The live-fire test, called Taipan Strike 26, took place at Australia’s Woomera Test Range and involved the U.S. Navy A CEA-built radar tracked the target while virtualized Aegis handled command and control from a small expeditionary setup The prototype draws on the Aegis baseline built for Hunter-class frigates and Hobart-class destroyers Lockheed Martin has supported...
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Thales, Destinus Partner on Counter-UAS, Long-Range Strike, Air Defense
The partnership combines Destinus’ interceptor technologies with Thales’ air defense systems and production capabilities Joint efforts include integrating the Hornet interceptor with Thales counter-UAS systems and radars The companies will also develop long-range strike and ground-based air interception capabilities Thales and Destinus have signed a cooperation agreement to jointly develop counter-unmanned aerial systems and long-range strike...
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KBR, Unipart, IBM Form Team ORION to Support UK Defense Ministry
The venture is built as a single integrated team rather than the usual multi-supplier setup The partners will lay out their approach at the Farnborough International Airshow on July 21 Team ORION is planning to work with UK suppliers and open opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises KBR has joined with Unipart and IBM to...
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Arlington Capital Partners Launches Highwater to Bolster Naval Preservation Across US, Australian, Allied Fleets
The naval services platform combining Eptec Defence and AMP United will serve U.S., Australian and allied fleets The platform brings together over 600 employees across six locations to support vessel preservation, repair and specialist services The launch comes as AUKUS and other allied security partnerships are deepening demand for shared naval sustainment capacity across the...
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NATO Unveils Space, Strike & Air Defense Initiatives at Ankara Industry Forum
Eight allies launched HALO, a project exploring a networked megaconstellation of military satellites Allies pledged more than $40 billion for counter-drone capabilities over five years NSPA will buy 700 PAC-2 and 200 PAC-3 missiles amid a broader air defense and strike push NATO rolled out a slate of capability initiatives Tuesday at its Summit Defense...
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US, Vietnam Strengthen Defense Ties in Hanoi Meeting
Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister General Phan Van Giang met with Acting US Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao in Hanoi on June 22 Both sides have reaffirmed commitment to deepening defense cooperation across maritime security, training and defense industry collaboration The meeting has also addressed war legacy issues, including a $130 million...
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RAF Typhoons Support NATO Air Policing Effort in Romania
The RAF deployment in Romania is supporting the NATO air policing mission on the alliance’s eastern flank The British and Romanian forces maintain integrated quick reaction alert operations under NATO command Operation Biloxi reinforces allied air defense readiness and interoperability in the region Royal Air Force personnel deployed to Romania under Operation Biloxi are supporting...
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Philippines, Vietnam Sign Defense, Digital Transformation Agreements
The Philippines and Vietnam elevate ties through new strategic partnership agreements The countries expand cooperation in digital transformation, defense, tourism and education The technology pact focuses on AI, cybersecurity and emerging digital capabilities The Philippines and Vietnam have signed four cooperation agreements spanning defense, digital transformation, tourism and education after formally elevating bilateral relations to...
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US, Poland Complete New DABS Facility to Boost NATO Eastern Flank Readiness
The U.S. and Poland have completed a major logistics hub at Powidz Air Base The facility will support the rapid deployment of expeditionary air base capabilities The project strengthens NATO readiness and allied operations on the eastern flank U.S. and Polish officials have marked the completion of a new Deployable Air Base System, or DABS,...
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India, Sweden Upgrade Ties to Strategic Partnership Focused on Tech, Trade & Defense
India and Sweden elevate ties to strategic partnership status The countries aim to double trade and investment within five years The agreement expands cooperation in defense, technology and supply chains India and Sweden have upgraded their bilateral relationship to a strategic partnership as Europe seeks deeper economic and strategic ties with India. The Swedish government...