General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc.’s MQ-9B SkyGuardian/SeaGuardian unmanned aircraft systems will integrate South Korean manufacturer Rokadi’s fuel interface rings. The two companies signed the supply contract agreement at the Global Industrial Cooperation Association 2023 Autumn Conference in Seoul. The GA website describes the next-generation MQ-9B SkyGuardian as an all-weather drone designed for flights of more than...
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Leonardo To Bring AW101, AW189 Helicopters to Seoul ADEX 2023
Leonardo will put its AW101 and AW189 helicopters on display at the six-day Seoul International Aerospace and Defence Exhibition, which kicks off Tuesday. During the event, Leonardo will present aircraft features designed to better support the missions of South Korean civil and military forces and seek opportunities for enhanced partnerships with local defense industry players....
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US, UAE to Address Increasing Cyber, Ransomware Attacks Through Enhanced Collaboration
The United States has signed an agreement with the United Arab Emirates to tackle increasing cyber and ransomware attacks through enhanced cyber collaboration. The deal was announced during a meeting between Todd Conklin, the Department of the Treasury’s deputy assistant secretary for the Office of Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection, and Mohamad Al Kuwaiti, chief...
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Singapore Taps Microsoft, Google in New Move to Plug Cyberattack Vulnerabilities
Singapore’s Cyber Security Agency will sign separate agreements with Microsoft and Google to help the country achieve its cyber defense and cybersecurity initiatives. Deputy Prime Minister and Coordinating Minister for Economic Policies Heng Swee Keat disclosed the partnerships in his keynote at Singapore International Cyber Week on Tuesday. SICW 2023 runs from Oct. 16 to...
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Czech Military Eyes Embraer C-390 Millennium in Air Capability Buildup
The Czech Republic’s Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces is negotiating with the Brazilian firm Embraer for the possible purchase of two C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft. The potential deal follows the Czech government’s announcement in July that it is starting negotiations with the United States to buy 24 F-35 Lightning II fighter jets as...
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France to Boost Ammo, Weapons Output to Replace Capabilities Shipped to Ukraine
French defense companies have increased their production of self-propelled guns, artillery shells, fighter jets and anti-air missiles, according to Minister of the Armed Forces Sébastien Lecornu. In a statement on social media Tuesday, the minister said the boosted ammunition and weapons output reflects France’s shift to a “war economy.” He added that the ramped-up production...
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Lockheed Martin to Sponsor the Melbourne Space Program for 12 Months
Lockheed Martin Australia is sponsoring the Melbourne Space Program to help nurture the next generation of space leaders. The program is open to university students who have the aptitude for innovation and problem-solving. Each year, the program selects participants from various disciplines, including engineering and business, to build skills and real-world experience. Lockheed Martin Australia will...
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Hanwha Enlists Allison Propulsion for Australia’s Armored Vehicles
Hanwa of South Korea will use Allison Transmission’s X1100-5A3 cross-drive propulsion platform for Australia’s Hanwah Redback armored vehicles. The Australian Army chose the Redback to replace its M113 armored personnel carriers in July, beating out German company Rheinmetall’s KF41 Lynx vehicle. According to Defense News, 129 Redbacks will be manufactured under Project Land 400 Phase...
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German Companies Partner to Launch End-to-End Microgravity Service for R&D Missions
Three NewSpace companies from Germany have launched an end-to-end service for life science or biotech research and product development in microgravity. Rocket Factory Augsburg, Atmos Space Cargo and Yuri unveiled their joint offering at Weltraumkongress in Berlin. The service, dubbed Eva, provides an alternative to the International Space Station, the only laboratory for long-duration microgravity research. Since...
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Italy Approves $20.6B in 2023 Budget to Fund Weapons Procurement
The Italian government has allocated around $20.6 billion of its 2023 budget to defense spending for the acquisition of new weapons. Rome’s latest budgeting document shows plans to purchase new tanks, fighting vehicles and rocket launchers. According to Defense News, officials delayed the document’s release to accommodate the military’s updated requirements following Russia’s invasion of...