Damen Shipyards Group has unveiled a new ship design based on modern defence and security requirements. The Multi-Purpose Support Ship (MPSS) has been co-developed with the Portuguese Navy, the vessel’s launching customer. It is a solution for the increasing use of drone technology in combat and surveillance. In addition to …
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EOS Defence Systems (EOS) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Shielders Advanced Industries, a specialist in metal processing, profiling, and fabrication based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This strategic agreement was formalised at the recent Ajban Defence Industry and Technology Exhibition in the UAE, signifying a major …
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HAVELSAN has announced that its unmanned ground vehicle, BARKAN, has completed a mission covering more than 1000 kilometers in challenging terrain conditions. This achievement showcases BARKAN’s capabilities in navigating difficult environments and marks a significant milestone in unmanned ground system operations. BARKAN is a medium-class, level 1 unmanned ground vehicle …
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Texelis is proud to announce yet another partner for its CELERIS 4×4 offer. Texelis has been recently selected to provide Indonesian vehicle designer and manufacturer PT SSE with complete kits for its CELERIS 4×4 mobility solution, as well as a complete development and support package to customize the mobility solution …
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Experimentation of the first digital twin demonstrator for a ground combat system The French MOD’s procurement and technology agency (DGA), with the support of its Defense Innovation Agency (AID), entrusts the KNDS-ARQUUS consortium with the experimentation of the first digital twin demonstrator for a ground combat system. This digital twin …
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In an exhilarating display of skill, strategy, and teamwork, Dubai Police SWAT teams clinched the top two spots in the highly competitive UAE SWAT Challenge 2024. This prestigious event, held annually in Dubai, attracts elite SWAT teams worldwide, all vying for the coveted title in gruelling tests designed to push …
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Nexter, a company of KNDS, and Safran Electronics & Defense have been notified by the French MOD’s procurement and technology agency (DGA) of a contract for the modernization of the sights of the renovated Leclerc tank (Leclerc XLR). The “observation” function of the Leclerc XLR will be brought to the …
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Milanion, through its UAE entity have been selected by JODDB, an organisation established by a royal decree in 1999, as an independent military/civilian organisation for an Electric Propulsion Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) conversion. Post-delivery of the initial USV conversion, the intent of the partnership is marked by a significant drive …
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The temporary company grouping (Groupement Momentané d’Entreprises, GME) multi-role armoured vehicle (engin blindé multi rôles, EBMR), including Nexter, a KNDS company, Thales and Arquus, delivered, this year, 123 GRIFFON and 22 JAGUAR vehicles to the Directorate General of Armaments (Direction générale de l’armement, DGA), the French Defence Procurement Agency. GME EBMR once again …
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Industrial Cooperation: The Answer for Tailored Solutions Since its creation, Arquus has positioned itself as a key and sustainable player in both design, production, and maintenance of systems and tactical armored vehicles. Being present again for the 2nd edition of the World Defense Show (WDS) – Hall 1 / French …
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