Monthly Archives: October, 2024

Navy

Israel Shipyards Unveils Mini SHALDAG FPC at EURONAVAL 2024

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Israel Shipyard Mini SHALDAG FPC: Paris, November 2024 – Israel Shipyards, a global leader in maritime defense solutions, has made waves at EURONAVAL 2024 with the introduction of its latest innovation: the Mini SHALDAG. This new addition to the renowned SHALDAG Fast Patrol Craft (FPC) family is specifically designed to navigate the challenges of riverine and lake environments, offering a powerful and agile solution for inland waterway security.

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Navy

Navantia begins AIP Installation for S-83 Submarine

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Navantia begins AIP installation on S-83 submarine: Cartagena, Spain (October 31, 2023) – Navantia, the renowned Spanish shipbuilding company, has initiated the installation of Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) equipment onto the S-83 submarine at its shipyard in Cartagena. This groundbreaking technology is poised to elevate the S80 class submarines to the pinnacle of conventional submarine…

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Army

Rheinmetall, Croatia’s DOK-ING Sign MoU to Develop Unmanned Ground Systems

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Rheinmetall, Croatia DOK-ING sign MoU for Unmanned Ground Systems (UGS): Düsseldorf, Germany – October 28, 2024 – Rheinmetall AG, a leading international technology group, and DOK-ING, a Croatian manufacturer of unmanned ground systems (UGS), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a joint venture. This strategic partnership aims to develop and market advanced UGS solutions for military and civilian applications.

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Air Force

PM Modi, Spain’s Pedro Sanchez open Tata-Airbus plant in India

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Tata-Airbus C295 Plant: Vadodara, India. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Spanish counterpart Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez Monday jointly inaugurated India’s first private military production facility in Vadodara in Western State of Gujarat. This Tata-Airbus joint facility has been built in collaboration with European defence and aerospace giant Airbus. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had laid the foundation stone for this aircraft production facility in October 2022.

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Air Force

Tata-Airbus: India-Spain PMs to open C-295 production facility in Vadodara

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India PM Narendra Modi, Spain PM Pedro Sanchez to open Tata-Airbus C-295 production facility: Vadodara, India (October 28, 2024): India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez will today jointly open the Tata-Airbus joint venture’s state-of-the-art facility to manufacture C-295 military transport aircraft in Vadodara, Gujarat. This facility, which is India’s first private sector production facility to manufacture military aircraft in the country, is dedicated to the manufacturing of the C-295 military transport aircraft for the Indian Air Force (IAF).

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Air Force

US Bolsters Taiwan’s Defences with $2 Billion Arms Deal

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US approves $2 billion arms package for Taiwan: The United States has approved a significant arms sale to Taiwan, valued at approximately $1.988 billion, in a move aimed at bolstering the island nation’s defense capabilities against a backdrop of rising tensions with China. This marks the 17th arms sale authorized by the Biden administration to Taiwan and comes amidst increased Chinese military activity around the Taiwan Strait.

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News

EDGE Group’s MALATH Partners with ERA RF Technologies for Sat Comm

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EDGE Group’s MALATH partners ERA RF Technologies: Abu Dhabi, UAE (October 26, 2024): EDGE Group’s MALATH, a company dedicated to facilitating trade with Turkish companies, has joined forces with ERA RF Technologies, a leading Turkish provider of advanced communication solutions. The partnership, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed at SAHA Expo 2024, aims to enhance satellite communication capabilities in critical sectors.

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Army

Rheinmetall Delivers 20 Additional Marder IFVs to Ukraine

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Rheinmetall delivers Marder IFVs to Ukraine: Düsseldorf, Germany (October 28, 2024) – Rheinmetall has continued its support for Ukraine’s defense efforts by delivering an additional 20 Marder infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs) to the Ukrainian armed forces. This latest delivery brings the total number of combat vehicles supplied by Rheinmetall, both directly and through ring exchanges, to approximately 200.

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Fincantieri Opens Innovation Antenna in San Francisco to Drive Dual-Use Technologies

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Fincantieri Opens Innovation Antenna in San Francisco: Trieste/San Francisco, October 25, 2024: Fincantieri, a global leader in shipbuilding, has announced the opening of an Innovation Antenna at the Mind the Bridge Innovation Center in San Francisco. This strategic move aims to position the company at the forefront of the global technology landscape and foster the development of innovative dual-use technologies.

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Army

India, China Agree to Disengage Troops in Ladakh: Vikram Misri

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India-China Agree to Disengage Troops in Ladakh: In a significant step towards easing tensions along their disputed Himalayan border, India Monday announced on that it has reached a mutual agreement with China to disengage their troops from several friction points in the Ladakh region. The decision, based on a statement made by India’s External Affairs Secretary, Vikram Misri, marks a crucial breakthrough in the ongoing border standoff that has been simmering for four-and-a-half-years.

