Iran test-flies solid-propellant ballistic missile
Iran has announced its testing of a solid-propellant intermediate-range ballistic missile, describing the missile as "new-generation" and having an "extraordinarily large capability"
03 December 2008
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China unveils new self-propelled howitzer system
China has developed a new 122 mm SP artillery system with a high level of mobility
01 December 2008
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New missile marks 'significant leap' for Iran capabilities
Iran has test-fired a new medium-range ballistic missile known as Sajil. The launch brings Moscow, Athens and southern Italy within Iran's striking range
14 November 2008
Argentina launches Gaucho with new armour kit
The Argentine Army has launched an uparmoured version of its Gaucho 4x4 all-terrain light vehicle
10 November 2008
Funding may delay UK's first JSF purchase
The UK is seeking ways of altering its participation in the F-35 programme
4 November 2008
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Opinion: Defence industry can tackle climate change
As major defence and aerospace companies meet to discuss their role in the environment, Nick Cook suggests that helping to save the planet could also help the industry to weather the current financial crisis
30 October 2008
China considers next-generation Su-33s for aircraft carrier programme
China is nearing a decision on aircraft for its aircraft carrier programme; under the current proposal, the Russian in-service Su-33 would be put back into production
28 October 2008
The Asian space race
Asian ambitions have sparked fears that the militarisation of space could gain new momentum
24 October 2008
TWNN targets disadvantaged battlefield communicators
BAE Systems is offering a COTS-based boost to lower tactical Internet capabilities
21 October 2008
Space-saving devices: militaries look to make the most of commercial satellites
Despite increasing investment in military satcom programmes, commercial satellites are likely to be exploited by armed forces for the foreseeable future
08 October 2008
North Korea may be planning Taepodong 2 trials
There is evidence suggesting that North Korea tested the first-stage engine of its Taepodong 2 long-range ballistic missile earlier this year
07 October 2008
Pakistan commissions AIP-equipped Agosta 90B
Pakistan has become the first nation bordering the Indian Ocean to acquire an air-independent propulsion submarine capability.
01 October 2008
US DoD, Lockheed Martin seek to counter F-35 critics
Critics say the multirole fighter is ill-equipped for real-life missions, but F-35 advocates contend the fighter outperforms any other operational combat aircraft
29 September 2008
Ready for launch? North Korea's new missile facility
North Korea is in the final stages of completing a new missile and space-launch facility
15 September 2008
Saab extends its special missions aircraft family
Saab has introduced new aircraft for maritime surveillance, reconnaissance and intelligence roles
03 September 2008