World Defence News

Israeli army unveils new techniques for combating in underground tunnels used by militants

2012-03-09T08:24:00.000-08:00

As part of preparations for future conflicts in Lebanon and the Gaza Strip, the Israeli military has devised new techniques for combating in underground tunnels used by militants, the Ha'aretz daily reported Wednesday, March 7, 2012.

An Israeli army officer inspects a tunnel allegedly used for smuggling weapons on Oct. 18, 2006 in the Philadelphi Corridor, Gaza. Israeli forces entered southern Gaza in an operation to find tunnels used to smuggle weapons from Egypt into Gaza, uncovering five tunnels in a single day.

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Turkey wants to produce his own fighter aircraft for 2023

2012-03-09T07:29:00.000-08:00

Turkey has initiated a project to produce its own warplanes by 2023, local newspaper Today's Zaman reported Friday, March 9, 202, quoting sources from the defense industry. Having been allocated a budget of 20 million U.S. dollars to develop the conceptual design of fighter jets, the project is currently in the initial phases.

Turkish Air Force F-4 bomber-aircraft. The Turkish Air Force (THK) currently maintains a fleet of F-4 and F-16 fighter jets, which will be replaced by U.S.-produced F- 35s in the upcoming years.

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Russian army began to modernize its fleet of main battle tanks T-72B

2012-03-09T07:27:00.000-08:00

The Russian defence Company Uralvagonzavod received around 130 tanks T-72B from the Russian army for a major upgrade and modernization.

Russian army T-72B main battle tank

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United States is ready to use bunker buster bomb against Iran nuclear facilities

2012-03-09T04:53:00.000-08:00

The United States may use a new 13,600-kilogram bunker-buster bomb against Iran, DefenseNews.com reported on Thursday, March 8, 2012, quoting the U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Herbert Carlisle as saying.

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United States try to find a solution with the surplus of MRAP vehicles from Iraq and Afghanistan

2012-03-09T04:51:00.000-08:00

The Pentagon is trying to decide what to do with its fleet of Mine Resistant Armored Protected (MRAP) vehicles now that operations in Afghanistan and Iraq are winding down. The MRAP was rushed to Iraq to provide troops with better protection from roadside bombs.

Last MRAP vehicle Caiman Plus 6x6 to depart Iraq headed for 1st Cavalry Division Museum

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DCNS conducts first deck landing of new Caiman Marine helicopter on board FREMM Aquitaine

2012-03-09T00:26:00.001-08:00

A few weeks after the first helicopter landing trials on board the FREMM Aquitaine frigate, DCNS, the French Navy and the French defence procurement agency (DGA) have successfully completed a new series of deck landing trials, this time with new Caiman Marine (NH90) heavy lift helicopter which recently entered operational service with the French Navy.
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INS Vikramaditya (ex-Russian Carrier "Admiral Gorshkov") getting ready for sea trials

2012-03-09T00:25:00.000-08:00

A Former Russian aircraft carrier (Soviet-built Admiral Gorshkov) which was being refurbished for the Indian Navy is being prepared to begin its first set of sea trials. These trials are expected to last through the spring and end with a delivery to the Indian Navy planned for late 2012.Read More

Lockheed Martin completes delivery of all components of 1st THAAD missile system battery to United States army

2012-03-08T12:35:00.000-08:00

Lockheed Martin [NYSE:LMT] has completed delivery of all hardware and components associated with the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) missile weapon system’s first U.S. Army Battery.

United States Army THAAD Terminal High Altitude Area Defense missile system

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Thailand must continue to modernise armed forces to be prepared for new multi-faceted threats

2012-03-08T09:05:00.000-08:00

Thailand must continue to modernise its armed forces to be prepared for new multi-faceted threats, said the Permanent Secretary for Defence Gen Sathian Permtongin. As such, Gen Sathian said, despite the trend of declining traditional threats, every country must remain prudent and continue to modernise their armed forces to be ready for new forms of threats that are seemingly increasing.

Thai army take delivery of the first BTR-3E in Ukraine, April 2011

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With the Russian Army 202th Air Defence Brigade equipped with S-300V ground-to-air missile system

2012-03-08T04:49:00.000-08:00

From February 1st according to the combat training plan of the Land Forces, 202th brigade began training exercises with conscripts of the new draft with the full compliment of vehicles crew. During our visit we could watch the work of the crews of different components of air defence missile system S-300V.

Russian S-300V 9K81 SA-12 Gladiator/Giant ground-to-air defence missile system

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Boeing Delivers 1st P-8A Poseidon Production Aircraft to US Navy

2012-03-08T04:48:00.002-08:00

Boeing on March 4 officially delivered the first production P-8A Poseidon aircraft to the U.S. Navy in Seattle. The P-8A is the first of 13 anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface warfare, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance aircraft Boeing will deliver as part of a low-rate initial production (LRIP) contract awarded in 2011.
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Libya trains Syrian rebels opposition according to the Russian government

2012-03-08T00:13:00.000-08:00

Russia on Wednesday, March 7, 2012, accused Libya of training Syrian rebels who are fighting to topple President Bashar al-Assad, saying that "this is completely unacceptable." The accusation came as Vitaly Churkin, the Russian permanent representative to the United Nations, was speaking at an open meeting of the UN Security Council on Libya.

Free Syrian Army fighters pose for a portrait at their headquarters in Idlib, north Syria, Sunday, March 4, 2012.

