QinetiQ, headquartered in Hampshire, London, has appointed William Blamey as interim chief executive for the defense sector. In his new role, Blamey will lead the defense technology company’s efforts to meet the needs of the U.K. Ministry of Defence and international allies. Blamey, who announced his transition to the new role on LinkedIn, is an...
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BAE To Upgrade Mk 45 Naval Gun Systems on Australian Frigates
BAE Systems has received a contract to upgrade the Mk 45 naval gun systems on the Royal Australian Navy‘s Anzac-class frigates. It said the modernization effort will address the gun system’s obsolescence issues and extend its operating life. Under the agreement, the company will implement the Common Control System upgrade package to replace electronics on...
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Foreign Suppliers Compete to Supply Romania’s Tracked IFVs, Howitzers
Several foreign suppliers are competing for Romania’s projected procurement of tracked infantry fighting vehicles and howitzers in 2024. Bucharest’s plan calls for purchasing up to 298 IFVs worth about $3.3 billion and 54 self-propelled 155 mm howitzers with related equipment valued at $920 million. The government expects to increase defense spending for the year by...
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BAE Systems Grows UAS Business With Malloy Aeronautics Purchase
BAE Systems has acquired Malloy Aeronautics, a Berkshire, U.K.-based manufacturer of all-electric, heavy-lift drones for civilian and military users. Malloy’s drone variations have interchangeable capabilities, offering flexibility, cost-reduction and more secure operations than traditional UAS, BAE said. The company sees the purchase further accelerating Malloy’s drone development to meet global customers’ advanced technology requirements. FalconWorks, the...
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Executive Mosaic Launches Newest Publication for GovCon Execs Serving Global Mission
Executive Mosaic, which publishes government contracting activities, events and executive movements, has launched its newest publication, GovConExec International. The new business and industry publication offers breaking news, multimedia content and in-depth reports on the government contracting sector around the world. GovConExec International also features company executives driving business activities and bringing innovation across the globe....
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NorthStar Secures Funding to Launch Space Situational Awareness Services
Canadian space company NorthStar Earth & Space has secured $14.7 million in funding from Telesystem Space, the Luxembourg Future Fund and the government of Quebec for its satellite constellation operations. The investment will fund the company’s mission to launch four satellites that would be part of the world’s first space-based commercial space situational awareness services,...
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BlackBerry Books Multiyear Deal to Provide Canada With Advanced IT Services
BlackBerry Ltd has signed a multiyear agreement with Shared Services Canada to provide secure and reliable IT services for the Canadian government. According to BlackBerry Executive Chairman and CEO John Chen, the deal will expand the company’s existing collaboration with Canada. The organization has served as the federal government’s trusted technology partner for nearly four...
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Ultra Intelligence & Communications Names Randy Fields as VP and Chief Technology Officer
Randy Fields has joined Austin, Texas-based Ultra Intelligence & Communications as vice president and chief technology officer. In announcing his appointment on social media, Fields said he brings to Ultra his expertise in airborne datalinks, joint fires and tactical edge technology. His LinkedIn profile lists prior work with Cubic Digital Intelligence, the U.S. Navy Reserves,...
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Accenture Secures New Contract to Modernize Finnish Defense Forces’ Enterprise Resource Planning
Accenture has signed a new contract for a digital transformation program modernizing the Finnish Defence Forces’ enterprise resource planning system. In 2009, Finnish Defence tapped Accenture to convert its ERP system into a defense industry solution with new features that extend its functionality. According to the company, the new program’s goals include improving user experience,...
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Airbus Secures Regulatory Clearance to Produce C295 Parts, Assemblies in India
Airbus Defence and Space has secured regulatory approval from New Delhi to manufacture C295 aircraft parts and subassemblies in India. The work will see Airbus collaborate with Tata Advanced Systems Ltd to locally produce the aircraft components. Jorge Tamarit Degenhardt, vice president of the C295 India Program at Airbus, said the certification awarded by India’s...