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December 2013 Defence & Security Industry - Military - Army News
 
 
 
 

1,800 private companies in China have now licenses for research and production of weaponry
 

A document entitled Military-Civilian Integration Development Report of China in 2013 (hereinafter referred to as the report) was unveiled on December 12, 2013 in Beijing. The report, compiled by experts and scholars of the National Defense University (NDU) of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA), is China’s first annual report on military-civilian integration development.

A document entitled Military-Civilian Integration Development Report of China in 2013 (hereinafter referred to as the report) was unveiled on December 12, 2013 in Beijing. The report says that China’s military industry has stepped up the pace of opening to private enterprises, as evidenced by that over 1,800 private enterprises have obtained the licenses for research and production of weaponry and equipment.
Friday, December 13, 2013 11:55 AM

 

AAD Africa Aerospace and Defence Exhibition exerts positive impact on economy of South Africa
 

A study commissioned by the Africa Aerospace & Defence (AAD) partnership has confirmed that the bi-annual AAD airshow defence exhibition exerts a significant positive impact on the economy, particularly the Tshwane regional economy. The Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2014 is one of the world’s premier Aerospace and Defence exhibition that holds a prominent position within the Aviation and Defence calendar.

A study commissioned by the Africa Aerospace & Defence (AAD) partnership has confirmed that the bi-annual AAD airshow defence exhibition exerts a significant positive impact on the economy, particularly the Tshwane regional economy. The Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2014 is one of the world’s premier Aerospace and Defence exhibition that holds a prominent position within the Aviation and Defence calendar. Friday, December 13, 2013 04:59 PM

 

Army of Argentine to purchase OTO-Melara MOD-56 light howitzers and M109 155mm howitzers
 

The Army Commander of Argentina armed forces has announced new acquisition of artillery weapons and equipment. Argentina plans to purchase OTO-Melara Mod 56, an Italian-made 105 mm light howitzer and 36 155mm self-propelled howitzer M109 A5 or A2 version.

The Army Commander of Argentina armed forces has announced new acquisition of artillery weapons and equipment. Argentina plans to purchase OTO-Melara Mod 56, an Italian-made 105 mm light howitzer and 36 155mm self-propelled howitzer M109 A5 or A2 version.
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Saturday, December 21, 2013 10:29 AM

 

The Army of China would like to enhance its war capabilities with strong strategic reserve force
 

Chinese President Xi Jinping has ordered the People's Liberation Army (PLA) to reinforce the party's leadership over the troops, enhance its war capabilities and strive to build a strong strategic reserve force. Xi, who is also chairman of the Central Military Commission, inspected the Jinan Military Area Command on Thursday, as part of his visits to Shandong Province in east China.

Chinese President Xi Jinping has ordered the People's Liberation Army (PLA) to reinforce the party's leadership over the troops, enhance its war capabilities and strive to build a strong strategic reserve force. Xi, who is also chairman of the Central Military Commission, inspected the Jinan Military Area Command on Thursday, as part of his visits to Shandong Province in east China.
Sunday, December 1, 2013 11:32 AM

 

Army of China has commissioned new NBC protective clothing for artillery troops
 

New-type protective clothing has been recently commissioned to the equipment testing troops under the Second Artillery Force (SAF) of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA). According to a briefing, the successful development and distribution of the new-type protective clothing have filled the gap in protection of weaponry and equipment operation in China’s strategic missile force.

New-type protective clothing has been recently commissioned to the equipment testing troops under the Second Artillery Force (SAF) of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA). According to a briefing, the successful development and distribution of the new-type protective clothing have filled the gap in protection of weaponry and equipment operation in China’s strategic missile force.
Thursday, December 5, 2013 04:25 PM

 

Army of China test-fired new Dongfeng 41 DF-41 ICBM InterContinental Ballistic Missile
 

Last week Chinese army carried out its second test-launch of its new InterContinenatl Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Dongfeng 41 (DF-41), which could have the ability to fire multiple warheads. The missile was fired Friday, December 13, 2013, from the Wuzhai rocket-firing complex in Shanxi province.

