Israeli company Rafael announces that Pearson Engineering will play a significant role in delivering the Samson 30mm Remote Weapon Station (RWS). Initially aimed at UK opportunities, the collaboration launched at DSEI 2023 will see critical knowledge and skills transferred to the Newcastle-based team. This strategic development supports current thinking around Boxer’s...
At the DSEI 2023 Exhibition in London, Controp Precision Technologies Ltd. unveils “Smart Vision,” a suite of technologies driven by Edge AI and intelligent algorithms designed to enhance autonomy and automation in surveillance and reconnaissance missions across various domains. In response to the evolving landscape of warfare and the emergence of intelligent...
Hanwha Aerospace is unveiling its K9A2 Self-Propelled Howitzer (SPH) platform fitted with the Composite Rubber Track (CRT) developed by Soucy Defense, a key milestone for developing a British variant of K9A2 meeting the requirements of the UK Mobile Fires Platform (MFP) programme. The K9A2 builds upon the key battle-winning components from the proven K9A1, which accounts...
Milrem Robotics unveils a new THeMIS Combat Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) equipped with loitering munitions that allow engaging targets farther behind enemy lines. The advanced system incorporates the cutting-edge Hunter 2-S tactical swarming drones developed by Halcon. This system is enriched with artificial intelligence capabilities, empowering frontline forces to efficiently...
At DSEI 2023, the UAE company Paramount announced the production of its 6×6 Infantry Combat Vehicle (ICV), the Mbombe 6, in response to growing global demand, especially with Latin American and Southern African Development Community (SADEC) national defense forces placing orders. Paramount confirmed the production of over 20 Mbombe 6 next-generation ICVs with deliveries...
The U.S. Defense Security Cooperation Agency on September 11 announced that the State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Poland of an Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) Battle Command System (IBCS) and related equipment for an estimated cost of $4.0 billion. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency...
Israeli defense specialist Elbit Systems announced on Monday that it was awarded a contract worth $109 million to supply BAE Systems Hägglunds (BSH) the Iron Fist Active Protection System (APS) for its CV90 platform for a European customer. As noted by the company, the contract will be carried out over three years. The Iron Fist APS is characterized by low volume, weight...
BAE Systems showcased its new AMPV tracked vehicle, built on a Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicle chassis, for the first time amid an international crowd at the UK Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) event. As the foundation of the future for the U.S. Army, the AMPV (Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle) provides significant improvements in power, mobility, interoperability,...
Boeing’s Defense and Space announced on Thursday that the Polish Air Force is showing an interest in new F-15EX fighter-bombers, known popularly as “Strike Eagle on steroids.” Lt. Col. Richard Turner, Commander, 40th Flight Test Squadron, and Lt. Col. Jacob Lindaman, Commander, 85th Test & Evaluation Squadron, deliver the first F-15EX to its new home station,...
Saab has opened a new radar production facility as part of its growth strategy in the United Kingdom. This new radar work based in Fareham will contribute 100-150 jobs as it grows. Saab UK’s Sensor Systems business operates from Saab’s site in Fareham, with a team also located in Farnborough. The skilled staff in Fareham primarily produce and integrate the new Deployment...