircraft accord with US Navy
Australian industry welcomes procurement plans
Australia should find procurement plan 'comfortably affordable'
Australia announces USD51 billion 20-year spending plan
Thales prepares to pay EUR130 million more for Alcatel stake
Harris Corporation acknowledges takeover target status
BAE Systems to close three UK sites and cut 500 more jobs
South Korea seeks early warning radars for air force
Indonesia prepares to issue submarine requests for proposals
Finmeccanica signs MoU with Elettronica and Havelsan
IDEF 2009: Havelsan and Raytheon begin Genesis marketing partnership
Philippines uncertain of funding counter-insurgency measures
Taneja Aerospace plans aviation joint venture with state-owned TIDCO
EADS could face A400M penalties even if programme survives
India's MELSS seeks foreign partners
Textron sale 'would be difficult without US partner', says analyst
Russia sets aside $64 million for MTA joint venture with India
UK chancellor cuts defence budget
Pakistani government calls for intensified R&D effort from NRTC
Taiwan president urges US to increase equipment support
UK chancellor cuts defence budget
A400M nations sign 'standstill contract'
Czech MoD seeks four ex-USMC Hercules transports
Gates opposed to split deal for US tanker replacement
Russia pledges to deliver Admiral Gorshkov to India in 2012
IAI and Synergy join forces for Brazilian JV
Lockheed Martin and Harris agree video analysis deal
India's private defence sector will not be affected by economic downturn, says industry body
India continues to buy Russian aircraft - for now
New Zealand launches comprehensive defence review
France dissuades UK from leaving A400M talks
ATK appoints new Vice President of Strategy and Business Development
Austal stays optimistic as US confirms commitment to LCS
Dalian shipbuilding group promotes growth plan
Indonesia seeks French assistance in development of state-owned defence industries
Saab looks to security opportunities after first loss in a decade
Penta clarifies position on GA Aero
Morgan Crucible sheds 10 per cent of workforce
Mahindra to establish separate land and naval companies
Can STORM40 improve fortunes of Metal Storm?
ADS looks to broaden client base
Harris Corporation opens new geospatial services office
Australia must raise spending to counter rise of China
China arms embargoes have 'lost potency'
Rheinmetall and BAE team up for German radar project
QinetiQ employees may vote on industrial action
Safran strengthens US presence with acquisition of Motorola's biometrics unit
ASSOCHAM repeats call for greater role for Indian private sector
Daimler nominates finance chief to become next EADS chairman
US defence budget raises questions
Aerojet appoints chief information officer
OSI Geospatial appoints latest board member
Further loan props up Indonesian shipbuilder
South Korea 'cannot confirm or deny' budget cut reports
Finmeccanica and Russian companies join forces for security sector work
Force Protection names new executive vice president
Gates pushes for 2 per cent real growth in US budget
Indonesian aviation specialist seeks further loans to ensure stability
ST Engineering continues pursuit of M&A activity despite 'challenging' climate
Boeing and Systematic sign accord on co-operation
Aero Vodochody looks to European expansion
IMI and India's OFB tie up to develop gun propulsion system
Australia and US continue to pursue defence trade accord
US defence stocks surged on Gates' budget proposal
Civilian ships could use UASs to warn of pirates, says Schiebel
Pakistan hopes to receive boost to military aid funding
Indian state shipbuilder looks to imminent tie-up with DCNS
Chinese premier urges defence industry to utilise state funding
BHEL eyes defence as next area for growth
ATK Armament sees wider opportunities with Eagle Industries aquisition
Northrop Grumman reaches settlement with US government
Economic pressures will not affect New Zealand procurements, defence ministry says
French defence aerospace export sales plunge to lowest level in decade
Eurocopter targets Japan with Euroheli stake
China and Indonesia extend joint technology development
Korea Aerospace likely to be offered to foreign investors
Boeing boosts Indian presence with research centre
Australia acknowledges 'hollowness' of defence capabilities
Newby to lead Northrop Grumman's weapons and sensors programmes
Nayak takes over as HAL chairman
US cost overruns on major programmes 'staggering', says GAO
UK defence committee highlights MoD's financial 'failings'
Indian opposition indicates support for defence FDI liberalisation
Australia remains on track for White Paper delivery despite 'massive upheaval'
DE&S chief urges industry to be 'realistic'
HAL announces new avionics and subsystems R&D centre
US must reassess export controls with regard to China
Sikorsky settles Black Hawk dispute with US government
Multibillion-dollar consolidation and expansion of China's defence industry begins
ECJ damns Italy for grip on Finmeccanica
Nammo expands in North America by setting up Canadian subsidiary
DCNS Indian operation launched as step to overseas growth
Czech industrial consolidation gathers pace
US reaffirms legal support for Taiwanese self-defence
India calls on US to relax dual-use technology ban
Obama warns that defence procurement cuts will be tough
Bribery Bill welcomed by UK defence industry
China's AVIC secures further credit for expansion
Indonesian officials arrive in South Korea to discuss potential sales
French MoD proposes sale of second-hand equipment to Estonia
Russia reduces export control list
BAE and Thales sign submarine PPA
DMA and SBAC industry merger progresses to second stage
Pakistan reviews military modernisation plan
Australian government renews pledge to maintain defence budget growth
Malaysian MoD reveals 2008 fighter aircraft spending
CAE and HAL make progress on helicopter training JV in India
Indonesia declines Qatar's Mirage offer
Chinese shipbuilding to benefit under industry stimulus package
South Korea mulls purchase of Hercules aircraft
Australian Treasury unable to confirm defence spending rise against downturn
Abbot joins Lockheed Martin UK's senior management
Safran names chiefs for enlarged Snecma
Dassault looks to Rafale export to save jobs
US reaffirms commitment to Taiwan
KAI hopes to export T-50 Golden Eagle to Iraq
AVIC eyes export opportunities in Middle East
Terma to win regardless of Danish fighter choice
US weapons systems portfolio faces 'tough decisions'
Australia to bring new domestic players on to procurement panel
South Korea seeks more contenders for frigate programme
Mahindra to develop indigenous vehicle production for India
Safran keeps its eyes on SNPE military and space propellant interests
Banks begin pumping billions into Russian defence sector
AVIC to develop electric and hybrid vehicles
India 'must reform tax system' to allow growth of MRO sector
Safran may have to buy whole of SNPE, reports French newspaper
GE Security and Wipro Infotech join forces in India
Telephonics to build combined support centre for airport and coastguard in North Carolina
US Government Accountability Office raises JSF concerns
PT Dirgantara Indonesia eyes aircraft export opportunities in light of agreement with ATK
DSM Dyneema reaches settlement over technology patent infringement
$3bn could be cut from US 2010 procurement budget
BAE Systems Australia commits to new facility for Seahawk support contract
Co-operation agreement furthers Russian defence industry consolidation
Herley prepares to solicit offers for sale?
Sino-Russian helicopter deal imminent, says senior official
Finmeccanica looks toward Middle East with DRS
Boeing and rivals position for Greek fighter contest
Australian aerospace companies set to benefit from extended DoD-Boeing agreement
A400M launch contract cancellation would cost EUR5.7 billion, says EADS
South Korea signs MoU with Indonesia to develop fighter aircraft technology
Australian DoD fast-tracks indigenous military technology projects
Test facility signals further expansion of Metal Storm's US operations
UK MoD seeks an additional GBP1.29 bn in supplemental funding
Delay in approval leaves Thales-Indian JV on hold
Defence minister urges Australian industry reform to prevent project delays
General Dynamics appoints new vice presidents
India's M&M in shipbuilding JV talks with foreign firms
Chinese aircraft carrier plans 'very necessary', says senior PLAN officer
Philippines Air Force plans additional C-130 procurement
German economic stimulus plan boosts MoD procurement strategy
UK committee urges MoD to learn procurement lessons from Chinook modification
China's defence budget set for continued double-digit growth
Embraer announces substantial workforce cuts
Czechs move on Pandur procurement
South African defence contractors on track to meet offset obligations
Australia and South Korea to enhance defence co-operation
Astra joint venture proposal approved
Indian companies team up to seek offset opportunities
Boeing announces Australian job cuts
China's defence budget set for continued double-digit growth
Russia prepares to offer bankruptcy protection aid to defence industry
Oshkosh names new executive vice president
US software firm to set up Malaysia A&D plant
AVIC to establish three defence aerospace units in Beijing
Australian BAMS withdrawal 'not based on finances', says government source
Future Aircraft Carrier production moved to Glasgow
ASC and Austal disappointed at decision to defer privatisation
South Korea starts JSF research
South Korea hopes to sell military helicopter parts to Boeing
UK MoD disputes Defence Committee report
Gates calls for tight control over US budget details
India unveils scheme to take military technology to commercial markets
BAE eyes industrial base in Japan
Economic woes delay privatisation of ASC
Saab, Tata launch collaborative project in Bangalore
IDEX 2009: Land Rover is back in OUVS race with Renault agreement
Ureña-Raso to take over reins of Airbus Military
China's AVIC seeks senior executives from overseas
US Pakistan development plan underfunded by 73%, says GAO
Defence budget shortfall will lead to cuts, says Ukrainian MoD
Bangladesh to step up procurement?
