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WEBIn June 2022, the Portuguese Navy released the concept of a multifunctional ship called Plataforma Naval Multifuncional (PNM) and a tender was issued in late May 2023. A contract with Damen was signed in November 2023. A total of eight aircraft will replace the Royal Thai Army’s ageing AH-IF Cobra ...
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WEBMain News Portal. Global defence news, analysis and data insights across air, land, naval and military training. Shephard’s team of expert journalists cover new equipment and technology coverage, capability development, acquisition plans, contract awards and more.
Why the F-16 fighter jet remains a force to be reckoned with …
WEBJan 3, 2024 · The list of countries that would like to get their hands on the jet constantly grows. Ukraine, after lobbying hard for acquiring enhanced air power, is now in the process of training its pilots for the F-16 as the invaded country waits for …
CH-47 Chinook: why the timeless helicopter design is still a heavy …
WEBSep 25, 2023 · The Boeing CH-47 Chinook is an iconic twin-engine, tandem-rotor heavy-lift transport helicopter that has served as a workhorse on military and civilian operations since its debut. Revered for its remarkable lifting capacity, endurance and adaptability, the Chinook has left an indelible mark on modern aviation history.
Ukraine gains combat-ready TB2 reinforcements | Shephard
WEBMar 3, 2022 · The Ukrainian MoD revealed on 2 March that ‘a new batch’ of Bayraktar TB2 strike UAVs have arrived in the country and ‘are ready for combat use now’ against attacking Russian forces.. The exact number of new UAVs remains unknown. The Ukrainian Air Force and Ukrainian Navy had a combined total of at least 12 TB2s at their disposal before the Russian invasion began on 24 February.
Norway's Leopard 2 tanks will be new 2A8 variant with active …
WEBJun 13, 2023 · KMW and the Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency (NDMA) have agreed to align the specifications of the 54 new Leopard 2 MBTs contracted in March with those for Germany's planned procurement of the tank.,
Link 16 Breaks New Ground (sponsored whitepaper) | Shephard
WEBJul 3, 2020 · Digital Situational Awareness for Dismounted Ground Forces. INTRODUCTION. Link 16 has evolved as the modern battlefield needs have changed, first from coordinating Cold War air intercept missions to helping U.S. and allied forces maneuver in today’s often complex operating environment.
Insight: What does the future hold for the Eurofighter Typhoon …
WEBSep 11, 2023 · The Eurofighter Typhoon Tranche 3A is the latest variant of the Typhoon multirole fighter aircraft family. Under the Tranche 3A contract signed in 2009, a total of 112 aircraft have been planned for the four European partner nations of …
Australia’s Ghost Shark XLUUV to undergo trials in the US
WEBAug 21, 2024 · US uncrewed underwater vehicle (UUV) systems manufacturer Anduril, through its Australian subsidiary, has a contract to deliver three prototype extra-large UUVs (XLUUVs) named Ghost Shark to the Royal Australian Navy (RAN).
Improbable gains digital twin contract from UK MoD | Shephard
WEBOct 19, 2021 · Improbable Defence was awarded a contract by the UK MoD to create a Next-Generation Communications Network (NGCN) digital twin of its global digital and IT infrastructure. The aim is to help MoD agency Defence Digital to operate, plan, manage and optimise its complex technical infrastructure.