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MOD Land Systems Reference Centre (LSRC) – Contract Renewal

The purpose of this announcement is to inform the market of an MOD contract notice on Defence Contracts Online. This notice will be available on or shortly after 13 February 2018. Background The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has a requirement for an external supplier to provide services to enable the operation of a test and […]

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Lockheed Martin delivers airborne surveillance system for Finnish Defence Forces

A vigilant “Dragon Shield” airborne surveillance system developed by Lockheed Martin for the Finnish Defence Forces has achieved final operational capability. The milestone was achieved after the final flight test of the system, which evaluated compliance of the aircraft to civilian and military airworthiness requirements as well as system requirements verification. Lockheed Martin’s team modified […]

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Northrop Grumman seeking participants to test their swarm-based tactics

Northrop Grumman has been appointed Phase I Swarm Systems Integrator as part of the Defence Advanced Research Projects Agency’s (DARPA) OFFensive Swarm-Enabled Tactics (OFFSET) programme. With appointment now official, Northrop Grumman is seeking participants to cultivate their own swarm-based tactics on the organisation’s first open architecture test bed. The defence specialist will partner up with […]

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Lockheed Martin secures $524 million contract for PAC-3 missiles

The United States and allied military forces will upgrade their missile defence capabilities under a $524 million contract modification for production and delivery of Lockheed Martin’s Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) and PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (PAC-3 MSE) interceptors. The contract modifications include PAC-3 and PAC-3 MSE missile deliveries, launcher modification kits, associated equipment and spares. The PAC-3 is […]

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Embraer and SkyTech sign letter of intent for KC-390 aircraft

Embraer Defense & Security has announced the signing of a Letter of Intent with aviation services company SkyTech for up to six new KC-390 multi-mission transport aircraft. The aircraft are earmarked for multiple defence projects and both companies have also agreed on a potential strategic collaboration to jointly explore new business opportunities in training and […]

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Doing Business with the US Department of Defence zone announced for DPRTE 2018

A brand new Knowledge Transfer Zone – Doing Business with the US Department of Defence – has been announced for Defence Procurement, Research, Technology & Exportability (DPRTE) 2018 taking place at Cardiff’s Motorpoint Arena on 27 March. DPRTE 2018 is the UK’s premier defence procurement event and brings together buyers, suppliers and defence thought leaders […]

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UK Industry Export Control Forum

6 JUNE 2018 – LONDON The Export Group for Aerospace, Defence & Dual-Use (EGADD) will be seeking to complement the existing UK Export Control Forum, as well as the highly valued training courses which are organised by the Export Control Joint Unit, by holding a one-day supporting event for the benefit of those individuals and […]

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New plans for military flexible working now law

Service personnel will be able to apply for enhanced flexible working opportunities following the Armed Forces (Flexible Working) Bill becoming law. The measures, which have now achieved Royal Assent, will allow some military personnel to serve part-time for defined periods. Consultation within the Armed Forces has found that personnel want more choice over the way […]

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Security & Counter Terror Expo 2018: bringing together the international community to enhance global security

The threat of terrorism continues to have far-reaching effects on everyday life with a total of 25 terrorist attacks taking place across Europe in 2017. As risk from lone-wolf attacks and sophisticated ransomware increases, security professionals are faced with a growing challenge to evolve and stay one step ahead by investing in new technologies and […]

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Defence Secretary praises partnership with Australia

The Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has visited Australia to discuss reinforcing the modern partnership. In his first trip to Australia in his role as Secretary of State for Defence, Mr Williamson met his counterpart, Minister for Defence, Marise Payne, in Sydney. They examined how both allies can continue to adapt in the face of cyber-attacks […]

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L3 joins forces with BAE for Australian SEA5000 programme

L3 Technologies has partnered with BAE Systems’ Power and Propulsion Team to provide an Integrated Platform Management System (IPMS) in support of the Royal Australian Navy’s SEA5000 programme. In the event that BAE’s bid is successful, L3 will provide IPMS – alongside controls and instrumentation – for the nine Type 26 Global Combat Ships proposed […]

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Dstl launches 2018 Apprenticeship Scheme

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) has launched its 2018 apprenticeship recruitment campaign with cyber security, electrical engineering and project management among a range of roles available. Following on from the success of 2017, Dstl has continued to expand its apprenticeship scheme, this year offering opportunities for 18 year olds and beyond. This includes the […]

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HMS Queen Elizabeth arrives in Gibraltar for first overseas visit

The Royal Navy’s new aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth has arrived in Gibraltar for her first overseas port visit. The 65,000-tonne future flagship will be conducting a routine logistics stop having left her home in Portsmouth for helicopter trials. These helicopter trials take place before the fixed wing F35 Lightning II trials later this year. […]

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BCB International launch body armour

A flame resistant and quick drying plate carrier designed for Marine Special Forces called the ‘Kastell Pro Aqua’ has been launched by personal survival and protective equipment company BCB International Ltd. The Kastell Pro Aqua is the latest addition to their range of military apparel. As the company’s spokesperson, Philippe Minchin, explained the Kastell Pro Aqua, […]

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