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Navy

GE Aerospace’s LM2500 Will Power India’s Next Generation Missile Vessels

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GE Aerospace’s LM2500 for Indian Navy’s missile vessels:  Evendale, OH – GE Aerospace’s LM2500 marine gas turbine engine has been selected to power the Indian Navy’s Next Generation Missile Vessels (NGMV), built by Cochin Shipyard Limited in Kochi, India. This selection marks a significant milestone in India’s naval modernization efforts and further reinforces the LM2500’s reputation as the leading marine gas turbine engine in its class.

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World Market

EDGE Group’s ORYXLABS, UAE Cyber Security Council sign MoU

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Oryxlab UAE Cyber Security Council MoU: Dubai, United Arab Emirates – In a significant move to bolster cybersecurity in the UAE and the wider region, the UAE Cyber Security Council and ORYXLABS, a leading provider of advanced cyber solutions, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The partnership aims to coordinate efforts on information security and digital resilience, sharing insights on security risks and jointly responding to incidents.

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Aviation

REPMUS 2024: Schiebel CAMCOPTER S-100 shows multi-mission capabilities

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Schiebel CAMCOPTER S-100 REPMUS 2024: Vienna, Austria – October 16, 2024 – Schiebel, a leading provider of unmanned aerial systems (UAS), participated in the NATO-supported REPMUS 2024 exercise, showcasing the multi-mission capabilities of its CAMCOPTER S-100. For the third consecutive year, the S-100 proved its worth in maritime operations, excelling in various missions including Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW), Mine Counter Measures (MCM), and Rapid Environmental Assessment (REA).

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Army

A New European Tank Powerhouse: Leonardo and Rheinmetall form JV

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Rheinmetall-Leonardo form JV for Tank Production: Rome, Italy – October 16, 2024 – In a move that promises to reshape the European tank production landscape, defense giants Leonardo and Rheinmetall have announced the formation of a joint venture, Leonardo Rheinmetall Military Vehicles (LRMV). This strategic partnership aims to develop and produce advanced military combat vehicles, initially for the Italian Army and subsequently for global markets.

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Navy

India-General Atomics sign $4 billion deal for 31 MQ-9B Drones

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India signs $4 bn deal for 31 MQ-9B drones: New Delhi, India – In a major boost to its military capabilities, India has signed a $4 billion deal with General Atomics to acquire 31 MQ-9B Predator drones. This significant purchase, approved by the Cabinet Committee on Security last week, comes as part of India’s broader strategy to enhance its surveillance capabilities along critical fronts, particularly against China.

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World

Netherlands Bolsters Air Defenses with NASAMS and NOMADS from Kongsberg

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Netherlands to buy Kongsberg’s NASAMS, NOMADS Systems: The Netherlands is taking a significant step towards strengthening its air defense capabilities with the planned acquisition of NASAMS and NOMADS systems from Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (Kongsberg). This proposed deal, which has been valued at approximately NOK 11 billion ($1.1 billion, GBP 870 million), comes as part of the country’s comprehensive CITADEL program for integrated air and missile defense.

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Rheinmetall Unveils Cutting-Edge Defense Solutions at AUSA 2024

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Rheinmetall at AUSA 2024: Washington, D.C. – October 15, 2024 – Rheinmetall, a global leader in defense technology, showcased a range of innovative solutions at the AUSA Annual Meeting & Exposition. From unmanned ground vehicles to advanced artillery systems, Rheinmetall’s offerings address the evolving needs of modern militaries.One of the highlights of the Rheinmetall exhibit was the S-MET prototype, a modular, unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) designed to support dismounted infantry soldiers. Recently selected for the first phase of the Army’s Small Multi-Purpose Equipment Transport (S-MET) Increment II Vehicle Program, the S-MET leverages Rheinmetall’s decades of UGV experience to deliver a platform that meets the Army’s stringent requirements for range, speed, maneuverability, and payload capacity.

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India-China Border: Rajnath Opens 750 Infrastructure Projects

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh opens 750 projects on China border: New Delhi, India – In a significant move to strengthen its border infrastructure and enhance national security, India has inaugurated 750 new projects undertaken by the Border Roads Organization (BRO). These projects, spread across 11 states and union territories, have been dedicated to the nation by Defense Minister Rajnath Singh.

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Navy

India Approves Nuclear Submarines and MQ-9B Drones

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India Cabinet clears Nuclear Submarines, MQ-9B drones: New Delhi, India – The Indian government has given the green light for two major defense procurements: the indigenous construction of nuclear-powered attack submarines and the purchase of 31 MQ-9B remotely piloted aircraft from the United States. These acquisitions will significantly bolster the capabilities of the Indian Navy and Armed Forces.

