Tag: naval defense
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Sweden Selects French FDI Frigate Design for Luleå Class
Sweden is set to supercharge its air defense capabilities, with Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson announcing that the country's new Luleå class frigates will triple its ground- and surface-based air defenses. The decision to base the Luleå class on the French FDI frigate design marks a significant upgrade to Sweden's surface combatant fleet.
Raytheon Secures SeaRAM Contract for Australian Frigates
Raytheon is equipping Australia's future fleet with a game-changing defense system, the SeaRAM, to shield against airborne threats. This cutting-edge tech will be integrated into the Royal Australian Navy's new frigates, providing a robust and reliable missile defense layer.
Navy Scientists Redirect Research to Overlooked Defense Tech Areas
The Office of Naval Research is shifting its focus to overlooked defense tech areas that the private sector can't or won't tackle, aiming to anticipate the Navy's needs up to 15 years from now. By doing so, they aim to stay ahead of the curve and address critical challenges that will shape the future of defense.
Navy Deploys LOCUST Laser in Sea-Based Defense Test
The US Navy has taken a significant step forward in sea-based defense by deploying its LOCUST laser system in a test, successfully firing it from the USS George H.W. Bush to counter unmanned aerial threats. This cutting-edge technology may not be about flashy destruction, but about adding a powerful new layer of defense to the Navy's arsenal.