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Expansion of MRO support critical to the success of Western supplied armored vehicles in Ukraine, says GlobalData

Following the British Ministry of Defence’s announcement that western nations would supply the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) with Main Battle Tanks (MBTs) and armored vehicles; Tristan Sauer, Land Domain Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “The decision to provide the AFU with the MBTs and armored vehicles the […]
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North Korea drone incursion on South Korea highlights demand for C-UAS, says GlobalData

North Korea launched a number of drones into the South Korean territory in December last year which the South Korean military struggled to intercept. The incursion highlights South Korea’s weaknesses in the counter unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and the need to develop anti-drone systems, commonly referred to as C-UAS systems, alongside traditional anti-air procedures, says […]
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Germany faces further pressure on aid for Ukraine as defense minister resigns, says GlobalData

Following the news that Germany’s Defense Minister Christine Lambrecht is to be replaced by Boris Pistorius; James Marques, Associate Aerospace, Defense and Security Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “Lambrecht’s resignation comes after mounting criticism over perceived blunders in communicating issues surrounding the Ukraine war, and a failure to kickstart serious […]
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UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters to enhance Australian Defence Force fleet readiness, tactical lift capability, opines GlobalData

Following the news that Australia has confirmed the acquisition of 40 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters for an estimated $1.96 billion (A$2.8 billion) from the US; Harshavardhan Dabbiru, Defense Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “The growing influence of China in the Indo-Pacific has driven the defence spending and the […]
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MoD’s closer ties with Japan indicate a continued pivot to the Indo-Pacific, says GlobalData

Following the news that the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) with Japan allowing for bilateral troop deployment, thus further developing its military and industrial ties with Japan; Madeline Wild, Aerospace, Defense & Security Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers her view: “The invasion of Ukraine […]
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New aid for Ukraine signals shift in West’s approach to the war, says GlobalData

Following the news that new military assistance packages are the first to include western-made Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs); James Marques, Associate Aerospace, Defense and Security Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “The US Bradley, German Marder and French AMX vehicles pledged over the last two days are a significant departure from […]
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Philippine Army continues to re-evaluate procurement sources following Russia-Ukraine conflict, says GlobalData

Following the news that the Philippine Army has acquired 20 new Sabrah light tanks, from Israeli firm Elbit Systems, as part of the ongoing Horizon Two modernization program; Tristan Sauer, Land Domain Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “The Philippine Army reactivated the 1st Tank Battalion in April 2022 amid […]
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Territorial disputes, modernization efforts to spur Malaysia defense spending at 5.3% CAGR between 2022-2027, estimates GlobalData

Malaysia’s plans to upgrade its current inventory to deal with the territorial disputes and protect its territory in the South China Sea will see its defense spending growing at an estimated CAGR of 5.3% over the period 2022-2027, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. GlobalData’s latest report, “Malaysia Defense Market Size and Trends, […]
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UK military’s acquisition of 60 all-terrain armored vehicles alongside European partners will support domestic and international objectives, says GlobalData

Following the British Ministry of Defence (MOD)’s announcement that it has signed a procurement agreement for 60 BvS10 amphibious all-terrain armored vehicles valued at £140 million ($200 million); Tristan Sauer, Land Domain Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “The UK’s decision to acquire a fleet of BvS10 platforms alongside […]
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Daewoo Shipbuilding will help Hanwha make South Korea one of the top five defense-exporting countries, says GlobalData

Following the news that South Korea’s Hanwha Group has agreed to acquire 49.3% stake in Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering for $1.4 billion; Rouble Sharma, Defense Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers her view: “South Korea has developed a robust export-oriented defense industrial complex, which not only meets domestic defense requirements […]
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UK and Italy’s sixth-generation aircraft program confirms Japan in major win for the partnership, says GlobalData

Following the news that the Tempest program will be combined with Japan’s F-X program as the Global Combat Air Program (GCAP); William Davies, Aerospace Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “This alliance shows the commitments of major nations to developing sixth-generation aircraft. For Japan, this is a significant move […]
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CH-47F Chinook helicopters significant force multiplier for South Korean armed forces, says GlobalData

Following the US State Department’s approval of a potential sale of 18 Boeing CH-47F Chinook heavy-lift military transport helicopters and related equipment for $1.5 billion to South Korea; Rouble Sharma, Defense Analyst at GlobalData, offers her view: “The contract, which includes various missile warning and communication systems, is being executed under Seoul’s Heavy Utility Helicopter-II […]
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Radar absorbing materials maintainability a factor allowing B-21 Raider to take on US strategic bombing burden, says GlobalData

Following the unveiling of the B-21 Raider; Harry Boneham, Aerospace Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view on the potential of its use of next-generation radar absorbing technology: “One of the key features, and best kept secrets, of the B-21 Raider programme has been the introduction of the next-generation of […]
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B-21 Raider unveiling heralds the arrival of the next generation of US air power, says GlobalData

Following the unveiling of the B-21 Raider; Harry Boneham, Aerospace Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view on the arrival of the first US ‘next-generation’ aerospace platform: “The unveiling of the B-21 Raider stealth bomber heralds the arrival of the next generation of US aerospace platforms, and lays down the […]
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Airbus’ increased investments in hydrogen aviation will help establish the future of green aviation, says GlobalData

Following the news that Airbus is increasing its investments in numerous sustainable aviation technologies;William Davies, Aerospace Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “Airbus is reacting to global pressure to reduce its emissions and further enable its existing investments in sustainable aviation. The aerospace industry is one of the most […]
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Royal Navy could transform operations if Project Cetus is successful, says GlobalData

Following the news that the Royal Navy is investing £15.4 million into the ‘Project Cetus’ unmanned underwater vessel (UUV); James Marques, Associate Aerospace, Defense and Security Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “Submarines are powerful deterrents and vital to protecting the UK’s interests as a maritime trading nation, but they are […]
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Hydrogen aircraft engine test another feather in Rolls-Royce’s sustainable aviation cap, says GlobalData

Following the news that Rolls-Royce and EasyJet have successfully conducted a ground test of a hydrogen powered aircraft engine; Harry Boneham, Aerospace Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “The development is obviously good news for Rolls-Royce as it continues to forge ahead on zero-emission aircraft propulsion development. It’s likely […]
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Kongsberg’s Naval Strike Missile will bolster the Royal Navy’s firepower as Russia continues to pose a threat to NATO maritime security, says GlobalData

Following the news that eleven British warships will be equipped with Norwegian firm Kongsberg’s Naval Strike Missile (NSM); James Marques, Associate Aerospace, Defense and Security Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “Fighting in the Black Sea as a result of the Ukraine war has brought the UK’s Naval firepower […]
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