Tag: air defence
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Nordic Air Defence Unveils Autonomous Radio-Silent Drone Interceptor
Imagine witnessing a cutting-edge drone interceptor in action - Nordic Air Defence gave journalists a thrilling live demo of its autonomous, radio-silent K100XR system, which successfully detected and took down target drones in a Stockholm showcase. The K100XR proved its mettle as a compact, lightning-fast, and highly effective defender of airspace.
MBDA Unveils Low-Cost Counter-Drone Interceptor for Surface-Launched ASRAAM
MBDA has unveiled a game-changing, low-cost counter-drone interceptor that's set to revolutionize air defence - the Counter Mass Interceptor, a mass-producible, fire-and-forget effector designed to take down drones at range and altitude. This innovative solution builds on the success of MBDA's surface-launched ASRAAM system, which has already recorded over 400 intercepts in Ukraine.
MKE's TOLGA Counter-Drone System Achieves 100% Success in Live-Fire Trial
MKE's TOLGA Counter-Drone System just aced a live-fire trial, successfully detecting, identifying, and defeating every target in seven different scenarios. This impressive 100% success rate proves TOLGA is a game-changer in countering threats from drones and other aerial threats.
Aselsan Secures $1.68 Billion Deal to Boost Türkiye's Steel Dome Air Defence Production
Aselsan is set to turbocharge production of Türkiye's cutting-edge Steel Dome air defence system after securing a whopping $1.68 billion deal with the Presidency of Defence Industries. This major contract is expected to significantly boost revenue and ramp up production to new heights.
India Bolsters Air Defence with ₹52,000 Crore Arms Clearance Focused on Counter-Drone Tech
India is set to significantly boost its air defence capabilities with a ₹52,000 crore arms deal focused on cutting-edge counter-drone technology and layered air defence systems, following a key approval from the Defence Acquisition Council. This major move is aimed at strengthening the Army, Navy, and Air Force with advanced defence solutions.
Poland Seeks Bidders for Air Defence Laser Systems
Poland is taking a giant leap in air defence technology, exploring cutting-edge laser directed-energy weapons with twenty potential contractors already on board. The Armament Agency is seeking innovative solutions for its Laserowy System Broni Skierowanej Energii (LSBSE), a game-changing system designed to provide layered air defence capabilities.
Russia's Taliban Air Defence Pact Poses Proliferation Risk to Pakistan
Russia is taking its relationship with the Taliban to the next level, with a new military deal that could have significant implications for regional security, particularly in neighboring Pakistan. The pact, which includes cooperation on air defence equipment, marks a major step towards a full-fledged partnership between Moscow and Kabul.
Turkey Unveils Integrated Steel Dome Air Defence Architecture
Witnessing a major milestone in air defence technology, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and defence leaders from 50 nations gathered to unveil Türkiye's revolutionary Steel Dome architecture in action. For the first time, the multi-layered air and missile defence system was showcased in a live-fire demonstration, leaving a lasting impression on its international audience.
China's CM-400AKG Missile Exposes Air Defence Vulnerabilities
Meet the CM-400AKG, dubbed the "aircraft carrier killer" by Pakistan Air Force officials, a game-changing missile that combines the best of cruise and guided rocket technology to deliver a devastating blow. This solid-fuel, air-launched powerhouse reaches its peak velocity in a heart-stopping, steep terminal dive, redefining the rules of air defence.