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IDEX 2019: Osprey still attracting strong interest in Middle East
Interest in the V-22 Osprey is continuing to grow in the Middle East, as forces look to deploy expeditionary operations. Source: US Marine Corps/Cpl. Trever StatzBoeing awarded EPAWSS contract modification for F-15E
The F-15E Strike Eagle should be equipped with the new EPAWSS electronic warfare pod in the early 2020s, although the status of the upgrade for the F-15C remains unclear. Source: US Air ForceIDEX 2019: Calidus aims B-250 at Middle East, North African market
Calidus displayed the B-250 at IDEX 2019, and will be marketing it to Saudi Arabia and the region. Source: IHS Markit/Patrick AllenSouth Korea confirms potential aircraft swap deal with Spain
South Korea’s DAPA has confirmed a proposal from Spain to swap A400M transport aircraft (pictured) for Korean-produced platforms thought to include the KAI KT-1 and T-50 trainer aircraft. Source: IHS Markit/Gareth Jennings
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IDEX 2019: Emirati development fund launches technology competition
The UAE’s Defence and Security Development Fund (DSDF) announced the launch of a competition to develop new intellectual property (IP) in the country on 20 February. Working alongside the Sandooq Al Watan fund and Advanced PyroTechnics (APT) under the UAE’s Centurium Challenge, the
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IDEX 2019: Fincantieri pursues co-operation with Abu Dhabi Shipbuilding
Italian state-controlled shipbuilder Fincantieri announced on 21 February that it had agreed to pursue industrial co-operation with Abu Dhabi Shipbuilding at the Abu Dhabi 2019 International Defence Exhibition & Conference (IDEX 2019). Although no formal agreement was signed, the two companies
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IDEX 2019: QinetiQ joint venture nears readiness
QinetiQ’s Houbara target drone joint venture (JV) is continuing to stand up its capabilities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), following its formation in late 2017. Speaking to Jane’s at the IDEX 2019 trade show in Abu Dhabi, QinetiQ’s international business development director,
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MTU Aero Engines’ revenue hits new high
German aircraft propulsion manufacturer MTU Aero Engines generated record levels of revenue in its 2018 financial year, according to a financial statement released on 20 February. The company, which is responsible for the EJ200 engine used on the Eurofighter Typhoon, reported that it had recorded
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Naval Group continues profit growth in 2018
French shipbuilder Naval Group released details of its financial performance on 21 February, with results for 2018 showing continued improvements in sales and profitability. The group generated annual revenue of EUR3,608 million (USD3,147 million) in 2018, a rise of 13.0% from 2017, thanks in large
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Keep on keeping on: South America’s navies strive to sustain submarine capabilities
Faced with ageing submarine fleets - many fast approaching the end of their service lives - a number of South American navies have launched programmes to upgrade or replace them. Tim Fish reports -
Canberra’s capabilities: Australia country briefing
The disruption of long-held assumptions underpinning Australia's strategic posture has moved the country's international security outlook from stable to unsettled. Julian Kerr reports -
Battle space: UK efforts to secure its celestial flank
With many of the vital civil and military systems becoming ever more reliant on satellite technology, the UK is reorganising and reinvesting in the space domain. Gareth Jennings explores the UK’s renewed focus on space as it attempts to safeguard its terrestrial interests
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IDEX 2019: New Didgori models break cover
Georgia’s Delta State Military Scientific-Technical Centre has expanded its family of Didgori vehicles, launching the 4×4 tactical patrol variant Didgori Meomari Tactical Armoured Modular Vehicle and exhibiting a mortar carrier variant of the vehicle at IDEX 2019. The mortar carrier
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MBDA Deutschland eyes HELWS opportunity with German Navy
The German Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology, and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) is expected to release a statement of work, and a subsequent request for proposals later this year for integration of a high-energy laser weapon system (HELWS) demonstrator on board a German
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IDEX 2019: AIO develops integrated soldier-worn display for Egyptian special forces
Arab International Optronics (AIO) has developed the Egyptian Integrated Soldier System (EISS) and showcased it at the IDEX exhibition in Abu Dhabi in February. AIO is owned 49% by Thales Group and 51% by the Egyptian government. The EISS is an integrated surveillance and aiming ensemble that
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Russian deploys new CBRN vehicle to Syria
Russia has deployed its newest chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) reconnaissance vehicle to Syria to operate with military police units patrolling the Idlib de-escalation zone. An RKhM-6 vehicle was seen in footage shown by the Russia 24 television network on 7 November that was
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Boeing awarded EPAWSS contract modification for F-15E
Boeing has been awarded a USD24.1 million contract modification related to the Eagle Passive/Active Warning and Survivability System (EPAWSS) upgrade for the F-15E Strike Eagle combat aircraft. The contract, which was awarded by the US Department of Defense (DoD) on 21 February, is for hardware and
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IDEX 2019: New Didgori models break cover
Georgia’s Delta State Military Scientific-Technical Centre has expanded its family of Didgori vehicles, launching the 4×4 tactical patrol variant Didgori Meomari Tactical Armoured Modular Vehicle and exhibiting a mortar carrier variant of the vehicle at IDEX 2019. The mortar carrier
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Singapore discloses further details of Invincible-class submarines
Key Points Singapore has given further details on the capabilities of its new Type 218SG submarines The vessels will be equipped with indigenously developed data analytics as well as sense-making systems Singapore’s Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) has disclosed further details of its new Type
