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United Arab Emirates
Population: 5 628 805
GDP: 416 400 000 000.00 $
Companies & Organizations: 7
The Trucial States of the Persian Gulf coast granted the UK control of their defense and foreign affairs in 19th century treaties. In 1971, six of these states - Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Al Fujayrah, Ash Shariqah, Dubayy, and Umm al Qaywayn - merged to form the United Arab Emirates (UAE). They were joined in 1972 by Ra's al Khaymah. The UAE's per capita GDP is on par with those of leading West European nations. Its high oil revenues and its moderate foreign policy stance have allowed the UAE to play a vital role in the affairs of the region.
For more than three decades, oil and global finance drove the UAE's economy. However, in 2008-09, the confluence of falling oil prices, collapsing real estate prices, and the international banking crisis hit the UAE especially hard. The UAE has essentially avoided the "Arab Spring" unrest seen elsewhere in the Middle East, though in March 2011, political activists and intellectuals signed a petition calling for greater public participation in governance that was widely circulated on the Internet. In an effort to stem potential further unrest, the government announced a multi-year, $1.6-billion infrastructure investment plan for the poorer northern emirates and aggressively pursued advocates of political reform.
Population: 5,628,805.
note: the UN estimates the country's total population to be 9,445,624 as of mid-year 2014; immigrants make up more than 80% of the total population, according to 2013 UN data (2014).
Nationality: noun: Emirati(s), adjective: Emirati.
Ethnic groups: Emirati 19%, other Arab and Iranian 23%, South Asian 50%, other expatriates (includes Westerners and East Asians) 8% (1982).
note: less than 20% are UAE citizens (1982).
Languages: Arabic (official), Persian, English, Hindi, Urdu.
Religions: Muslim (Islam; official) 76%, Christian 9%, other (primarily Hindu and Buddhist, less than 5% of the population consists of Parsi, Baha'i, Druze, Sikh, Ahmadi, Ismaili, Dawoodi Bohra Muslim, and Jewish) 15%.
note: represents the total population; about 85% of the population consists of noncitizens (2005).
GDP: $ 416 400 000 000.00 (2014).
United Arab Emirates Armed Forces: Critical Infrastructure Coastal Patrol Agency (CICPA), Land Forces, Navy, Air Force and Air Defense, Presidential Guard.
Boundary agreement was signed and ratified with Oman in 2003 for entire border, including Oman's Musandam Peninsula and Al Madhah enclaves, but contents of the agreement and detailed maps showing the alignment have not been published; Iran and UAE dispute Tunb Islands and Abu Musa Island, which Iran occupies.
The UAE is a drug transshipment point for traffickers given its proximity to Southwest Asian drug-producing countries; the UAE's position as a major financial center makes it vulnerable to money laundering; anti-money-laundering controls improving, but informal banking remains unregulated.
Capital: Abu Dhabi
Location: Middle East, bordering the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf, between Oman and Saudi Arabia. Strategic location along southern approaches to Strait of Hormuz, a vital transit point for world crude oil.
Geographic coordinates:
24 00 N, 54 00 E.
Area:
total: 83,600 sq km
land: 83,600 sq km
water: 0 sq km.
Land boundaries:
total: 1,066 km
border countries: Oman 609 km, Saudi Arabia 457 km.
Coastline: 1,318 km.
Natural resources: petroleum, natural gas.
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WARSAW, Poland --- Today U.S. and Polish officials formalized an agreement for Poland to purchase Lockheed Martin's Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE) missiles and related support equipment. With today's announcement, Poland becomes the fifth international customer to sign an agreement to procure PAC-3 MSE.
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CINCINNATI, OH --- Lockheed Martin recently awarded GE Aviation a multi-million-dollar contract to upgrade the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Air Force’s F-16 data transfer system. The contract involves a redesign of the system and an aircraft retrofit that will extend the life of this capability for the UAE Air Force’s F-16 fleet.
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STOCKHOLM --- Continuing the upward trend that began in the early 2000s, the volume of international transfers of major weapons in 2013-17 was 10 per cent higher than in 2008-12, according to new data on arms transfers published today by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) at www.sipri.org.
08/03/2018
WASHINGTON --- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the United Arab Emirates of three hundred (300) AIM-9X-2 Sidewinder Block II missiles, forty (40) AIM-9X-2 Sidewinder Captive Air Training Missiles (CATMs), thirty (30) AIM-9X-2 Block II Tactical guidance units, fifteen (15) AIM-9X-2 CATM guidance units, containers, spares, support equipment and missile support, U.S. Government and contractor technical assistance and other related logistics support, and other associated support equipment and services for an estimated cost of $270.4 million.
06/03/2018
DALLAS --- Two Lockheed Martin PAC-3 Cost Reduction Initiative (CRI) interceptors successfully intercepted two tactical ballistic missile targets recently in a test at White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico. The PAC-3 CRI intercepts support the U.S. Army's Field Surveillance Program (FSP) ensuring the reliability and readiness of fielded PAC-3 missiles. The test also marked the tenth and eleventh successful PAC-3 CRI FSP intercepts in six years. More than sixty PAC-3 CRI and Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE) interceptors have achieved flight test success at White Sands Missile Range.
05/03/2018
WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE, N.M. --- Delegations from eight countries watched a live fire test of the newest suite of upgrades to Raytheon's Patriot Air and Missile Defense System. U.S. Army soldiers conducted the test using Post Deployment Build 8, or PDB-8, to fire two Patriot interceptor missiles against two tactical ballistic missile targets.
