Soldier News & Articles

Israel Aerospace Reveals Hand-Launched Guided Missile

The Point Blank electro-optically guided missile can be carried in a soldier's backpack and is able to fly at altitudes above 1,500 ft, at a maximum speed of 178 mph

Jan 23, 2023
SAIC Awarded $112 Million Air Force Contract to Modernize Command and Control Systems

The work will support and enhance the US Air Force Advanced Battle Management System

Jan 23, 2023
Thales to Provide Maintenance and Support for S1850M Radar

The S1850M system is a 3D multibeam radar designed to provide long-range air & surface surveillance and target designation, it can track up to 1,000 air targets at a range of 400 kilometers, including stealth targets in cluttered environments

Jan 23, 2023
Elbit Providing Advanced Electro-Optical Systems to Israeli MOD

The contract will be performed over 10 years and will see Elbit supply long-range deployable observation systems and tactical target acquisition systems, as well as maintenance services

Jan 19, 2023
Defenture to Supply Dutch Armed Forces with Light Tactical Vehicles

At least 41 Defenture GRF vehicles will be supplied to the Airborne Mobile Brigade (11 LMB), with the use of the vehicles greatly improving the Armed Forces' effectivity and efficiency, and reduce operational costs

Jan 18, 2023
Lynred Launches HEROIC Project to Produce Electronics for Next-Generation IR Sensors

A four-year project with a 10-member consortium, HEROIC will see EU infrared (IR) product manufacturers jointly acquire access to advanced CMOS technology to design new IR sensors

Jan 17, 2023
Honeywell’s JetWave MCX Certified for Wideband Global Satcom Network

For military and government operators, Honeywell's JetWave MCX Ka-band Satcom terminal enables a range of mission-critical applications including enroute mission capabilities and inflight threat updates

Jan 17, 2023
US Navy Awards Contract to SAIC for Tactical Network Support

Science Applications International Corp (SAIC) has been awarded a five-year contract worth $349 Million by the US Navy and will provide systems engineering support to the Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific

Jan 17, 2023
SimCentric Virtual Reality Training Technology Delivered to Australian Army

Built on the commercial gaming engine, Unreal Engine 4, SimCentric's virtual reality training uses state-of-the-art gaming technology to provide cost-efficient, effective, and highly engaging training

Jan 16, 2023
TeleSwivel and Stratom Partner on Autonomous Hitch System Project for US Army

The system transforms the standard pintle hitch and trailer lunette connection to enable the use of trucks and trailers in autonomous ground resupply sustainment operations, resulting in improved versatility, increased speed and reduced soldier risk

Jan 16, 2023
First EXOSKIN Boots & Gloves Delivered to Military Customer

Avon Protection EXOSKIN range of CBRN boots and gloves was developed in response to chemical weapon threats across military and non-military theaters, to protect personnel without compromising tactical agility in the field

Jan 16, 2023
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.