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Malaysia listed the Swedish-made combat aircraft Gripen for its new generation fighter

2012-03-08T00:10:00.001-08:00

As Malaysia listed the Swedish-made Gripen multi-role combat aircraft (MRCA) as one of its possible choices for its new generation fighter jets, Saab, the manufacturer of the aircraft, is harping on its long-term cost effectiveness. Saab media relations manager Peter Liander said the cost of the whole life cycle of its MRCA in terms of maintenance, operations and flying was more effective as compared to other MRCA of its class. (Source Bernama by Jamaluddin Muhammad)

Swedish-made Gripen multi-role combat fighter aircraft

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IWI Israel Weapon Industries at FIDAE 2012 with the latest generation of assault rifles

2012-03-07T11:54:00.000-08:00

Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) – a leader in the production of combat-proven small arms for governments, armies and law enforcement agencies around the world at FIDAE 2012 with Assault Rifles including the X95, the TAVOR and ACE 5.56 families, and the NEGEV family of Light Machine Guns (LMGs) - including its newest model, the NEGEV NG7.

The X95 - which can be used as an Assault Rifle, Carbine or Sub-Machine Gun (SMG) - will be showcased at IWI's booth.

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US Marines and French Air Force train together in Djibouti

2012-03-07T08:43:00.005-08:00

On 14 February 2012, the fighter squadron 3/11 "Corsica" from French forces stationed in Djibouti (FFDJ) conducted a joint training mission with the Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) based on the aircraft carrier Makin Island which was cruising off of Djibouti.

Initially, a patrol of two Mirage 2000-5 conducted refueling with a US KC-130 Hercules based in Camp Lemonnier.

The two French M-2000 then made contact with two AV8 Harrier Marine Expeditionary Unit. The French pilotsi guided their American counterparts for a low-level reconnaissance of the territory of Djibouti. French and American jets then entered the combat zone. For the combat training, pilots were divided into two joint patrols, Mirage 2000-5 and AV8 Harrier.
After an initial phase where the pilots were able to gauge the capabilities and skill of each, the four fighters clashed in close combat "one on one" in two sequences.

This type of exercise helps maintain and acquire experiences in both human and tactical plans.

(Pictures: French Air Force)

TELEDYNE TSS to Present the MK31 Advanced Inertial Navigation System at DIMDEX

2012-03-07T06:02:00.000-08:00

The MK31 has been developed to provide accurate heading, attitude and inertial positioning data for a wide range of naval vessels. It incorporates state-of-the-art ring laser gyros to combine positioning accuracy with proven dependability. This makes it ideal for use aboard high performance warships needing a cost effective and reliable system for accurate navigation and for the control of radar, weapon and satellite systems.
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India is likely to make firing test with the locally made cruise missile Nirbhay next month

2012-03-07T05:11:00.000-08:00

India is likely to testfire its indigenously developed new sub-sonic cruise missile Nirbhay next month, sources said Wednesday, March 7, 2012.

U.S. Tomahawk blog IV cruise missile

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Poland’s Ministry of Defense announced a plan to modernize its missile system S-125 SC Newa

2012-03-07T05:09:00.000-08:00

Poland’s Ministry of Defense has announced plans to modernize six squadrons of S-125 SC Newa medium-range missile systems.

S-125 SC Newa is mounted on the chassis of T-55 main battle tank
(Credit photo Army Recognition)

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United States is ready to provide humanitarian and communication assistance to Syrian opposition

2012-03-07T03:50:00.000-08:00

The United States is preparing to provide direct humanitarian and communications assistance to the Syrian opposition in a move that would be a serious step towards the U.S. plan to oust Syrian President Bashar al-Asad, the Foreign Policy journal reported on Wednesday, March 7, 2012.

A view of a deserted street strewn with debris and sand bags in the restive city of Homs, some 160kms north of the Syrian capital Damascus on February 25, 2012.

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ATLAS ELEKTRONIK at the DIMDEX 2012 in Doha / Qatar

2012-03-07T03:04:00.000-08:00

Bremen/Doha – ATLAS ELEKTRONIK, the world’s leading systems supplier for maritime high technology, will be strongly presented at the DIMDEX 2012 in Doha, Qatar. The company is showcasing its wide spectrum of products, innovations and capabilities. On exhibition is a presentation of their ‘Integrated Sensor Underwater System’ (ISUS) including a surface per-formance. Furthermore the ATLAS subsidiaries Hagenuk Marinekommunikation and ATLAS ELEKTRONIK UK will show their skills and expertise.
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Nigeria plans to increase the procurement of naval equipment in 2012

2012-03-07T01:10:00.001-08:00

As part of the 2012 military budget, the Nigerian Navy plans to fund the purchase of several dozen warships, including two offshore patrol vessels and numerous patrol craft, as it modernises and expands its military.
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Severodvinsk project 855 (Yasen class) submarine to be inducted into Russian Navy in late 2012

2012-03-07T00:32:00.000-08:00

The head multi-role nuclear submarine Severodvinsk of Project 885 /Yasen/ will be inducted into the Russian Navy in November-December 2012, a defence sector official said on Tuesday.
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Shenyang J-15 carrier-based fighter aircraft spotted on China's refitted aircraft carrier (ex-Varyag)

2012-03-06T09:41:00.000-08:00

Photographs have emerged on the Chinese internet showing what seems to be a J-15 jet parked on the flight deck of the former Varyag aircraft.
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United States Army Stryker double-V hull vehicle save lives of U.S. soldiers in Afghanistan

2012-03-06T08:25:00.000-08:00

The United States Army expects final delivery of additional Stryker double-V hull armoured vehicles, the Stryker DVH, by year's end and expects to then have a total of about 760. "To hear from the field, back from Soldiers and commanders about the value of the double-V hull, it is truly remarkable," said Lt. Gen. Bill Phillips, principal military deputy to the assistant secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology.

The Double-V-Hull adds on Stryker armoured vehicle to increase protection for the crew against land mines and IEDs blast

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Wallop Defence Systems to showcase new countermeasures products at DIMDEX

2012-03-06T04:52:00.000-08:00

Wallop Defence Systems, the Hampshire, UK based countermeasures division of the worldwide Esterline Defense Technologies group is showcasing its advanced range of naval and airborne countermeasures capabilities as part of the UK Pavilion Stand D-205d at DIMDEX, the DOHA INTERNATIONAL MARITIME DEFENCE EXHIBITION in the Qatar National Convention Centre from 26 – 28 the March 2012.

