Germany’s Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support has contracted Safran Electronics & Defense Germany for advanced infrared multifunction binoculars. Safran did not disclose the exact product it will supply to the defense acquisition office but said the new binoculars will enhance the German infantry’s operational capabilities, providing day and night observation...
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Lithuanian Minister Calls for Revised NATO Minimum Defense Spending
NATO member states must agree on a minimum defense spending of at least 3 percent of their gross domestic product, visiting Lithuanian Defense Minister Dovile Sakaliene emphasized during her visit to The Hague on Wednesday. During her trip, Sakaliene participated in various meetings with leaders to discuss current and future regional challenges, including the importance...
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Lithuanian Government Delivers Drones, Telescopic Loaders, Thermal Imaging Tech to Ukraine
The government of Lithuania has reaffirmed its support for Ukraine in its fight against Russia by sending a new batch of military equipment to Kyiv. The Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence announced on Monday that it has transferred unmanned aerial vehicles, thermal imaging equipment and telescopic loaders to the Ukrainian armed forces. “We cannot slow...
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Germany Orders Rheinmetall Logistics Vehicles Worth Over $342M
The Bundeswehr, Germany’s armed forces, has awarded Rheinmetall a contract for 568 logistics vehicles valued at $342 million. The order includes 349 unprotected transport trucks in 5-ton and 15-ton models, as well as 219 trucks equipped with swap-body systems, some of which will feature protected driver cabs. Rheinmetall said deliveries of the swap-body trucks are...
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Sweden Demonstrates Swarm Drones, Aims to Improve Intelligence, Surveillance Capabilities
Sweden has showcased the capabilities of its swarming unmanned aerial vehicle fleet, enhancing its armed forces’ intelligence and surveillance capabilities. A video shared with Defense News demonstrated the drones’ abilities, including high-resolution imagery and artificial intelligence-powered analysis. These features provide officials on the ground with immediate access to actionable insights, accelerating the decision-making process. Aerospace...
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Official: US Navy Working on Anti-Drone Laser System
The U.S. Navy is currently testing a new shipborne directed laser energy weapon, Vice Adm. George Wikoff, commander of U.S. Naval Forces Central Command, Fifth Fleet and Combined Maritime Forces, disclosed at the recent Manama Air Power Symposium in Bahrain. Wikoff refrained from providing specifics about the ship and the laser system but mentioned that...
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Ericsson, Palo Alto Networks Partner With IBM to Develop Great Britain’s Emergency Services Network
Ericsson and Palo Alto Networks have partnered with IBM UK to develop the Emergency Services Network in Great Britain, which is comprised of England, Wales and Scotland. The multiyear project, led by the U.K. Home Office, aims to provide a secure communications platform for over 300,000 emergency responders, such as police, fire and ambulance services....
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Netherlands Taps Raytheon to Replenish Its Patriot Air Defense System in $529M Deal
RTX subsidiary Raytheon has secured a $529 million contract to supply the Netherlands with a Patriot air and missile defense system fire unit and associated equipment, replenishing the unit it donated to Ukraine. The contract, executed through direct commercial sales, includes a fire unit consisting of radar, launchers, command and control stations, and additional support...
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New Zealand Boosts Maritime Search, Rescue Capabilities
The New Zealand government has allocated funding to enhance critical communication networks for Maritime New Zealand and Coastguard New Zealand. Transport Minister Simeon Brown and Associate Transport Minister Matt Doocey announced the funding, emphasizing its importance in improving search and rescue operations and overall maritime safety. Brown said the funding will upgrade the National Maritime...
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New Zealand Army Names New Signals, EW Unit Head
The New Zealand Army has appointed Lt. Col. Emily Hume to lead the 1st Command Support Regiment, or 1CSR, succeeding Lt. Col. Kate Hockings-Mackie. Hume said that in her new role, she would focus on delivering Network Enabled Army capabilities for land-based operations, including modernized planning, intelligence and communications systems. 1CSR, an operational unit of the 1st...