02/03/2018
ASHGABAT --- Turkmenistan has acquired two new types of armored vehicles from Turkey. The dissident 'Chronicles of Turkmenistan' uploaded a video on February 26, 2018, of a recent visit by President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov to a new border post near Serhetabat, which is close to the border with Afghanistan.
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MANAMA, Bahrain --- On any given day, U.S. Marines and Sailors embark naval vessels in preparation for missions around the globe. With approximately 10 different U.S. Navy platforms available to deploy aboard, personnel with Naval Amphibious Force, Task Force 51/5th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (TF 51/5) never anticipated receiving orders to board a foreign vessel – but that’s exactly what happened in November 2017 when nearly 150 U.S. Sailors and Marines embarked French Navy Mistral-class amphibious assault ship LHD Tonnerre for a two-month deployment in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations.
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Today Saab rolls out the first GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C) aircraft to the media at its Linköping site, Sweden. GlobalEye is an advanced, swing role airborne surveillance system based on a Global 6000 jet aircraft from Bombardier, which has undergone a thorough modification programme to adapt it for its role. The rollout marks a significant milestone on the programme.
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DUBAI --- Emirates and Airbus firmed up an earlier Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and signed a contract for the 20 additional A380s with a further 16 options to be confirmed at a later date. The total agreement for 36 aircraft is valued at US$16 bn based on latest list prices. Deliveries are to start as early as 2020.
08/02/2018
DALLAS --- The United States and allied military forces will upgrade their missile defense capabilities under a $524 million contract modification for production and delivery of Lockheed Martin Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) and PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (PAC-3 MSE) interceptors. This modification is in addition to the $944 million contract awarded on Dec. 21, 2017 for PAC-3 and PAC-3 MSE production and delivery.
08/02/2018
BAE Systems has been selected by Lockheed Martin to modernize head-up displays (HUD) on F-16 aircraft for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Armed Forces, replacing the fleet’s analog system with advanced digital technology. The HUD, which sits directly in a pilot’s line of sight, is a see-through display that presents real-time, flight-critical information without obstructing his or her view of the outside world.
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DUBAI --- Dubai-based Emirates Airline has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to acquire up to 36 additional A380 aircraft. The agreement was signed this morning at the airline's headquarters in Dubai by HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and Group, and John Leahy, Chief Operating Officer Customers, Airbus Commercial Aircraft.
17/01/2018
PARIS --- Airbus has been awarded the Symphonie contract by the French joint services directorate for defence infrastructure networks and information systems (DIRISI) for a period of seven years. It is part of the Descartes programme designed to modernise the telecommunication networks of the French Ministry of the Armed Forces.
15/01/2018
TOULOUSE, France --- Airbus' Commercial Aircraft deliveries in 2017 were up for the 15th year in a row, reaching a new company record of 718 aircraft delivered to 85 customers. Deliveries were more than four percent higher than the previous record of 688 set in 2016. The 2017 total comprises: 558 single aisle A320 Family (of which 181 were A320neo – an increase of 166 percent over 2016); 67 A330s; 78 A350 XWBs (up by nearly 60 percent from 2016) and 15 A380s.
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There have been discussions concerning defence materiel export practices in the media during the last few days. Patria acts in line with the Finnish and the EU laws and arms export regulations. Also, Patria is committed among other things to the Aerospace and Defence Industries Association of European (ASD) ethical Common Industry Standards.
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SMi reports: Nations across the globe will attend SMi’s Maritime Reconnaissance & Surveillance Technology conference in 3 weeks’ time. Nations across the world will attend SMi’s well renowned Maritime Reconnaissance and Surveillance Technology conference, taking place in Rome, Italy on 30th and 31st January 2018. This year’s conference promises to be the biggest yet, featuring a focused discussion of emerging technologies, informative presentations and networking opportunities. With the aim of delivering clear and accurate maritime situational awareness, the conference will provide an unrivalled insight into the activity and priorities of military fleets, maritime authorities and industry experts that are at the forefront of innovation in the marine domain. The two-day programme will cover the core areas of maritime reconnaissance and surveillance in details, exploring the new and emerging ISR technologies and platforms, space-based surveillance systems, unmanned maritime systems and other crucial areas.
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Leonardo has announced sales this year of over 150 units of its ‘Linaps’ artillery pointing system and over 100 FIN 3120 Inertial Navigation Units (INU), worth together more than 50M Euros, signaling a sustained level of interest in the company’s artillery aiming systems. Linaps, which can be adapted to fit any existing artillery, mortar or MLRS platform provides highly-accurate weapon management and navigation, without reliance on GPS. The system is being seen by customers worldwide as a cost-effective way to significantly enhance the capabilities of both modern and legacy systems.
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During Dubai Airshow 2017, held from November 12-16, Thales and the UAE armed forces announced their intention to sign a contract to modernize the UAE Air Force’s Dassault Mirage 2000-9 fighter jets. Under the potential contract, Thales would upgrade the Mirages’ complete electronics package, including mission computers; fire control radars; electronic warfare suites; optronics systems; communications, navigation, and identification systems; cockpit displays; and helmet-mounted displays.
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DUBAI --- Dublin based CDB Aviation Lease Finance DAC (CDB Aviation) announces a firm order for 90 A320neo Family aircraft during the Dubai Airshow 2017. The agreement was reached in two steps: an original purchase agreement signed in 2014 for 45 A320neo Family aircraft, which remained undisclosed to date, and the firming up of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) announced at the 2017 Le Bourget Paris Airshow in June 2017 for an additional 30 A320neo and 15 A321neo aircraft.