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North Korea army conducts live-fire military exercises in response of U.S. - South Korea manoeuvres

2012-03-06T03:16:00.000-08:00

North Korean army troops have been conducting live-fire drills near an island that was the site of a deadly artillery exchange less than two years ago. Meanwhile their government is criticizing the U.S. and South Korea for conducting their own joint military exercises.

In this March 5, 2012 photo, the Second Corps of Korean People's Army in North Korea conduct a live-fire exercise with self-propelled tracked howitzer in North Korea.

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The HIMARS rocket launcher of United States Army uses to fight enemy threats in Afghanistan

2012-03-06T03:14:00.000-08:00

The artillery battery fired precision, GPS-guided rockets from a fast, and accurate fire system called the HIMARS High Mobility Artillery Rocket System, said 1st Lt. William Prom, the fire direction officer with 3rd Platoon, Tango Battery, 5th Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment. The High Mobility Artillery Rocket System enables the Marines to take out enemies in Afghanistan within minutes and strike within feet of a target, every time.

A High-Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) is launched from Forward Operating Base Delaram II in Afghanistan by U.S. Marines

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Raytheon awarded a contract to supply United States Army with new counter rockets system

2012-03-06T03:11:00.000-08:00

The United States Army awarded Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) a $79.2 million contract to develop a system that will detect and destroy incoming rockets. The solution is called the Accelerated Improved Intercept Initiative (AI3). Development will culminate in a demonstration in 18 months, followed by low rate initial production.

Militants in Pakistan destroyed at least 34 trucks in a December 8, 2011, rocket attack on a NATO trucking terminal in southwest Pakistan supplying troops in neighboring Afghanistan, police said.

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New 4x4 light tactical vehicle for the Malaysian armed forces the Weststar GSC 3/4 ton

2012-03-06T03:08:00.000-08:00

The Malaysian Defence Minister is saying that the Weststar Group had been given the contract for new 4X4 vehicles for the Armed Forces. Weststar GSC 3/4 ton provides arm forces with vehicles that are designed to meet a wide range of security and defence roles.

Weststar GSC 3/4 ton new 4x4 light tactical vehicle for Malaysian armed forces

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76/62mm gun and its ammunition: the story of a success

2012-03-06T01:47:00.000-08:00

The 76/62 SR, today in service with 58 Navies worldwide, is a multirole medium caliber naval gun mount, designed for anti-missile and anti-aircraft as main role, and conceived for installation on multipurpose ships of any class and type.
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Brunswick Commercial and Government Products at DIMDEX 2012

2012-03-06T01:45:00.000-08:00

Brunswick Commercial and Government Products, a leading supplier of patrol and rescue craft for government agencies, plans to exhibit at DIMDEX for the first time in 2012. Brunswick Commercial & Government Products (BCGP) builds the safest, longest lasting, most dependable boats for special operations, combat, law enforcement, homeland security, fire/rescue and workboat applications. BCGP builds models in mission-specific configurations for inland and offshore environments in fiberglass, aluminum, and RIB hull platforms up to 45 ft (14m) in length. BCGP offers an extensive range of cost-effective, off-the-shelf, mission-specific options, plus complete custom capabilities can provide for specialized requirements.Read More

The United States are supporting Israel in their fight against Iran's nuclear program

2012-03-05T23:18:00.000-08:00

United States President Barack Obama has told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the USA will always have “Israel’s back”. Attempting to head off any premature strike against Iran over its nuclear programme the president said there is still time for diplomacy.

President Barack Obama (Right) and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

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Russia and China will sign a contract for the delivery of 48 Sukhoi Su-35 Flanker-E fighter aircraft

2012-03-05T23:16:00.000-08:00

Russia and China may soon sign a $4-bln contract on the delivery of 48 Sukhoi Su-35 Flanker-E fighter jets to the Chinese air force, Russia’s Kommersant business daily said on Tuesday, March 6, 2012. “The sides have practically agreed on the delivery of 48 Su-35 multirole fighters, worth $4 billion, to China,” Kommersant said citing a source in the Russian defense industry.

Russian Sukhoi Su-35 multirole fighter aircraft

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KVH to showcase its Dual-band Maritime VSAT Solution with Global Coverage at DIMDEX 2012

2012-03-05T08:37:00.000-08:00

Maritime VSAT market leader KVH Industries, Inc., (Nasdaq: KVHI) today announced a major upgrade to its mini-VSAT BroadbandSM network with the addition of global C-band satellite coverage overlaying its industry-leading Ku-band footprint. This first-of-a-kind, unified dual-band maritime satellite communications network will provide multi-megabit service covering 95% of the Earth’s surface, including all of the world’s major shipping routes, offshore oil fields, and commercial fishing grounds. It will be the first next-generation global VSAT network using a single, relatively small antenna to provide offshore connectivity to vessels almost anywhere they travel.
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IECO Petroleum Services exhibiting at DIMDEX 2012

2012-03-05T08:35:00.001-08:00

IECO is a Qatari company with ever growing activities in trading, servicing and consultancy. IECO was founded in 2004 by reliable partners with a wide experience in the Qatari market. IECO management & engineers have served in the major oil companies in Qatar and later continued with an internationally recognized trading and services companies in Qatar where they have been serving the industry with diversified supplies, fabrication & services. With IECO team wide experience and our professional staff we are pioneer partner serving the maritime, defense, ISF, Oil, Gas, Petrochemical Industry (upstream & downstream), Governmental operations and contractors with ponderings solutions and best supply chain with excellence.

CMN exhibit at DIMDEX 2012

2012-03-05T08:32:00.001-08:00

In Doha (Qatar), from 26 till 28 March 2012, CMN exhibiting at DIMDEX 2012 will be pleased to welcome you on the stand S 325 « Privinvest Holding » in the Hall 4.

