BAE Systems has received a $355 million contract to support the Royal Navy’s shared infrastructure, combat management systems and warship networks. Under the award, the British defense company will maintain and modernize several solutions installed on a wide range of Royal Navy ships, including Type 23 frigates, Type 45 destroyers and Queen Elizabeth Class aircraft...
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Israel Taps Elbit Systems for F-16I Self-Protection Solution
Elbit Systems has received a contract valued at up to $80 million from Israel’s Ministry of Defence to integrate an advanced Airborne Self-Protection Suite on the Israeli Air Force’s F-16I fleet. The contract will see the Israeli defense company install an electronic warfare technology with an advanced electro-optical passive missile warning and launch detection system....
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Canada, UK Fund Quantum Technology Collaborative Research Projects
The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada and UK Research and Innovation has announced over $7 million in funding for 10 Canada-United Kingdom collaborative projects focused on quantum technologies. The eligible research initiatives are focused on quantum communication security, quantum internet and quantum sensors for detecting brain disorders, each eventually contributing to Canada’s...
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Defense Minister: Canada to Meet NATO Minimum Defense Spending by 2027
Canada could appropriate 2 percent of its gross domestic product for defense spending by 2027 to meet a NATO requirement, Canadian Defense Minister Bill Blair said. Blair, in an interview with CBC News, expressed his optimism that the target could be met five years ahead of the planned 2032 deadline announced by outgoing Prime Minister...
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Kongsberg Maritime Propulsion System to Power Indonesian Fast Attack Crafts
Kongsberg Maritime, a Norwegian maritime solutions manufacturer, announced that it has secured a contract to power the Indonesian Navy’s two KCR-70 Fast Attack Crafts with advanced propulsion and maneuvering technology. The KCR-70, with the Kongsberg solution, is expected to offer improved maneuverability, propulsion speed and speed. The Norwegian company’s technology features an innovative propulsion system,...
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Leonardo Expands Agreement With Saudi Arabia to Advance Aerospace, Defense Tech
Italian defense company Leonardo has signed a memorandum of understanding with Saudi Arabia, expanding a collaborative agreement to advance aerospace and defense technologies. The agreement was sealed during bilateral meetings between Italy and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on Sunday. Under the latest MOU, Leonardo will work with domestic businesses and other organizations in the...
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Splunk Cyber Solution Gains Australian IRAP Certification
Splunk, a Cisco business, announced that its Cloud SOAR program has completed the Australian Cyber Security Centre’s Infosec Registered Assessors Program assessment, allowing national agencies to adopt the solution. According to Splunk, achieving the IRAP Protected level reflects the company’s commitment to supporting government clients in their pursuit of digital resilience. The platform enables users...
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Rolls-Royce Secures $11.2B UK Nuclear Submarine Support Contract
Rolls-Royce Submarines has signed an eight-year Unity contract worth $11.2 billion with the United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence that allows the UK Royal Navy to access research and technology, design, manufacture, and in-service support to maintain its fleet of nuclear-powered submarines. Steve Carlier, president of Rolls-Royce Submarines, said the deal strengthens his company’s partnership with...
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AWS Cyber Grant Initiative to Improve UK Educational Sector’s Cyber Posture
Amazon Web Services has introduced the AWS UK Cyber Education Grant Program, designed to enhance the cybersecurity capabilities of educational institutions in the United Kingdom. The $6.2 million program is available to all educational institutions, including state and private schools, higher education institutions, and multi-academy trusts. It aims to improve cyber capabilities, including advanced ransomware...
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Japan Selects Shield AI’s V-BAT Drone for Maritime Surveillance
Japan has selected Shield AI’s V-BAT unmanned aircraft system as the country’s first maritime-based intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance platform. Shield AI said the award marks the beginning of a multi-year partnership, enabling the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force to acquire multiple V-BAT units. The Diplomat previously reported that the Japanese cabinet had approved the purchase of...