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DUBAI --- Leonardo, at the Dubai Air Show 2017 exhibition, has announced the completion of the first delivery of its Falco EVO Remotely-Piloted Air System (RPAS) to its launch customer in the Middle East. The first of the newly-built aircraft was completed in August with the acceptance test carried out at Leonardo’s RPAS design and construction facility in Ronchi dei Legionary, Italy. It was delivered in September.
13/11/2017
DUBAI --- Rockwell Collins has been selected by Calidus, a new aircraft manufacturer in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), to provide Pro Line Fusion on the new B-250 light attack aircraft with multi-role capabilities. Launched at the Dubai Airshow, the aircraft is designed for combat and asymmetric warfare.
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DUBAI, U.A.E. --- Gulf Air and CFM International today signed an agreement for the purchase of 58 LEAP-1A engines to power 17 Airbus A321neo and 12 A320neo aircraft, as well as an additional seven spare engines to support fleet operations. The engine order is valued at approximately $1.9 billion U.S. at list price, including a long-term service agreement. The aircraft order was announced in January 2016.
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DUBAI --- Milestone Aviation Group, a GE Capital Aviation Services company and the global leader in helicopter leasing, and Leonardo announced today that Falcon Aviation of Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates) will expand its AgustaWestland AW169 helicopter fleet with the addition of a further three aircraft.
10/11/2017
09/11/2017
Defence and security company Saab will be taking to the sky over Dubai with the Gripen fighter appearing at the Dubai Airshow 12-16 November 2017, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Saab is exhibiting at Stand 540, whilst a Gripen aircraft will be on static display outside the exhibition hall.
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At the Dubai Airshow, which runs from 12th to 16th November 2017, Airbus will showcase its wide range of innovative technologies, products and services, from market-leading commercial and military aircraft to helicopters and space systems. The Airshow, which was launched in 1986, represents one of the largest and most important aerospace events in the world.
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SMi’s Global MilSatCom 2017 will open doors in two weeks at the Park Plaza Riverbank Hotel in London with an expected turnout of over 500 delegates from nations and organisations including Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Canada, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ethiopia, France, Germany, Ghana, Israel, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Nigeria, Norway, Poland, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, USA and more. This year’s event has seen a record-breaking level of military delegation. With 30% more military attendees than last year’s show, this has been the highest number of military representatives Global MilSatCom has seen in its 19-year history.
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Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control, Grand Prairie, Texas, was awarded a $130,342,972 modification (P00004) to foreign military sales (Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Republic of Korea, United Arab Emirates, and Taiwan) contract W31P4Q-17-C-0006 for fiscal 2017 PATRIOT Advanced Capability-3 production.
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In 2016 the Ministry of Defence granted a total of 212 authorisations for permanent exports of defence materiel. Most export licences were granted for exports to Europe (148). In euros, exports to Turkey, Sweden, the United Arab Emirates and the United States accounted for the biggest share of defence materiel exports.
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The National Defense Companies Council (NDCC), a group created by Tawazun Economic Council with membership drawn from UAE private and public sectors, and the American Business Group of Abu Dhabi (AmCham Abu Dhabi), the leading trade association for US businesses based in Abu Dhabi, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for cooperation in the defense industry.
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The first A330-200 "green aircraft" over a total order of four, ultimately for the usage of the Republic of Korean Air Force in the shape of A330 MRTT, was delivered by Airbus Commercial Aircraft to Airbus Defense and Space on May 19th in Toulouse, in order to start its conversion to tanker in Getafe as soon as the ferry flight from France to Spain is performed on that same day.
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WASHINGTON --- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for Patriot PAC-3 and GEM-T missiles. The estimated cost is $2 billion. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on May 10, 2017.
11/05/2017
BRASÍLIA --- The United Arab Emirates are interested in the development project of the Tamandaré class corvette for the Brazilian Navy, it emerged during a meeting of the minister Raul Jungmann with his counterpart from the United Arab Emirates, Mohamed Albawardi Alfalasi. "We are interested in participating in projects in all areas, whether military or commercial," said Minister Mohamed.
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Lockheed Martin, Orlando, Florida, was awarded a $332,136,017 firm-fixed-price foreign military sales (United Kingdom, Egypt, India, Korea, Republic of Indonesia, Taiwan, Netherlands, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Poland) contract for Modernized Target Acquisition Designation Sight/Pilot Night Vision Sensor System, subcomponent production, and technical services for the Apache attack helicopter.
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Armed forces across the globe, and the Middle East in particular, have been heavily involved in building their C4ISR capabilities with a special focus on interoperability and joint operations. IQPC has therefore organised the 5th Annual C4ISR Summit taking place from 9-10 May 2017 at the Armed Forces Officers Club, Abu Dhabi, UAE to discuss the ongoing and upcoming C4ISR project requirements and review front-line C4ISR technologies, tools and equipments to enable rapid response to symmetrical and asymmetrical threats in the Middle East.
More Info...13/04/2017
ALAN WARNES in TURIN. – Among the many guests at the unveiling of the 500th Eurofighter at Leonardo's Turin-Caselle facility, on Tuesday was a small Kuwait delegation. It was headed up by the Kuwait Ambassador to Italy, His Excellency Sheikh Ali Khalid Al Sabah, who was presented with the first component to be built for the first Kuwait Air Force Eurofighter.
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ABU DHABI, UAE --- Strata Manufacturing PJSC (Strata), the advanced composite aero-structures manufacturing company wholly owned by Mubadala Development Company, and ACITURRI AERONÁUTICA S.L., a tier 1 supplier for aeronautic industry OEM’s, and a family-run company owned by Clemente Zarate family, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on contributing to the advancement of the global aerospace sector by strengthening vital supply chain capabilities and bilateral ties between Spain and the United Arab Emirates.