Last week Chinese army carried out its second test-launch of its new InterContinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Dongfeng 41 (DF-41), which could have the ability to fire multiple warheads. The missile was fired Friday, December 13, 2013, from the Wuzhai rocket-firing complex in Shanxi province.
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Friday, December 20, 2013 09:30 AM

 

Army of Egypt takes delivery of KrAZ-63221 6x6 tactical trucks from KrAZ Company in Ukraine
 

The KrAZ trucks manufactured under the contract signed with the MOD of the Arab Republic of Egypt were inspected December 10-11 in the manufacturer’s facilities. The contract between PJSC “AutoKrAZ” and the Ministry of Defence of ARE was signed in 2008 and was extended once again due to excellent performance of KrAZ trucks delivered to the customer under this contract.

The KrAZ trucks manufactured under the contract signed with the MOD of the Arab Republic of Egypt were inspected December 10-11 in the manufacturer’s facilities. The contract between PJSC “AutoKrAZ” and the Ministry of Defence of ARE was signed in 2008 and was extended once again due to excellent performance of KrAZ trucks delivered to the customer under this contract.
Thursday, December 19, 2013 10:42 AM

 

Army of Romania unveils Dacia Duster Army 4x4 armoured vehicle armed with 7.62 machine gun
 

During a military parade for the National Day in Romania, December 1, 2013, Romanian Ministry of Defense showcased a special Dacia Duster vehicle modified for military use. The Dacia Duster Army was the highlight of the traditional military parade that takes place each year under Bucharest’s Arch of Triumph monument.

During a military parade for the National Day in Romania, December 1, 2013, Romanian Ministry of Defense showcased a special Dacia Duster vehicle modified for military use. The Dacia Duster Army was the highlight of the traditional military parade that takes place each year under Bucharest’s Arch of Triumph monument.
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Wednesday, December 4, 2013 11:55 AM

 

Army of Russia has deployed Iskander-M tactical ballistic missile near its borders with NATO
 

Russia confirmed Monday, December 16, 2013, that it has deployed tactical ballistic missiles near its borders with NATO but said the move did not violate international agreements. Bild newspaper in Germany reported over the weekend that Russia had “quietly” moved 10 Iskander-M (SS-26 Stone) missile systems into its Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad and along its border with the Baltic States and NATO members Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania.

Russia confirmed Monday, December 16, 2013, that it has deployed tactical ballistic missiles near its borders with NATO but said the move did not violate international agreements. Bild newspaper in Germany reported over the weekend that Russia had “quietly” moved 10 Iskander-M (SS-26 Stone) missile systems into its Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad and along its border with the Baltic States and NATO members Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. Tuesday, December 17, 2013 09:48 AM

 

Army of Russia will test the first drone United 40 made in United Arab Emirates
 

Russian army will test the first drone United 40 has announced the CEO of the Company ADCOM Ali Al- Dhaheri. The United 40 is a medium-altitude, long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle designed and manufactured in United Arab Emirates to carry out near real-time combat assessment, special and reconnaissance operations and communications relays.

Russian army will test the first drone United 40 has announced the CEO of the Company ADCOM Ali Al- Dhaheri. The United 40 is a medium-altitude, long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle designed and manufactured in United Arab Emirates to carry out real-time combat assessment, special and reconnaissance operations and communications relays.
Tuesday, December 3, 2013 11:55 AM

 

Army of Slovakia takes delivery of first MRAP Navistar MaxxPro donated by the United States
 

Army of Slovakia has officially took delivery of first MRAP Navistar MaxxPro donated by the United States to the Ministry of Defense. This delivery shows the relation between the two countries with the goal to create interactions between the Slovak and American Special Forces.

Army of Slovakia has officially took delivery of first MRAP Navistar MaxxPro donated by the United States to the Ministry of Defense. This delivery shows the relation between the two countries with the goal to create interactions between the Slovak and American Special Forces.
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Friday, December 6, 2013 11:47 AM

 

Army of Philippines launches public bidding to purchase 155mm towed howitzers and ammunitions
 

The Department of National Defense (DND) of Philippines has announced the public bidding for the purchase of P700 million worth of howitzers and ammunitions. Assistant Defense Secretary and DND-Bids and Awards Committee chairman Efren Fernandez said the acquisition of 12 units of 155mm Towed Howitzer has an approved budget of P438.6 million.

