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US Marines arrive in Australia for a six-month deployment 41404161

: Posted On Thursday, 14 April 2016 01:56

US Marines arrive in Australia for a six-month rotation

The first group of the 1,250 US Marines has begun arriving on 13 April in Darwin, Australia, as part of the Marine Rotational Force (MRF). They will remain in country for a period of six months. Their mission is to reassure allies in the region of the US commitment to stability and security.

Excalibur Army offers a modern version of the RM-70 rocket artillery system 41304163

: Posted On Wednesday, 13 April 2016 21:48

Excalibur Army offers a modern version of the RM-70 rocket artillery system

Excalibur Army is offering a modern version of the multiple artillery rocket launcher RM-70. The system has been widely used by former Soviet states, proving its reliability for decades. The Czech firm has adapted it to the modern battlefield requirements naming it RM-70 Vampir.

US receives $90 million order from France for GMLRS Unitary Rocket Pods 51304162

: Posted On Wednesday, 13 April 2016 15:41

US receives $90 million order from France for GMLRS Unitary Rocket Pods

The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to France for Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) Unitary Rocket Pods and related support. The estimated cost is $90 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on 12 April.

Russian Coastal Missile and Artillery Troops (RCMAT) to deploy 36 mobile coastal defense systems 31304163

: Posted On Wednesday, 13 April 2016 10:22

Russian Coastal Missile and Artillery Troops (RCMAT) to deploy 36 mobile coastal defense systems

Russian Coastal Missile and Artillery Troops (RCMAT) service has deployed 36 modern mobile coastal defense systems, according to the International Institute for Strategic Studies` (IISS) report.

Analysis Russian S-300PMU2 missile systems will increase air defense capabilities of Iran TASS 11304161

: Posted On Wednesday, 13 April 2016 10:05

Analysis : Russian S-300PMU2 missile systems will increase air defense capabilities of Iran

Russia has started the deliveries of S-300PMU2 Favorit (NATO reporting name: SA-20b Gorgoyle b) air defense systems (ADS) to Iran. The deliveries will have been completed by end-2016, according to Russian Vice-Premier Dmitry Rogozin. He pointed out, that Russia had supplied the first batch of S-300PMU2 ADS to Iran. Rogozin mentioned, that the deliveries would be finished before the year-end.

US and India sign Logistics Support Agreement 41304162

: Posted On Wednesday, 13 April 2016 05:26

US and India sign Logistics Support Agreement

The United States and India have signed a Logistics Support Agreement, which allows the two sides to share their military logistics infrastructure. Under the agreement, both sides will be able to access each other’s ground, naval and air bases for the purposes of resupply, repair and rest.

US Army Chief sets readiness as top priority 41304161

: Posted On Wednesday, 13 April 2016 02:01

US Army Chief sets readiness as top priority

US Army Chief of Staff, Gen. Mark A. Milley testified on 7 April before the Senate’s Armed Services Committee. During his speech he outlined the priorities set by the Army in winning the wars of the future.

Russia to deploy field hospital in Palmyra 41204163

: Posted On Tuesday, 12 April 2016 20:24

Russia to deploy field hospital in Palmyra

Moscow is planning to deploy a military field hospital in the area of Palmyra, in support of the Russian Armed Forces operating in Syria, according to TASS news agency. Palmyra’s ancient city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

India test fires its indigenous Akash surface-to-air missile systems 31204161

: Posted On Tuesday, 12 April 2016 17:05

India test fires its indigenous Akash surface-to-air missile systems

India today test fired its indigenously developed surface-to-air Akash missile from the Integrated Test Range (ITR) at Chandipur near here. The missile targeted an unmanned air vehicle (UAV) named 'Banshee', an official of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) said.

Indra launches innovative driving simulator for military vehicles 41204162

: Posted On Tuesday, 12 April 2016 15:39

Indra launches innovative driving simulator for military vehicles

Indra has introduced to the market a new innovative simulator for military vehicles. The new system uses a roll in/roll out cab exchange system depending on the vehicle type interior the user wants to simulate.

Kalashnikov to buy Precision Systems and Technologies Enterprise Tass 51204164

: Posted On Tuesday, 12 April 2016 12:27

Kalashnikov to buy Precision Systems and Technologies Enterprise

Russia’s Kalashnikov Corporation, the producer of the famous Kalashnikov automatic rifle, has agreed on purchasing the Precision Systems and Technologies Enterprise that manufactures missiles and air defense missile system elements, the Corporation’s press office said on Monday, April 11.

Russian Armed Forces have deployed 72 Iskander-M tactical missile systems Tass 51204163

: Posted On Tuesday, 12 April 2016 11:19

Russian Armed Forces have deployed 72 Iskander-M tactical missile systems

Russian Armed Forces have deployed 72 9K720 Iskander-M (NATO reporting name: SS-26 Stone) tactical surface-to-surface mobile missile systems, according to the International Institute for Strategic Studies` (IISS) report.

Polish army will sign a contract for the delivery of 64 RAK HSW 120mm 8x8 self-propelled mortars 11204161

: Posted On Tuesday, 12 April 2016 10:13

Polish army will sign a contract for the delivery of 64 RAK HSW 120mm 8x8 self-propelled mortars

According Janes website, Poland will sign a new defense contract for the delivery of 64 RAK wheeled 120 mm self-propelled mortar vehicles. An agreement with the Polish Defense Company Huta Stalowa Wola (HSW) is expected to be signed before the end of April this year.