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ROME --- Leonardo announced today that the Government of Pakistan has signed a new order for an undisclosed number of additional AgustaWestland AW139 intermediate twin engine helicopters. The aircraft will be used to perform utility, SAR (Search and Rescue) and EMS (Emergency Medical Service) operations across the nation. Deliveries are expected to start in early 2018.
More Info...27/03/2017
The Israel Air Force began a joint exercise on Monday in Greece that included dozens of aircraft from foreign armies. Dubbed Iniohos 2017, an official report for the Greek air force noted that the air forces of Israel, the United States, the United Arab Emirates and Italy participated in the exercise. The training patch for the exercise includes the flags of the countries along with the slogan "Act with Awareness."
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In 2016, for the fourth consecutive year, MBDA's orders significantly exceeded sales in value terms as new orders rose to €4.7 billion against sales of €3.0 billion. The value of the order book jumped again to €15.9 billion at 31 December 2016, giving an excellent outlook for the next five years.
13/03/2017
Leading armoured steel subcontractor Advanced Armour Engineering has announced plans to invest in the fabrication of armoured hulls from its manufacturing facility in the UAE. AAE is a British owned and managed steel fabrication company which specialises in subcontract steel processing of laser cutting, bending and welding of blast and ballistic steel components for Armoured vehicle manufacturers.
More Info...10/03/2017
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LISLE, Ill. --- The U.S. Army Contracting Command recently awarded Navistar Defense, LLC, two foreign military contracts valued at more than $475 million. The first is to produce and support 40 MaxxPro Dash DXM Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicles for Pakistan. The second is to reset, upgrade and support 1,085 long wheel base MaxxPro MRAP Excess Defense Article vehicles for the United Arab Emirates.
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Navistar Defense LLC, Lisle, Illinois, was awarded a $440,000,000 firm-fixed-price, foreign military sales contract (United Arab Emirates) for the reset and upgrade of 1,085 Mine Resistant Ambush Protected MaxxPro Excess Defense Article vehicles, and the delivery of specified sets, kits, packages, and technical publications, for the government of United Arab Emirates under Foreign Military Sales case AE-B-ZVA.
More Info...28/02/2017
The head of Rostec, Sergey Chemezov, told reporters at the IDEX show in Abu Dabi that Rostec would partner with the UAE Defense Ministry to develop a light fifth-generation fighter jet based on the MiG-29. Development is slated to begin in 2018, and production should launch seven to eight years after that.
More Info...28/02/2017
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At NAVDEX 2017, Thales has been selected for several significant projects to develop the capabilities of the United Arab Emirates Navy in the fields of electronic warfare, anti-submarine warfare as well as security and surveillance. The solutions will allow the Navy to perform its missions in protecting the UAE.
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ABU DHABI --- Russian state corporation Rostec has signed an agreement on selling 12% of the stock of its subsidiary Russian Helicopters to a consortium set up by the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) and Arab investors. The whole of the stock of Russian Helicopters was valued at $2.35 billion, Rostec Director General Sergei Chemezov told journalists.
More Info...21/02/2017
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On Monday, Tekhmash, the Russian defense firm developing shells for the Armata T-15 and Kurganets-25 infantry fighting vehicles, announced that new 'smart ammunition' will be created for the armored vehicles by 2018. Speaking to Sputnik, military writer Viktor Baranets took note of the expected features of these smart shells.
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ABU DHABI --- With a century’s experience in tank manufacturing to its name, Nexter, the leading French land defense systems and ammunition designer and manufacturer, is one of the world’s most experienced tank manufacturers. The Leclerc Main Battle Tank, a key component of the French and UAE land forces, is the latest tank resulting from Nexter’s strategic know-how. The UAE Leclerc MBT will take pride of place on Nexter’s booth from February 19 to 23 at the IDEX 2017 exhibition.
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ABU DHABI, UAE --- The Paramount Group, the African-based global defence and aerospace company, is today announcing that its MWARI “SMART” intelligence, reconnaissance and precision strike aircraft will be showcased at IDEX 2017 in Abu Dhabi following a large increase in customer demand.
20/02/2017
At IDEX 2017 Patria launched Patria Nemo Container - the world’s first 120 mm mortar system integrated with a container. Patria Nemo Container includes all the equipment required by a mortar unit in a single package. It is delivered with everything that a mortar unit needs: protection for the crew, the weapon and ammunition. The container has its own power unit and air conditioning. In addition to an access hatch, the container has an escape hatch.
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NAVAN, Ireland --- A new, faster and more cost effective way of developing armoured vehicles is announced today by Timoney. The working methodology that Timoney has developed reduces project timelines and development costs through the initial stages of new vehicle programmes by as much as 75% compared to traditional methods.
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ABU DHABI --- The Uralvagonzavod (UVZ) scientific-production corporation is ready to extend the serial production of the cutting-edge T-90MS main battle tank (MBT), the special representative of UVZ for military-technical cooperation, General of the Army Alexei Maslov told TASS at the IDEX 2017 13th international arms exhibition.
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OSHKOSH, Wis. --- Oshkosh Defense, LLC will showcase its MRAP All-Terrain Vehicle (M-ATV) and Light Combat Tactical All-Terrain Vehicle (L-ATV), the U.S. military’s JLTV solution, at the IDEX Conference 2017. The vehicles will be on display at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, in Abu Dhabi from February 19-23, 2017.