Israel Weapon Industries IWI introduces new its NG7 NEGEV Light Machine Gun 7.62mm caliber

2012-03-05T07:37:00.000-08:00

Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) – a leader in the production of combat-proven small arms for governments, armies, and law enforcement agencies around the world – launches its new Light Machine Gun (LMG) - the NEGEV NG7 - at DefExpo India 2012 (New Delhi, March 29-April 1) , Israel Pavilion, Stand 11.10-L and FIDAE International Air & Space Fair (Santiago, Chile, March 27-April 1) Israel Pavilion, Hall D, Stand 1a.

Israel Weapon Industries IWI introduces new its NG7 NEGEV Light Machine Gun 7.62mm caliber

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Japan is planning to jointly develop new 155mm calibre howitzer with British defence industry

2012-03-05T01:08:00.000-08:00

Japan is planning to jointly develop weapons with Britain as Tokyo looks to boost its defence industry after easing a decades-old ban on arms exports, according to a newspaper report. Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda is seeking to reach a deal on the defence partnership during a visit by his British counterpart David Cameron planned for April, the Sankei Shimbun said.

Japanese armed forces currently use two 155mm self-propelled howitzers manufactured locally, the first is the Type 75.

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Indian army has ordered 100 155mm 52 calibre towed howitzers based on Bofors technology

2012-03-05T01:05:00.000-08:00

The Indian Army has placed orders for 100 artillery guns with the Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) after having failed to acquire even a single howitzer in over two decades following the Bofors scandal. The Indian Army has issued several tenders for procuring different types of howitzers in the last two decades but has failed to do so due to some problem or the other.

Swedish Bofors towed howitzer 155mm 52 calibre

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Kvichak Marine Industries will showcase its RB-M and TPSB at DIMDEX 2012

2012-03-05T00:27:00.000-08:00

Kvichak Marine Industries, Inc. (KMI) of Seattle, WA, USA continues to be a preferred builder for the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG). KMI recently delivered another four 45’ Response Boat – Medium (RB-M) vessels to the USCG, bringing the total RB-M’s in operation to 80 out of the 180 boat contract awarded in 2006. Designed by Camarc Design, UK, the RB-M is a self-righting patrol boat capable of handling the broad range of missions covered by the USCG with the primary mission of maritime security and search-and-rescue.
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Geobrugg LASSO: Protecting ship’s bridges against RPG-7 attacks from pirates

2012-03-05T00:26:00.002-08:00

Swiss company Geobrugg AG will present its LASSO RPG ship bridge protection system at the third Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2012).
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BAE Systems Unveiled an updated design for its Type 26 Frigate/Global Combat Ship

2012-03-05T00:06:00.002-08:00

BAE Systems has released a video showing an updated design for its Type 26 Frigate.
The new design appears to be quite different compared to the model shown at DSEi 2011. In fact, it bares some similarities with what was presented as the GCS early concept.
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Pakistan had successfully test fired a short-range ballistic missile nuclear capable Hatf II

2012-03-04T23:59:00.000-08:00

Pakistan said on Monday, March 5, 2012, it had successfully test fired a short-range ballistic missile capable of carrying atomic warheads. The Hatf II (Abdali) has a range of 180 kilometres (113 miles) and carries nuclear as well as conventional warheads with “high accuracy”, the military said in a statement.

A launcher vehicle loaded with Pakistani-made Hatf-II or Abdali ballistic missile rolls down a street during a military parade in Islamabad. (Archive image)

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First test flight in June for the Russian modernized aircraft Ilyushin Il-76MD-90A named Il-476

2012-03-04T23:56:00.000-08:00

Russia’s modernized Ilyushin Il-76MD-90A aircraft, also known as the Il-476, will conduct its maiden flight by the end of June, Ulyanovsk-based Aviastar aircraft maker said on Friday, March 2, 2012.

Russian Ilyushin Il-76MD-90A military transport aircraft

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Indian army successfully test fired the Brahmos supersonic cruise missile

2012-03-04T23:54:00.000-08:00

The Indian Army on Sunday, March 4, 2012, successfully test fired the 290-km range BrahMos supersonic cruise missile at the Pokharan range here to operationalise the second regiment of the weapon system in service.

Indian Brahmos supersonic cruise missile during firing test

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Georgia unveils a new local-made 122mm MRLS Multiple Rocket Launcher System

2012-03-04T00:40:00.000-08:00

At the Vaziani military firing-ground, Saturday, March 3, 2012, a Georgian-produced MRLS multiple rocket launcher has been presented. Tactical-technical characteristics of the launch vehicle have been demonstrated in presence of the Georgian President Mikheil Saakashvili and Defence Minister Bacho Akhalaia. (With video)

The new Georgian local-made 122mm MRLS Multiple Rocket Launcher System

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China will boost its defense budget by 11.2 percent for 2012 with $110 billion

2012-03-03T23:39:00.000-08:00

China will boost military spending by 11.2 percent this year, the government said on Sunday, March 4, 2012, unveiling Beijing's first defense budget since President Barack Obama launched a "pivot" to reinforce U.S. influence across the Asia-Pacific.

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UH-72A Lakota Light Utility Helicopter United States technical data sheet specifications pictures video

2012-03-03T23:37:00.000-08:00

The UH-72A Lakota is a military version of the Eurocopter EC145 helicopter and is built by American Eurocopter division of EADS North America. A version of the technologically advanced and proven EC145 multi-mission helicopter, the UH-72A benefits from demonstrated performance in roles that range from law enforcement and emergency medical transportation to search and rescue (SAR), offshore utility operations and corporate transport.

UH-72A Light Utility Helicopter United States Armed Forces

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B-1 Rockwell Boeing Lancer long-range strategic bomber aircraft technical data specifications pictures

2012-03-03T23:30:00.000-08:00

The B-1 Lancer Rockwell (now part of Boeing) is a four-engine variable-sweep wing strategic bomber used by the United States Air Force (USAF). The development of the B-1A version has began in the early 1970s, but its production was canceled, and only four prototypes were built.