Russia makes gains in Arab armaments markets
Thales and C4AS launch joint venture
IDEX 2009: US companies to explore UAE opportunities
Thailand agrees to fund second Gripen batch
Australia names chief for Sea 1000 submarine programme
Interview: Darwinism key to survival, says new chief of Lockheed Martin
Garden Reach announces second phase of shipyard expansion
Mahindra to transfer land and naval divisions to separate companies
China's AVIC launches new military aircraft subsidiary
Boeing warns of another C-17 shutdown
DCNS and Saft form partnership for naval technologies
Greece owes Thyssenkrupp EUR600 million, says company
Australia opens defence technology centre
South Korea considers U-turn over foreign direct investment
Lockheed Martin completes Italian offset deal early
South Africa raises defence budget by 15 per cent
UAC takes step towards integration of Ukrainian/Russian aviation industries
'Unspent billions' will diminish Indian budget growth
Russia has $20bn export portfolio, says Rosoboronexport
Estonia cuts defence budget in economic downturn
Australian White Paper process delays procurement projects
India has no plans for indirect offsets but is 'open to suggestions'
Australian DMO seeks to be more businesslike following new appointment
Aero India 2009: European companies take the lead on JVs with India
US economic stimulus plan should include defence sector, urges Northrop Grumman executive
Indian government defends major budget increase
Iraq spends $5 bn on US military equipment and training
Aero India 2009: Israel looks to buy Elbit defensive aids system for commercial aircraft
RUAG Aerospace announces job cuts
Lockheed Martin downplays Indian reluctance to sign US trade agreement
Aero India: AgustaWestland looks to helicopter JV with Tata
Bharat seeks three JVs as it looks to global growth
UK looks to transform maritime industrial enterprise
Boeing joins forces with BEL for Indian consultancy
Aero India 2009: HAL and UAC progress toward future fighter accord
Aero India 2009: EADS prepares to form joint venture with Indian company
Aero India 2009: BEL signs accords with Selex Galileo and Astra
Moscow increases MiG support through additional fighter acquisitions
Senior Russian official predicts continued defence export growth
Aero India 2009: Northrop Grumman negotiates E-2D clearance for India
L-3 makes new executive appointment
Aero India 2009: BEL and Boeing sign MoU to provide consultancy to Indian MoD
BAE Systems negotiates with Indian shipyards over possible partnership
Russian government provides financial support for MiG
Lockheed Martin announces new UK chief executive
Moscow outlines defence spending plans for the next three years
BAE Systems moves into top five of US DoD suppliers for 2008
Lithuania slashes defence budget
Indonesia renews interest in 'Kilo' acquisition
ST Engineering dissolves four US-based subsidiaries
Indian MoD considers further procurement reform to accelerate acquisitions
Boeing makes leadership changes in Australian and Indian operations
Northrop Grumman warns of 'dramatic consequences' of Hawkeye programme cuts
Northrop Grumman appoints Indian partners for radar components production
Indian defence minister urges greater private sector investment in R&D
Rolls-Royce Marine HQ moves from London to Singapore
Lockheed Martin to brief Greek and South Korean officials on JSF
General Dynamics establishes Indian base as bridgehead to expansion
China's CSIC plans to expand operations despite economic downturn
Thai armed forces call on government to back procurement plans
'Buy America' plan raises fears for trade treaty
Procurement processes 'must cut out bureaucracy', says Indian defence minister
Terma A/S announces appointment of chief financial officer
Thailand considers budget rise to offset currency fall
Jordan and Pakistan sign free trade agreement
Metal Storm has high hopes for three-shot grenade launcher
Aero India 2009 will offer companies 'a window of opportunity'
China's AVIC plans joint venture with Airbus
Shipbuilder DSME posts record sales
India links with Israel for Nova joint venture
Raytheon names new VP for Space Systems
IAI appoints three divisional heads
Falletti to head Goodrich Corporation's Engine Components unit
Thales Australia sees European opportunities for Bushmaster
Boeing Australia considers options after US jobs cuts
Oshkosh teams up with TARDEC on UGV project
Saab boosts presence in India with New Delhi office
Malaysian MoD to begin biofuel trial
Seoul may sell KAI stake in privatisation push
Gates calls for major acquisition reform
Boeing highlights industrial participation opportunities in Canada
Czech expert issues wake-up call to European defence industry
VT to pull out of BVT Surface Fleet
StarragHeckert boosts presence in India
South Korea works to increase defence exports
Australia maintains its plan to increase defence spending
Serbian MoD may sell companies to cut costs
EU 'could afford to play greater part in allied defence'
Analysis: Obama will delay 2010 defence budget request
L&T and DRDO plan to join forces to develop technologies
Rockwell Collins makes Government Systems appointment
New director takes charge of Aerojet's contact with US Congress
Defence SMEs will bear brunt of economic crisis, says senior UK industry figure
'E-fect' consortium bids for UK's Future Logistic Information Services programme
Indian defence exports 'woefully meagre', minister says
Indonesia orders surveillance satellite from China
BAE Systems announces Land & Armaments restructure
Singapore announces increased defence budget for FY09
European consolidation 'will not be costless', says Czech MoD
Slovenia penalises Patria for vehicle procurement 'deficiencies'
South Korea and Australia sign co-operation agreement
US Army drives electric vehicles initiative
EDA reveals cross-border deal details
Ultra Electronics appoints new non-executive director
Australia sets up advisory unit to improve procurement programmes
VT Group ponders future of BVT Surface Fleet
Russia starts development on new arms procurement programme
Senior civil servant defends UK MoD procurement record
France wants to equal UK's defence exports
South Korea's DAPA names new chief executive
Pakistan vows to support Sri Lanka 'in all fields' of defence
Force Protection merges vehicle production as it seeks to be 'leaner'
F-22 and F-35 decisions to come early for Obama
India's BEML launches new defence manufacturing facility
BAE's Indian JV 'cornerstone' to long-term goals
Switzerland issues second RfP for fighter replacement bids
The week ahead: Defence Committee hears evidence on UK's Major Projects Report
Russia plans to spend $125bn on defence by 2011, Putin reveals
Pakistan sees economic boost in defence exports
Taiwan cuts budget as relations with China warm
UK MoD counts cost of sterling fluctuations
Boeing delivers 'final offer' to IDS engineers
Vodochody Airport becomes operationally independent
Tognum appoints Dohle to board
ATK names Space Systems president
Airbus declares A400M progress despite delays
Pakistan seeks China's help in shipyard construction
DII planning was 'inadequate' and miscalculated, says report
Indian MoD grants MIDHANI greater autonomy
Oboronprom delays stock market listing of Helicopters of Russia
Thales chooses Malcor to revive fortunes of aerospace division
Australia denies defence budget will be cut following audit
Indonesia seeks to increase defence budget
China plans major funding injection to boost aviation and shipbuilding industries
Fincantieri and ABB Group plan Italian JV
US GAO says DoD is making progress with developing management framework
AVIC to create helicopter production company in northeast China
Boeing reports double-digit fall in military deliveries
Gates to 'correct' Pentagon procurements process
China targets scientists studying abroad
USAF releases new energy policy
BMT Defence Services names new operations director
South Korea seeks world-class technologies to boost defence exports
Northrop Grumman unveils its new structure
Logica names new Benelux chief
Pipavav is poised to build ships for Indian Navy
Modernisation is a priority as Indonesia approves FY09 defence budget
Former Thales companies agree to pay penalties for US export violations
Boeing creates UK rotorcraft support business
Goodrich appoints Engine Control & Electrical Power Systems head
EADS stands up Premium AEROTEC
South Korea stimulates economy through defence sector
Oshkosh wins US tactical vehicle parts contract
GAO reports rise in contract protests by total value
Goodrich and Rolls-Royce create engine controls JV
Russia's new defence export measures draw sceptical response
UK's Defence Training Review is nearing collapse, warns MP
China strengthens defence ties with Armenia
Indonesia's PT Pal signs steel order for ship construction
BEL looks set for further expansion despite downturn
KDB announces plans to delay DSME sale
South Korea achieves new record in defence exports
Philippines pushes ahead with military modernisation
South Korea eyes AMCM helicopters for navy
Eurocopter and DCNS scoop $6 billion of Brazilian defence deals
Gallois steps down from Dassault Aviation board
Public and private sectors to collaborate on MALE UAV for India
Rolls-Royce teams up with Goodrich for engine control production
Jacobs buys UK government's stake in Aldermaston Atomic Weapons Establishment
Japan's defence budget continues nine-year slide
US may increase military aid to Pakistan
HHI optimistic despite being short of order target
Defence minister demands greater efficiency at Indian DRDO
Northrop Grumman names new general counsel
Boeing offers support package for USAF's T-1A Jayhawk training fleet
Saab's Gripen discharges South African offset obligations
Lebanon set to receive used Russian fighter aircraft for free
Australia moves to boost defence exports to Southeast Asia
Pakistan moves to strengthen ties with Indonesia, Ukraine
NAO says MoD major programmes suffer from unrealistic planning
EADS to merge military transport business with Airbus
Vietnam seeks partners for satellite project
Russia may lease more Akula-class submarines to India
MoD FRES U-turn 'no skin off anyone's nose'
Pakistan and China step up defence collaboration
No announcement on Dassault's Thales deal as deadline passes
Lebanon discusses heavy weaponry procurement with Russia
ASSOCHAM asks again for increase in India's foreign investment cap
South Korea's increased defence budget falls short
India places Spyder air-defence system order with Rafael
Japan reviews future procurement strategy
The week ahead: Dassault/Alcatel reach end of negotiations on Thales stake
Indian MoD plans to issue submarines RfP in mid-2009
UK MoD confirms future carrier delay
Australia launches 'scorecard' scheme for defence suppliers
US aerospace industry set to expand in 2009 despite downturn, AIA forecasts
US think-tank suggests cost cuts to bridge resources gap
QinetiQ confirms sudden departure of EMEA chief
Saab hits back following Norway's rejection of Gripen fighter
BAE and Mahindra back with revised Indian joint venture bid
Harris considers spin-off of joint venture
Cambodia increases defence budget by a third
DSM Dyneema wins another fibre patent legal battle
ITT announces executive appointments
UK engineering company Roush rebrands as Revolve
Braunschweiler is RUAG Holding's new chief executive
Australia backs new Chemring plant with grant
Austal appoints chief to develop domestic market
EDS set to integrate with HP Technology Solutions Group
India's Tata joins Dassault bid for MMRCA
Sri Lankan defence budget is 'more affordable' than previous years
EADS builds on Canadian link with opening of research office
US overhauls defence acquisition policies
Boeing teams with CTI for simulation training
Marshalls brings land systems interests together in single business unit
Australia aims to strengthen defence subcontracting base
India and Russia agree to strengthen defence collaboration
Indian MoD to review coastal security capabilities after Mumbai attack
Dassault 'would not seek to replace' Thales chief with own executive
Force Protection outlines vision of 'leaner' future after recent boom
Boeing workers ratify employment deal
Lockheed Martin and ITT bid for US Navy electronic system upgrade
Astra Microwave first to benefit from India's defence-offset policy
Financial climate delays Indonesian defence industry privatisation
Thales cuts jobs at Australian Bushmaster plant
Patria announces reorganisation
Ecuador signs military co-operation accord with Russia
Mexico increases naval budget by 20%
Investigators visit BAE office in South Africa
Pakistan claims many countries interested in JF-17 Thunder fighter
Tognum board transfers company shareholdings
General Electric appoints Aviation head
Kazakhstan slashes defence procurement budget
Japan determined to access F-22 information
Australian report concludes Wedgetail programme is 'lowest performing'
Bharat Electronics opens new facilities to meet naval requirements
Pakistan seeks fighter jet loans from China as economic crisis worsens
South Korea announces 10% rise in military R&D budget
UK military 'needs list' is 'greater than available resources', says defence chief
Cost of UK operations in Afghanistan soars
South Korea insists economic pressures will not delay defence reform plan
Australia and Spain sign defence industry co-operation agreement
Fiji increases defence budget 'to meet salary bills'
Australia forms board to advise on ADF technology needs
UK industry remains 'in limbo' following funding shortfall
Pakistan and Brunei sign military co-operation MoU
The week ahead: QinetiQ and Hampson prepare to announce interim results
Boeing, BAE announce 1,000 job cuts as workloads decline
Pakistan and Malaysia agree to industry-focused defence co-operation