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ABU DHABI --- NIMR Automotive, a subsidiary of Emirates Defence Industries Company (EDIC), the UAE's integrated defence manufacturing and services platform is showcasing its new JAIS 6x6 military vehicle at the International Defense Exhibition and Conference (IDEX), demonstrating Abu Dhabi's growing capabilities in military manufacturing.
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Patria attends IDEX 2017 event held in February 19-23, in Abu Dhabi, UAE featuring its latest technology. At the event, Patria will showcase the new Patria AMV28A with Kongsberg PROTECTOR Medium Caliber Turret (MCT-30) with Commander’s Independent Weapon Station with 12,7 mm Machine Gun and Javelin AT launcher and launch the world’s first 120 mm mortar system integrated with a container.
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PARIS --- With a market presence of more than 30 years in all the countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), and with several thousands vehicles in service over the world, VGGS is to exhibit a comprehensive range at the IDEX show, to be held in Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates) on 19-23 February 2015.
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HELSINKI --- Patria attends IDEX 2017 event held in February 19-23, in Abu Dhabi, UAE featuring its latest technology. At the event Patria will showcase the new Patria AMV28A with Kongsberg PROTECTOR Medium Caliber Turret (MCT-30) with Commander's Independent Weapon Station with 12,7 mm Machine Gun and Javelin AT launcher and launch the world's first 120 mm mortar system integrated with a container. In addition, Patria AMV Part Task Trainer (PTT) - the training system for Patria AMV is on display.
More Info...01/02/2017
WASHINGTON — Just five days after taking office, over dinner with his newly installed secretary of defense and the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, President Trump was presented with the first of what will be many life-or-death decisions: whether to approve a commando raid that risked the lives of American Special Operations forces and foreign civilians alike.
More Info...31/01/2017
In the first trade deal inked by UK PM Theresa May's government, Britain will supply fighter jets worth $US125 million to Turkey – and critics have accused Westminster of once again putting profits before human rights. Which other countries are being supplied by Britain – and what are they being supplied with?
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26/01/2017
The Brazilian Defense and Security Industry Association (ABIMDE) will bring 18 associated Brazilian companies to IDEX 2017 (International Defense Exhibition and Conference), one of the most important Defense fairs in the Middle East. Taking place in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, from February 19 to 23, the Brazilian companies will have the support of the Brazilian Trade and Investment Agency (APEX-BRAZIL) through the Dubai office of the Brazilian Ministry of Defense and the Brazilian Embassy in Abu Dhabi.
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SUWANEE, Ga. --- Meggitt Training Systems announced the Middle East debut of its FATS 100e virtual training system will take place February 19-23 at IDEX 2017 in Abu Dhabi. Meggitt representatives will be available for demonstrations of the FATS 100e and other products at the show at booth 03-A22.
24/01/2017
LONDON --- NIMR Automotive - a subsidiary of the Emirates Defence Industries Company (EDIC), the UAE's integrated defence manufacturing and services platform - participated in the International Armoured Vehicles (IAV) Conference in the British capital, London, held 23-26 January. The annual conference focuses on advanced military vehicles.
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Following an agreement reached between Emirates Airline and Rolls-Royce and a consecutive agreement between Emirates Airline and Airbus, the Toulouse based aircraft manufacturer is to adapt the A380 delivery stream with six aircraft deliveries postponed from 2017 to 2018 and six others from 2018 to 2019.
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DALLAS --- The United States and allied military forces will upgrade their missile defense capabilities under a new $1.45 billion contract for production and delivery of Lockheed Martin Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) and PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (PAC-3 MSE) interceptors.
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Boeing and Airbus delivered 64 and 61 commercial jets in November 2016, respectively, compared to 71 and 61 during the same month last year. As of November 30, 2016, Boeing is trailing last year’s delivery figures with 681 commercial jets delivered (709 in 2015), which is in line with company expectations. Airbus has delivered 577 jets to date and is 21 deliveries ahead of November of last year.
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NEW DELHI --- In a sudden and first of its kind action, the CBI on Friday arrested former Air Force Chief SP Tyagi, his cousin Sanjeev, and a lawyer in the sensational Rs 450 crore bribery case in the procurement of 12 VVIP helicopters from UK-based AgustaWestland during the UPA-2 government.
More Info...08/12/2016
WASHINGTON --- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the United Arab Emirates for Apache AH-64E Helicopters and services, as well as related equipment, training, and support. The estimated cost is $3.5 billion. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on December 7, 2016.
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DUBAI, UAE and COPENHAGEN --- GET Group and Terma A/S have entered a strategic partnership to promote Terma’s acclaimed intelligent wide area protection system, the T.react CIP, across the continent of Africa and Egypt. GET Group will be the official sole provider of the T.react CIP in Egypt and rest of Africa.
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08/11/2016
US-led air strikes against ISIS continue in Iraq and Syria, alongside a training programme to build the capacity of Iraqi security forces and local fighters. The UK has been conducting airstrikes against ISIS in Iraq since September 2014 and has been providing training assistance to Iraqi security forces and the Kurdish Peshmerga. Following a vote in Parliament in December 2015 the UK expanded its air campaign into Syria.
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01/11/2016
RIYADH/DUBAI (Sputnik) — Saudi Arabia is interested in buying Russian S-400 air defense systems, Russian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Oleg Ozerov told Sputnik. "This has been stated by Saudi Arabian representatives themselves when they visited multiple exhibitions, presentations and shows where Russia showcased these systems, such as the exhibition in Abu Dhabi [the International Defense Exhibition and Conference, IDEX] and events organized in Russia, so there is nothing new here, there is an interest," Ozerov said.