B-1 lancer long-range strategic bomber aircraft

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Rheinmetall Defence at DefExpo 2012 defence exhibition in India with high technology military equipment

2012-03-03T23:26:00.000-08:00

From 29 March to 1 April 2012, Defexpo will take place in New Delhi. It is one of the largest defence technology trade fairs in Asia. As one of the world’s leading suppliers of defence technology systems, Rheinmetall will be on hand with a representative selection of its diverse array of products for military and security forces.

Rheinmetall Defence at DefExpo 2012 Defence Exhibition in India, New Delhi.

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The United States warns Iran of possible military actions to stop their nuclear program

2012-03-03T02:03:00.000-08:00

United States President Barack Obama has stated that he did not "bluff" when he warned of possible American military action over Iran's disputed nuclear program, local media reported on Friday, March 2, 2012.

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EADS North America delivers 200th UH-72A Lakota Light Utility Helicopter to United States Army

2012-03-03T01:29:00.000-08:00

EADS North America delivered the 200th UH-72A Lakota Light Utility Helicopter (LUH) today to the U.S. Army during a ceremony at the company's American Eurocopter production facility in Columbus, Miss.

Ceremony for the delivery of 200th UH-72A Lakota Light Utility heliopter to United States Army
(Credit photo EADS America)

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North Korea army unveils a new upgrade of its M1991 Multiple Rocket Launcher Systems Juche 100

2012-03-02T05:07:00.000-08:00

Military experts and media reports that North Korea has succeeded in doubling the range of its 240-millimeter multiple launch rocket system (MLRS) M1991 in time to celebrate the centennial of the nation’s founder Kim Il-sung’s birth in April.

North Korean M1991 240mm MRLS Multiple Rocket Launcher System

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Russian Defense Ministry Plans to Order Extra Borey & Yasen Nuclear Submarines for Russian Navy

2012-03-02T02:34:00.002-08:00

In addition to the 16 nuclear submarines purchase which is outlined by the state armament program for the period until 2020 the Russian Defense Ministry plans to buy four extra nuclear submarines.

Army general Nikolai Makarov said, "If there appears such possibility we will order two additional project 955 (Borey class) submarines of and two extra project 855 (Yasen class) submarines."
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Austal Awarded Construction Contract for JHSV 8 and 9

2012-03-02T02:13:00.002-08:00

The U.S. Navy has exercised contract options funding the construction of the eighth and ninth Joint High Speed Vessel (JHSV), as part of a ten-ship program potentially worth over US$1.6 billion. The construction contract for these vessels is valued at approximately US$321.7 million.

Russian Navy buying Icelandic Gavia Autonomous Underwater Vehicle

2012-03-02T01:51:00.000-08:00

The Russian Navy is buying eight AUVs from Teledyne Gavia for a total of €19 millions. Three of the autonomous underwater vehicles will be delivered this. The remaining five will be delivered in 2013 and 2014 according to russian paper Nezavisimaya Gazeta reports.
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Russian Defense Ministry has signed a contract for the delivery of 92 Sukhoi Su-34 fighter bombers

2012-03-02T01:37:00.000-08:00

The Russian Defense Ministry has signed a contract with aircraft maker MiG for the delivery of 20 MiG-29K and four MiG-29KUB carrier-based fighter aircraft, MiG said on Wednesday, February 29, 2012.

Russian Air Force Su-34 fighter-bomber aircraft (Credit photo Vitaly Kuzmin)

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Israel is ready to conduct the first test of the Arrow 3 anti-ballistic air defense missile system

2012-03-02T01:35:00.000-08:00

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) is ready to conduct the first test of the Arrow 3 missile defense system, the state-owned defense contractor announced in a statement released Thursday, March 1, 2012, evening.

The Arrow 3 system is an upgrade of the Arrow 2 defense system that has been in development with the United States since the 1980s, designed to intercept long-range missiles.

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Ground and Aerial unmanned vehicles UGV UAV in the Israeli Army Defence Forces (IDF)

2012-03-01T11:17:00.000-08:00

Unmanned vehicles (UMVs), whether in the skies, waters, or on ground, are indispensable tools for the surveillance of enemy activities, without putting one’s own forces in danger. Find out more about two outstanding UMVs and read for yourself what IDF (Israeli Defence Forces) commanders have to say about these incredible machines.

Guardium UGV is an autonomous observation and target interception system, developed and produced in Israel

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General Dynamics Bath Iron Works Awarded Contract to Build Additional DDG 51-class Destroyer

2012-03-01T10:17:00.000-08:00

The U. S. Navy has awarded General Dynamics Bath Iron Works, a subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), a $663 million modification to a previously awarded contract to construct DDG 116, an Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer.
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IRGC Commander: Iran to Show Naval Power to World

2012-03-01T09:33:00.001-08:00

A senior commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) announced that the Iranian Navy is showing its might and power to the world by developing and upgrading its equipment, tools and weapons.

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Syrian army forces of President Bashar al-Assad use 240 mm mortar 2S4 Tyulpan to bombard Homs

2012-03-01T06:00:00.000-08:00

According to information from the Syrians rebels, the armed forces of the Syrian President Bashar al-Assad use Russian-made self-propelled mortar carrier 240mm caliber 2S4 Tyulpan to bombard the city of Homs.

Russian-made 2S4 Tyulpan 240mm armoured vehicle self-propelled mortar carrier.
(Credit photo Army Recognition)

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Libya will donate $100 million in humanitarian aid to the Syrian opposition

2012-03-01T02:09:00.000-08:00

Libya will donate $100 million in humanitarian aid to the Syrian opposition and allow them to open an office in Tripoli, a government spokesman said on Wednesday, February 29, 2012, in a further sign of its strong support for forces fighting President Bashar al-Assad.

