US Marine Corps F-35 lands in Sweden for first time
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by Dylan Malyasov
1w ago
Four U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II Joint Strike Fighters touched down at Kallax Air Base in Lulea, Sweden, marking the first-ever landing of a U.S. F-35 in the country. This significant event took place during Exercise Nordic Response 24, showcasing the growing partnership between the United States and Sweden in defense operations. Led by […] The post US Marine Corps F-35 lands in Sweden for first time first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more
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Mack Defense to develop next-gen tactical truck for US Marines
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by Colton Jones
1w ago
The U.S. Marine Corps has awarded Mack Defense a 12-month contract to initiate the development of a new Medium Tactical Truck (MTT) fleet, according to a company news release. The next generation of tactical trucks is poised to replace the Marine Corps’ current Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement fleet (MTVR), serving various essential functions in air-ground […] The post Mack Defense to develop next-gen tactical truck for US Marines first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more
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US Navy fast attack submarine breaks through Arctic ice
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by Dylan Malyasov
2w ago
U.S. Navy Commander, Submarine Forces (COMSUBFOR) has officially launched Operation Ice Camp (ICE CAMP) 2024 in the Arctic Ocean, marking the beginning of a three-week operation aimed at researching, testing, and evaluating operational capabilities in the region. The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Hampton (SSN 767) has broken through the meter-thick ice of the Arctic […] The post US Navy fast attack submarine breaks through Arctic ice first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more
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US Navy contracts BAE Systems for Mk38 shipboard weapon system
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by Colton Jones
2w ago
The U.S. Navy has awarded a contract worth $12.9 million to BAE Systems for the procurement of 39 MK38 MOD3 conversion kits. The Mk38 Machine Gun System (MGS), renowned for its effectiveness in bolstering ships’ self-defense capabilities, is set to undergo a significant upgrade with the MOD3 conversion kits. These kits will enhance the system’s […] The post US Navy contracts BAE Systems for Mk38 shipboard weapon system first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more
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BAE Systems awarded $181.8M modification to ACV contract
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by Dylan Malyasov
2w ago
BAE Systems has been awarded an additional $181.8 million in a contract modification for Amphibious Combat Vehicles (ACV), according to the Pentagon. In an March. 6 contract announcement said that the amendment elevates the total contract value to $2.7 billion. Under this modification, BAE Systems will exercise options for the procurement of 34 full-rate production […] The post BAE Systems awarded $181.8M modification to ACV contract first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more
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US Marine Corps stealthy Valkyrie drone completes second successful flight
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by Colton Jones
3w ago
The U.S. Marine Corps Headquarters conducted a joint test mission for the XQ-58A, a highly autonomous, low-cost tactical unmanned air vehicle, on February 23, 2024, at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. Serving as a testbed platform, the XQ-58A facilitates the development of technologies and innovative concepts vital to the Marine Air Ground Task Force. It explores […] The post US Marine Corps stealthy Valkyrie drone completes second successful flight first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more
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Ukrainian drone boats sink another Russian warship
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by Dylan Malyasov
3w ago
Ukrainian uncrewed surface vessels (USVs) conducted a precision strike, resulting in the destruction of the Russian patrol ship “Sergey Kotov” in the Black Sea. The attack occurred during the night of March 5, as confirmed by Ukrainian officials and pro-Russian Telegram channels. The targeted vessel, a Project 22160 large patrol ship, part of the Black […] The post Ukrainian drone boats sink another Russian warship first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more
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Thales delivers CAPTAS-4 sonar for US Navy’s future frigate
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by Colton Jones
3w ago
Defense electronic systems company Thales said Thursday that it has successfully delivered the first CAPTAS-4 variable-depth sonar transmitter to the U.S. Navy’s Constellation Frigate Program (FFG-62). According to a press release from Thales, the advanced sonar system was handed over to the U.S. Navy ahead of schedule, showcasing the company’s commitment to excellence and its role […] The post Thales delivers CAPTAS-4 sonar for US Navy’s future frigate first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more
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Taiwan’s new submarine set to undergo testing
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by Dylan Malyasov
1M ago
Taiwan has launched its first homegrown submarine for undergoing testing at the Kaohsiung harbor. The Hai Kun (SS-711) submarine, built in the southern port city of Kaohsiung last September, represents the dawn of a new era for Taiwan’s defense strategy. After months of anticipation, observers were afforded a closer look at the Hai Kun as […] The post Taiwan’s new submarine set to undergo testing first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more
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German frigate intercepts Houthi drones in Red Sea
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by Dylan Malyasov
1M ago
German Navy’s Sachsen-class frigate Hessen (F221) made headlines today as it successfully intercepted two unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) launched by Yemeni-based Houthi rebels in the Red Sea. According to reports from the German news agency DPA, the UAVs were identified as Iranian-funded one-way attack (OWA) drones, commonly known as suicide drones, and were intercepted by […] The post German frigate intercepts Houthi drones in Red Sea first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more
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