The Department of National Defense (DND) of Philippines has announced the public bidding for the purchase of P700 million worth of howitzers and ammunitions. Assistant Defense Secretary and DND-Bids and Awards Committee chairman Efren Fernandez said the acquisition of 12 units of 155mm Towed Howitzer has an approved budget of P438.6 million.
Thursday, December 5, 2013 08:25 AM

 

Azerbaijan ready to export military equipment and weapons at the international level
 

Azerbaijan has prepared a program on state order in the defense industry for 2014, Defense Minister Yavar Jamalov said on December 17. He further said that Turkey and some other countries are highly interested in buying Azerbaijan's defense products.

Azerbaijan has prepared a program on state order in the defense industry for 2014, Defense Minister Yavar Jamalov said on December 17. He further said that Turkey and some other countries are highly interested in buying Azerbaijan's defense products.
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Thursday, December 19, 2013 10:06 AM

 

Azerbaijan will increase the military and security cooperation with Turkey
 

The Azerbaijani-Turkish High-Level Military Dialogue group will hold a meeting in Baku on Dec. 18-20, has announced in a statement the Azerbaijani Defense Ministry. The meeting will focus on military cooperation between the two countries, said the statement.

The Azerbaijani-Turkish High-Level Military Dialogue group will hold a meeting in Baku on Dec. 18-20, has announced in a statement the Azerbaijani Defense Ministry. The meeting will focus on military cooperation between the two countries, said the statement.
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Tuesday, December 3, 2013 10:22 AM

 

BAE Systems to provide a range of services to support space and mission defense for U.S. Army
 

The U.S. Army has selected BAE Systems to provide a range of services to support space and mission defense as part of an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity contract worth as much as $220 million over three years.

The U.S. Army has selected BAE Systems to provide a range of services to support space and mission defense as part of an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity contract worth as much as $220 million over three years.
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Tuesday, December 10, 2013 09:02 AM

 

BAE Systems to supply 102 BvS10 tracked all-terrain vehicles to Swedish Army
 

BAE Systems has signed a $120 million (SEK 800m) contract to supply an additional 102 BvS10 all-terrain vehicles to Sweden. The new sale is the result of an extended contract option taken out when the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) announced a purchase of 48 BvS10 armored vehicles from BAE Systems Hägglunds in January 2012.

BAE Systems has signed a $120 million (SEK 800m) contract to supply an additional 102 BvS10 all-terrain vehicles to Sweden. The new sale is the result of an extended contract option taken out when the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) announced a purchase of 48 BvS10 armored vehicles from BAE Systems Hägglunds in January 2012.
Saturday, December 21, 2013 09:10 AM

 

BAE Systems will continue to provide hard armor inserts for soldiers on the battlefield
 

For more than four decades, BAE Systems has partnered with customers worldwide to develop affordable, practical solutions to protect warfighters in harm’s way and bring them home safely. Under several recently issued contracts valued at a total of nearly $18 million, BAE Systems will continue to provide hard armor inserts for soldiers on the battlefield.

For more than four decades, BAE Systems has partnered with customers worldwide to develop affordable, practical solutions to protect warfighters in harm’s way and bring them home safely. Under several recently issued contracts valued at a total of nearly $18 million, BAE Systems will continue to provide hard armor inserts for soldiers on the battlefield.
Wednesday, December 4, 2013 09:48 AM

 

Brazil to donate 25 light tanks M41C to armed forces of Uruguay to replace M24 Chaffee
 

The Brazilian Parliament has agreed the donation of 25 light tanks M41C to Uruguay. The negotiations about this transfer have started in 2011, and now the agreement is accepted by the two countries and the United States Department of Defense.