30/10/2016
At least two Los Angeles citizens have been arrested on allegations of smuggling US fighter jet parts to Iran. Zavik Zargarian, 52, and Vache Nayirian, 57, have been reportedly arrested by special agents with the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement service's Homeland Security Investigations unit, who conducted an undercover investigation, the US Attorney's Office reports.
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WASHINGTON --- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the United Arab Emirates for exercise participation support. The estimated cost is $75 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on October 21, 2016.
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It was only a matter of time. As major powers, rogue regimes and terrorist groups acquired and, in a number of instances, employed increasingly sophisticated arsenals of rockets and ballistic missiles, those countries that found themselves under the gun, so to speak, would see an urgent need for missile defenses. Europe, the Middle East and East Asia are all experiencing the classic arms race action-reaction phenomenon. It is likely only a matter of time before the U.S. will find it necessary to significantly enhance its missile defenses of the homeland.
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General Dynamics – Ordnance and Tactical Systems, Garland, Texas, was awarded a $39,258,206 modification (P0004) to Foreign Military Sales contract (Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, France and Iraq) W52P1J-13-D-0050 for MK82-1 bomb bodies (162); MK82-6 bomb bodies (7,245); and MK84-10 bomb bodies (9,664), being bought in support of Air Force and Navy requirements.
More Info...24/08/2016
On September 10, 2014, President Obama announced the formation of a global coalition to “degrade and ultimately defeat” the Islamic State (IS, aka the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, ISIL/ISIS or the Arabic acronym Da’esh). Subsequently, over 60 nations and partner organizations agreed to participate, contributing either military forces or resources (or both) to the campaign.
More Info...29/07/2016
Over the last 18 months, Finland’s Ministry of Defence has awarded domestic companies 50 permits to sell weapons to countries in the Middle East. Finland is currently supplying arms to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, for example, both of which have recently bombed civilian targets in Yemen.
28/07/2016
SÃO JOSÉ DOS CAMPOS, Brazil --- The first prototype of the KC-390, next generation multi-mission aircraft by Embraer, returned to Brazil after successfully completing its first international mission, lasting 23 days and flying more than 48 hours. Currently, two KC-390 prototypes accumulated more than 400 flight hours.
19/07/2016
WASHINGTON --- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the United Arab Emirates for munitions, sustainment, and support. The estimated cost is $785 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on July 15, 2016.
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FARNBOROUGH, U.K. --- GE Aviation and its joint venture companies, including CFM International, a 50/50 joint company between GE and Snecma (Safran), announced more than $25 billion (USD) in orders and commitments at this week’s Farnborough Air Show. The orders and commitments included more than 800 GE and CFM engines as well as TrueChoice suite of engine maintenance offerings.
11/07/2016
FARNBOROUGH, UK --- World’s first for the Aermacchi M-346FT aircraft of Leonardo-Finmeccanica that will make its official debut at Farnborough Air Show that will open next July 11th. The M-346FT is the multi-role version of the M-346 whose characteristic is to pass very easily from the trainer aircraft configuration to the operational mission.
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AARHUS, Denmark --– At this year’s Farnborough International Airshow 2016, Terma displays the 3D-Audio and Active Noise Reduction solution along with the pylon-based Missile Warning System, the ALQ-213 EW Management System, the Universal DIRCM Pod, and advanced composite structures for aircraft.
More Info...29/06/2016
MOSCOW --- Russia’s defense industry is shoring up its positions at the armoured vehicles (AV) global market. According to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute's (SIPRI) arms transfers database, the volume of the country’s AV export reached USD14.595 billion in 1991-2015.
21/06/2016
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates --- Boeing Co. said Tuesday it signed an agreement with Iran Air "expressing the airline's intent" to buy its aircraft, marking the first major deal with an American company in the Islamic Republic following its landmark nuclear deal last year with world powers.
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NEWTOWN, Conn. --- The Japanese government is the main buyer of the H-2 launch vehicle, using it to launch military and science satellites as well as the HTV orbital transfer vehicle. For example, two early 2015 launches carried IGS military reconnaissance satellites. An early 2016 launch carried JAXA's ASTRO-H science satellite.
More Info...20/06/2016
Missile defense cooperation remains one of, if not the most, important aspects of the multilateral relationship between the United States and its allies in the Arabian Gulf. The U.S. defense industry has greatly benefitted from this multilateral relationship with the military expenditure of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states routinely among the highest in the world.
13/06/2016
LONDON --- Global defence trade reached a record-breaking $65 billion in 2015, according to the annual Global Defence Trade Report released today by IHS Inc., the leading global source of critical information and insight. The report examines trends in the global defence market across 65 countries and is based upon 40,000 programmes from the IHS Aerospace, Defence & Security’s Markets Forecast database.
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07/06/2016
Northrop Grumman Space & Mission Systems Corp., Colorado Springs, Colorado, is being awarded a modification (P00033) to previously awarded cost-plus-award-fee, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract H95001-05-D-0002/H95001-10-D-0001, to extend the period of performance of task orders.
More Info...06/06/2016
NEWTOWN, Conn. --- In its newly updated "The Market for Electronic Attack Systems" intelligence report, Forecast International projects that $5.1 billion (in FY16 U.S. dollars) will be spent on the production of major electronic attack (EA) programs from 2016 through 2025. The top contractors during this timeframe as they relate to this sampling of leading EA systems will be Raytheon, Harris, Northrop Grumman, and Thales.
More Info...30/05/2016
SOUTHWEST ASIA --- U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria and Iraq yesterday, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
Officials reported details of yesterday’s strikes, noting that assessments of results are based on initial reports.