Pakistan to buy Chinese J-10 fighters
RUAG names CEO for aerospace division
Companies gear up to pitch for MRAP contracts
Vietnam bids to be major shipbuilder
Samsung Techwin awaits Algerian armoured vehicle decision
Qantas and Broens sign Australian training deal
IMF loan will not affect Pakistan defence budget, says Gilani
EADS consolidates resources at new Manching centre
Australian minister calls for closer DSTO-industry co-operation
BAE Systems Australia raises concerns over defence White Paper delay
ST Engineering liquidates software subsidiary
Boeing renames Australian subsidiary as it looks to further growth
Curtiss-Wright Corporation appoints co-chief operating officer
Tognum seeks growth in Japan through JV
Rolls-Royce names new non-executive director
Australia launches training scheme to address industry skills shortage
Pakistan defence industry must modernise to meet 'enormous challenges'
Boeing announces tentative agreement with SPEEA as employee strike ends
Patria pair detained amid vehicles deal investigation
Former UK Europe Minister predicts difficulties for Obama on troop numbers
The week ahead: Qatar prepares to host Milipol exhibition
Australian DoD to fast track domestic defence technologies
US DoD releases additional F-22 funding
Doosan Infracore plans to spin-off defence interests
Australian Senate calls for space agency
Venezuelan defence ministry announces increased 2009 budget
Russia approves increase in defence spending
L-3 names Birmingham as president of Link Simulation and Training
Philippines politicians call for coastguard modernisation
ST Engineering wins Royal Thai Navy amphibious craft contract
Philippines defence spending faces inflationary pressure
EDA members sign up to joint air transport fleet
RUAG appoints new military member to board
L-3 appoints Integrated Systems chief
BAE Systems names senior corporate responsibility executives
Rockwell Collins cuts jobs and R&D spending to face 'weaker global economy'
Independent DMO proposal raises concerns in Australia
UK aerospace, defence sectors 'on steady path of growth'
Force Protection sales jump points to newfound stability
Total self reliance 'neither possible nor desirable', says IAF
Northrop Grumman files protest over JLTV team selections
The week ahead: Force Protection prepares to release third-quarter results
Antony warns of reliance on imports
AgustaWestland, Oboronprom team up for AW139 assembly line
Inflation likely to negate any increase in Sri Lankan defence budget
Task force verifies value of TNI assets
Antony calls on HAL to be more responsive to forces' demands
RUAG warns simulation and training segment 'can no longer operate profitably'
Australian submarine project faces up to skills shortage challenge
Thales sets out strategy to become European hub in UAV market
A400M powerplant problems put brakes on production
US defence budget could see cuts under Obama
Boeing aims for greater role in UK defence industry
RUAG positions itself in European space sector as it incorporates Saab purchase
US DSCA appoints new deputy director
Boeing announces end to machinists' strike
Pakistan fights defence spending cuts
Thales reaches further into Australian market
Ultra Electronics appoints new finance director
Spain's ITP prepares to make job cuts
Bell cuts jobs in wake of US ARH programme cancellation
Fincantieri and NSL team up for MARS programme
Saab strengthens Nordic ties with Norwegian joint venture
Alenia signs collaboration deal with Romanian company
Former CVF head flags up erosion of MoD management skills
UK defence secretary signs Sustainable Procurement Charter
Industry must respond to technological developments, say conference speakers
UK should insist on JSF operational sovereignty, says shadow minister
EDA agrees defence offsets code
Lockheed Martin's Dailey plans retirement
China considers next-generation Su-33s for aircraft carrier programme
The week ahead: Harris and ATK prepare to release results
Alenia wins C-27J order from Morocco
EADS appoints chief for new compliance department
Scottish Affairs Committee fears impact of potential CVF programme delays
US hits Rosoboronexport with fresh sanctions
US treasury imposes sanctions on Export Development Bank of Iran
Head of MBDA joins European aerospace/defence council
BAE Systems changes organisation and senior team
South Africa boosts annual defence budget
Italy, US extend defence procurement co-operation
Russia expects arms exports to top $8bn for 2008
BAE Systems teams with General Dynamics for SEWIP bid
Malaysia expands into tactical UAV industry
Australia reinforces commitment to annual 3% budget increases
EDA blames industry for lack of international contracts
Indonesia, Russia discuss military co-operation
PT Dirgantara Indonesia signs Super Puma contract with Eurocopter
India continues to underspend on defence procurement
India set to procure home-grown weapon locating radars
French government plans sale of SNPE's military businesses
Thailand remains hopeful over Russian helicopters, despite lack of funds
Pakistan set to receive ex-USN frigate
Australia fears impact of US economic problems on JSF programme
UK should not rule out reopening Al Yamamah investigation, says OECD
New Zealand eyes FTA deal with US
Tata plans new facility for central India
Global economic crisis makes modernisation harder, says Australian defence minister
Congress overly influenced GAO's KC-X tanker decision, says former USAF chief
ITT names new chief information officer
Bush signs $578 bn US defence budget
Ecuador and China agree defence co-operation
Hornet airframe analysis 'saves Australia AUD400 million'
South Korea extends scope for military sales
New Zealand defence industry calls for more government support
Weak won threatens South Korea's defence budget
South Korean delegates visit India to discuss co-operation
KMW teams with L-3 on future tactical armoured vehicle
BAE Systems/Mahindra JV rejected 'on technical grounds', says official
Reform of Indonesia's TNI remains on track
Singapore industry body pushes quality assurance
Lockheed Martin reveals JAGM industry partners
Thales UK announces senior appointments
ITT ethics officer becomes vice president
Czech Republic reports big increase in arms exports
Harris appoints executive trio to RF Communications division
New owners rename Laupheim Airbus plant
India rejects BAE Systems/Mahindra joint venture
ITT looks to Eastern Europe for growth
Rockwell Collins breaks with tradition in quest to meet growth target
Defendory 2008: HS Papanikolis passes trials in heavy seas
Force Protection: rapid growth was factor in late results
Armor Holdings Products agrees $30m payout to US government over Zylon-containing vests
South Korea may postpone Daewoo Shipbuilding sale
Indian IT company forges US partnership
Navy chief: India must use IT sector to develop NCW capabilities
Indian electronics company will modernise to meet decade of demand
UK reveals further ministerial appointments
Credit crunch offers new opportunities, says FLIR Systems
Oriol appointed Rafael USA top gun
Delays hit DMA/SBAC merger talks
US weapons deal with India deepens defence ties
Taiwan eyes greater self-sufficiency from US arms deal
Saab consultant faces charges in confidentiality case
The week ahead: AUSA holds annual meeting
General Dynamics announces top-level staff changes
Hutton takes up role as UK secretary of state for defence
Deihl disbands its External Relations department
Boeing sets up new training organisation
Australia 'needs to reform its procurement processes'
Australian DoD prepares to publish financial audit results
Taiwan's AIDC continues to pursue privatisation dreams
Sri Lanka puts forward FY09 defence budget
Pakistan's KSEW plans to issue RfP for shipyard design
India strikes deal for more Russia-made Smerch rockets
Northrop Grumman looks outside US for growth in electronic systems
Brazil requests US Black Hawk helicopters
South Korea seeks smaller rise in FY09 defence budget
Philippines must boost funding, leading politician warns
GenCorp announces finance team changes
India and Russia deepen military technology relationship
US DoD must improve biometrics management, GAO says
South Korea urges SMEs to compete for defence work
Russia extends $1bn loan to Venezuela for defence purchases
Safran opens US defence facilities in cost-cutting drive
Raytheon declares quarterly cash dividend
Gencorp announces decline in Q308 aerospace and defence sales
MTU Aero Engines seeks cost reductions
Lockheed Martin authorises further share repurchases
Philippines defence budget inadequate to counter insurgency, says parliamentary committee
India commits to coastguard modernisation
Indian Air Force chief urges greater private sector involvement in military aerospace industry
Finmeccanica UK announces two board appointments
L-3 appoints new corporate vice president
Cobham plans integration to create US centres of excellence
Opposition increases pressure on Australian government to make immediate JSF decision
Vietnam and Russia 'ready to discuss' military co-operation
Indonesian Navy plans use of export credit to purchase submarines
Review recommends greater autonomy for Australian procurement body
House of Representatives approves legislation to raise South Korea's FMS status
UK appoints chairman of Defence Advisory Group
Boeing launches new division for defence and government services market
OUVS shortlist includes top six bidders
Jankel to launch production of mine blast attenuation system in US
Australia expresses disappointment with deferral of trade treaty
BAE Systems Australia plans job cuts in Williamstown shipyard
Indonesia discusses amphibious tank purchase with Russia
Australian defence procurement review urges introduction of PPP model
Senate committee defers ratification of defence trade treaties
German government refuses to waive A400M penalties
Indian DoD declines to raise defence FDI limit
South Korea signs military technology accord with Norway
US defence spending bill may restrict private contractors
Saab: Swedish budget cuts to have 'moderate effect'
The week ahead: Smiths to release preliminary results for FY07-08
BHEL seeks to double production capacity by 2009
ATE expects Mi-17 production contract in Q109
Australian minister again asks SMEs to embrace defence
Into Africa: Russia revives defence contacts
Australia discusses procurement practices with Indonesia
Patria reaches agreement with Finnish Air Force on training centre
Finnish MoD eyes 15% increase in military budget
Australian procurement minister explains 'twin pillar' export strategy
BAE Systems launches new variant of RG-31 vehicle
US State Department seeks support for Pakistani F-16 upgrade funds
Northrop Grumman appoints new CFO for AMSEC subsidiary
Turbomeca Asia Pacific appoints new general manager
GE Aviation names new F136 vice president
GAO urges Department of Defense to count the COST
India's ASSOCHAM makes further call for higher FDI cap
AWD Alliance issues reassurance on delivery schedules
Agreement launches Malaysian-Turkish naval joint venture
South Korea looks to buy second-hand Apache helicopters
Russian finance minister announces rise in defence spending of 26%
Australian defence minister hints at JSF commitment delay
UTC appoints senior vice-president
Cobham appoints president of CDES subsidiary
Thailand pumps funds into defence budget to counter currency fall
MRF gathers investment for Indian military aircraft tyres
Indonesia's Krakatau Steel looks set to privatise within 2008
Growth programme sees Cobham prepare to merge business segments under one umbrella
Saab and Tata sign Indian aeronautical centre deal
Japan's space law 'unlikely' to lead to relaxed export rules
Australian prime minister eyes military strength of Asia-Pacific countries
Australian DoD urges greater productivity from defence industries
Airbus cites sliding dollar as major factor in Power8+
USN modifies tiltrotor contract with Bell-Boeing
Finmeccanica buys back 300,000 of its shares
UK MoD confirms intention to sell stake in QinetiQ
South Korea plans KFX programme feasibility study
Raytheon takes on investor relations VP
BAE Systems appoints international strategy VP
Combat aircraft drive Russia's arms exports to $6.1bn this year
Indonesia and South Korea explore development of trainer aircraft
South Koreans visit France for defence industry collaboration talks
UK MoD says £34.7 million spent on UAV research last year
PT Dirgantara Indonesia and EADS CASA agree on manufacture of C-212-400 aircraft
US KC-X uncertainty will not affect UK procurement, says MoD
Slovenian budget cuts will delay modernisation says ministry
Rosoboronexport predicts delivery of carrier to India 'by end of 2012'
The week ahead: Morgan Stanley Global Industrials CEOs Unplugged Conference
Australia seeks to emulate UK procurement process
Australian defence industry 'faces skills crisis'
Romania moves closer to fighter acquisition decision
RoKAF seeks cruise missiles and radars
US BIS initiates study to assess foreign availability of thermal imaging cameras
India looks to South Korea to boost ship design capabilities
NZDF being hampered by equipment deficiencies, says report
US 'has no plans' to halt military aid to Thailand
Former EADS boss to chair Alcatel-Lucent
Indian JV to produce solar energy systems
11 nations discuss defence R&D in Seoul
India's Hero Motors takes off into defence, aviation business
King takes over as CEO of BAE Systems
Hurricane threat forces Northrop Grumman to suspend Gulf Coast shipbuilding
Taiwan expects more US arms deals to follow Harpoon
Pindad, Renault discuss APC project
Japan eyes defence budget boost to meet rising fuel cost
The week ahead: SAIC plans to release Q209 results
Dassault Aviation loses interest in Thales
