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American and Estonian divers train under ice in Baltic
U.S. Navy Seabee divers and Estonian counterparts have conducted ice diving and underwater demolition training in Estonia.
UK joins European push for low-cost air defence weapons
The UK has joined France, Germany, Italy and Poland in launching a new multinational initiative to develop low-cost air defence weapons aimed at countering drone and missile threats across Europe.
NATO launches drone-based deep strike capability
NATO Allies have agreed a new multinational initiative to develop drone-based deep precision strike capabilities, as part of a wider package of cooperative programmes aimed at strengthening deterrence and defence, the alliance stated.
Dutch warship downs drones in drill off British coast
The Royal Netherlands Navy frigate HNLMS Evertsen recently shot down multiple aerial and surface drone threats during Exercise Sharpshooter off the Welsh coast, marking the first time a NATO ally has participated in the QinetiQ-run event, the company stated.
Naval vessel RFA Argus to be scrapped
RFA Argus will depart HMNB Portsmouth on 23 February for the final time, bringing more than four decades of service with the Royal Fleet Auxiliary to a close, the Royal Navy has confirmed.
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L3Harris wins major submarine comms contract
L3Harris Technologies has secured its largest full-rate production contract for U.S. Navy submarine communications systems.
American and Estonian divers train under ice in Baltic
U.S. Navy Seabee divers and Estonian counterparts have conducted ice diving and underwater demolition training in Estonia.
Naval vessel RFA Argus to be scrapped
RFA Argus will depart HMNB Portsmouth on 23 February for the final time, bringing more than four decades of service with the Royal Fleet Auxiliary to a close, the Royal Navy has confirmed.
Sea Machines pitches STEAMRACER autonomous ship
Sea Machines Robotics has announced that its STEAMRACER-class autonomous surface ship has advanced into the U.S. Navy final competitive evaluation phase under the Modular Attack Surface Combatant (MASC) programme.
HII explores AI shipbuilding welding partnership
American shipbuilder HII has signed a memorandum of understanding with Path Robotics to explore the integration of artificial intelligence-driven welding technology into its shipbuilding operations.
AVIATION NEWS
UK joins European push for low-cost air defence weapons
The UK has joined France, Germany, Italy and Poland in launching a new multinational initiative to develop low-cost air defence weapons aimed at countering drone and missile threats across Europe.
NATO launches drone-based deep strike capability
NATO Allies have agreed a new multinational initiative to develop drone-based deep precision strike capabilities, as part of a wider package of cooperative programmes aimed at strengthening deterrence and defence, the alliance stated.
Dutch warship downs drones in drill off British coast
The Royal Netherlands Navy frigate HNLMS Evertsen recently shot down multiple aerial and surface drone threats during Exercise Sharpshooter off the Welsh coast, marking the first time a NATO ally has participated in the QinetiQ-run event, the company stated.
America targets 2026 milestone for new nuclear missile
The U.S. Air Force has confirmed that the restructuring of the LGM-35A Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile programme is expected to be completed by the end of 2026, with initial operational capability targeted for the early 2030s.
UK joins NATO ballistic missile defence effort
NATO Allies including the United Kingdom have agreed to launch a new multinational project aimed at strengthening defence against ballistic missile threats.
LAND NEWS
16 Air Assault demos AI-enabled air manoeuvre strike
The British Army 16 Air Assault Brigade Combat Team has showcased AI-enabled recce-strike capabilities during a visit by the Chief of the General Staff, highlighting how the UK high-readiness force is integrating new tech to reinforce NATO at short notice.
Ajax to reach full capability by 2029 if not scrapped
The Government has confirmed that the Ajax armoured vehicle is expected to achieve Full Operating Capability by the end of 2029, provided the project survives an ongoing ministerial review.
Kongsberg to supply RS4 weapon stations for CAVS fleet
Patria has signed a contract with Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace for the delivery of PROTECTOR RS4 remote weapon stations for more than 300 Patria 6x6 armoured vehicles under the multinational Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) programme.
MOD removes need to request permission for pets in SFA
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that service families will no longer need to seek permission to keep a pet at home, as part of reforms under the Defence Housing Strategy.
British and American tanks train together in Estonia
British Challenger 2 tanks have trained alongside U.S. Army armoured forces during Exercise Winter Camp in Estonia, as NATO’s multinational battlegroup tested its ability to operate in extreme cold-weather conditions.
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