The French Army is integrating artificial intelligence (AI) for its tactical operational decisions. Highlighting a new era of tech-savvy military operations, General Pierre Schill underlines the significant role of AI in weapon systems and processes. AI: A Game Changer in Military Tactics One major advantage of AI inclusion is its ability to accelerate decision-making loops … Read more
The French Army struggled to hit their recruitment targets last year, leaving around 2,000 roles, particularly those within the ranks, vacant. According to the Army Chief of Staff, General Pierre Schill, this could potentially be a temporary setback or a result of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. Addressing The Recruitment Shortfall The Army has announced strategies … Read more
The French Army has received more than 200 Serval Armored Vehicles, a significant milestone in the Military Programming Law (LPM) 2024-30 plan. Under the LPM 2024-30, the French Army is slated to be equipped with a total of 2038 Serval armored vehicles by 2035. Within this count, 1060 will be incorporated into the Light Tactical … Read more
The Académie militaire Saint-Cyr Coëtquidan (AMSCC), a significant player in the French army’s education structure, is faced with resource scarcity, obstructing its strategic goals, as stated in a recent audit by the French Court of Accounts. AMSCC’s Significant Transformation Taking on a more university-like model, the AMSCC, dedicated to training officers for the French army, … Read more
In a series of recent events, the French Army is set to receive eight new Griffon vehicles equipped with MEPAC, a 120mm mortar, in addition to 30 CAESAr artillery trucks donated to Ukrainian forces. Griffon Vehicles Upgrade The Griffon vehicles, expected to be delivered to the 11th Marine Artillery Regiment, are part of the 2024 … Read more
In the last eight years, the Tactical Drone System (SDT) Patroller program has come a long way in development and implementation for the French Army. Developed by the Directorate General of Armaments (DGA) and Safran, this cutting-edge drone technology is set to take military surveillance to the next level. The Patroller Program and its Challenges … Read more
Starting January 1, 2024, the French Army’s Ground Forces Special Operations Command (CFST) will transition into a new identity known as the Special Operations Command Land (CAST). CAST’s creation is a part of the broader reorganization of the French Army’s command structure. This modification is designed to incorporate three state-of-the-art capabilities into their operational toolkit: … Read more
There’s a significant transformation on the horizon for the French Army under the guidance of General Pierre Schill. This overhaul is in response to a time characterized by an escalating use of force, demonstrated for instance in the Ukraine conflict. The ultimate aim is to ensure preparedness for future engagements and to deter aggression. General … Read more
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
Marking a new chapter in military cooperation, the French Army has recently introduced its first staff officer training program for African officers. This development transpired in the Military Schools of Draguignan, spearheaded by General Marc Conruyt. The idea for this training program came to light more than ten years ago by General Bertrand Ract-Madoux. He … Read more