The Brazilian Parliament has agreed the donation of 25 light tanks M41C to Uruguay. The negotiations about this transfer have started in 2011, and now the agreement is accepted by the two countries and the United States Department of Defense.
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Saturday, December 21, 2013 11:35 AM

 

China sent for the first time security forces as a part for the UN peacekeeping mission in Mali
 

At the request of the United Nations, the People's Liberation Army sent the troops, made up of 35 engineers, 65 medical workers and 35 soldiers, to join the UN Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali for eight months. A 135-strong peacekeeping troop left for Mali on Tuesday, December 3, 2013, evening, in the first time China's army has sent security forces as part of a peacekeeping mission.

At the request of the United Nations, the People's Liberation Army sent the troops, made up of 35 engineers, 65 medical workers and 35 soldiers, to join the UN Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali for eight months. A 135-strong peacekeeping troop left for Mali on Tuesday, December 3, 2013, evening, in the first time China's army has sent security forces as part of a peacekeeping mission.
Wednesday, December 4, 2013 10:17 AM

 

China to provide Jordan army with military equipment for a value of $4.9 million
 

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs-of-Staff Gen. Mashal Al Zaben on Monday, December 30, 2013, received China's Ambassador to Jordan Gao Yusheng and China's Deputy Military Attaché Lu Jun to discuss about joint military cooperation.

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs-of-Staff Gen. Mashal Al Zaben on Monday, December 30, 2013, received China's Ambassador to Jordan Gao Yusheng and China's Deputy Military Attaché Lu Jun to discuss about joint military cooperation and the purchase of Chinese military equipment for a value of $4.9 million.
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Tuesday, December 31, 2013 08:18 AM

 

China to work with Armenia for the development of military cooperation
 

Xu Qiliang, vice chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), met with Seyran Ohanyan, the visiting minister of national defense of the Republic of Armenia, on the afternoon of December 26, 2013 in Beijing.

Xu Qiliang, vice chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), met with Seyran Ohanyan, the visiting minister of national defense of the Republic of Armenia, on the afternoon of December 26, 2013 in Beijing.
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Sunday, December 29, 2013 10:21 AM

 

Chinese army soldiers conduct first mission as peacekeepers in Mali
 

The first batch of 135 peacekeepers in Mali have conducted the mission's first defense drilling operation to improve emergency handling capabilities, according to the Chinese Ministry of National Defense on Friday, December 13, 2013.

The first batch of 135 Chinese Army peacekeepers in Mali have conducted the mission's first defense drilling operation to improve emergency handling capabilities, according to the Chinese Ministry of National Defense on Friday, December 13, 2013.
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Monday, December 16, 2013 08:47 AM

 

Chinese Police force takes delivery of new military vehicles to increase borders security
 

Chinese Army Police Force takes delivery of new military equipment and vehicles to patrol border of the country. PAPF (People's Armed Police Force) border security forces guard China's land and sea borders, as well as its ports and airports.

Chinese Army Police Force takes delivery of new military equipment and vehicles to patrol border of the country. PAPF (People's Armed Police Force) border security forces guard China's land and sea borders, as well as its ports and airports.
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Monday, December 30, 2013 11:52 AM

 

Cubic wins contract for combat training center equipment in the Asia Pacific Region
 

Cubic Defense Systems, a subsidiary of Cubic Corporation (NYSE: CUB) announced today it has been awarded a contract in excess of $70 million from a customer in the Asia Pacific region for significant quantities of combat training center equipment.

Cubic Defense Systems, a subsidiary of Cubic Corporation (NYSE: CUB) announced today it has been awarded a contract in excess of $70 million from a customer in the Asia Pacific region for significant quantities of combat training center equipment.
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Friday, December 6, 2013 10:50 AM

 

Defense Industry of Israel would like to export Unmanned Aerial Vehicle technology to China
 

Israeli defense and technology firms have been lobbying the government to ease restrictions on their exports to China, TheMarker has learned from industry sources. According to the source, the manufacturers have the support of the Prime Minister’s Office as well as the economy and foreign ministries, which want to expand exports to and joint ventures with China.

Israeli defense and technology firms have been lobbying the government to ease restrictions on their exports to China, TheMarker has learned from industry sources. According to the source, the manufacturers have the support of the Prime Minister’s Office as well as the economy and foreign ministries, which want to expand exports to and joint ventures with China.
Tuesday, December 31, 2013 09:08 AM