Sofia Gonzalez 
The French Senate recently voiced concerns over the availability of certain key military equipment. A detailed analysis of this issue reveals some interesting facts, earning further consideration. A Closer Look at Army Equipment Availability The primary concern raised by the Senate relates specifically to the insufficient availability of the Leclerc tanks. The availability percentage of … Read more
Nexter, a French manufacturer, is boosting the production of the CAESAr, a truck outfitted with a 155mm artillery system. The French Army received six out of eighteen units, previously ordered in July 2022, ahead of schedule. These units are to replace the ones designated for Ukraine. The French Senate has expressed concerns regarding the delayed … Read more
The Spanish government has officially signed a hefty 500 million euro deal with Airbus for the procurement of 17 SIRTAP tactical drones. A decision which marks a significant milestone in the country’s defense sector. The SIRTAP program had received the green light from Spain in April. The new SIRTAP unmanned aircraft are set to replace … Read more
Exposing the French Navy’s ambition to update its aging Rafale M fighter-bombers, this article offers a deep dive into modern military aviation. Yet, the next-generation combat aircraft, eagerly awaited by the Navy, will not be operational until 2040 at the earliest. A long wait for the force eyeing to replace its worn fleet. 2024-30 Military … Read more
Germany and Norway are in the early stages of creating a revolutionary supersonic anti-ship missile known as the Super Sonic Strike Missile [3SM] Tyrfing. Defense Minister Bjørn Arild Gram of Norway has made the announcement about this ambitious project. The missile development is being spearheaded by a prominent Norwegian collective, Kongsberg. With an anticipated completion … Read more
Through a notable turn of events, Serbia has acquired old Russian-made Mil Mi-35 attack helicopters that were previously under the ownership of Cyprus. The Mil Mi-35P helicopters were not strangers to issues. Before the EU sanctions against Russia due to the invasion of Ukraine came into play, these helicopters were already experiencing maintenance difficulties. At … Read more
With unique challenges threatening Europe’s access to space, a succession of solutions and novel initiatives are emerging. From fresh funding to the advent of innovative propulsion technology, Europe is poised to overcome its obstacles and secure a robust future in space exploration. One of the notable issues in Europe’s space access is the cessation of … Read more
The Royal Swedish Navy is poised to elevate their corvettes’ air defense capabilities by incorporating MBDA’s CAMM missile. This stems from a recent agreement, building on the €4.6 billion contract with Polska Grupa Zbrojna for over 1000 CAMM-ER anti-aircraft defense missiles. CAMM Missile Agreement and Its Purpose The contract was made public on November 16th … Read more
Get a glimpse of the game-changing ASSYDUS project by the French Ministry of Defence. The project propels defence technology into new heights with the innovative use of drone swarms to mislead enemy radars. ASSYDUS: Redefining Air Defence Systems This pioneering project is being spearheaded by the Agency for Defence Innovation (AID), Thales DMS France SAS, … Read more
The U.S. Sentinel Program is grappling with an array of unexpected challenges in developing its future intercontinental missile. Concerns over Sentinel Program Significant worries are growing among the top ranks of the U.S. Air Force regarding the progress of the Sentinel Program. Frank Kendall, the Secretary for the U.S. Air Force, voiced these concerns publically. … Read more