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17/05/2016
Boeing and Airbus delivered 54 and 52 commercial jets in April 2016, compared to 66 and 62 in the same month last year, respectively. In 2016 to date, Boeing and Airbus are still trailing last year’s delivery figures and had delivered 230 (250 in 2015) and 177 (196 in 2015) commercial jets, respectively, as of April 30.
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WASHINGTON --- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the United Arab Emirates for AGM-114 R/K Hellfire Category III Missiles and equipment, training, and support. The estimated cost is $476 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on May 11, 2016.
More Info...10/05/2016
AMMAN, Jordan --- An innovative industrial partnership between Paramount Group, the African-based global defense and aerospace company, and strategic partners including the King Abdullah II Design Development Bureau (KADDB) and Jordan Manufacturing Services Solutions (JMSS), has begun local production of one of the world’s most advanced armored vehicles, the MBOMBE 6x6, for the Jordanian Armed Forces.
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VIENNA / FOGO ISLAND, Canada ---- At the end of March 2016 at Fogo Island in Canada, Schiebel’s Camcopter S-100 Unmanned Air System (UAS) successfully demonstrated its capabilities to a host of dignitaries from the Canadian Coast Guard, the Royal Canadian Navy, Transport Canada, the Canadian National Research Council and the University of Alaska in partnership with the Memorial University of Newfoundland.
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Recently, the CEO of Russia’s Rostec, Sergei Chemezov, sat down with The Wall Street Journal for an interview on a range of subjects pertaining to the company. The interview covered a number of important ongoing topics, touching on Russia’s domestic defense industry as well as its export market. Rostec is a Russian conglomerate that comprises a number of businesses. It has 14 holding companies, five of which are geared toward the civilian market and nine that specialize in military products.
More Info...14/03/2016
The Islamic State, also known as ISIS, has increased its presence in Libya, a formerly wealthy oil state on the Mediterranean, in the past year. The terrorist group has 5,000 to 6,500 fighters in Libya and controls almost 200 miles of coastline. ISIS has been attacking Libya’s oil infrastructure and aims to launch attacks on Europe. President Obama needs to listen to his senior military advisors and decide on military action to prevent ISIS from attacking Europe again – not to mention stopping the terrorist group from spreading to other parts of Africa.
More Info...11/03/2016
MOSCOW --- Russian state corporation Rostec and officials of the government are in talks with the Mubadala foundation from the United Arab Emirates about selling the stake in the Russian Helicopters, head of Rostec Sergey Chemezov told TASS. The Russian Helicopters company is part of state hi-tech corporation Rostec.
More Info...08/03/2016
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates --- Boeing and the Paramount Group, the South African based global defense and aerospace business, have expanded their 2014 agreement to cooperate on an advanced mission system for a variant of the Advanced, High Performance, Reconnaissance, Light Aircraft (AHRLAC).
More Info...02/03/2016
-- Collaborative support between AgustaWestland and Era has led to in-service success of the AW139
-- As the largest civilian operator of AgustaWestland helicopters, Era owns 38 AW139s that are operated and leased in support of offshore, search and rescue, and EMS operations
-- Milestone achievement attributed to partnered commitment to safety by each of Era and AgustaWestland
01/03/2016
28/02/2016
TEL AVIV and DUBAI --- Israel’s opposition to Qatar buying F-15SE Silent Eagles could mark the end of Boeing’s venerable F-15 production line in Missouri unless Washington acts against its closest regional ally’s wishes or agrees to billions in more aid, allowing Israel to place its own new orders.
More Info...24/02/2016
WASHINGTON --- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the United Arab Emirates for AN/AAQ-24(V)N Large Aircraft Infrared Countermeasures (LAIRCM) equipment, and logistics support. The estimated cost is $225 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on February 23, 2016.
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STOCKHOLM --- The volume of international transfers of major weapons has grown continuously since 2004 and rose by 14 per cent between 2006–10 and 2011–15, according to new data on international arms transfers published today by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).
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17/02/2016
In its decision issued today, 17 February 2016, the Turku Court of Appeal has overturned the earlier judgment by the District Court and dismissed all bribery charges related to the Croatian export project. The Prosecutor General charged two former Patria employees with aggravated bribery, suspected to have taken place in 2005–2008. In addition, the prosecution demanded that a corporate fine be imposed on Patria Land Services Oy. The state was ordered to compensate Patria for legal costs and the prolonged trial.
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16/02/2016
Defence and security company Saab extends its airborne early warning and control portfolio, with the introduction of the GlobalEye multi-role airborne surveillance system. GlobalEye combines Saab’s all-new Erieye ER (Extended Range) radar and mission system with the high-end Global 6000 jet aircraft from Bombardier.
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NEWTOWN, Conn.--- Piaggio signed a contract in 2012 with Abu Dhabi Autonomous Systems Investments (ADASI), a subsidiary of Tawazun Holding, for the development of the MPA, a special mission surveillance variant of the Avanti. The contract covers the complete development of the aircraft, including construction of two prototypes.
More Info...29/01/2016
Raytheon IDS, Andover, Massachusetts, was awarded a $212,687,782 modification (P00022) to foreign military sales contract W31P4Q-14-C-0093 (Germany, Greece, Israel, Japan, Korea, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Netherlands, Qatar, Spain, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates) for engineering services for calendar year 2016 for the PATRIOT program.
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MIDDLETOWN, Conn. --- Pratt & Whitney will deliver the final production F117 engine to the U.S. Air Force for its C-17 Globemaster III fleet later this month. A ceremony commemorating delivery of 1,313 production engines will be held later today at Pratt & Whitney's engine center in Middletown, Connecticut, and will include representatives from the U.S. Air Force and Boeing. Pratt & Whitney is a United Technologies Corp. (UTX) company.
