August 2023 News Global Defence & Security Industry - Military |
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On August 21, 2023, Poland began the process of acquiring 288 K239 Chunmoo rocket artillery systems from South Korea. The first of these systems was unloaded at the port of Gdańsk, marking the beginning of a new era in the Polish military arsenal.
On August 18, 2023, Lithuania confirmed the upcoming reception of 200 JLTVs (Joint Light Tactical Vehicles) as part of an agreement made with the United States in 2019.
On August 19, 2023, the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine gave its approval for the integration of domestic SkyKnight drones into the military arsenal. This decision underscores the country's commitment to leveraging its indigenous technologies in its defense strategies.
According to information shared on August 21, 2023, on the Twitter account of @VivekSi85847001, it appears that the delivery of S-400 air defense systems and their corresponding equipment to India has been effectively carried out. The sighting of these systems on a road in India has sparked interest, suggesting progress in their deployment.
AM General has been participating in the National Guard Association of the United States (NGAUS) 2023 General Conference and Exhibition at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center in Reno, Nevada, from August 18 through August 21, 2023. At this event, AM General unveiled its new brand identity.
SIG Sauer Electro-Optics has secured a contract within the British Armed Forces' Support Weapons Enhanced Sighting System (SWESS) program, featuring the inclusion of the Romeo8T, Juliet3, and Juliet4 from their product line.
According to a report from rte.ie, the Irish Army is set to deploy around 30 personnel to train Ukrainian soldiers as part of a broader European team of trainers involved in an EU Common Security and Defence Policy mission. Initially, the training was planned to encompass activities such as landmine clearance, combat medicine, and other non-lethal forms of support. However, the Department of Defence has now confirmed that this training will also encompass weapons instruction.
On August 19, 2023, the Russian Armed Forces announced their intention to increase their defense capabilities with the procurement of additional Tor-M2 tactical surface-to-air missile systems. This decision stems from a new agreement between the Ministry of Defence and the manufacturing entity, the Kupol Izhevsk Electromechanical Plant.
Navistar Defense, LLC has been selected by AM General to partner in the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle 2 (JLTV A2) program. The subcontract is to manufacture an estimated 10,000 JLTV trailers over the life of the contract.
Taiwan's United Daily News (UDN) recently unveiled images and video clips allegedly showcasing the Hsiung Feng IIE (HF-2E) land-attack cruise missile. This missile, which has been in the Taiwanese military's arsenal for over a decade, has remained shrouded in secrecy, never being publicly displayed.
ElbitSystems announced on August 21 that it was awarded a contract worth approximately $55 million to supply multi-layered ReDrone Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS) to the Netherlands. The contract will be performed over a period of four years.
WASHINGTON, United States, August 18, 2023 - In a significant move to strengthen defense ties with one of its key allies in the Western Pacific, the U.S. State Department has given the green light for a possible Foreign Military Sale to Australia. The deal, estimated at $975 million, includes the M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) and a plethora of related equipment.
At the Army-2023 International Defense Exhibition held at Patriot Park near Moscow from August 14 to 20, 2023, Russia showcased its latest T-16, also known as BREM-T, a tracked armored recovery and repair vehicle. This vehicle is built upon the Armata tank platform.
Patriot Park, located near the city of Moscow, recently hosts the Army-2023 International Military Technical Forum, which takes place from 14 to 20 August 2023. Recognized as a pivotal event in the global defense calendar for 2023, the forum serves as a platform for Russian and International companies to showcase their scientific, technical, and industrial advancements in the defense sector.
Germany has announced its intention to incorporate the Arrow-3 missiles, procured from Israel, into NATO's air defense system. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius confirmed this decision on August 17, 2023, emphasizing the missile system's pivotal role in safeguarding Germany from ballistic missile threats.
At the Army 2023 exhibition, the Russian military announced that they are testing a new strike drone named "Surprise," designed to serve the interests of the Ground Forces. Developed by Roboavia, the drone is capable of carrying two 82mm caliber mortar munitions, as revealed by Valentin Kiselev, the head of Roboavia's Moscow representative office.
Rheinmetall officially opened its new factory in Zalaegerszeg on 18 August 2023. The new plant marks a major milestone for Rheinmetall and underscores the Group’s commitment to Hungary. In the future, this cutting-edge facility will produce the KF41 Lynx infantry fighting vehicle, the world’s most advanced IFV.
During the Army 2023 exhibition held in Moscow from August 14 to 20, Rostec showcased its new large-caliber rifle MC-572 "Astarta" at the "Army-2023" forum. It has been humbly nicknamed the "Barrett Killer", clearly referencing the famous American anti-material rifle.
In a recent segment of CCTV's "Military News," the focus was on the significant modernization and equipment upgrades within the Chinese military. The Armed Police Special Forces in Xinjiang are now armed with the new short-barreled assault rifle, the QBZ-192.
On August 17, 2023, Ruselectronics, a branch of Rostec State Corporation, announced the development of a new microwave gun for the 15M107 Listva remote-controlled mine-clearing vehicle (RMCV) in response to the challenges posed by modern anti-tank mines, as seen in conflict zones including Ukraine. The aim is to enhance the Listva MCV's capability to neutralize modern mines equipped with semiconductor electronics.
The Brazilian Ministry of Defense unveiled on August 17, 2023, its plans to acquire and develop 36 Viatura Blindada de Combate Obuseiro Autopropulsado 155 mm Sobre Rodas (VBC OAP 155 mm SR), which translates to 36 armored self-propelled howitzers. This move comes after a series of evaluations and public consultations.
The unveiling of the Deep Orange 14 UGV (Unmanned Ground Vehicle) by the US Army and Clemson University has stirred significant interest in the defense and automotive sectors. This unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) prototype, showcased on August 15, 2023, at the 15th Annual Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering & Technology Symposium in Novi, Michigan, is not just another UGV; it represents a leap in technological advancements in automation, off-road mobility, and autonomous capabilities.
According to a report by Yevgeny Dudorov, the executive director of NPO "Android Technology," and as highlighted on topwar.ru, recent tests have conclusively proven that the Russian combat robot named "Marker" outperforms human operators in terms of speed when utilizing its shooting capabilities.
The U.S. Department of the Army is working on a new Antiterrorism Strategic Plan that is scheduled to roll out this fiscal year. The plan, which is being coordinated with the Department of Defense, will update policy, training, exercises and how the Army analyzes and shares information about terrorism. Christopher Hurd, U.S. Army News Service, reports.
On August 15, 2023, Raytheon announced that its subsidiary Collins Aerospace had been awarded a $24 million contract by the U.S. Department of Defense for the U.S. Army's Abrams M1A2 SEPv3 Main Battle Tanks. This contract involves the delivery of 400 advanced power generators and containers to enhance the power capacity of the tank.
