Canada intends to acquire anti-drone technology for 46 million Canadian dollars. This technology is designed to support the approximately 1,000 Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) personnel participating in NATO’s operation REASSURANCE. Operation REASSURANCE is a mission conducted by the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) aimed at strengthening the alliance’s presence in Eastern Europe and reassuring NATO […]
Canada; Army orders RBS 70 NG from SAAB
The Government of Canada has entrusted Saab with a significant order for its advanced short-range air defense system, the RBS 70 NG. This move, announced on February 15, 2023, represents a commitment of approximately CAD 227 million (SEK 1.8 billion) towards strengthening the nation’s military capabilities. The comprehensive package includes firing units, missiles, transport vehicles, […]
US; Defense exports reach record high $238Bn. in 2023
Sales of U.S. military equipment to foreign governments in 2023 rose 16% to a record $238 billion, the U.S. State Department said on Monday, as countries sought to replenish stocks sent to Ukraine and prepare for major conflicts. The figures underpin expectations of stronger sales for the likes of Lockheed Martin (LMT.N), opens new tab, […]
Canada; DND Awards C$2.5 Billion Contract for 11 Sea Guardian Unmanned Aircraft
Canada Acquiring Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems for the Canadian Armed Forces Marie-France Lalonde, Parliamentary Secretary for the Minister of National Defence, and Kody Blois, Member of Parliament for Kings—Hants, announced a major investment in the Royal Canadian Air Force on behalf of Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and […]
Canada; DoD extends Top Aces aggressor contract
Canada has extended the 10-year training contract awarded to Top Aces in 2017, and which will now run to 2029. No reason has been provided for this early extension, but Top Aces says will allow it to use its modified A-4 Skyhawks for the contract. Today, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and […]
US; DoD re-purchases ex-Dutch Gepard from Jordan for €21 Mn
As reported by De Telegraaf on November 13, 2023, the United States has concluded a significant arms deal with Jordan, acquiring 60 Gepard 1A2 35 mm air defense systems for a total sum of $118,375,740 (approximately €110 million). These vehicles, commonly known as Cheetahs or ‘pruttels,’ originally changed hands when the Netherlands sold them to […]
US; Army requests $3Bn. for 155mm artillery ammunition production
The U.S. Army needs Congress to approve $3.1 billion to buy 155 millimeter artillery rounds and expand production to quickly replace stocks depleted by shipments to Ukraine and now Israel, an Army official said on Tuesday. The U.S. and allies have sent more than 2 million rounds of 155 ammunition to Ukraine in support of […]
US Army is seeking counter drone swarm technologies
The topic of counter-drone strategies took the spotlight at this year’s Association of the United States Army (AUSA) conference, as the U.S. Army issued a challenge to the industry to develop innovative methods for combating the threat posed by swarms of drones. The Army’s Innovation Team, with the goal of safeguarding the Pentagon against small […]
Canada; Air Force orders $313M worth of weapons for MQ-9 Reaper Drones
The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Canada of munitions and other systems to be integrated into MQ-9Bs for an estimated cost of $313.4 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today. The Government of Canada […]
US; Air Force mulls modifying KC-135 into drone launching platforms
The concept of launching drones from KC-135 tankers is being explored by the U.S. Air Force’s Air Mobility Command (AMC). According to General Mike Minihan, head of the AMC, these drones could serve as decoys, and remote sensors, help forces navigate to their destinations, explore new landing locations, and even assist in the rescue of […]