South Korea moves ahead with search for large transport aircraft
Rolls-Royce and ADSB join forces on waterjets
Israel Navy narrows down search for surface combatants
Philippines goes into talks for additional C-130 aircraft following crash
India must improve technological capabilities ahead of 'bonanza', urges defence minister
Indonesia finalises multi-million dollar Russian loan
US Army/Marines start search for lightweight, manoeuvrable MRAP vehicle
Denel prepares for move to aerospace village
Union and industry disquiet holds up Indian defence industry reforms, says Antony
Hyundai Heavy Industries intends to bid for controlling stake in DSME
US DoD announces three military sales deals to Taiwan
Mexico opts for 50% boost in navy funding
Saab offers the Netherlands 85 JAS 39 Gripen aircraft
Boeing may exit KC-X race if proposed extension refused
Finmeccanica looks to float non-core units to fund DRS buy
Russia predicts annual export growth of 8-10%
Indonesia closes in on $350mn loan for Sukhoi fighters
Mellors assumes role as QinetiQ CFO
The week ahead: US DLA hosts supply chains conference
Ukrainian minister calls for trebling of defence budget
Doosan discusses further sales of waterjet propulsion systems with RoKN
Taiwan plans cut in defence budget
Patria announces release of employee in Slovenian investigation
Indonesia's corvette procurement stalls owing to lack of funds
Australia opens facility to study navy project technologies
India's defence sector attracts car part manufacturers
Indian MoD plans programme funding restructure
Cubic hopes to transfer stock to NYSE
India and Russia sign military hardware co-operation deal
Northrop Grumman names vice president of HALE Systems
Patria's CEO steps down as investigation continues
South Korea and Thailand sign industrial co-operation deal
Force Protection faces delisting from Nasdaq Capital Market
Indonesia's FY09 defence budget too low, says commission chief
Australia considers EA-18G Growler purchase
Vietnam seeks closer defence industrial co-operation with Myanmar and Malaysia
Philippines DND confirms tender for helicopter acquisition
Polish MoD announces signing of agreement to set up F-16 service office
Taiwan plans debate on IDF upgrade
Rolls-Royce and Goodrich team up to supply aero-engine controls
South Korea signals boost in aerospace and defence research funding
Australia, Singapore sign R&D MoU
Northrop Grumman names Corporate Business Development vice president
Tognum eyes US site to firm chances of military deals
ST Kinetics announces Singapore restructure
Indonesia urges speed-up of Krakatau Steel privatisation
Bell Helicopter expands build site for H-1 and Osprey ramp up
DRS Technologies names new president
New Zealand suggests timeframe for training aircraft RfP
Taiwan asks US to thaw freeze on sale of military equipment
Australian teaming seeks to meet defence industry training needs
Lockheed Martin names new Systems Integration president
Pressure mounts on India to introduce private reform measures
The Week Ahead: Rheinmetall reports 2Q08 results
BEL considers nuclear option with Indian-US pact on horizon
Australia enters talks with Spain over potential Bushmaster sales
Pentagon issues revised RfP as KC-X contest reopens
DRDO chief hails Indian co-operation on Rohini radar
Australia plans to start ASC privatisation before year-end
Slovakia seeks replacements for Antonov transport aircraft
Australian DoD nears release of defence acquisition review
US promotes Finnish defence co-operation with Helsinki office opening
DSCA notifies US Congress of potential Predator sales
Israel and South Korea discuss industrial co-operation
Tyco Electronics secures licence for Vietnamese facilities
UK politicians urge MoD to issue industry guidance on UAVs
Indian defence policy must tackle transfer of advanced technologies, analyst warns
Boeing restructures Australian defence operations
Saab pushes forwards with Norwegian defence co-operation
Libya seeks further Russian defence equipment
DSCA notifies Congress of a possible LAV sale to Iraq
Patria announces arrest in connection with Egyptian howitzer project
EADS production transfer motivated by market access, says CEO
GAO urges US Navy to defer contracting further DDG 1000 destroyers
The week ahead: Ultra prepares to release FY08 interim results
TASL in talks on collaboration with Alenia Aeronautica
Pakistan seeks to modernise defence procurement and export procedures
South Korea's DAPA concludes helicopter construction study
Indian Navy launches web-based portal designed to reform procurement
Australian DoD highlights key goals of budget audit
Serco DST announces appointment of new managing director
Halting of Al Yamamah investigation was not unlawful, rules House of Lords
US GAO criticises armed forces record on funding oversight
Hyundai Rotem signs contract to meet Turkish MBT requirements
Indian Navy issues RfP for helicopter upgrade
Minister announces independent audit of Australian defence budget
Putin pledges government action to strengthen Russian defence industry
Iraq requests US armoured security vehicles
Taiwan stresses importance of buying US submarines
South Korean government reaffirms limits to defence industry privatisation
FICCI urges Indian government to liberalise defence industry
India's BHEL seeks to partner overseas companies
BAE Systems appoints Network Systems chief
Australian forces must consider alternative fuel sources, minister warns
Australia expects US to approve defence exports treaty
The week ahead: industry releases half-year results
Venezuela set to buy $5bn-worth of Russian weapons, says analyst
US defence sales to Taiwan will go ahead, Wolfowitz declares
Satyam teams up with Infospectrum to service Indian civil and military aviation sectors
India requests 197 light observation helicopters
Investment in LMM is part of 'evolutionary approach', says Thales
South Korea locks on to missile deal for F-15K fighters
India and Russia consider joint development of advanced MBT
Indian business leader calls on government to push through competition reforms
Procurement policy takes India towards self reliance
MiG chief talks up merits of aircraft ahead of Indian MRCA bid
Elbit continues to look for new acquisitions with billion-dollar warchest
DEPO director general confirms substantial rise in Pakistani exports
UK MoD budget reallocation 'masking cost increases' on major projects, report finds
Meggitt mulls acquisitions of smaller companies
Volga-Dnepr believes strategic lift aircraft will not replace SALIS service
USMC orders further vehicles to boost MRAP fleet
Australia requests US lightweight howitzers in FMS deal
Weststar eyes LTV deal for Malaysian forces
Farnborough Airshow 2008: Hampson rules out JV in India
Farnborough Airshow 2008: Chemring seeks access to India's countermeasures and energetics markets
Australia weighs up PPP model for defence procurement
Taiwan keeps sights set on US military purchases
The Week Ahead: Defence companies prepare to release Q2 results
Australia government pinpoints scheduling as
Fujitsu reveals defence growth target
Farnborough Airshow 2008: Rockwell Collins continues to expand its focus
Israel requests LCS units from US
Farnborough Airshow 2008: UK minister defends 'vital' military exports
Farnborough Airshow 2008: Eurocopter expects 5% annual revenue growth to 2012
Farnborough Airshow 2008: Boeing heralds 'cultural significance' of FRES SOSI win
Philippine Air Force seeks replacements for its Nomads
Metal Storm looks to STK to gain marketing breakthrough
Raytheon names new IDS vice president of engineering
DRS, Finmeccanica will continue acquisitions if merger takes place, says CEO
Farnborough Airshow 2008: ThyssenKrupp creates new Aerospace division
MTU acquires stake in US helicopter engine programme
DRS and Aerotree plan to supply ACMI system to Malaysia
Farnborough Airshow 2008: BAE Systems shows ATC simulator
Farnborough Airshow 2008: BAE unveils new export strategy as Singapore drops Hawk
Farnborough Airshow 2008: Team CW enters assessment phase
Alenia and Eaton reach JSF workshare agreement
ST Aerospace strikes engine MRO deals
Indonesia looks abroad for additional land-based radars
Farnborough Airshow 2008: Fighter manufacturers look to sixth generation
Farnborough Airshow 2008: Honeywell eyes acquisitions in outsourced services to the DoD
Farnborough Airshow 2008: QinetiQ to create fourth 'home' market for investment
ATK focuses on lower-cost defence solutions
South Korean admiral seeks customers in France and UK
Malaysian minister declares budget cut will not hamper defence modernisation
Australian opposition urges DoD to publish air combat review findings
ATK teams up with BAE Systems for JATAS bid
The week ahead: Farnborough 2008 awaits
Patria investigation enters new phase
Terma CFO announces his resignation
Indian Army chief calls for improved procurement processes
Indian MoD prepares to issue updated procurement policy
Australian DoD announces training support package
Northrop Grumman outlines role of UK in international growth plan
Russian defence exports look likely to exceed $6bn in 2008
DoD reopens US Air Force tanker contest
India's first defence avionics PPP wins multifunctional display contract
South Korea proposes 8.8 per cent spending rise in 2009
Malaysia trims defence budget by USD92 million
Tenix plans to sell aviation business by September
Elbit and ATK team to develop guided-rocket system
EU takes European Defence Agency's development plan on board
KPMG and BEL to identify Indian growth markets
South Korea plans to step up exports to Indonesia
ST Engineering launches new venture in Shanghai
Australian defence budget growth will affect economy, says report
Thai minister proposes privatisation of weapon-producing centres
MoD must explain implications of UOR costs, says committee
GAO recommends moves to improve DoD processes
Oil prices jeopardising South Korean modernisation
Indonesia re-affirms plans to acquire submarines
ASD conference urges Europe to renew aerospace and defence sectors
Bulgaria approves transfer of Belgian naval assets
UK National Audit Office issues conclusions on DII project
The week ahead: House of Commons Defence Committee publishes latest report
Indonesian Navy orders three additional transport aircraft
Embraer signs deal to supply India with modified EMB-145
Australian minister seeks clarification on JSF schedules and costs
Saab CEO confirms US acquisition strategy
Eurofighter and Dassault submit bids for Swiss fighter replacement
Philippines seeks strengthened military co-operation with US
Fighter acquisition fuels PAF plans to re-establish air combat wing
Saab officially proposes Gripen for Swiss fighter requirement
South Korea and Indonesia discuss possible equipment exchange
Australia eyes US development links
BDL launches discussions with MBDA over missile joint venture
Former Denel CEO joins Rheinmetall board
BAE Systems reaches nano-sensor technology agreement with Micromem
Bush secures wartime funding bill
Selex Galileo, BAE Systems partner on thermal sights for UK's FIST programme
Saab appoints head of South Africa division
Russian minister values helicopter manufacturing programme
Australian companies must meet industry challenges, urges minister
China will offer Thailand ammunition technology assistance
Metal Storm appoints new head of audit, risk committee
Australian government prepares to issue capability guidelines
Australian parliament approves infrastructure modernisation programme
QinetiQ's US footprint heightens potential investor interest
BVT Surface Fleet set to begin operations imminently
Auditor General urges greater transparency in New Zealand defence acquisition projects
Insurgency fuels proposed Thai defence budget increase
The Week Ahead: Gencorp prepares to release Q208 results
BAE Systems to crown King as new chief executive
Saab's Gripen Demo notches up two more test flights
Russian-European military technical co-operation hits $120m
China still lax on UN export sanctions, hears US committee
EADS EFW and Lufthansa Technik aim to open 'new business markets'
US GAO calls for greater oversight of Pakistan military aid
Safran plans organisational restructure
Minister identifies need for more Australian SMEs
Majority of CVF subcontracts open to competition, says MoD
IAI forms South American partnership
Australia entreats Philippines to ratify defence agreement
Saab, Sensis sign accord on GIRAFFE AMB radar family
GDUK making inroads into security market, says MD
Curtiss-Wright eyes ground systems acquisitions
Nammo points to 'huge potential' of cluster munitions ban
China's CSIC signs agreement to enhance shipbuilding facilities in Liaoning
Australian science minister pushes for improved relations with the US
KMW and IVECO agree to develop military vehicle
Eurosatory 2008: Honeywell looks to treble Missile and Munitions market share
RoKN begins search for multimission helicopters
Boeing sells rights to Nomad aircraft
EADS announces sale of Irkut stake with a view to acquiring UAC slice
OTO Melara, DOOSAN Infracore agree on turret deal
European defence companies form aerospace equipment JV
Selex identifies further potential in Asian market
Pakistan discloses defence budget
China reveals plans to re-converge aviation manufacturers
Thales Australia and Panhard team up to sell Bushmasters to France
Sarkozy spells out defence expenditure plan
Eurosatory 2008: Oshkosh open to acquisitions
Eurosatory 2008: Nexter chief seeks European alliance
Eurosatory 2008: Report says UK was world's largest defence exporter in 2007
Eurosatory 2008: Dupont assesses defence market
Taiwan considers coast-guard vessels to patrol disputed waters
Turkey targets Asia-Pacific for defence sales
Australian DoD establishes materials development centre
US Navy ploughs money into Electric Boat for submarine support