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30/12/2015
Lockheed Martin Corp., Grand Prairie, Texas, was awarded a $142,750,920 firm-fixed-price, foreign military sales contract for 12 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems with increased crew protection cabs incorporating sapphire transparent armor glass, associated training, spares, software, modernization updates, and planned enhancements and product improvement modifications for the United Arab Emirates.
More Info...30/12/2015
MOSCOW --- Russian Helicopters, part of State Corporation Rostec, has received type certification for the medium multirole Mi-38 transport helicopter designed by Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, a Russian Helicopters company. The certification confirms that the helicopter's standard design complies with Russian and international aviation requirements.
More Info...28/12/2015
The Boeing Co., St. Louis, Missouri, is being awarded a $357,852,000 indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity, firm-fixed-price contract to procure full rate production Lots 4-8 of the DSU-38 A/B Precision Laser Guided Sets (PLGSs) for the U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force and foreign military sales customers including the governments of United Arab Emirates, Belgium, Turkey, Morocco and Saudi Arabia.
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DALLAS --- The United States and allied military forces will upgrade their missile defense capabilities under a new $1.1 billion contract for production and delivery of Lockheed Martin built Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) missiles and PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (PAC-3 MSE) missiles.
More Info...09/12/2015
EDWARDS AFB, Calif. --- A Royal Australian Air Force KC-30 tanker that arrived at Edwards Nov. 30 is connecting the RAAF to the U.S. Air Force in a Coalition Tanker Aerial Refueling Certification Effort. The first flight in the series of tests was Dec. 3 when the KC-30 refueled an Edwards F-16.
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The Australian Defence Force competitively tendered for a new Pilot Training System under "Project Air 5428", from which the PC-21 emerged as the winner after a thorough evaluation and contract negotiations. This package will harmonise training across all three services with the PC-21 providing a modern, cost-effective Training System for basic and advanced pilot training.
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19/11/2015
Antonov Company will perform agreements reached at one of the biggest aerospace exhibitions Dubai Air Show – 2015, UAE, held within a period between the 8th and 12th of November 2015. At this event, the enterprise presented its modern programs including new AN−178, advanced programme of AN−132, new variants of multipurpose AN−148/AN−158 family.
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DUBAI, UAE --- Emirates has signed a US$16 billion OnPoint solution agreement with GE Aviation for the maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) of the GE9X engines that will power the airline’s fleet of 150 Boeing 777X aircraft over a period of 12 years. This is Emirates’ largest engine MRO contract to date.
09/11/2015
DUBAI Airshow --- Defence and security company Saab has signed a contract with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to expand and enhance the Emirates’ airborne surveillance capabilities. Saab will deliver a new airborne Swing Role Surveillance System (SRSS) incorporating a new version of the Saab Erieye radar system. The order value amounts to approximately USD1.27 billion.
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WASHINGTON --- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the United Arab Emirates for AN/AAQ 24(V) Directional Infrared Countermeasures (DIRCM) Systems and associated equipment, parts and logistical support for an estimated cost of $335 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on July 28, 2015.
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NEWTOWN, Conn. --- Despite acute economic uncertainties, the Krauss-Maffei Wegmann Boxer MRAV (multirole armored vehicle) program remains on firm ground. The original combined German-Dutch procurement objective of 472 Boxer vehicles breaks down as follows:
-- German Bundeswehr: 272 vehicles (including 65 command post versions and 72 ambulance variants);
-- Royal Netherlands Army: 200 vehicles.
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Data Link Solutions LLC, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is being awarded a potential maximum $478,600,000 indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for the production, development and sustainment of the Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS) Joint Tactical Radio Systems (JTRS) terminals.
11/06/2015
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ViaSat Inc., Carlsbad, California, is being awarded a maximum potential $478,600,000 indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract (N00039-15-D-0008) for the production, development and sustainment of the Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS) Joint Tactical Radio Systems (JTRS) terminals.
29/05/2015
WASHINGTON --- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for Guided Bomb Units (GBU-31s and GBU-12s) and associated equipment, parts and logistical support for an estimated cost of $130 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today.
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DALLAS --- Lockheed Martin received a $174 million Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contract for Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) production for the U.S. Army and the United Arab Emirates. ATACMS is the U.S. Army’s only tactical long-range precision-strike surface-to-surface weapon system.
12/05/2015
Patria has now sold its Space unit to RUAG according to the agreement made in December 15, 2014. The transaction included the business operations and assets of the Space unit of Patria Systems business unit . The 29 employees of Patria’s Space unit in Tampere are now employed in the newly founded company RUAG Space Finland.
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When the US denied the sale of armed Predator drones to fulfill UAE Air Force requirements in 2002, the Gulf country set out to fill the gap by developing its own medium altitude long endurance UAV. Local target drone manufacturer ADCOM Systems took up the challenge and has helped further develop the UAE’s defense industrial base with its United 40 model.
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16/03/2015
The United States has taken a firm lead as the major arms exporter globally, according to new data on international arms transfers published today by Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). Overall, the volume of international transfers of major conventional weapons grew by 16 per cent between 2005–2009 and 2010–14.
More Info...10/03/2015
The debate in Washington regarding the pros and cons of the putative agreement between the P5 and Iran on limits to its nuclear programs is focused either on theological questions, such as is a bad agreement better than none at all, or technical details like the relationship between the number of centrifuges Iran is allowed to keep and the speed with which it could break out of an agreements’ constraints.
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