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A recent innovation designed to renew obsolete, small calibre naval guns is set to hit the defence market The new upgrade kit could revive outdated naval guns across global navies. Image: yukim An innovative upgrade stabilising kit for obsolete small calibre naval guns has been developed by the Greek companies Miltech Hellas and Hellenic Instruments. The new upgrade […]
The defence industry would be best served by maintaining ‘simplicity’ when dealing with increasingly complex cyber threats, say security experts When it comes to managing highly sensitive information, the defence industry undoubtedly sits in the top bracket of at-risk sectors. From the leak of personal details and correspondence through private companies like Stratfor and Niteworks, to the hacking […]
As Defence IQ’s recent report – ‘Countering violent extremism online: 2017’ – examines, there is a demand for new tactics when it comes to fighting the online war against radical groups. While some success has been made, many of the latest terrorist attacks are believe to have been at least partly facilitated through online engagement, be it in […]
With artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics on the cusp of revolutionising global business, the defence industry could be at risk of falling behind if vendors cannot adapt at pace, according to a recent deep-dive study by Defence IQ. The report, to be published in October, examines the role intelligent enterprise (IE) technologies – including AI, […]
US group will provide a range of simulation planning and technical support and to enhance synthetic training events Cubic Global Defense – a division of US-based Cubic Corporation – has been selected as the primary contractor for the development and delivery of local and distributed simulation-enabled training events for the Royal Australian Navy (RAN). The four-year contract […]
With consumer drones a growing threat to military assets, there is now a strong investment case for countermeasures The Pentagon issued a classified policy to US forces in July declaring that military bases now have full legal rights to shoot down private or commercial drones deemed to be a threat. Local communities have since been […]
It has been a good week for the British aerospace sector. The Farnborough Air Show – largely considered to be one of the most important aerospace/defence events – is at full throttle, with huge reveals and deals capturing the minds of audiences, such as the reveal of the UK’s sixth-generation jet fighter Tempest. A timely report has emerged suggesting […]
An overview of hypersonic missiles An overview of hypersonic missiles After a long hiatus, hypersonic missile research and development is back in full swing. Major Powers, such as Russia, China and the US have been racing to develop hypersonic missile – a missile system so fast that it cannot be intercepted by any current missile […]
For a company that has one of the most seasoned histories in the U.S. defence market, dating back more than 40 years, it is no surprise that its role in supporting the field artillery needs of both its American and international customers is held in high regard. From the Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) to […]
