The Swedish Defence Materiel Administration has awarded Ovzon a contract to test the capability of the technology company’s satellite communication systems and services to control unmanned ground vehicles at great distances. The demonstration, to be performed in Sweden, is scheduled for the second half of November. It will involve mobile satellite terminals and satcom services...
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UK Starts Negotiations With Shortlisted Contractors for Small Modular Reactor Program
The U.K. government has begun negotiations with the four vendors vying for small modular reactor contracts in the country. GE Hitachi, Holtec, Rolls Royce SMR and Westinghouse made the shortlist after clearing assessments from state-owned nuclear energy and fuels company Great British Nuclear. Their design proposals underwent reviews to determine their safety and deliverability. The...
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Leidos, University of Edinburgh Collaborate to Explore AI-Enabled Technology Uses
U.S. defense company Leidos is collaborating with the University of Edinburgh’s Bayer Centre to explore artificial intelligence and data science solutions. The partnership combines Leidos’ Trusted Mission AI and other technologies with the center’s cutting-edge research to develop innovative, highly reliable AI-enabled solutions. It aims to train the next generation of the AI workforce, particularly...
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Lockheed Martin, HENSOLDT to Develop Radar Systems for Maritime Use
Lockheed Martin has signed a memorandum of understanding with German sensor technology firm HENSOLDT to develop innovative solutions for maritime customers. Paul Lemmo, vice president and general manager for integrated warfare systems and sensors at Lockheed Martin, and HENSOLDT CEO Oliver Dorre signed the agreement on Thursday. The intended collaboration will center on maritime command...
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BAE Systems Explores Defense Technology Development With Hensoldt Company ESG
British defense contractor BAE Systems is collaborating with Hensoldt company ESG to explore how their technologies can improve defense capabilities. According to a memorandum of understanding signed by the two companies, the effort will focus on autonomous platforms, training and mission systems for multidomain operations. The partnership builds on the two companies’ recent projects, including...
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General Dynamics, KNDS to Develop New Artillery System for Swiss Army
Switzerland’s armasuisse procurement agency has selected KNDS Deutschland and General Dynamics European Land Systems to build a new artillery system for the Swiss Armed Forces. It plans to submit the procurement request to Parliament in 2025. The combination of KNDS’ 155 mm artillery gun module and GDELS’ PIRANHA IV heavy mission carrier will add a...
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Embraer C-390 to Transport Sweden’s Soldiers, Military Equipment
Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer said Sweden has selected the C-390 Millennium as its new tactical transport aircraft for the NATO partner’s defense modernization. The contract makes Sweden the sixth NATO country to choose the aircraft as a logistics option, following the Netherlands, Austria and Portugal, improving interoperability within the alliance. According to Embraer, the Millennium...
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Israel, Germany Discuss Plans for Arrow-3 Deployment in 2025
Germany and Israel have begun preparations to deploy the Arrow-3 missile interception system in Germany. The German government acquired the anti-ballistic missile from Israel Aerospace Industries in 2023 through a $3.5 billion deal after receiving approval from the United States. Berlin earlier said its air force expects to receive Arrow-3 by the fourth quarter of...
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Canada Invests $57M in Ericsson’s 5G Development Project
The Canadian government is investing $56.8 million in a collaborative effort with communications tech firm Ericsson to develop 5G solutions and enhance the country’s telecommunications industry. According to Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, the investment, finalized by François-Philippe Champagne, minister of innovation, science and industry, will come from the Strategic Innovation Fund, which supports...
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Thales, Exail Receive Contract to Improve France’s Naval Mine Detection Capabilities
France has tapped Thales and Exail to improve its naval mine detection capability by delivering eight autonomous underwater vehicles based on the A18-M AUV. The order, which falls under the country’s SLAMF future mine warfare system program, includes equipping the vessels with Thales’ SAMDIS 600 sonar. The deal, which includes an option for an additional eight...