Mohammed al-Harizy, a Libyan National Transitional Council (NTC) representative, speaks at a news conference in Tripoli, Libya.

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Qatar and Saudi Arabia call for arming opposition forces against the President Bashar al-Assad

2012-03-01T01:53:00.000-08:00

Foreign and Expatriates Ministry Spokesman, Dr. Jihad Maqdisi, on Wednesday, February 29, 2012, described the Qatari and Saudi calls for arming the Syrian opposition as hostile to Syria, placing on those who announce such calls the political responsibility for the bloodshed in Syria.

Tunisian foreign minister Rafik Abdessalem, center opens the Conference on Syria in Tunis, Tunisia, Friday Feb. 24, 2012.

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Army of the Syrian President Assad began the battle of Homs with the 4th Armoured Division

2012-03-01T00:10:00.000-08:00

Fighting continued is several Syrian cities Wednesday, February 29, 2012, while overnight rebels said they were facing at least 7,000 Assad troops in Homs. One diplomat claimed the president’s Fourth Armoured Division was intending to “finish off” the rebels.

Members of the Free Syrian Army are seen deployed in al-Bayada, Homs, February 29, 2012.

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American defence industry ready now to Joint Light Tactical Vehicle JLTV program for U.S. Army

2012-02-29T22:35:00.001-08:00

American defence industry bidders will respond March 13 to the most recent government request for solutions to modernize the light tactical vehicle fleet -- and they don't need any more time than that to do so, because they are prepared now.

United States Army officials say industry is ready now to begin developing the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle for the Army. While multiple prototype JLTV vehicles exist, the Army has yet to choose one as the service's newest vehicle.
Left - Lockheed Martin , Center - General Dynamics, Right - BAE Systems

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Russian Navy Mistrals to be fitted with Offensive Weapons

2012-02-29T08:22:00.002-08:00

According to ITAR-TASS citing a source in Russian defense industry newest Russian strike and defensive weapon systems including supersonic cruise missiles will be fitted on all four Mistral-class amphibious assault ships built for Russian Navy in France and Russia.

RUAG received contracts for Maintenance Repair Overhaul Canadian Leopard 2A4 training tanks

2012-02-29T06:47:00.000-08:00

The Swiss Defence Company RUAG received contracts for Maintenance Repair & Overhaul from Rheinmetall Canada. With the award of the order for the Repair & Overhaul of several subcomponents for the 42 Canadian Leopard 2 A4 training tanks, RUAG contributes to the support of the Canadian Forces. RUAG is subcontractor of Rheinmetall Canada.

Leopard 2A4M of Canadian army

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German Company Rheinmetall Defence at FIDAE 2012 Aerospace Defence Show in Chile

2012-02-29T06:44:00.001-08:00

From 27 March to 1 April 2012, FIDAE 2012 will take place in Santiago de Chile. FIDAE is one of the largest defence technology trade shows in South America. As one of the world’s leading suppliers of defence technology systems, Rheinmetall Defence will be on hand with a representative selection of its diverse array of products for military and security forces.

At FIDAE 2012, the Chilean Air Force will be displaying two Rheinmetall-made air defence system components: an Oerlikon GDF007 35mm Twin Gun

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New Krivak IV class Frigate (Project 11356) to be laid down for Russian Navy

2012-02-29T01:25:00.000-08:00

The Yantar Shipyard in the Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad will start on Wednesday the construction of a new Krivak IV class frigate for Russia's Black Sea Fleet.

The Admiral Makarov is the last in a series of three Krivak IV class frigates built for the Russian Navy under a tender won by Yantar in 2010.
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Russia will renounce the purchase of foreign armored vehicles as soon as possible

2012-02-29T01:16:00.000-08:00

Russia will renounce to buy foreign armored vehicles as soon as possible, said Tuesday, February 28, 2012, the Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin.

LMV IVECO Defence Vehicles Light Mutirole Armoured Vehicle during trial test in Russia

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Test flight in Russia of the new combat helicopter Mi-35M produced for Azerbaijan

2012-02-29T01:14:00.000-08:00

Russia conducted test flights of Mi-35M helicopters, which were produced for Azerbaijan by Rosvertol Company in Rostov-Don, Russia. In September–October 2010, Azerbaijan purchased 24 Mi-35M from Rhe Russian Company Rostvertol.

Russian combat helicopter Mi-35M during test flight in Rostov-Don, Russia.
(Picture Copyright RussianPlanes.net

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Indian Defence Ministry has approved the production of 8 Tejas local-made light combat aircraft

2012-02-29T01:12:00.000-08:00

In a boost to India's indigenous maritime combat plane development programme, a top defence panel has approved the limited series production of the Tejas light combat aircraft (LCA) for the Indian Navy's under-construction indigenous aircraft carrier (IAC). The defence ministry’s apex Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) sanctioned the building of eight Naval LCA aircraft by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).

Indian-made Tejas light fighter aircraft during test flight.

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Indian MoD approves 9 maritime patrol aircraft buy as part of MRMR

2012-02-29T01:09:00.000-08:00

The Defense Acquisitions Council of the Indian Ministry of Defense has launched a procurment process for nine Medium Range Maritime Reconnaissance (MRMR) aircraft for the Indian Navy. The Acceptance of Necessity this week came after the evaluation of data provided by manufacturers in response to the Request for Information issued a year ago.

DCNS India delivers to MDL the first locally produced Scorpene submarines equipments

2012-02-29T00:03:00.001-08:00

The delivery, managed by DCNS India, was achieved on time, meeting all the stringent quality standards required for on-board use on a submarine (100% quality compliance).