The Netherlands' MoD agrees Bushmaster purchase
Eurosatory 2008: ITT remains interested in acquisitions post EDO purchase
Indian defence minister urges scientists to use home-grown technology
Filtronic weighs up defence-business sale
Eurosatory 2008: FLIR circles European land systems for future growth
Eurosatory 2008: Bental looks to step up acquisitions
Eurosatory 2008: EADS chooses Honeywell's dead-reckoning GPS aid
F-22 is still an option despite export ban, says Japan
Australia's new defence policy may exclude many SMEs
KMW and Saab agree simulation partnership
Rockwell Collins names treasurer
BAE Systems appoints Symon as non-executive director
DSCA notifies Congress of possible T-6A sale to Israel
Australian DoD needs to address bureaucratic processes, says senior official
AK Antony urges increase in Indian defence spending
Saab announces departure of senior executive
MEPs urge binding EU rules on arms exports
Implementing UAS standards will bring multiple benefits, says US spokesperson
Report urges creation of dedicated Australian coastguard
Economic pressures force Pakistan to reduce defence budget
Boeing reveals pending Qatari order for C-17A
Academic predicts earthquake 'will prompt increased Chinese helicopter production'
Turbomeca appoints vice-presidents
Patria announces release of arrested detainees
Finnmeccanica's new board receives shareholder approval
Company head urges Indian government to implement defence industry reforms
Gates underlines impact of rising oil prices on USAF operations
Australian government warns industry on skills deficit
US donates military cargo trucks to Cambodia
ST Engineering continues to streamline its operations
GAO report highlights 'serious financial management problems' at the DoD
The week ahead: AUVSI conference focuses on unmanned systems marketplace
PAF discusses possible UH-1H sale with Singapore
Joint venture provides rescue system for RSN
Senior DoD official urges long-range bomber revisions
Reduced UK competitiveness necessary price of ethical behaviour, SBAC chief said
KMW and GD-ELS join forces for DONAR artillery system
Patria investigation continues
Punj Lloyd and ST Kinetics team to meet Indian ultra-light howitzer requirement
Indonesian Aerospace completes talks on transport aircraft contract
Indian defence minister urges collaboration to increase self-reliance
US DoD criticises GAO report on procurement cost growth
MP condemns UK's Chinook procurement process
CAE opens new office in Virginia
Rheinmetall and IAI announce UAV teaming accord
Raytheon details senior appointments
France seeks 'relaunch' of defence relations with Thailand
Insitu launches subsidiary in Australia
Australia should use 'off-the-shelf' defence equipment, says think-tank report
Terma sets sights on international orders
Russia set to kick off work on MiG Fulcrum fighters
The week ahead: Rheinmetall annual stockholders' meeting
Saab declares Barracuda division job cuts
EADS slashes number of Tier 1 suppliers
Indonesian defence business review to finish ahead of schedule
Australia needs to deliver cost-effective military capabilities, says think-tank report
L3-Communications takes on senior vice-president
Lekota reaffirms South Africa's commitment to procurement reform
Russia may offer Algeria MiG-35s following return of MiG-29s
Indian Navy expects Scorpene submarine delays
Thales reveals UK management reshuffle
RAC MiG expects 'substantial' MiG-29, MiG-35 orders
Antonov earmarks 2010 for An-70 deliveries
New Stork CFO to oversee private-equity transition
QinetiQ appoints Australia CEO
Hunan Changfeng Motors prepares share placement funding drive
Political opposition swells around India's defence industry reform
EADS and Nexter team aims to become main contractors for Scorpion
Babcock International appoints chairman
Indra signs MoU with UAE company Mubadala Development
Rolls-Royce, GKN Aerospace team up for fan blade research
Bush administration threatens defence authorisation bill with veto
Indian Army chief calls on defence industry for technical expertise
Tonga turns to Australia for Pacific-class patrol boat refit
India declares an end to 'procurement alone'
South Korea mulls Apache purchase
Boeing, Alenia Aermacchi team for aircraft trainer push
India's defence minister advertises country's investment opportunities
Norway joins EDA's Regime on Defence Procurement
Australian DoD encourages industry to co-operate with DSTO
SEC Industries reaches MoU with IAI
CDA completes installation of training centres in Romania and Slovakia
The week ahead: Financial considerations feature in cluster munitions debate
Medvedev discusses Kazakh defence modernisation
Australian government issues reassurance on defence project development
Breant appointed EDA research and technology director
DSM wins Dyneema judgement against Armor USA
New Zealand defence budget receives a 16% boost
Australia announces DMO performance review
KMW and Rheinmetall join forces for German Army vehicle requirement
US ambassador calls on Japan to boost defence spending
QinetiQ appoints David Mellors chief financial officer
CSF funds for Pakistan are 'going through the system', says US DoD
MBDA, Sagem join forces on AASM modular air-to-ground weapon
Netherlands SME business head attributes growth to offsets
French White Paper calls for paring down of forces' requirements
South Korea set to begin talks with US on munition sales
Offset need will wane with more open global defence market, says Netherlands official
India asks Russia to pay Sevmash for carrier work
Indian MoD announces further delay to new defence policy
South Korea's DSME sale faces military oversight
USN opens Growler support centre
The week ahead: UK nears CVF announcement, says report
Offsets may be justified in a 'far from perfectly efficient' market, says economist
Inflation prompts Pakistan to 'channelise' defence budget
Japan moves to allow military use of space assets
Pratt & Whitney Canada signs MoU on Russian Mi-38 helicopter engine
Indonesian defence minister reaffirms procurement priorities
Kazakhstan announces intention to export artillery systems
Rosoboronexport looks to Saudi Arabia, say reports
Patria faces Finnish investigation
UK defence industry is 'leading light' in ethical behaviour, says SBAC
South Korea seeks to acquire Sidewinder missiles
South Korea focuses on submarine exports to Indonesia
Australian government commits to 3% defence budget increase
Indra has eye on US acquisitions
India's DRDO head urges greater indigenous development
Tenix announces closure of its New Zealand shipyard
Agreement establishes Indian-Israeli joint venture
South Korea 'completes development' of stealth technology
Russia promotes exports of small arms, anti-tank and air-defence systems
Venezuela looks to buy Chinese K-8 aircraft
Indian Navy stresses central role of domestic shipbuilders in submarine construction
The week ahead: Australia unveils budget
Indonesian politicians eye domestic solution to fighter spares shortfall
Thales and Samtel team up for avionics systems JV
China plans launch of commercial aviation giant
US legislation calls on EU to maintain Chinese arms embargo
Oboronprom envisages helicopter servicing centres
Airbus ends talks with Latecoere over French sites
EDA chief outlines agency's agenda
Russia keeps close watch on foreign investment in strategic sectors
Australian DoD launches procurement rethink
South Korea, Turkey discuss exports of 'key defence articles'
Brussels conference seeks next step for EU-NATO technological interoperability
Saab confirms 45 job losses after DACCIS cancellation
BEML targets China with Shanghai office opening
India's Punj Lloyd reveals possible howitzer partnership
Indian MoD eyes Korwa for new Ordnance Factory Board facility
US DoD considers furloughs for civilian employees
Woolf report makes 23 recommendations to BAE Systems
US GAO criticises DoD's global-strike concept
The week ahead: US Navy prepares to commission North Carolina
Think-tank report questions Australia's defence spending levels
Australian DoD reappoints Gumley as DMO chief
Indonesia aims to transfer military businesses to state control
Malaysian navy chief urges Starburst missile replacement
Proposed rise in South Korean FMS status moves up a level
Oboronprom creates engine-building sector
US DoD acquisitions problems 'will likely persist', concludes GAO report
CRS report details US equipment sales to Pakistan
ASC opens support facility for Australian navy
Saab creates civil-security business unit
Indian defence minister urges military planners to spend full defence budget
UK MoD reveals MRAP transport costs
BAE Systems, MDS apply for Indian land systems JV
Bulgaria signs up to EDA code of conduct
Brunei, Indonesia discuss transfer of 'weaponry'
Raytheon appoints vice-president to address global security markets
US DoD rebuts criticism of programme cost estimation
The week ahead: India set to evaluate MRCA proposals
Raising of Indian investment cap likely to be 'one-off'
Pakistan's DSA deals demonstrate growth of private sector
US expert predicts damaging effect of war supplementals on long-term planning
US DoD receives mixed assessment of its cost-estimating abilities
BHIC proposes manufacturing WMZ 551B vehicles for Royal Malaysian Army
India looks to relax defence sector's FDI cap
Argentina, Chile discuss joint trainer aircraft
USAF takes 'administrative action' against own officials
US defence trade surplus shows signs of slowing, says Pentagon official
Entitlement spending is the 'elephant in the room' of the US defence budget
Indonesian Navy inks weapon technologies accord
Indian opposition calls for defence budget increase
EU, EDA seek to rein in global 'proliferation of offset policies'
Australian DoD implements savings efficiency scheme, considers others
Malaysia, East Timor ink MoU on armed forces modernisation
India used third of FY07-08 procurement budget by end of 2007, says minister
Weak dollar causing 'desperate situation' for European companies, say industry chiefs
Azerbaijan continues drive to grow defence industry
Indonesia projects $10.9bn, 10 year-spend on military equipment maintainance
Timken adds two more manufacturing facilities to Asia stable
Malaysian offset policy brings technological benefits, says defence minister
US, South Korea move to elevate FMS status
Pakistan, Turkey plan further private defence co-operation
Russia writes off Libya's Soviet-era debt
The week ahead: companies prepare 1Q08 results and look back on FY07
Boeing opens component repair business at Melbourne Airport
Australia says 'no' to defence offsets
India requests purchase of another three AEW&C aircraft
Thales restructures its senior team
Rockwell Collins shareholders set for 50 per cent dividend
Larsen & Toubro collaborates for construction of Indian shipyard
India revives underwater-rescue vehicle programme
Chinese defence company records 'substantial' commercial sales
Turbomeca opens inaugural service support centre in New Zealand
Malaysia DSA exhibition expects record number of private Pakistani companies
US aerospace lobby urges protection for weapon-modernisation budgets
Garden Reach teams with DCNS in design joint venture
Canada blocks sale of MDA's space division to ATK
Russia prepares to sell weapons worth $2.5 billion to Libya
Boeing appoints new vice president for IDS
Pakistan, China moot further defence industry co-operation
Malaysian Navy closes in on ASW helicopter procurement
Lockheed Martin presents pitch for next phase of JLTV programme
Possible F-35 JSF buyers await price discussions
India plans defence production improvements
Indonesian government requests 10-year armament plan from military
Libya discusses military procurement with South Korea
ST Engineering reduces ownership in Polarsat
EADS appoints new CEO for defence and security
US GAO finds F-14 Tomcat components available on Internet auction websites
The week ahead: OSI prepares 1Q08 results
L-3 Communications makes staff promotion
GAO report warns US Secretary of Defense on FCS alternatives
Californian ProWorks turns focus on India
India prepares tender for LOHs
Indonesian defence-budget cuts will not be reversed
DSCA declares potential Lockheed Martin FMS to Turkey
Indonesia contemplates letter of credit for Sukhoi fighters
Pakistan plans to evaluate ministerial budgets amid financial pressures
EDA points to 'limited' cross-border contracts
Panhard main shareholder 'should sell' stake as consolidation takes hold
Pentagon report reveals falling F-35 JSF costs
Elbit Systems of America re-organises
Romania faces reduction of fighter requirement
France, Pakistan agree to military expertise exchange
Indian Army official calls on IT industry for modernisation support
Raytheon creates Information Security Solutions practice
AgustaWestland opens regional headquarters in Tokyo
Wallenberg targets non-defence Norwegian companies in run-up to aircraft competition
Boeing and Computer Sciences Corporation unite in bid for SOFSA contract
New Zealand sets sights on Australian Seasprite spare parts
HAL, Ilyushin form JV to develop multirole transport aircraft
R&D heads Pakistan's bid to promote self-sufficiency
Rockwell Collins, OADS begin work on helicopter navigation system
Thales, AEC form simulator manufacturing company in Saudi Arabia
Indonesia focuses on improving navy
Switzerland reconsiders anti-aircraft missile systems exports to Pakistan
Problems with US' acquisition workforce worsened by DoD reliance on contractors, says GAO
Saab announces changes in aerospace management
Week ahead: US House of Representatives Hearing: Contingency Contracting
Chilean trainer contest warms up
Boustead confident it will win further OPV orders from Malaysia
Immedius plans Australian subsidiary
Missile Defense Agency failed BMDS goals, says GAO
