2024 - Weeklydefencenews

November 29, 2024
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

The MRFA tender of the IAF may suffer a setback since the cost of manufacturing locally is predicted to rise by $20 to $30 million for each aircraft.

The long-awaited Medium Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) tender of the Indian Air Force (IAF), which seeks to purchase 114 cutting-edge fighter planes, is facing a new hurdle. The cost...

November 28, 2024
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Land Platforms
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Armenia Reportedly Eyeing Greek S-300s to Complement Indian Akash and Pinaka Systems

Greece is reportedly considering transferring an unknown number of its S-300 air defense systems to Armenia, which is actively pursuing a comprehensive military modernization program through new arms acquisitions....

November 28, 2024
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Land Platforms
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Romania Signs Deal with Turkey’s Otokar for Indigenous COBRA II Tactical Vehicles

Turkish land systems manufacturer Otokar has signed a multi-year contract with Romtehnica, on behalf of the Romanian Ministry of Defense, for the supply of 1,059 COBRA II 4×4 light...

India Validates Submarine-Based Strike Strength with K-4 Missile Test from INS Arighaat

According to a report by The Economic Times on November 28, 2024, India successfully conducted a test launch of its nuclear-capable K-4 submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) from the INS...

November 28, 2024
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Soldier Systems
New Product Launches

Robotics and Cyber Technologies Take Center Stage in UK’s Future Soldier Initiative

The British Army is currently undergoing a significant transformation through its Future Soldier Program, a key component of the Integrated Review of Security, Defence, Development, and Foreign Policy. This...

November 28, 2024
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Land Platforms
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Ukraine Reveals Enhanced Leopard 2A4 Tank Model in Field Training

As part of its ongoing initiatives to enhance its military capabilities, the Ukrainian Armed Forces continue to introduce new equipment to its units. As part of foreign aid initiatives,...

Turkey’s Defense Firm to Build Ammunition Production Line in Pakistan

Turkish defense company Repkon has partnered with Pakistan’s Wah Industries Limited (WIL) to establish a production and filling line for 155mm artillery shells in Pakistan. This collaboration aims to...

November 27, 2024
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Naval Platforms
R&D

Navantia Finalizes Installation of AIP Hydrogen Propulsion in S-80 Class Sub

Navantia’s shipyard in Cartagena has achieved a significant milestone in the S-80 Programme, completing the installation of the Hydrogen-based Air Independent Propulsion System (AIP) into an S80 class submarine....

November 27, 2024
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Naval Platforms
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Louisiana Firm to Construct New Polar Icebreaker for Coast Guard Operations

The US Coast Guard has awarded Offshore Service Vessels LLC, a maritime transportation company, a $125-million contract to provide a commercially available icebreaker ship for missions in polar regions....

November 27, 2024
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Air Platforms
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L3Harris Joins Effort to Establish F-35 Sustainment Center in Canada

Canada has collaborated with L3Harris’ Quebec-based segment to assess the requirements for establishing an F-35 sustainment facility for its air force. This proposed depot is integral to Ottawa’s ongoing...