In December 2024, Babcock, in collaboration with ST Engineering and Supacat, conducted a firepower demonstration of the 120mm Ground Deployed Advanced Mortar System (GDAMS) mounted on the Supacat Jackal high-mobility transporter in South Africa’s Northern Cape. The demonstration was aimed at showcasing the system’s capabilities to potential UK customers, and the GDAMS fired conventional, smoke, […]
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Poland; Army orders additional 80 Rosomak-L APCs
On December 17, 2024, the Polish Ministry of Defense signed a contract for the acquisition of 80 Rosomak-L wheeled armored personnel carriers (APCs) for its armed forces. The deal, valued at approximately 4.3 billion PLN (nearly 1 billion euros), includes a comprehensive package of logistical support and training services. The contract, signed on December 17, […]
Taiwan; Army orders US M109A7 SP Howitzers.
As part of its efforts to enhance its long-range precision strike capabilities, the Taiwanese Army has adjusted its artillery modernization strategy, now focusing on acquiring the latest M109A7 Paladin self-propelled howitzers from the United States. This decision is part of the country’s broader defense restructuring, which emphasizes asymmetric warfare and long-range systems. The “Ruiting Project,” […]
Colombia; Army converts Titan-C APC to 81mm mortar carrier
As reported by Infodefensa on December 17, 2024, the Colombian Army has begun a program to develop a self-propelled mortar variant of its domestically designed 4×4 armored personnel carrier, the Titán-C Trop. The decision is based on the vehicle’s performance in Operation Perseo, during which it was subjected to small-arms fire and rifle grenades. A […]
Malaysia; Army orders Polish FlyEye drones.
On December 12, 2024, the Malaysian Armed Forces officially received their first delivery of FlyEye unmanned aerial systems (UAS), manufactured by the Polish WB Group. This acquisition marks a significant milestone in Malaysia’s efforts to enhance its reconnaissance and surveillance capabilities. The delivery followed intensive training of Malaysian personnel at WB Group’s facilities in Silesia, […]
UK; Army tested RFDEW anti-UAVs swarm weapon
On December 23, 2024, the British Army announced the successful testing of an innovative weapon designed to neutralize drone swarms using radio waves. Known as the Radio Frequency Directed Energy Weapon (RFDEW), this system offers an effective and economical solution to modern aerial threats. This technological advancement represents a significant step forward in missile and […]
Vietnam; Army upgraded S-60 AA Guns with radar
During the DSE 2024 defense exhibition in Vietnam, the AZP anti-aircraft defense system was introduced as a new protection system for strategic infrastructures. Developed by a Vietnamese company, the AZP aims to enhance the defense of airports, docks, factories, and military bases against a wide range of aerial threats, including fighter jets, helicopters, bombers, paratroopers, […]
Australia; Border Force orders 2 new Evolved Cape-Class patrol boats
According to a PR published by Austal on December 22, 2024, the firm has been awarded a new contract to construct two additional Evolved Cape-class Patrol Boats for the Australian Border Force. This A$137.02 million agreement brings the total number of these advanced vessels built by Austal to 12, with eight already delivered since 2020. […]
Egypt; Army to upgrade M1A1 in a $4.69Bn. program.
The U.S. administration has approved a significant military transaction with Egypt aimed at modernizing the defense equipment of this strategic Middle Eastern country. Announced on Friday, December 20, 2024, this decision marks a key step in the cooperation between Washington and Cairo. The deal, valued at over $5 billion, includes the modernization of 555 M1A1 […]
Philippines; MoD set to acquire US Typhon strategic missile system
The Philippine military said Monday it plans to acquire the US Typhon missile system to protect its maritime interests, some of which overlap with regional power China. The US Army deployed the mid-range missile system in the northern Philippines earlier this year for annual joint military exercises with its longtime ally, and decided to leave […]