The shipyard Mazagon Dock Limited (MDL) has received the first Indian made equipment for the Scorpene submarines programme (P75). MDL has congratulated this successful industrial performance during the recently held Government to Government (G2G) meeting between India and France.
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Boeing B-1 bomber aircraft has completed 10,000th combat mission

2012-02-28T07:08:00.000-08:00

The Boeing [NYSE: BA] B-1 bomber aircraft has completed its 10,000th combat mission. The heavy bomber entered service with the U.S. Air Force on June 29, 1985, and has been in nearly continuous combat for the past 10 years. The milestone mission took off from a base in Southwest Asia and was flown in support of operations over Afghanistan before returning to base.

Boeing B-1 bomber aircraft United States Air Force

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Possible foreign military sale to Kuwait of 80 AIM-9X-2 SIDEWINDER Block II air-to-air

2012-02-28T07:06:00.000-08:00

The Defense Security Cooperation Agency of United States notified Congress Feb. 24 of a possible Foreign Military Sale to Kuwait of 80 AIM-9X-2 SIDEWINDER Block II All-Up-Round Missiles and associated equipment, parts, training and logistical support for an estimated cost of $105 million.

The AIM-9X Sidewinder heat-seeking, short-range, air-to-air missile background of the picture

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Elite Afghan policemen and British soldiers joint operations to find caches of drugs and weapons

2012-02-28T07:02:00.000-08:00

Elite Afghan policemen from Helmand's Provincial Response Company (PRC), trained by British troops, have uncovered a huge stash of weapons and drugs in two separate operations in a 48-hour period.

British Flight Lieutenant Tom Foskett liaises with an Afghan National Police explosive ordnance disposal specialist [Picture: Crown Copyright/British MOD 2012]

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Raytheon Company tested a new propulsion system for the TOW wire-guided anti-tank missile

2012-02-28T06:59:00.000-08:00

Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) tested a new propulsion system for the Tube-Launched, Optically-Tracked, Wireless (TOW) missile. Developed by ATK (NYSE: ATK), the enhanced system doubles TOW's range and reduces the missile's flight time by one-third.

United States army soldiers assemble the ITAS (improved target acquisition system)
Tow anti-tank missile system in Iraq (Archive image)

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US Navy Successfully Launches Next Generation Communications Satellite

2012-02-28T04:39:00.000-08:00

The Navy's first Mobile User Objective System satellite was launched Feb. 24 from Space Launch Complex 41. MUOS is a next-generation narrowband tactical communications system designed to improve communications for U.S. forces on the move. MUOS will provide military users simultaneous voice, video and data capability by leveraging 3G mobile communications technology.
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DIMDEX 2012 organizers selects Navy Recognition as Official Online Daily News

2012-02-28T00:03:00.000-08:00

The third Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2012) has announced the selection of Navy Recognition, the brother website of Army Recognition as Official Online Daily News Provider and Media Partner. DIMDEX 2012 will be staged in the new Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) in March 26 - 28.

Navy Recognition online naval defence industry maritime technology magazine

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French Company Sagem wins maintenance contract for Sperwer drones deployed by French army

2012-02-28T00:01:00.000-08:00

Sagem (Safran group) has just signed a contract with SIMMAD (1), on behalf of the French Ministry of Defense, to provide in-service maintenance for the Sperwer SDTI tactical drone systems deployed by the French army.

The Sperwer is a 3-meter-long unmanned aerial vehicle manufactured by the French Company SAGEM

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U.S. Army Special Operations forces and Afghan army commandos locate and destroy rocket cache

2012-02-27T23:59:00.000-08:00

Soldiers from the Afghan National Army’s 8th Commando Kandak found and destroyed a rocket cache in Tarin Kowt district, February 23, 2012.

An Afghan army engineer from the 8th Commando Kandak crawls toward a suspected rocket cache in Tarin Kowt district, Uruzgan province, Afghanistan, Feb. 23.

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Turkish army artillery bombed a village in Iraq near the border against the PKK rebels

2012-02-27T08:12:00.000-08:00

The Turkish artillery Monday pounded border areas inside Iraq forcing civilians to leave their villages in Iraq's semi-autonomous Kurdish region, an official Kurdish website reported.

Turkish army Firtina self-propelled howitzers are seen in a camp near the border with Iraq
(Archive Image)

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Russia has modernized two radars in Syria and Lebanon to warn U.S. or Israel attack against Iran

2012-02-27T08:10:00.000-08:00

Russia has modernized two radars in Syria and Lebanon that could threaten U.S. or Israel’s ability to launch a surprise attack against Syria and Iran, Israeli DEBKAfile portal said on Monday, February 27, 2012. The range of the Jabal Al Harrah electronic and surveillance station south of Damascus has been increased to cover all parts of Israel and Jordan, the Gulf of Aqaba and northern Saudi Arabia.

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Azerbaijan has agreed to buy $1.6 billion weapons from Israel including drone and missile systems

2012-02-27T08:08:00.000-08:00

Azerbaijan has agreed to buy $1.6 billion in weapons from Israel, a massive deal that is likely Azerbaijan's largest single arms purchase ever. The deal will include drones, anti-aircraft and missile defense systems, Israeli officials have told news agencies.

Army of Azerbaijan is already equipped with Israeli weapons as the Lynx MRLS Mulltiple Rocket Launcher System.

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Military Sealift Command and MV-22 Osprey Make History During Bold Alligator 2012

2012-02-27T07:40:00.000-08:00

For the first time in an at-sea exercise, an MV-22 Osprey landed aboard a Military Sealift Command (MSC) ship while conducting a proof of concept test during Bold Alligator 2012 (BA12) Feb. 9.
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Navies of Black Sea littoral states plan BLACKSEAFOR exercises

2012-02-27T01:05:00.000-08:00

The Navies of Black Sea littoral states began to plan BLACKSEAFOR exercises due this year, spokesman for the Russian Black Sea Fleet Captain First Rank Vyacheslav Trukhachev told Itar-Tass
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South Korea and United States launch joint military exercises despite North Korea warning

2012-02-26T23:21:00.000-08:00

South Korea and United States forces launched their annual military exercise Monday, February 27, 2012, despite the latest warning by the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea that it is " fully ready to fight a war."

