Raising the Bar: Somalia Procures Akıncı UCAVs From Baykar
Somalia will reportedly receive an undisclosed number of Baykar’s Bayraktar Akıncı UCAVs, which have greater firepower than Bayraktar TB2 armed UAVs in use.
Defence News
Unmanned Systems
Land
Investment
Otokar Establishes OTOKAR LAND SYSTEMS SRL in Romania
Otokar will establish a new company in Romania to produce COBRA II ACV. This step was taken as part of the €857 million agreement signed with Romania.
Defence Politics
France, Italy, UK Order 218 More Aster Air Defence Missiles
France, Italy, and the UK boost Aster missile procurement and speed manufacture to guarantee quicker deployments enhancing European air defence capacity.
Ammunition
Unmanned Systems
TUSAŞ Anka-III UCAV Drops LGK-82 Laser-Guided 500 lb Bomb
TUSAŞ Anka-III stealth UCAV dropped ASELSAN’s LGK-82 laser/GNSS-guided bomb from its external hardpoint, successfully hitting the target with laser marking.
Navy / Maritime
Weapon / Missile
TCG Beykoz Corvette Spotted With Mysterious Weapon at Aft
Following the firing test of ASELSAN’s GÖKSUR 100-N VLS vertical launch point defence missile system (PDMS), TCG Beykoz is seemingly headed for a new test.
Engine and Transmission
GE Aerospace Secures $5B Contract for F110 Fighter Engines
GE Aerospace has secured a $5 billion contract to provide F110 fighter engines, enhancing the capabilities of F-15 and F-16 fleets across allied nations.
Navy / Maritime
Second Hangor-Class Submarine Launch for Pakistan Navy
China launches the second Hangor-Class submarine, PNS/M SHUSHUK of the Pakistan Navy. The vessel boosts Pakistan's naval power and strengthens bilateral ties.
Logistics
Engine and Transmission
TEI Has Been Recognised as the “Supplier of the Year
GE Aerospace has named TEI, at the Supplier Symposium, Türkiye’s aviation engine leader, “Supplier of the Year” for engineering, quality, and delivery quality.
Defence Politics
Macron Calls for European Defence Over US Alternatives
After reinforcing strategic autonomy and bolstering Europe's military sector, Macron exhorts EU countries to prioritise European defence industry over the US.
Navy / Maritime
Unmanned Systems
Sensors
Royal Navy’s First Mine Countermeasure USV Arrives
The U.K. government has announced the delivery of the first Ariadne mine countermeasures, an unmanned surface vessel of the Royal Navy produced by Thales U.K.
Unmanned Systems
US Special Forces Acquire FPV Drones for Cave Operations
The US Special Forces are adopting FPV drones to increase surveillance, lower danger, and improve combat efficacy in absolute darkness, such as in caves.
Ammunition
Simulator / AI / Drill/ Software
US Air Force Tests GBU-38 JDAM in Sweden for NATO Readiness
The US Air Force tested a GBU-38 JDAM in Sweden, in order to increase regional security, improve NATO collaboration, and provide precision-strike capability.
Defence Politics
Germany’s CDU/CSU, SPD, Green Reach Defence Investment Deal
Germany’s CDU/CSU, SPD, and Greens have agreed on a €500 billion investment plan, freeing borrowing restrictions for crucial infrastructure and military.
Country
UK Expands Defence Export Finance to Boost Industry Growth
Chancellor Reeves announced a £2 billion increase to UK Export Finance, to support defence exports, generate skilled employment and stimulate sector growth.