BAE Systems' job cuts due in part to lost Hawk contract, says spokesperson
UK lists programmes with outstanding industrial participation commitments
Indonesia launches corvette acquisition talks
Pakistan, Jordan discuss industry collaboration
Thales Australia forms Land and Joint Systems division
Slovak companies join to offer rocket system to Jordan
Indonesia, Australia mull joint development of patrol boats
Indian industry agencies reiterate call for raising of FDI limit
South Korea to boost IT integration with industry
Macroswiss and ST Engineering join on future soldier project
QinetiQ welcomes funding for Package 1 of UK training review
US defence procurement often 'fails to deliver', says GAO
UK forms Defence Support Group to maintain land and air platforms
UK/US trade accord will 'hopefully' be ratified in May
EADS to face charges from French regulators
Force Protection will 'vigorously' defend against lawsuit
KAI aspires to compete with Saab and IAI
Norway raises defence force funding by 2.5%
UTC restates ambition to take control of Diebold
Aermacchi signs MoU with ENAER on trainer collaboration
UK considers further UORs for Iraqi and Afghan operations
The week ahead: Babcock releases trading update
GICAT announces record sales for French land defence sector
UK MoD may need to make major programme cuts, warns defence committee
ATK and Ad Astra form alliance
Fuze shipment error highlights security of US nuclear arsenal
Dassault denies reports of Algerian interest in Rafales
Indian minister urges DRDO to forge links with private sector
Czech court rejects Praga suit against Tatra
UKTI to work with defence industry on code of practice, says spokesperson
Australian defence minister orders savings of $9.2bn over next decade
VEB looks to acquire 20% stake in UAC
Airbus advances talks on manufacturing plants
MiG becomes a public joint stock company
The Week Ahead: SAIC to reveal FY08 earnings
Australia, Kaman agree Super Seasprite cancellation terms
Cubic looks to expand Australian business
Indian state-owned defence industries edge up working capacity
Official launch of Chinese aviation company nears
Boeing formally protests against USAF tanker contract
Sliding US dollar rates hit JSF programme
Australian defence minister warns on budget shortfall
US bills propose enhanced arms co-operation with Seoul
Two teams left in Halifax upgrade contest
RoK president urges economic growth to spur military modernisation
TNI equipment budget exempt from proposed spending cuts
Force Protection looks to markets outside US
Thales enters talks with Antonov on An-72 upgrade
Indian MoD denies call for greater foreign investment in state defence companies
China releases rules for companies conducting military development
Indonesian minister urges retention of ageing equipment
General Electric Aviation appoints Washington DC chief
The Week Ahead: UK Defence Committee evidence session
Chemring predicts growth through energetics
Indonesia, Iran discuss transfer of knowledge
Indian Navy prepares RfPs for mine countermeasure vessels
UK budget: chancellor commits extra funding for troops in theatre
Indian business chiefs team up to back defence SMEs
Boeing's Aviall plans India office
EADS points to success of Power8
EADS remains focused on mid-sized acquisitions
US DoD 'needs more training and personnel' to deal with industry protests
Force Protection faces class action lawsuit
Brunei announces defence-spending cuts
China seeks to step up modernisation of PLA
Sweden explores business opportunities in Brunei
Philippine defence budget rises in line with inflation
BAE Systems considers job cuts in Hagglunds division
Boeing contemplates challenging KC-X tanker decision
UK's forecast Afghanistan, Iraq costs rise 50%
ASC prepares shipyard for air warfare destroyers
Australia, US defence co-operation treaty nears ratification
ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems to restructure
The Week Ahead: UK chancellor to outline defence spending in budget
Mergers and acquisitions in India 'set to increase'
Northrop Grumman stresses KC-45A will be an 'American tanker'
China rebuffs defence budget criticism
UK 'days away' from signing flight training deal with Ascent
Boeing hopes to play lead F2AST role for USAF
Dutch review examines defence budget wrangle
EDS appoints new vice president for EMEA
South Korea to promote industrial edge
Indonesia and Russia put credit talks on hold
Rafale International sets up in Athens to promote exports
India and US agree to encourage high-tech transfer
UK renames arms export controls committee
Indian industry steps up call to raise foreign investment cap
ST Engineering appoints new director
Indonesia warns of military sales embargo threat
Chinese defence budget rises by 17.6%
Lockheed Martin and Kareem Aircraft join to produce Optimum Speed Tilt-Rotor
MoD seeks to redefine contracting relationship with the UK's submarine industry
Rockwell Collins links with Telephonics Corporation for US Army VIS-X bid
The week ahead: UK plans to release trade treaty report
Lockheed Martin puts forward Burritt for board
India boosts defence budget by 10%
General Dynamics looks to Indian offset opportunities with Vulcan
EDA calls for increased private companies role in defence logistics
India's defence budget will be restricted but more practical, analyst predicts
Indian project delays 'not due to lack of scientists', says defence minister
Indonesia breaks ground for Tarakan air base
BEL closes joint co-operation deals with trio of Israeli companies
US MDA missed goals for BMD programme, says report
DGA head highlights fall in French defence exports
Invest or face losing 90% of military transport aircraft, says Russian minister
UK commander emphasises importance of naval support companies
Russia plans to increase defence spending by a fifth in 2008
UK MoD spent up to £30m on PFI advice in FY06/07, figures show
DRS, Force Protection form alliance for US JLTV bid
Australia kicks off local defence industry participation scheme
Indonesia contemplates US F-16 proposal
Indonesia slashes defence budget in wake of oil price hike
PT Dirgantara and Eurocopter sign aircraft MoU
US, Indonesia discuss possible increase of military sales to Jakarta
The week ahead: ST Engineering prepares release of FY07 results
Shipbuilder Yantar appoints new director-general
Singapore Airshow 2008: Metal Storm, ST Kinetics ink co-operation deal on 3GL grenade launcher
Singapore Airshow 2008: Alenia Aeronautica expands to meet C-27J Spartan demand
UK government reveals financial costs of Iraq and Afghanistan
Singapore Airshow 2008: EADS, A*STAR sign research collaboration accord on aerospace technologies
Singapore Airshow 2008: South Korean aviation companies present export policies
Singapore Airshow 2008: Tata Advanced Materials looks west
South Africa increases defence budget but navy is hit by procurement cut
Rosoboronexport oversees Indian Kalashnikov production talks
Indian minister promotes cross-border military partnerships
Australia courts Southeast Asian market for advanced electronics
EADS forges R&D links with Singaporean academics
China's JF-17 fighter draws interest from Asia, Africa
Australian air combat review to leave industrial base unshaken, predicts trade body
KAI targets Thailand for T-50 trainer deal
Raytheon's IDS forms Seapower Capability Systems unit
Rockwell announces plans for Hyderabad engineering centre
DCNS sets sights on India with Mumbai unit
Bharat, Rafael move on plans for missile technology JV
Raise FDI cap, deputy British high commissioner tells India
Goodrich expands MRO base in Singapore
NATO, EDA look at pooling helicopter fleet needs
Aerospace, naval orders behind 2007 success for UK industry, DESO figures reveal
Singapore Airshow promises large number of Asia-Pacific delegations
US, Indonesia discuss deal to revitalise air force
Tata, EADS partner for Indian Army tactical comms system bid
Singapore, EADS sign accord on Super Puma technologies
The Week Ahead: South Africa unveils budget
Boeing names Phantom Works chief
Taiwan sets up defence enterprise to facilitate imports
Indonesian Navy chief reveals South Korean amphibious assault vehicles donation
Rockwell Collins hires Hogle in new vice-president role
CAE's military simulation segment reports fall in revenue
Northrop Grumman appoints air force programmes chief
RTAF pushes for second Gripen batch
Indian minister praises defence offset policy
CAE-Macmet receives Indian contract for simulation systems
Boeing and Tata form Indian military aerospace JV
China and Indonesia team up to develop propellants
Philippines seeks extra US military funding
New president for Boeing Southeast Asia
Indian procurement policy highlights technology transfer
Thyssenkrupp sees fall in first quarter earnings
WS Atkins meets financial expectations
Raytheon, PEL sign MoU to develop Indian military forces communications technology
Raytheon IDS joins GD Canada's 'CSI Halifax Team'
MEADS completes system-level Preliminary Design Review
Rheinmetall defence sales see 21% rise in FY07 provisional results
Mahindra, BAE Systems discuss RG-31-based vehicle development
India's private military manufacturing deals stand to increase, claims report
India must increase FDI cap on state-run companies, says industry body
South Korea eyes further trio of KDX-III destroyers
Kohler joins Boeing's IDS Business Development ranks
EADS signs titanium MoU with UKTMP and A&D
DRS Technologies reports record financial results for FY08
General Electric authorises quarterly dividend
US GAO urges DoD to change multiyear procurement approach
Australia and Indonesia mark launch of defence co-operation pact
India targets defence sales to Southeast Asia
Indonesian decommissioning of equipment 'could trigger armed forces collapse'
Czechs persist with Pandur II negotiations
Morocco confirms order for SIGMA frigates
The week ahead: UK International Development Committee
Indian committee prepares DRDO audit report
FLIR posts 36% sales rise for FY07
L-3 adds four vice-presidents to its ranks
Indonesian parliament calls for action on defence equipment
Defence aerospace sales and profits rise at Rolls-Royce
Lockheed Martin receives KC-130J surprise
Kuala Lumpur seeks more bidders for helicopter contest
Jakarta stresses need for forces to divest 'inappropriate' businesses
L-3's quarterly cash dividend increases by 20%
Thai election opens door to resumption of US military aid
US Department of State's FMF request reaches $4.8bn
US presidential budget request targets force modernisation
Thales appoints Thales Alenia Space executives
Meoni joins BAE Systems Inc's strategy and planning division
Indonesia suspends use of 'ageing' military equipment
Rockwell names C3I Solutions vice-president, general manager
Northrop Grumman's recruits vice-presidents for shipbuilding unit
Payment procedures to blame for India's procurement delays, says Antony
Bush seeks $606bn for defence in 2009
Aero Vodochody returns to profit
Boeing shuffles IDS management
GAO recommends commercial sector techniques for US DoD
Philippines plans to re-issue NCAH tender
Pakistan, Yemen may enter military production partnerships
People Power Party set to continue military modernisation in Thailand, says analyst
Rheinmetall to acquire stake in Denel Munitions
Chile, Netherlands and Portugal sign frigate MoU
Thyssenkrupp plans shares purchase
The week ahead: Bush to submit final US budget request
Raytheon records 17% jump in operating income in 4Q07
Indian MRCA candidates remain on target for proposal deadline
India's DRDO begins UUV project
L-3 posts 12% sales hike for Q407
ATK reports 14% income rise for quarter
Lockheed Martin declares F-35 job cuts
Sukhoi sales more than double in FY07
India prepares major tender for observation helicopters
Unpredictable defence environment requires flexible partnerships, RUSI hears
Indian minister urges public/private R&D co-operation
Australian DoD opens defence-export advisory unit
India encourages shipbuilder HSL to help modernise fleet
India seeks P-8I aircraft from Boeing
UK won 14% share of international export market in 2007, says DESO
Bush signs amended US defence bill
UK's Croma unveils 7% loan stock agreement
Philippines abandons MD530F helicopter bidding process
Malaysia aims to boost security with Sabah naval base upgrade
Lockheed Martin, India discuss ballistic missile defence system
Vietnam sanctions defence industry modernisation guidance
Indonesian Aerospace receives defence project funding go-ahead
UK expects EU foreign policy head to lead EDA if Treaty of Lisbon is passed
Lockheed Martin lays down $170m in contracts for Canadian C-130J offsets
Northrop Grumman agrees to settle US export regulation allegations
Northrop Grumman appoints IT president
Five join Safran leadership team
UK committee says cuts to defence equipment spending are 'likely'
China and Vietnam pledge to strengthen defence ties
India, France bond over information pact and fighter deal
South Korea nears deal for further Boeing F-15K aircraft
Russia denies EADS shares seizure claim
The Week Ahead: defence powerhouses post results
UK report likely to focus on force readiness, cost increases
Dutch investigation into Stork comes to an end
Alenia North America appoints chairman
BAE Systems announces Pinzgauer closure
Nammo focuses on US MLRS demilitarisation in light of NATO experience
Industrial partnering 'not a soft option', says defence conference speaker
VT Group-BAE Systems shipbuilding JV awaits CVF date
Acquisitions contribute to Teledyne revenue boost
QinetiQ outlines 'robust' third-quarter performance
USN plans Super Hornet APG-79 AESA radar retrofit
Indonesia passes defence-budget boost
POF holds talks on possible arms sale to Sri Lanka
Bush moves to reduce US export licence processing times