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Air Force

France Unveils UCAV Program to Complement Rafale F5 Fighter Jets

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Dassault Aviation’s UCAV to complement 5th Gen Rafale Fighter Jets: Saint-Cloud, France – The French government has announced the development of an unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) that will complement the future Rafale F5 standard after 2030. The announcement was made by Sébastien Lecornu, French Minister of the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs, at a ceremony marking the 60th anniversary of the French Strategic Air Forces (FAS).  The UCAV will be a stealth combat drone designed to operate collaboratively with the Rafale fighter jet. It will incorporate advanced technologies such as stealth, autonomous control, internal payload capacity, and more. The UCAV will be highly versatile and capable of evolving to meet future threats.

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Navy

Malabar 2024: India, US, Japan, Australia Navies kick off military exercise

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Malabar 2024 Naval Exercise: Visakhapatnam, India – The 28th edition of the multinational maritime exercise, Malabar 2024, kicked off on October 8, 2024, in the Bay of Bengal. The exercise, which will continue until October 18, brings together the navies of India, the United States, Japan, and Australia, known collectively as the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad). The opening ceremony of Malabar 2024 was held onboard Indian Naval Ship Satpura in Visakhapatnam. Hosted by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Eastern Naval Command, the ceremony was attended by senior naval and military dignitaries from all participating nations.

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News

Rafael displays Enhanced C-UAS and TROPHY APS Capabilities at AUSA 2024

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Rafael displays C-UAS and Trophy APS at AUSA 2024:  Washington, D.C. – Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd., a global leader in aerospace and defense solutions, is set to showcase its latest capabilities at the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) 2024 conference, taking place from October 14-16. One of the highlights of Rafael’s display will be its unique modular Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS) capabilities. This comprehensive solution combines advanced detection and interception technologies to provide ground forces with robust protection against a wide range of airborne threats, including unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

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INS Nirdeshak: Indian Navy inducts Second Large Survey Vessel

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INS Nirdeshak Yard 3026 Survey Vessel: Kolkata, India – The Indian Navy has further bolstered its maritime capabilities with the delivery of the second Survey Vessel (Large), INS Nirdeshak, on October 8, 2024. The ship, built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) in Kolkata, is the second of four such vessels being constructed for the Navy. The contract for the four Survey Vessels (SVL) was signed in October 2018, with the first ship, INS Sandhayak, commissioned in February 2024. The SVL ships are designed and built to meet the highest standards of classification rules set by the Indian Register of Shipping.

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Army

US Army: American Rheinmetall Vehicles Wins S-MET Inc II Contract

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American Rheinmetall US Army’s S-MET Inc II Contract: Sterling Heights, Michigan – American Rheinmetall Vehicles has secured one of two contracts awarded in the U.S. Army’s Small Multi-Purpose Equipment Transport (S-MET) Inc II program. The company’s unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) will provide the Army with a versatile and resilient platform capable of efficiently transporting supplies and equipment over rugged terrain to support combat operations.

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India’s DRDO Successfully Tests 4th Gen Very Short Range Air Defence Missile

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India’s DRDO testfires VSHORADS missile system: New Delhi, India – In a significant boost to India’s defense capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted three flight tests of its indigenously developed 4th Generation Very Short Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS). The trials, held at the Pokhran Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan on October 3rd and 4th, 2024, showcased the missile’s ability to intercept high-speed targets at various altitudes and ranges.

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Army

Indian Army Bolsters Air Defense Capabilities with BEL’s Akashteer Systems

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Indian Army Akashteer Missile Defence System: New Delhi, India – The Indian Army has significantly enhanced its air defense capabilities with the acquisition of 100 Akashteer systems, advanced Air Defense Control and Reporting Systems (ADCRS) developed by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL). These systems will serve as a crucial asset in safeguarding the country from aerial threats, including missile and rocket attacks.

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World Market

Safran Group to Set Up First Overseas Defence Electronics Unit in India

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Safran Group’s India Defence Electronics Unit: New Delhi, India – French defense conglomerate Safran Group has announced plans to establish its first-ever defense electronics manufacturing facility outside of France in India. This strategic move comes as part of the deepening defense cooperation between the two nations, highlighted by a recent high-level strategic dialogue.

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Military

India’s Zen Technologies Bags Major Defence Maintenance Contract

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Zen Technologies bags major defence maintenance contract: New Delhi, India – Zen Technologies Limited, a leading Indian defense technology company, has secured a significant annual maintenance contract (AMC) valued at Rs 46 crore (approximately $5.5 million) with the India’s Ministry of Defence. The five-year contract will cover the upkeep and maintenance of various simulators designed and developed by Zen Technologies.

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