MBDA pushes new deep-strike missile in time for Europe to arm up
The envisioned weapon comes as European nations look to boost their deterrence posture vis-à-vis Russia.
Fincantieri tweaks PPA patrol vessel design to carry more missiles
The ships’ new “EVO” variant, which the Italian Navy may order next year, will get some extra combat punch with additional launchers.
Europeans start work on next-generation combat ship for the 2040s
Based on feedback from European Union member states, the requirement could be for a vessel with a displacement of 8,000 metric tons or more.
French, UK naval chiefs urge dramatic changes in warship design
“If you stay with your old doctrine, you will be dead very rapidly,” said French Navy Chief of Staff Adm. Nicolas Vaujour.
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France looks to boost export financing to help mid-sized defense firms
French public investment bank Bpifrance wants to increase the amount of export financing it can provide to small and medium-sized defense firms.
Euronaval trade show spurs new business for French naval companies
The opening day of the Paris show, organized here from Nov. 4-7, was fruitful for the French naval industry with the announcement of several contracts.
MBDA unveils submarine-launched Exocet missile to strike naval vessels
The manufacturer promises the ability for submarines to target surface warships from a safe distance.
Pentagon OKs first batch of private capital funds for loan program
The effort aims to drive private capital funding to companies advancing key DOD technologies like artificial intelligence and microelectronics.
The Army’s black and gold PT uniforms are here to stay
Here are some changes enlisted leaders are considering for soldier PT gear.
By Todd South
Soldiers could see a brand new PT gear design by next year
The Army is testing new designs for potential release in 2025.
By Todd South
Army to award Master Combat Badge to expert, combat-tested soldiers
The service will combine expert and combat achievements and is issuing mariner and mountaineering badges.
By Todd South
How the US Army is helping Ukraine with front line repairs
The 16th Sustainment Brigade is using video calls to help Ukrainian soldiers keep their equipment fighting as long as possible, the Army said.
Training changes on the horizon for Army Guardsmen
Leaders are weighing changes to Guard rotations at combat training centers.
By Todd South
Marines reopen second WWII-era airfield to prep for future combat
The opening of the North Carolina airfield follows the service’s June recertification of an airfield on the Pacific island of Peleliu.
By Todd South
US special ops cuts armed overwatch buy, still needs to justify need
U.S. Special Operations Command cut down its desired purchase of the Sky Warden, but officials still need to justify the need, says a government watchdog.
By Todd South
New Navy contracts boost battle command, electronic warfare potential
The new contracts will advance or replace existing systems on Navy aircraft.
By Todd South
Austria flaunts air power, considers purchasing new trainer jets
The country's recent Zeltweg air show has brought an impending decision back into focus.
By Linus Höller
How US Air Force special ops is allowing airmen the ‘freedom to fail’
The Air Force is changing up how it evaluates special operations.
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