Ordnance News & Articles

First Spanish Built S-80 Class Submarine for the Spanish Navy

The new S-81 ‘Isaac Peral’ benefits from an integrated combat system and platform control system developed by Navantia Sistemas

Apr 23, 2021
Phalanx Close-in Weapon System to Receive Continued in-service Support

Babcock will continue to provide technical support, upgrades and maintenance support to the Phalanx CIWS, a rapid-fire, computer-controlled radar and 20mm Gatling gun system used by the Royal Navy

Apr 21, 2021
New Iron Dome System to Strengthen Israel’s Missile Defense Capabilities

Rafael and Israel Missile Defense Organization completed a series of advanced tests of the Iron Dome Weapons system, including successfully intercepting and destroying targets, and simulating existing and emerging threats

Apr 16, 2021
General Dynamics Partners with Dynamit Nobel Defence on Recoilless Grenade Weapons

The two companies will collaborate to present a Recoilless Grenade Weapon series, centered around DND’s 60mm (RGW60) and 90mm (RGW90) variants, to the U.S. DoD market

Apr 09, 2021
Eye-Safe Laser Range Finder to Enhance U.S. Abrams Tank Primary Sight

L3Harris’ advanced Range Finder provides the ability to determine ranges in all weather and light conditions, whilst it’s pointing stability and distance measurement accuracy dramatically improves standoff range capabilities

Apr 07, 2021
Collins Aerospace delivers 600th Thrust Vector Actuation System for Critical Missile System

The Thrust Vector Actuation System (TVA) plays a substantial role in the flight power and steering direction of the THAAD missile system

Apr 01, 2021
Rheinmetall, Diehl and Hensoldt Partner for Future German Air Defence System

Under a new partnership agreement the three companies will submit a tender for the future German short-range and very short- range air defence system, the LVS NNbS

Mar 31, 2021
Add-On Armor Solutions for the Brazilian MoD

ALLTEC of Brazil and Rafael will cooperate on projects for the supply of passive add-on armor solutions that defend against threats including anti-tank rockets, AP projectiles and high explosives

Mar 29, 2021
Smart Infantry Fighting Vehicle to be Developed for U.S. Army

Raytheon Technologies and Rheinmetall are developing a combat vehicle that can conduct close-combat operations, survive anti-tank guided missiles and cyber attacks, and use AI to help the crew make split-second decisions

Mar 23, 2021
Estonian Army to be Equipped with Carl-Gustaf M4 Weapons & Ammunition

Saab’s latest version of the portable, shoulder-launched, multi-role weapon system, offers a higher degree of accuracy, lighter construction and compatibility with future innovations

Mar 22, 2021
Development Starts on Next-Gen Arrow-4 Weapon System

Joint development of Arrow-4 an advanced, innovative interceptor missile with enhanced capabilities has begun between the Israeli MDO and the U.S. MDA

Mar 19, 2021
Advancing Defense Capability Through Strategic Collaboration Defense Advancement works with major OEMs to foster collaboration and increase engagement with SMEs, to accelerate innovation and drive defense capabilities forward.