Kontron announces VX3406, 3U VPX card with six Ethernet ports
For harsh defense and aerospace environments, enables seamless integration of multiple IP-based sensors and communication modules Kontron announced on June 2 the VX3406, 3U VPX Ethernet board for harsh environments, the first to offer up to six 1000BASE-T ports each managed by a dedicated Ethernet controller, ensuring zero bandwidth contention, superior fault and cybersecurity isolation, […]
Ovzon receives 1.04 billion SEK order from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV)
The service will run for 24 months with delivery starting in June 2025 Ovzon received on May 30 an order at a value of 1.04 billion SEK (~110 MUSD) from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV). The order is for the company’s integrated SATCOM solution and includes satellite network services, mobile satellite terminals and dedicated […]
Nokia and blackned to create next-generation deployable tactical networks for the defense sector
Companies sign agreement to provide advanced, deployable mobile communication systems for military battlefield operation Nokia and blackned GmbH, in which the Düsseldorf-based technology group Rheinmetall holds a 51% stake, have entered into a memorandum of understanding to create advanced deployable tactical networks for the defense sector, the companies announced today. The partnership brings together Nokia’s […]
AFCEA 2025: Rheinmetall presents Battlesuite – new digital platform for interconnected military systems
Integrative concept combines human intelligence and creativity with AI, conventional and unmanned systems Modern conflicts are multifunctional, multidimensional and scalable challenges. Rheinmetall therefore proposes a multi-layer approach for interconnected and digitalised combat operations of the future. This integrative concept encompasses human intelligence and creativity as well as artificial intelligence, conventional weapon systems and unmanned systems. […]
Honeywell expands defense modernization efforts in Japan with new aerospace technologies
Honeywell auxiliary power units, weather radar systems and other technologies are modernizing Japan’s defense forces Honeywell announced on May 20 the expansion of its support for Japan’s defense modernization efforts with the delivery of advanced aerospace systems for two key helicopter programs. These latest awards expand Honeywell’s footprint in Japan’s defense sector and reinforce the […]
Lockheed Martin and Fujitsu strengthen Japan Industry collaboration with SPY-7 supplier selection and strategic agreements
Lockheed Martin’s mission of expanding 21st Century Security in Japan continues to be strengthened by the partnerships and relationships built in country Lockheed Martin and Fujitsu Limited announced on May 22 the conclusion of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) establishing Fujitsu as a source for the SPY-7 Subarray Suite Power Supply Line Replaceable Unit (PS […]
Terma introduces Future-Proof Software-Defined Radio TT&C modem
A new SDR TT&C modem, a flexible, scalable solution for satellite communication and testing Terma announced on May 22 the launch of Terma SPECTRA, a Software-Defined Radio (SDR) TT&C modem. Developed in collaboration with the European Space Agency (ESA) and built by experts in Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) and Radio Frequency Special Check-Out Equipment […]
SCD USA announces design-in wins for MIRA SWIR camera across multiple North American defense programs
MIRA Short-Wave Infrared camera delivers advanced CST and event-based imaging for enhanced threat detection; initial orders secured for airborne application SCD USA announced on May 21 the successful design-in of its MIRA Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR) camera into several major defense programs across North America. These integrations span a variety of defense platforms, including man-portable systems, […]
RTX’s Raytheon awarded $580 million production contract for Next Generation Jammer Mid-Band
Electronic attack capability will counter new and emerging adversary threats Raytheon, an RTX business, has been awarded a $580 million follow-on production contract from the U.S. Navy for the Next Generation Jammer Mid-Band (NGJ-MB) system. Under the contract, Raytheon will provide additional production NGJ-MB pod shipsets, including pods for the Royal Australian Air Force, as […]
Terma unveils ‚SCANTER Sphera‘: a state-of-the-art 3D counter-drone radar
Designed for defense, border control, and critical infrastructure protection (CIP), SCANTER Sphera sets a new benchmark in counter-drone effectiveness Terma introduces SCANTER Sphera, a groundbreaking 3D radar system delivering true 360° situational awareness and advanced AI-powered drone detection. SCANTER Sphera delivers seamless horizontal and vertical coverage in a compact radar sensor solution. Its durable yet […]