BAE awarded contract for Mobile Protected Firepower development
The US Army has awarded BAE Systems a contract worth up to $376 million for the Engineering, Manufacturing, and Development phase of the Mobile Protected Firepower (MPF) programme and rapid prototyping effort with low-rate initial production options.
Papua New Guinea commissions first of new generation patrol boats
The Australian government has handed over the first of twenty-one new build Guardian Class patrol boats being delivered under the Pacific Patrol Boat Replacement program to regional neighbours.
UK Stabilisation Unit study discusses ways to reduce conflict
A research project by the UK's Stabilisation Unit explores the vital role of political deal-making in reducing violent conflict, say the organisation.
Understrength German Army looks to the EU for personnel
German defence ministers are seeking experts from EU countries, to compensate for the shortfall of workers in medical and IT sectors in the army.
Chinese vessel spotted testing electromagnetic railgun
A tank landing ship and what appears to be an electromagnetic railgun weapon were spotted along the Yangtze River, presumably heading for sea trials.
Modernising Defence Programme cites Russia as threat to the UK
The recently released Modernising Defence Programme directly refers to Russia as a threat, citing recent Russian activity.
Ireland orders €5.8m worth of anti-air missiles from Saab
Saab has received an order for RBS 70 BOLIDE missiles from Irish Defence Forces, the total order value is approximately €5.8 million and deliveries will take place in 2019-2022.
Poland to take over NATO Air Policing in Baltics
The Polish Air Force is preparing to return to Siauliai Air Base, Lithuania, to lead the NATO Baltic Air Policing mission from January 2019 onwards.
Huawei Meets Global Criticism over 5G Implementation
The Chinese telecommunications manufacturer Huawei faces strong, united international criticism from a plethora of states, raising security concerns over their 5G mobile telecommunications equipment.
Malaysia and Singapore’s Maritime Territory Clash
Neighbours Singapore and Malaysia have been tangled in a web of accusations and finger-pointing concerning Malaysia’s move to extend their maritime boundaries into Singaporean territorial waters.