Northrop Grumman appoints manager of KEI programme
UTC expects double-digit growth to continue in 2008
Pakistan initiates plans to strengthen shipbuilding capabilities
Northrop Grumman appoints ESS management chief
Eurocopter declares record turnover
Indian minister calls for harmonised equipment standards
Saab invests equity capital in navAero
Diehl Group's honorary chairman dies
India targets advanced technology with offset policy shift
BAE Systems purchase of Tenix Defence will help win contracts, says analyst
US sensitive technology exclusion 'does not undermine' treaty, says Browne
The week ahead: US companies prepare to announce full-year results
UK defence secretary defends DESO transfer to UKTI control
French defence ministry prepares for major job cuts
Power 8 excelled in first year, says Airbus
Snecma creates new unit for aerospace and composites
Indonesia, China reach equipment development accord
Pakistan, Ukraine sign MoU for technology co-operation
Denel looks to expand AW-109 work and take up stake in C-390 programme
Selex S&AS and Galileo Avionica adopt single trading identity
Australia pulls plug on sale of uranium to India
Australia urges Philippines to ratify delayed defence agreement
Japanese MoD orders review of procurement procedures
PCB forms aerospace and defence division
China's Gansu province defence industries record 15% hike in turnover
Indian, US officials continue defence co-operation talks
Sukhoi plans to raise aircraft production rates
Prague to discuss radar deal with US, claims RIA Novosti
IAI performs managerial reshuffle
EDA chief encourages further co-operation to boost agency's standing
Australian air review urges government to consider 'budgetary constraints'
Indonesia seeks to tap export credit funds to boost procurement
The week ahead: Thyssenkrupp holds AGM
Sanctions loom for unstable Pakistan
HAL, BAE enter advanced talks for more Indian Hawk trainers
Northrop Grumman makes Technical Services appointment
Hungary cashes in with Gripen offsets
AgustaWestland joins UK Air Rescue SAR team
UK MoD denies delay in aircraft carrier procurement
Rolls-Royce plans substantial job cuts
China and Indonesia discuss arms transfers
Northrop and Raytheon to compete for renewed US Army ACS
Northrop and Raytheon to compete for renewed US Army ACS
India calls on private sector to help cut reliance on defence imports
Chinese state-run conglomerates post revenue/profit rises
Lockheed Martin opens India office
BAE Systems Ship Repair hires new president
Russia begins Su-34 'Fullback' production
General Atomics and SENER Ingenieria y Sistemas back Predator UAS
Oshkosh, Northrop Grumman join forces on JLTV
DRS secures infrared sighting systems contract
MiG picks chief with eyes on India
Indonesia plans to buy less NAS-332 Super Pumas
China's COSTIND confirms plans for large commercial aircraft company
Philippines awaits three-force budget approval
Force Protection CEO McGilton announces retirement
Thailand's interim Cabinet approves Gripen funds
Commitments to SBAC's supply chains initiative reach 300
Lauri joins Ruag board as Swiss Federal Department of Finance representative
Northrop Grumman names Palombo in Land Forces Division role
Rolls-Royce unveils Q407 review
AIA elects Rockwell's Jones as 2008 chairman
Pakistan offers 'all necessary resources' for military overhaul
EADS eyes civil security acquisitions, says chief executive
Northrop Grumman appoints Martin Zelman
Australia plans to seek access to Lockheed Martin's Raptor
India, Malaysia near defence briefings
KC-X contenders submit final bids to USAF
DSCA declares UK MQ-9 UAV request
Force Dynamics accelerates MRAP production
The week ahead: Browne set to speak on future of NATO
US confirms suspension of export licences for Sri Lanka
Tata Power dismisses reports of defence unit transfer
US research group calls for suspension of export guidelines to China
NATO member states' military spending reaches record level
China's COSTIND plans restructure of AVIC I and II
Australian defence minister labels frigate upgrade 'a nightmare'
ST Aerospace sets up import/export facility in China
Seoul approves 9% increase in defence spending
Russia denies Iranian S-300 talks
Russian exports predicted to reach record high in 2008
New Indonesian military chief will remove business interests from armed forces
Bhutto death unlikely to affect military aid, says expert
US reiterates commitment to sell arms to Taiwan
Russia ignores US warnings with S-300 missile sale to Iran
Report calls for more private industry involvement in Indian defence deals
South Korea plans to modify M&A guidelines
Seoul mulls offers for A-37B Dragonflies
Reforms should increase investment in Chinese defence industries, says COSTIND
EDA report outlines US/European defence spending in 2006
ST Aerospace, XAICO ink JV deal to set up MRO facility
Eurofighter withdraws from two fighter replacement programmes
EDA study examines UAV sense-and-avoid technology
Taiwan's 2008 budget looks to include delayed US deal
US limits procurement funding for Asia-Pacific countries
Vietnam proposes state control for military-owned industries
Saab takes 7.5% stake in Aker Holding AS
Force Protection targets overseas markets for MRAP sales
Boeing and HAL strike aerospace manufacturing deal
EDA contracts portal makes slow start
Japanese MoD seeks approval for cut-down defence budget
Australia calls on experts to form materials partnership
Kurth appointed to head Boeing Defence UK
Embraer concludes aircraft secured-loan portfolio sale to Natixis
Patria runs ahead with first Slovenian 8x8 APC delivery
India-France HCC officials discuss technology transfer
Australia stands firm on pre-conditions for sale of ASC
L-3 joins Northrop Grumman for Electronics Patrol Experiment bid
VT expects late-January 2008 set-up for shipbuilding and support joint venture
India increases links with Vietnam as part of wider policy
India delays defence reforms again in face of multiple pressures
China plans to adapt military technologies for commercial use
UK DIS II delay will not affect industry ties, minister declares
Japanese economic woes may hit defence budget, MoD warns
Malaysia's Razak refutes claims of arms race with Indonesia
Sri Lanka eyes Indian, Russian procurement deals
Putin warns single-minded state organisations
Signatories step up for first contract in EDA's R&T programme
Patria, NHI agreement enhances helicopter lifecycle support co-operation
Romanian C-27J deal opens up further industrial collaboration
Thales Australia sets up new ISR unit
China's naval shipbuilding sector could soon outpace US, warns committee
UK's e-Borders could offset flatter US military spending, says Raytheon
Proposed Taiwan budget looks set to pass PAC-3 procurement
Congress approves FY08 defence spending
UK defence suffers from 'lack of entrepreneurship', MoD declares
US Army reconsiders MRAP requirements
Raytheon declares cash dividend amount
Finland reaches accord with NH Industries over NH90s
KC-30 hooks up with receiver aircraft via refuelling boom
Pakistan offers funds to tackle Sri Lankan insurgency
Chinese civil and defence companies join forces
Malaysia seeks to boost Su-30MKM fleet
Czech MoD terminates Pandur II contract
L-3, Boeing ink teaming agreement for USN's T-45 CLS
China, US agree on high-technology transfer guidlines
UK targets additional protected vehicles for Afghanistan
Russian defence industrial base raises output
DSCA reveals potential Tomahawk follow-on FMS sale to UK
Committee urges inclusive approach to UK-US treaty
UK announces new arms export body to take over from DESO
Boeing board approves 14% dividend
UK MoD refines search for RFA support to two companies
UK MoD awards five-year NITEworks contract to BAE Systems
UK/US collaboration on JSF may benefit from treaty
Lockheed Martin announces Huntsville director's retirement
China's military spending is 'very limited', says COSTIND
Indonesian defence industry nears loan to complete orders
Bulgaria eyes Terem privatisation
Embraer endorses buyback of common shares
Difense Konsult agrees to support Malaysian radar systems
US reaffirms military sales to Taiwan
South Korea targets arms exports to Saudi Arabia
BAE Systems declares US business does not rely on MRAP
EDA contracts portal encourages cross-border deals
The week ahead: 'UK/US Defence Trade Co-operation Treaty'
Ireland reveals 7% defence-budget hike for 2007
Sukhoi plans Indian-Russian fighter flight-testing for 2009
Russia plans to offer its BTR-90 APC to Malaysia
BAE Systems eyes move into US naval construction market
India cancels Eurocopter LOH tender
GD reveals company developments
Europe embraces defence industry market reform
US has not offered JSF to India, says defence minister
RMAF receives first Pilatus PC-7 Turbo Trainer
South Korea develops military communications system
Indian MoD urges companies to increase exports
Northrop Grumman 'well placed' for US military orders, says chief
Lloyds TSB takes on new head of aerospace and defence
BAE Systems names US homeland security vice-president
EDS' board okays stock repurchase programme
SAIC hires new chief technology officer
DCNS seeks FREMM deal with Morocco
Report to French parliament outlines 2006 export figures
BAE Systems targets growth through further acquisitions
India orders 347 T-90 MBTs from Russia
Malaysia plans support ships acquisition project
Eurocopter hires new CEO for Australian Aerospace
Saab plans industrial co-operation with Denmark
MPs criticise senior management payouts in QinetiQ privatisation
Defence committee demands greater transparency on spending in Iraq and Afghanistan
South Korea agrees to buy ARTHUR systems
Thailand expresses further interest in Chinese submarines
Indian military companies increase supply to state
Boeing opens Seattle office to aid Australian aerospace industry
DCNS plans to pitch CMS to Asia and the Middle East
Raytheon sells Flight Options to HIG Capital
Finmeccanica, DCNS, Thales weapon-system tie-up faces delay
Rolls-Royce stays silent on reports of Chinese computer hacking
DoD cuts will not affect military budget, says Australian prime minister
Harris wraps up Zandar takeover
The week ahead: Defence Committee readies Iraq report
European giants establish underwater weapon JVs
Indonesia turns to banks for military funding
South Korean shipbuilder plans Philippines shipyard
NAO report outlines UK MoD project delays and cost rises
DCNS chief warns of Russian and South Korean shipbuilding competition
Brazil commits to major investment boost
New Zealand approves RNZAF's acquisition of advanced trainer aircraft
BAE Systems and Wipro join forces on subsystem design
UK minister outlines price paid by France for CVF design share
DRDO composes report on Indian Army's infantry upgrade
France renews appeal for China embargo to be revoked
DSTO, Australian university enter R&D deal for 'energetic materials'
France and Colombia forge closer defence ties with India
Spain allocates funds to upgrade frigates
CAE teams up with Microsoft to provide simulation solutions
Lockheed Martin and Sanmina-SCI team up for US Army intercommunication bid
Denel CEO announces plans to leave
India plans to set up small-arms facilities
Airbus inks deals with Chinese aerospace industries
Pilatus plans executive shuffle
Rosoboronexport again predicts record year for foreign sales
China's vice premier pushes for technical innovation
Australian defence budget may need boost, expert warns Labor Party
Thai armed forces seek $10bn budget
Week ahead: FRES UV requirement winner expected
BAE Systems sells stake in Cybersim
Russia commits $305bn to national defence
Sir Lankan parliament passes 2008 defence budget bill
China moves to harmonise military equipment standards
QinetiQ chief urges 'radical' rethink on defence procurement
Finmeccanica plans share buyback scheme
Cubic delivers ACMI system to Japan
Chinese defence industry is progressing rapidly, says US Congress
China plans to enhance co-operation with ASEAN
Singapore, Indonesia plan DCA revival
Lockheed Martin taps Alcoa Defense for JLTV bid
BAE Systems names competitors for FRES vehicle integrator
Samsung Techwin targets armoured vehicles deal with Algeria
China reveals 19% hike in export of military vehicles
Rolls-Royce plans overseas engine plants
USAF paved way for Boeing's CSAR-X bid, claims Washington watchdog
South Korea sets sights on exports to South America
Fifth-generation fighter will have stealth technology, says Indian defence minister
EU adopts strategic framework for defence R&T
China plans to export defence equipment to Kenya
Operax inks maintenance and support deal with RNLA
USAF calls on CSAR-X bidders to update proposals
EADS may consider low-profile US defence acquisitions, says analyst
Malaysian academic plays down reports of arms race with Indonesia
AIA sets up cost-estimating council
BVR agrees strategic deal with Plurality
Indonesia looks to buy new amphibious tanks
Dongyue Group plans to issue shares on HKSE
The week ahead: Smiths Group set to hold AGM
UK MoD seeks budget hike to fund operations in Iraq and Afghanistan
Anglo-French carrier co-operation moves forward
Turkey allows three companies to bid for submarine project
Halt Galileo until funding concerns are addressed, says UK committee
Chongqing industries record 28.5% hike in military exports
Chinese vice-premier calls for commercial airliner build-up
NAO finds UK MoD achieving in equipment acquisition
US threatens Russia with sanctions for exporting arms to Iran and Syria
Switzerland suspends Pakistan export licences
Pakistan remains indifferent to potential cut in US military aid
Saab-BAE Systems offset brings economic benefits to South Africa
Indonesia and Australia sign defence co-operation treaty
Philippines House of Representatives approves 2008 defence budget