Belarus to upgrade MZKT-7930 multipurpose wheeled chassis Tass 5120416

: Posted On Tuesday, 12 April 2016 09:31

Belarus to upgrade MZKT-7930 multipurpose wheeled chassis

Belarusian JSC Minsk Wheel Tractor Plant 'Volat' (Russian acronym: MZKT) is planning to upgrade MZKT-7930 wheeled 8x8 multi-purpose chassis, which is used in several Russian military mobile systems. It was revealed by the MZKT`s press department.

New Zealand opens new Battle Training Facility 41204161

: Posted On Tuesday, 12 April 2016 02:05

New Zealand opens new Battle Training Facility

The New Zealand Defence Forces have inaugurated a new Battle Training Facility (BTF). At a ceremony, which took place in Ardmore, Auckland, Prime Minister John Key officially opened the NZD46 mil. facility, dedicated to the training of the Special Air Service (SAS) personnel.

Bulgaria to deploy more troops at its borders 411041613

: Posted On Monday, 11 April 2016 20:26

Bulgaria to deploy more troops at its borders

Bulgaria will deploy additional troops at its borders in order to tackle the illegal migration and refugee crisis. The Defence Minister, Nikolay Nenchev has announced on 11 April the deployment of 300 additional soldiers, during his speech at a ceremony marking the start of a joint exercise with the US Army at Novo Selo training area.

Canada close to take delivery of the Tactical Armoured Patrol Vehicle 411041612

: Posted On Monday, 11 April 2016 18:56

Canada close to take delivery of the Tactical Armoured Patrol Vehicle

The Canadian Army is closing on the delivery date of the new Tactical Armoured Patrol Vehicles (TAPV), which will start next August. The new vehicles, built by Textron Systems Canada Inc. are based on the Commando series of vehicles design. They will be fielded with 24 units around the country.

UK and France launch rapid deployment exercise Grifin Strike 51104164

: Posted On Monday, 11 April 2016 15:33

UK and France launch rapid deployment exercise Grifin Strike

A joint force between the UK and France will face its biggest development test to date as the two countries come together for an exercise. More than 5,000 personnel from the UK and France will take part in Exercise Griffin Strike, which will test the Combined UK and French Joint Expeditionary Force (CJEF).

Russian MoD to get 20 more BTR-82A Armoured Personnel Carriers Tass 51104163

: Posted On Monday, 11 April 2016 14:44

Russian MoD to get 20 more BTR-82A Armoured Personnel Carriers

Russian Ministry of Defense (MoD) has signed the contract for procurement of an additional batch of BTR-82A armoured personnel carriers (APC), according to the MoD's press department.

Belgian soldiers from the 12 Li Light Infantry Battalion are deployed to secure airport in Belgium 11104162

: Posted On Monday, 11 April 2016 11:05

Belgian soldiers from the 12 Li Light Infantry Battalion are deployed to secure airport in Belgium

Army Recognition editorial team was with the Belgian troops following the two Brussels terrorist attacks Tuesday Morning, March 22, 2016. The 12 Li. Light Infantry battalion of the Belgian army was on military exercise in the training camp of Lagland, South of Belgium. Around 09H00 AM, the commander of the battalion received new orders for a deployment of armed troops to secure the most important airports in Belgium.

US soldiers from Fort Hood to test new MMPV Medium Mine Protected Vehicle for engineers troops 11104161

: Posted On Monday, 11 April 2016 09:34

US soldiers from Fort Hood to test new MMPV Medium Mine Protected Vehicle for engineers troops

U.S. troops from Fort Hood are helping to test the new Army vehicle Medium Mine Protected Vehicle, or MMPV that could eventually be used by combat engineers or other soldiers across the Army. Last week, soldiers and Army civilians from Fort Hood’s Operational Test Command, or OTC, and a route-clearance platoon from the 36th Engineer Brigade were testing the new vehicle.

Austrian Army procures Fuel Dispensing Racks from WEW 41104161

: Posted On Monday, 11 April 2016 02:36

Austrian Army procures Fuel Dispensing Racks from WEW

The Austrian Army has selected to procure new fuel dispensing systems from WEW after an extensive evaluation period. The Fuel Dispensing Rack (FDR) was designed to be highly flexible and easily transported by trucks, trains or vessels, delivering fuel or water to deployed military or homeland security forces.

U.S. army is planning to equip its soldiers with miniature drones by 2018 11004161

: Posted On Sunday, 10 April 2016 10:35

U.S. army is planning to equip its soldiers with miniature drones by 2018

The U.S. Army is planning to equip its soldiers with miniature drones by 2018 in order to assist with ground operations. In March 2016, the U.S. army has released a Request for Information (RFI) to equip U.S. soldiers with miniature UAVs.

First live firing test for Ajax 40mm cannon future armoured fighting vehicle of British army 10904162

: Posted On Saturday, 09 April 2016 11:49

First live firing test for Ajax 40mm cannon future armoured fighting vehicle of British army

The future British army armoured fighting vehicle Ajax formerly known as the Scout SV has performed its first live firing test at Radnor Ranges in Powys, Wales, involved testing the main 40 mm stabilised cannon and machine gun while the vehicle was static.

Liberia and United States army to continue efforts concerning humanitarian assistance and training 10904162

: Posted On Saturday, 09 April 2016 10:33

Liberia and United States army to continue efforts concerning humanitarian assistance and training

Brig. Gen. Daniel Dee Ziankahn, Armed Forces of Liberia chief of staff and Maj. Gen. Darryl A. Williams, U.S. Army Africa commander participated in multiple discussions at the USARAF's headquarters building, Caserma Ederle, Vicenza, Italy, April 4, 2016 to review past, current and future missions in order to better synchronize U.S. and Liberian armed forces efforts concerning humanitarian assistance, crisis response and force training.

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