U.K.-based NSSLGlobal said it has secured a contract to supply satellite communications services and technology to Germany‘s Federal Office for Civil Protection and Disaster Assistance. The contract calls for the delivery of portable satcom to enable 24/7 connectivity for the office, known as BBK for short. NSSLGlobal said it will also provide voice and data...
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US Space Force General: Collaborations With Allies, Partners Key to Ensuring International Order
U.S. Space Forces Indo-Pacific Commander Brig. Gen. Anthony J. Mastalir has highlighted the importance of close cooperation with allies to address adversarial threats and maintain international stability. In a conversation hosted by the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies on Tuesday, Mastalir shared efforts from the U.S. Space Force and U.S. Space Command to actively engage...
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UK, Germany Sign Defense Pact to Improve National, Regional Security
The United Kingdom and Germany have signed the Trinity House Agreement, opening up greater economic collaboration and providing a boost to both nations and Europe’s defense capabilities amid growing Russian aggression. British Defense Secretary John Healey and German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius met in London on Wednesday to sign the pact. Among the deal’s highlights...
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Poland Plans to Acquire Heavy-Lift Helicopters to Transport Troops
The Polish government is considering acquiring heavy-lift helicopters to improve its logistics capabilities, Polish National Defence Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz said. According to a Defense News report, the minister named Boeing’s CH-47F Chinook among the aircraft being considered. Boeing’s Chinook tandem rotor design offers increased stability and control, making the aircraft ideal for loading and unloading...
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NATO Military Committee Chair: Alliance Ready to Defend Interests in Arctic
NATO will continue to defend its members’ interests in the Arctic region amid increasingly complex relations with Russia and China, according to Adm. Rob Bauer, chair of the NATO Military Committee. Speaking during his keynote speech at the 11th Arctic Circle Assembly on Saturday, Bauer assured member states of the alliance’s commitment, unveiling new defense...
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Australia Bares $4.7B Plan to Purchase Long-Range US Missiles
The Australian government plans to procure Standard Missile 2 Block IIIC and Standard Missile 6 missiles from the United States for the Royal Australian Navy’s Hobart‑class destroyers and Hunter‑class frigates. Canberra said Tuesday that the acquisition, valued at about $4.7 billion, will boost the layered strike and missile defense capability of RAN’s surface combatant fleet,...
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Leonardo, Thales Build Defense Laser System for British Royal Air Force
A new air defense laser built by Team Pellonia, comprising Leonardo UK, Thales UK and the British defense ministry’s Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, will be installed on the Royal Air Force’s intelligence-gathering aircraft Shadow R2 and A400M transporter, among other units. According to the British government, the team conducted successful live trials at the...
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Lockheed Martin Skunk Works, Royal Netherlands Aerospace Centre Form Security Partnership
Lockheed Martin Skunk Works and the Royal Netherlands Aerospace Centre, NLR for short, have signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance the defense capabilities of the Netherlands, the United States and their allies. The MOU, signed Thursday in Washington, will serve as a framework for cooperation in initiatives such as military operational analysis, technology road...
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Japan Requests Sale of Rolling Airframe Missiles From US
The U.S. Department of State has approved Japan’s request to acquire 212 RIM-116E RAM Block 2B tactical missiles and related equipment. The RAM Block 2 missile uses passive radio frequency and infrared guidance to destroy anti-ship missiles. RTX will be the principal contractor of the possible $360 million foreign military sale, which also includes RAM guided...
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Australia Expects Apache Deliveries to Commence in Q4 2025
The first batch of 29 AH-64 Apache helicopters Australia ordered from Boeing in 2022 is expected to be delivered in the fourth quarter of 2015, kicking off the phaseout of the Tiger ARH, Australian Army Maj. Gen. Richard Vagg told Breaking Defense. According to the general, the military service will operate the Apaches from the...