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On March 6, 2024, British company Evolve Dynamics unveiled the Sky Mantis 2, a mini rotary wing UAV, designed as an advancement over its predecessor, the original Sky Mantis. This new version incorporates feedback from end-users and results from the company's research and development programs aimed at enhancing its operational efficiency and technical capabilities.
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Based on information released through SA Defensa's X account, the Argentine Army has recently upgraded its armored capabilities with the introduction of the TAM 2C, an upgrade of the Tanque Argentino Mediano (TAM). This medium tank, originally designed and operated by Argentina, has been modernized to meet current battlefield requirements. The Military Balance 2023 reports that Argentina's arsenal includes 225 units of the TAM tank.
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In a significant move to bolster its artillery capabilities, Armenia has recently confirmed its decision to procure 90 of the Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS) from India, an investment of $155 million. This deal marks a notable development in the defense sector, showcasing India's emerging stature as a major arms supplier on the global stage.
Read more: Armenia to purchase 90 Indian 155mm Advanced Towed Artillery Gun Systems
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In a significant advancement in defense technology, John Cockerill Defense, the renowned Belgian defense Company, has taken the wraps off its latest innovation, the Cockerill 1030 weapon station equipped with counter-drone solution, at the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition & Conference (DIMDEX) 2024. This cutting-edge development is not just a leap forward in military hardware but also a testament to the increasing focus on countering the emerging threat of drones.
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In a significant move toward self-reliance in defense under the "Aatmanirbharta in Defence" initiative and to further promote the Make-in-India program, the Indian Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed five major defense acquisition contracts totaling approximately $5 billion USD. Among these contracts, one was signed with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the acquisition of aero-engines for MiG-29 aircraft, two with Larsen & Toubro Limited for the purchase of Close-in Weapon Systems (CIWS) and High-Power Radars (HPR), and two more with BrahMos Aerospace Private Limited (BAPL) for the procurement of BrahMos missiles and ship-borne BrahMos systems for the Indian Defense Forces.
Read more: India secures aerospace contracts for MiG-29 aircraft engines and BrahMos missiles
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In response to escalating tensions following the onset of the war in Ukraine, France, in accordance with decisions made within NATO, has taken command of a multinational battalion deployed in Cincu, Romania, as part of the "Eagle" mission launched on February 28, 2022. In this context, France is considering a significant deployment of Leclerc tanks within the battalion.
Read more: France plans to increase deployment in Romania with 37 Leclerc tanks
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Arctic Edge (AE24) is a U.S. Northern Command-led homeland defense exercise demonstrating the U.S. military's capabilities in extreme cold weather, technical tests in cold weather, joint force readiness, and U.S. military commitment to mutual strategic security interests in the Arctic region. Taking place from February 23 to March 11, 2024, this year AE24 will be focused on high technology materials testing and military cooperation.
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The Taiwanese military has observed a significant increase in Chinese military activity around the island, with 21 combat aircraft and six naval vessels from the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) spotted in the vicinity of Taiwan overnight from March 2 to March 3, 2024. According to Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense, a Chinese drone also crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait and entered the southwest corner of Taiwan's air defense identification zone (ADIZ), while nine People's Liberation Army (PLA) aircraft penetrated the southwest sector of the ADIZ.
Read more: Chinese military presence around Taiwan intensifies with more aircraft and vessels
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From 4 to 15 March 2024, Finland embarked on Nordic Response 24, its first international military exercise under NATO. Led by Norway, this military exercise spans over 12 days and is conducted across Finland, Sweden, and Norway's northern territories. It is a comprehensive drill that encompasses aspects of land, sea, and air exercises. With around 20,000 participants from 14 different countries, including 4,100 Finnish soldiers, this drill stands as the largest overseas exercise in which the Finnish Defence Forces have engaged.
Read more: Finland joins international military exercise for first time as NATO member
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In a significant move to modernize the Qatar Armed Forces, French Company Nexter, part of KNDS, has presented its state-of-the-art VBCI Mlk II (Vehicle Blindé de Combat d'Infanterie - Infantry Combat Armored Vehicle) to modernize the Qatari infantry units. This proposal, rooted in French military ingenuity, promises not only to enhance the combat capabilities of Qatar's forces but also to bolster the nation's defense technological and industrial base in harmony with its ambitious 2030 vision.
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Based on a report from the BBC on March 6, 2024, the British Tank Museum located in Bovington, Dorset, collaborated with Cook Defence Systems, a UK-based company, following a directive from the Ministry of Defence. The project involved the utilization of partial Soviet-era blueprints and materials obtained from Ukraine, alongside the museum's existing track samples, to facilitate the production of replacement tracks.
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Hensoldt, a leader in sensor solutions, has finalized a sale of its panoramic vision system SETAS (See Through Armour System) to KNDS, a major defense entity in Germany. This significant order includes 54 units, with the transaction value amounting to several tens of millions of euros. SETAS will be integrated into KNDS's advanced self-propelled artillery system, the RCH 155.
Read more: Hensoldt supplies panoramic vision system for RCH self-propelled howitzer