The Netherlands plans to equip its soldiers with technology to protect against unmanned aerial vehicle attacks. Gijs Tuinman, the state secretary for defence, said in a letter to Parliament that his office seeks to acquire personal anti-drone kits. The decision comes as the country faces an increasing need for such equipment, particularly in light of...
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Report: Slovakia to Spend $583M on Israeli Air Defense System
Israel’s Ministry of Defense has announced that Slovakia is purchasing a Barak MX defense system, developed by Israel Aerospace Industries, for $583 million, according to a Breaking Defense report. The system is intended to protect against various aerial threats. The ministry described the purchase as a “landmark deal,” marking Israel’s largest transaction with the Central European...
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Italian Air Force Modernization Advances With Purchase of 24 Eurofighter Typhoon
The NATO Eurofighter and Tornado Management Agency, or NEMA, has signed a contract for Italy to purchase up to 24 units of the Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft. The NEMA deal with the four-nation Eurofighter consortium, composed of Italy, Spain, Germany and the United Kingdom, further provides momentum to the Italian Air Force’s modernization program. According to Leonardo,...
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British Army Trials Anti-Drone Radio Wave Weapon From Thales-Led Consortium
The British Army has tested a radio frequency directed energy weapon system developed by a consortium led by Thales UK. The consortium includes key subcontractors QinetiQ, Teledyne e2v and Horiba Mira. The trial took place at a range in West Wales, where the Royal Artillery Trials and Development Unit, along with the 7 Air Defence...
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Elbit to Equip Germany’s A350 Aircraft With Self-Protection System
Elbit Systems Deutschland has contracted Lufthansa Technik to equip the German government’s Airbus A350 aircraft with its J-MUSIC directed infrared countermeasure, or DIRCM, self-protection system. The contract, signed after a decision by the Federal Office for Equipment, Information Technology and Operations of the Bundeswehr, spans five years and represents the first installation of Elbit’s DIRCM...
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Bundeswehr, MBDA-Saab Joint Venture Team Up for Taurus Missiles Upgrade
The German armed forces have contracted Taurus Systems, a joint venture between MBDA Deutschland and Saab Dynamics, to enhance the Taurus stand-off weapon system. The agreement includes a comprehensive modernization of Taurus cruise missiles, which will involve maintenance and technological upgrades to meet the evolving requirements of the air-to-surface weapon and extend its operational readiness...
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Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, Norway Seal New Air Defense Solutions Deal
Norwegian aerospace solutions provider Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace will provide Norway with multi-missile canister launchers and fire distribution centers under a $239 million contract. According to a company statement Dec. 19, the new order is an option included in the National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System contract, providing Oslo an opportunity to acquire more NASAMS technology....
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Red 6, BAE Systems Demonstrate AR Solution to Improve RAF Pilot Training
Military training solutions provider Red 6 has showcased the capabilities of an airborne augmented reality training system for the United Kingdom’s Royal Air Force. BAE Systems led the technology’s in-flight demonstrations using a Hawk TMk2 aircraft. If deployed, the Red 6-developed ATARS, short for Advanced Tactical AR System, will equip the RAF pilot trainees with...
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UK, Norway to Collaborate on Counter-Eavesdropping R&D
The United Kingdom is set to collaborate with Norway to improve the two nations’ counter-eavesdropping operations. Under the agreement announced during British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s visit to Bergen last week, the UK National Authority for Counter-Eavesdropping and the Norwegian National Security Authority will launch research and development projects focused on advancing technical security. UK...
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Greece to Purchase $130M Worth of US Drones, Armored Vehicles
The U.S. Department of State has approved a potential foreign military sale to Greece worth approximately $130 million for Aerosonde uncrewed aircraft systems and armored security vehicles, along with related logistical and program support. Athens requested Aerosonde drones equipped with Lycoming engines, GPS with anti-spoofing features, and various payloads and subsystems. The request also includes...