defence

Bayanat and Yahsat partner to develop space program

Bayanat and Yahsat have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), a partnership that will help the two companies to develop an in-country space program for observing earth. The MoU brings together Bayanat’s expertise in remote sensing capabilities and data analytics, and Yahsat’s proven capabilities spanning satellite space technology. The strategic partnership was announced at IDEX …

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SOLiTHOR and Sonaca partner to develop battery system

Belgian lithium battery technology company SOLiTHOR and aerospace company Sonaca have signed a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding where they will jointly develop rechargeable solid-state lithium battery systems for Regional Aircraft and Urban Air Mobility.  The partnership will also expand to satellite and defence systems. The partnership is expected to divide key activities in the research, …

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TerraLens deployed in multiple systems and platforms

According to Kongsberg Geospatial, its map engine TerraLens, has now been deployed in hundreds of systems and platforms including the National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS). In line with Canada’s military support for Ukraine, the Canadian government has announced it will procure and donate a National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS) to Ukraine in a …

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Estonia showcased 12 companies at IDEX

Continuing its mission to achieve the long-term strategic goals of the Estonian economy and help Estonia become one of the most competitive countries in the world, Enterprise Estonia is currently showcasing 12 Estonian companies at the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX) 2023. Also participating in the exhibition is Milrem Robotics. IDEX, a tri-service defence exhibition, is …

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Royal Navy carries out cyber attack exercises

The Royal Navy and Ukrainian cyber warfare experts fended off virtual attacks to national infrastructure during a large-scale cyber battle exercise in Estonia. 34 teams from 11 nations tested their cyber defence skills during the organised Defence Cyber Marvel 2 in Tallinn, which included personnel from around the globe including Ukraine, US, Japan, Singapore, Kenya …

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Schiebel is awarded MoD contract

Schiebel Corporation and Thales have been awarded the Unscrewed Air Systems (UAS) contract ‘Peregrine’ by the UK Ministry of Defence. The contract award will deliver the company’s CAMCOPTER S-100 UAS, fitted with a naval surveillance sensor suit, to provide comprehensive maritime capability protecting Royal Navy ships on operational tasks. Schiebel, along with system integrator Thales, …

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Fortem closes latest funding round

Fortem Technologies recently announced that they closed a funding round of US$17.8 million led by industry investors including Lockheed Martin Ventures, Hanwha Aerospace and AIM13 Crumpton Venture Partners. Existing investors DCVC and Signia Venture Partners have also contributed additional funds. The capital will help Fortem scale to meet growing demands across multiple regions and market …

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BAE Systems secure deal for 436 ATVs

Sweden, Germany, and the United Kingdom have reached an agreement with BAE Systems to purchase 436 BvS10 all-terrain vehicles. The joint procurement, worth $760 million, is in support of Arctic operations for the Collaborative All-Terrain Vehicle (CATV) program. BAE Systems’ military all-terrain vehicles are designed for operations in the harshest and most remote environments and …

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