Japan’s Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency (ATLA) has dispatched personnel to the U.S. Navy to advance the development of railguns, as revealed on the 21st. This initiative aims to leverage U.S. expertise to expedite the practical application of railguns, according to multiple government sources. Previously disclosed information revealed Japan’s development of a medium railgun, capable […] The post Japan sends experts to U.S. for railgun development first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

U.S. soldiers assigned to Task Force Shikra practice sling load operations by carrying a guided multiple-launch rocket system pod. An Army UH-60A Blackhawk helicopter flies with a High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) training load during training for Eager Lion 2024. This multilateral exercise, hosted by the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, involves 33 participating nations […] The post US Army Blackhawk transports HIMARS pod at Eager Lion 2024 first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

The Russian Ministry of Defense has announced the start of exercises involving tactical nuclear weapons. The initial phase of the drills has commenced in the Southern Military District, according to military officials. During the first phase, tasks include the receipt of ammunition for the Iskander missile systems and covert movement to designated areas in preparation […] The post Russia conducts nuclear drills near Ukrainian border first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

Ukraine’s security service (SBU) has announced the use of the Sea Baby uncrewed surface vessel (USV) equipped with rocket launchers. This marks the first time such an autonomous naval launcher has been employed in combat. The naval drones are armed with a 122-mm multiple launch rocket system, which has already been tested in real conditions. […] The post Ukraine transforms naval drones into unmanned rocket launchers first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

The U.S. Army has awarded Lockheed Martin an Undefinitized Contract Action (UCA) with an initial obligation of $410 million, potentially reaching up to $861 million, to expedite the production of High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) launchers. According to a press release from the Army, the contract, announced on May 8, aims to increase the […] The post US Army awards new contract to Lockheed Martin for HIMARS first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

Approximately one month earlier, the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Aviation & Missile Center, in collaboration with the DEVCOM Ground Vehicle Systems Center and the Tennessee National Guard’s 1st Battalion, 181st Field Artillery Regiment, successfully demonstrated the Autonomous Multi-Domain Launcher (AML) in a live-fire exercise. The U.S. Army has revealed that the event […] The post US Army showcases autonomous unmanned rocket launcher first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

The U.S. Army has awarded Lockheed Martin a $756 million contract to deliver additional capability for the Long Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW) system, a ground-based hypersonic weapon that represents a new class of ultrafast and maneuverable long-range missiles. Under this contract, Lockheed Martin will provide additional LRHW battery equipment, systems and software engineering support, and […] The post US Army awards contract to Lockheed Martin for hypersonic weapon system first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

Yemen’s Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for shooting down an American MQ-9 Reaper drone. The incident was confirmed hours after footage surfaced online showing what appeared to be the wreckage of the modern combat drone. Houthi-led media later released video evidence purportedly capturing the moment the drone was struck. Houthi military spokesman Brig. Gen. Yahya […] The post Yemen’s rebels claim downing of Reaper drone first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

New satellite imagery confirms the loss of two Russian Aerospace Force MiG-31 interceptors and other significant damage at Belbek airfield following recent Ukrainian strikes. High-quality images from commercial provider Maxar have revealed the extent of the damage, including two MiG-31s, a Su-27, and a MiG-29 fighter aircraft. The attack’s aftermath shows the charred remains of […] The post Ukrainian strikes destroy Russian MiG-31s in Crimea first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more

The French Procurement Agency (DGA) has officially awarded Arquus a contract to develop and produce a new generation of tankers, known as CCNG (Camion-Citerne Nouvelle Génération). This contract reinforces Arquus’ role as a key player in the design and production of the French Army’s armored logistical vehicles. The initial batch of 70 vehicles is scheduled […] The post French army awards Arquus contract for next-gen tankers first appeared on Defence Blog ..read more