India calls on private enterprise to lift indigenous defence industry
China demands the US stop Patriot 2 upgrade sale to Taiwan
Report warns EU states to protect critical defence assets
Raytheon forges new links with Indian industry
UK MoD expects DTP to get under way in late 2008
UK surface ships JV eyes export opportunities
US, Australia should renegotiate submarine agreement, says minister
Finland tries to revive NH90 programme
Force Protection plans to up MRAP production
Lord Bach resigns from S&AS following Brown's call for whip
US GAO findings show DoD has 'empowered' programme managers
US DSCA notifies Congress of F/A-18 support sale to Kuwait
India and Russia near MTA agreement
Indonesia and China sign military exchange agreement
Baseline US budget saves Iraq debate for another day
The week ahead: the Dubai air show
Teledyne Brown Engineering names Defence Systems vice-president
BAE Systems waits on Thai election results
Thailand approaches India's HAL over possible Dhruv sale
India's OFB prepares Thai shell bid
India launches talks on Russian aircraft carrier cost escalation
Drayson's departure is a 'black day', says leading defence figure
France expects Libyan interest in fighter aircraft during visit
ASD chief urges Europe to spend more on defence R&D
SMEO Ordnance reveals plans to license produce 130,000 Colt M4 Carbines
Tata Motors plans vehicle export to Malaysia and Thailand
Lockheed Martin and RTAF near update deal on F-16s
BrahMos outlines $2bn export target for supersonic cruise missile
Bush sees extra war funding request refused
UK's Lord Drayson resigns to pursue motor-racing dream
Indonesia looks to South Korea for IFV competition
US F-16 sale to Pakistan comes under scrutiny
Norwegian defence plan includes P-3C/N replacement
Spain decides to order 575 MRAPs
Thailand acquires Embraer ERJ-135 LR aircraft
South Korea eyes Global Hawk deal with US
Asian Defence and Security 2007 show gears up for visitors
Pakistan hopes to boost IT business at Irish event
Pakistani prime minister calls for 'strong defence'
MOP development heightens concern of strikes on Iranian targets
CVF funding decision awaits BAE Systems and VT Group JV
Malaysia applies to license produce Colt M4 Carbines
EADS estimates cost of A400M delays
Latvian State Border Guard unveils AgustaWestland AW109 light utility helicopters
Carlyle names director of communications for the Americas
Rockwell Collins declares quarterly dividend
Lockheed Martin engages online service to assist collaboration with small high-tech businesses
The week ahead: Analysts await release on extent of A400M cost overruns, delays
Raytheon Company wins work to improve US Marine equipment
Fokker Elmo set to build wiring systems factory in Turkey
PT Pindad looks to sell new APC to Indonesian armed forces
South Korea, Algeria recognise need to expand defence co-operation
EADS plans New Delhi, Bangalore sourcing offices
Australia develops hand-held mission information device
Moscow will snub attempts to restrict exports, says Putin
GAO finds USAF and USN lagging in IT investment
South Korea delegation offers KAI's T-50 to UAE
South Korea exports rise 630% in 2007
Airbus chief files complaint over breach of secrecy rights
Poland places C-295M order amid heavy use overseas
Indra completes Interscan purchase
Egypt seeks to acquire 2,000 TOW 2A missiles
Israel requests US missiles and munitions under FMS
ANAO calls General Stores Inventory into question
TES plans to move avionics manufacturing to Malaysia
Indian navy receives radar-evading products
Investors will welcome move from fixed-price contracts, says analyst
BEL pays final dividend to Indian MoD
India and Germany agree to increase defence R&D co-operation
PwC urges more effective programme management
Russia forecasts explosion in defence exports to Venezuela
BAE Systems Hawk loses UAE competition
ST Electronics wraps up ECS Holdings shares sale
Raytheon unveils US Army SATCOM team
Boeing extends stock repurchase plans
Boeing and Textron team up for JLTV bid
Airbus moves talks forward in production sites sale
NATO looks at leasing lift helicopters
Irkut's order backlog stands at $5.6bn
US estimates personal cost of 'war on terror' could reach USD1.7 trillion by 2017
BAE Systems and GDLS team up for HBCT project
The week ahead: EDO plans Q3 release under pending acquisition
Boeing and Northrop Grumman team up to develop B-52H capability
EADS set to convert Irkut stake to UAC, Russia's Ivanov says
NATO endorses helicopter leasing in Afghanistan
UK MoD reconsiders second phase of DTR award
USAF sets date for CSAR-X award
Indian air force chief warns of reliance on imports
BAE Systems prepares to move Bridging business
US BIS classifies Myanmar a 'D: 1' country
DCNS and Rosoboronexport reach R&D and naval engineering accord
US Congress plans scrutiny of latest war funding request
CDC confirms plans to purchase Lagardere SCA shares in EADS
Egypt will not privatise military production, says minister
Indian defence minister urges top brass to embrace transparency
Red Dot announces formation of a new HVAC group
Morocco confirms order for FREMM multirole frigates
Egypt requests Hawkeye aircraft from US
Thales declines comment on Safran issues
EADS shareholders approve leadership changes
Northrop Grumman closes US sites due to wildfires
SMEs unable to measure direct return on international air shows, reports GAO
Eurofighter looks to submit its Typhoon in Romanian deal
US clears way for Gripen sale to Thailand
UK moves forward on counter-IED requirement
UAC development plans require major funds injection
ATK considers acquisition options
US GAO calls for revised guidelines on export exemptions
Ceradyne clinches ESBI deal with US Army
MTU Aero Engines names commercial maintenance chief
Finmeccanica adds director to remuneration and strategy committees
Sweden waits to negotiate details of Gripen deal with Thailand
Russia opts to bid for Turkish long-range missile project
Lockheed Martin, Patria team for US Marines APC bid
India and Russia sign deal to develop fifth-generation fighter
UK spending on helicopter procurement programmes hits $4.9 bn
UK minister admits post-DESO decisions to be made
Suppliers must look to future, UK DE&S head states
UK MoD must consult industry on DIS 2, SBAC chief declares
India agrees to raise cost escalation on Russian arms deals
European Commission plans procurement market measures
Safran asks Merrill Lynch to examine its options
US GAO calls for chief management officer at DoD
Chemring says profits unaffected by fatal incident
EC clears the way for BAE, VT surface ships joint venture
Mexico approves 29% defence budget rise
UK Conservatives issue warning on defence spending
Elbit Systems names ESA president and CEO
Rosoboronexport fails to confirm RD-33 deal with Iran
Thailand selects Gripen JAS 39
South Korean defence exports set to pass $1bn by year-end
South Korea nears T-50 jet trainer export deals
BAE Systems CEO Mike Turner plans to resign
ASD names Saab CEO as president
EDA issues ruling on market opening
UK MP calls DIS an 'idiotic' form of protectionism
Atkins names FRES Systems House director
Indian defence minister arrives in Russia for IRIGC forum
Chinese president pledges increase in pace of military modernisation
Australian Labor Party promises new defence white paper if elected
Stork pledges to continue talks on Candover bid
UK opens Future Submarines design office
UK Defence Committee requests industry views on US trade pact
Thailand postpones procurement of Ukrainian APCs
Lockheed Martin names Center of Innovation vice-president
Patria and DDSV agree to supply AMV 8x8 vehicles to Croatian Army
The week ahead: DESO debate date set
Harris names government relations chief
UK MoD rebuffs select committee's call to change main estimates
Russia pledges to maintain export relationship with China
Philippines Congress passes 20% defence budget hike
QinetiQ takes legal action against BAE Systems over lab fire
Cobham strikes KC-767 deal with Boeing
Saudi MoD turns to Thales for air force electronic protection system
Israel plans commercial aircraft missile-defence system
Morocco nears EC 725 deal with Eurocopter
Japanese arms export rules unlikely to change, defence sources say
ST Electronics signs IT deal with Hungary
BAE Systems and Navistar affiliate plan JLTV collaboration
Chemring launches investigation into fatal accident
Dismantling of DESO an act of 'bovine stupidity', claims MP
USN procurement chief announces resignation
Taiwan's president proposes 15% hike in military expenditure
Indonesia and Singapore defer DCA
UK chancellor confirms rise in defence spending
EADS unveils streamlined Airbus management
Poland proposes 11% rise in defence spending
Tenix sale would increase company's ability to compete, says think-tank
Sri Lanka plans 20% hike in military spending
Tenix reveals plans to invite bids
Australia requests possible sale of weapons for Super Hornets
BrahMos chief suggests Indo-Malaysian partnership
Bulgaria nears Gowind deal with DCNS
The Week Ahead: UK select committee to hold NATO meeting
Norway's 2008 defence budget looks set to rise
Thales UK/Boeing chosen as preferred bidder for FRES SOSI role
Boeing reveals Integrated Defense Systems 3Q07 deliveries
EADS expresses 'surprise' at AMF investigation of share dealing
Saab appoints deputy chief executive successor
Credit Suisse signs MoU with Vietnamese shipbuilder Vinashin
Australia set to decide on fourth AWD by year-end 2008
Greece and US sign agreement for Hellfire II missiles
Fincantieri states investment must be made in new and foreign markets
Indian MRCA bid deadline may be delayed, says defence analyst
AWD build phase approaches with Phase 3 signing
Russian exports reach record high for 2007
BAE Systems meets MIA to explore sharing engineering ideas
US DSCA tells Congress of possible MACS sale to Australia
Japan's policies on defence procurement remain unchanged
PAF looks set to receive new and used trainer aircraft
Sukhoi will promote Su-35 for export
AIA president calls on US Senate to approve US/UK Defence Trade Co-operation Treaty
EADS looks set to propose new board members
Boeing Australia president warns of skills 'drought'
US committee approves bill for Taiwan's F-16 bid
Mahindra & Mahindra aims to begin 'Axe' production 'soon'
Zodiac marine division merges with Jandy Pool Products
Portugal agrees to buy Leopard 2A6 MBTs
Week ahead: C4IST displays latest technology
France perceives future 'hard choices' on defence spending
US GAO denies Raytheon/EADS JCA protest
USN contracts Techno-Sciences for IMSS improvements
US Congress hears further presidential request to increase spending on 'war on terror'
USSOCOM contracts AV for Global Observer UAVs
Eurocopter and UK MoD open Puma life-extension JPO
USN is 'actively managing' CVN 78 risks, says spokesman
US may ratify UK defence co-operation treaty in 2008, says RUSI conference speaker
UK committee head looks for US/UK defence co-operation to bear fruit
US stalls on Taiwan F-16C/D deal
Russia's UAC may acquire VTB's EADS stake
Thailand re-approves equipment procurement plans
Witney cites 'massive inertia' in European defence industry as he prepares to exit
India's MRCA purchase faces further potential delays, warns analyst
USS Gerald R Ford looks set to go over budget, warns GAO
Force Protection appoints Gordon McGilton director and company president
Bouvier cites 'innovation, technical excellence and integration' as key to MBDA's success
Vietnamese and Bulgarian defence representatives head for Hanoi
BrahMos plans to be hypersonic in five years
Pemco protests USAF's KC-135 award to Boeing
Russia defends defence contracts with Syria
DSCA notifies Congress of possible FMS to Iraq for C-130E support and services
Shaanxi and Antonov look set to form aircraft JV
Philippines DND moves to revise defence spending
Indian MoD sets up committee to enhance defence/IT integration
The week ahead: France prepares to release 2008 defence budget
Swedish defence programmes face cuts
Proposed Smiths joint venture with GE founders
Pakistan furthers military technological development with Uzbekistan
South Korean MND proposes revised budget
Indonesia considers UH-60 purchase
Thales Communications announces senior leadership changes
Northrop Grumman names Integrated Systems chief
US Army and USMC fail to account for funding, says US GAO
Raytheon lines up Oakley purchase
DCA ratification stalls as Indonesia and Singapore differ
India agrees to accept Serbian equipment to write off debt
China to set up new aviation conglomerate, with international collaboration
Australia launches projects to develop C-17 facilities
Economic growth to stop Slovenia meeting defence-expenditure target, says MoD
Russian defence industry prepares to support energy sector
Acting Russian defence minister offers his resignation
Lula seeks new defence doctrine for Brazil
Pakistan looks to weapons systems deal with France
EADS signs strategic accord with UK government departments
Sukhoi seeks to raise production by 40%
US DoD wraps up first phase of MRAP procurement
UK government admits lack of consultation on DESO's dissolution
Sagem sets date for chief executive nomination
South Korea targets defence exports of $2bn by 2022
Chief of staff urges major expansion of Indonesian naval capabilities
Eurocopter forecasts growth in helicopter sales to China
LME Eignarhaldsfelag scuppers Candover's take-over bid for Stork
Zubkov pledges to revive Russian defence industry
GAO highlights 'weaknesses' in US DoD defence review
China urges US to cancel arms sales to Taiwan
China plans research-and-development boost of high-end defence technologies
Australian opposition calls on DMO to cut red tape
Oshkosh gears up for future growth
EADS declares communications collaboration with Cisco Systems