K1 main battle tank of the South Korean army during military exercises (Archive image)

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The American Company Lockheed Martin the biggest arms seller in 2010

2012-02-26T23:18:00.000-08:00

Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), an independent international institute researching into conflicts, arms control and disarmament, named U.S. Lockheed Martin the biggest arms vendor in 2010, with sales totalling $35.7 billion.

The project of F-35 fighter aircraft is managed by the Company Lockheed Martin. The purchase is expected by many countries around the world

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Tu-95 Tu-95MS Tupolev strategic bomber aircraft technical data sheet pictures Russian Air Force

2012-02-26T05:37:00.000-08:00

The Tupolev Tu-95 (NATO reporting name: Bear) is a four-engine turboprop-powered strategic bomber and missile platform aircraft. First flown in 1952, the Tu-95 entered service with the former Soviet Union in 1956 and is expected to serve the Russian Air Force until at least 2040. Tu-95 technical data sheet and pictures.

Tu-95 strategic bomber aircraft Russian air Force

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Georgia unveils its new local made Lazika tracked armoured infantry fighting combat vehicle

2012-02-26T02:28:00.000-08:00

Georgia unveils February 25, 2012, a local made Tracked Inrfantry Combat vehicle "Lazika" at the Vasiani military firing-range. The Georgian President and Defence Minister drove a few kilometers in a new armored vehicle along with military servicemen.

The New Georgian Lazika IFV tracked Infantry Combat Vehicle at the Vasiani military firing-range.

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The 101st Airborne brigade of United States Army is equipped with the new M26 shotgun

2012-02-25T11:33:00.000-08:00

The 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division of United States Army , is the first unit in the Army selected to be issued the new weapons system M26 Shotgun.It weighs 3.5 pounds, has a barrel length of 7.75 inches, fires 12-gauge shells and can be mounted on the M4 carbine or act as a standalone firearm. The M26 Modular Accessory Shotgun System is the latest combat enhancer in Strike's arsenal.

Sgt. Rhys McMahon, a combat engineer with Company A, 2nd Brigade Special Troops Battalion, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), fires the stand alone version of the M26 Modular Accessory Shotgun System

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A second battery of Russian-made ground-to-air missile system TOR-M2 will be delivered to Belarus

2012-02-25T07:58:00.000-08:00

The second battery of Russian-made Tor-M2 missile systems is to be supplied to Belarus before the end of this year, Defense Minister Yury Zhadobin told reporters in Minsk on February, 2012.

TOR-M2 SA-15D Gauntlet ground-to-air missile system at MAKS Air Show in Moscow

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U.S. Army tests Israeli Namer and Swedish CV90 as a part of Ground Combat Vehicle program

2012-02-25T06:22:00.000-08:00

As part of its Ground Combat Vehicle (GCV) program, the United States Army plans to test Israeli and Swedish tanks this spring at White Sands Missile Range, N.M. Specifically, the Army will take the Israeli Namer armored personnel carrier and the Swedish Combat Vehicle 90 (CV90), Col. Andrew DiMarco, GCV project manager, told reporters at the Association of the U.S. Army winter symposium in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

Israeli Namer armoured vehicle personnel carrier

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Pictures of Israeli Navy new AIP equipped Dolphin class submarine surface

2012-02-25T03:29:00.002-08:00

Images of the next AIP Dolphin class submarine have surfaced as the vessel was getting prepared for its launch in the water at the German shipbuilder Howaldtswerke-Deutsche Werft (HDW) shipyard in Kiel. This is the first of at least two (and up to three) new generation of Dolphin class submarine for the Israeli Navy.

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First export contract for the 4x4 French Nexter Aravis armoured vehicle for Saudi Arabia

2012-02-25T03:02:00.000-08:00

Laurent Collet-Billon Delegate General for the French Armaments Procurement Agency (DGA) confirmed this Monday, February 20, 2012 during the presenting of the DGA 2011 results, that the French Defence Company manufacturer Nexter has signed a contract in late 2011 with Saudi Arabia, for "between 100 and 200" ARAVIS 4 x 4 armoured vehicle.

The Nexter Aravis is a high mobility 4x4 protected multi-mission vehicle intended for land forces in scenarios such as Iraq and Afghanistan

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Poland Prime Minister Donald Tusk cancels Gawron (Rook) class Corvette Project (Projekt 621)

2012-02-25T01:26:00.000-08:00

The Polish government has terminated a warship building project seen as a drain on the nation’s resources, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Friday. “Vast amounts of money are still being spent on the Polish military that simply have nothing to do with defense,” Polish Radio External Service quoted him as saying.
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ArmourWorks an expert in survivability for blast protection and signature management at IAV 2012

2012-02-24T11:08:00.000-08:00

ArmourWorks International Ltd is part of the ArmourWorks group and is a worldwide leader, manufacturing advanced survivability products. Armourworks is specialized in three areas: Signature Management, Blast Protection and Armour Systems. At IAV 2012, Armour Works presents blast seats for combat vehicles and random 3D pattern camouflage.

ArmourWorks blast protection systems provide unparalleled IED blast and fragmentation protection.

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Electrothermal Chiller Crock Pot provides hot and cold meals and drinks for soldiers on battlefield

2012-02-24T08:55:00.000-08:00

The soldiers on the battlefield need to eat and drink in all conditions of the modern combat. The comfort of the soldier is necessary to carry out its tasks with maximum efficiency. At IAV 2012, the British Company Electrothermal presents the RAK 15/30 "CrockPot", the solution to provide hot meals and drinks to soldiers on the battlefield with armoured and combat vehicles.

Electrothermal at IAV 2012 presents its new Chiller Crock Pot to eat and drink hot an cold on the battlefield

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