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Staff Writer
Babcock awarded its first nato training support contract
Babcock International Group (Babcock), the defence company, has secured its first NATO training contract – for the delivery of support to its Joint Warfare Centre (JWC).
ADSB Launches First Vessel in Prestigious FALAJ 3 Programme
The launch of the first vessel represents a key milestone in fulfilling the AED 3.5 billion contract with the Ministry of Defence
High-volume design in phased array communication systems
Eric Bergquist, project engineer at Omnetics, helps us delve into the intricacies of high-volume design in phased array communication systems, and shows us how Omnetics is tackling the challenges of highvolume production to meet the escalating demand for these advanced communication architectures.
Unlocking the power of OSINT
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, staying ahead of emerging threats requires innovative solutions. Fivecast, a global leader in open-source intelligence (OSINT), empowers organisations to make informed decisions and mitigate risks through cutting-edge technology and unparalleled expertise. By harnessing the power of publicly available data, Fivecast provides actionable insights that drive strategic planning and tactical responses.
Revolutionising military weather intelligence
Whether it was Napoleon invading Russia in the winter or the D-Day Landings against Nazi Germany in 1944, weather has always played a crucial role in war. Accurately predicting the weather, then, provides military planners with a distinct edge over their adversaries. Brad Guay, team lead for government and defence at Meteomatics tells us about how the company’s Meteodrones can revolutionise military weather intelligence.
Outmanoeuvring the cyber threats of tomorrow
In an era of unprecedented technological advancements and evolving cyber threats, EclecticIQ, a European-native cybersecurity company, is at the forefront of empowering organisations to navigate the complex cybersecurity landscape. With a bold and decisive mindset, EclecticIQ’s CEO, Cody Barrow, provides us with insights into his company’s cutting-edge AI-embedded solutions that enable businesses to anticipate, outmanoeuvre and overcome threats proactively.
Mining your own business
Though the bulk of the fighting has been on land, the Black Sea has also played an important role in Ukraine’s ongoing struggle against Russia. That’s clear enough when it comes to naval mines, some 500 of which have been laid off the coast of Ukraine, with ever increasing reports of their use in international waters and conflict zones around the world. No wonder Western militaries are fighting back, with the UK’s DE&S developing a range of autonomous mine-hunting systems. Andrea Valentino talks to Sidharth Kaushal of the Royal United Services Institute to learn more.
Safety in cyber
Cyberattacks often make the news – especially when the target is military or political. Indeed, earlier this year, a German military call about a hypothetical weapons delivery to Ukraine was leaked to Russian media. Global headlines, as well as recrimination, political blowback and questions about protocol and digital security, all followed. To find out more about the practices and technology meant to nix such occurrences – and how widespread the cyber threat is – Dan Cave spoke to Jean-Paul Massart, chief at Nato Digital Workplace Centre and Nato Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency), to learn more.
AI vs the drone threat
Easy to weaponise, and increasingly efficient, drones are rapidly changing warfare. No wonder militaries are eager to integrate AI into counter-drone systems, transforming their ability to counter, spot incoming aerial threats and ultimately bring them down. Lauren Hurrell talks to experts David Shank, former commandant at the US Army Air Defense Artillery School, and Commander Jessica Anderson, a US Department of Defense spokesperson from the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO), to discuss how AI is set to transform C-UAS, and how this technology might be deployed.
Multi-domain dominance
Nato, a recent press release announced, is transforming into a ‘multi-domain operations’ organisation. Beyond the military buzzwords, however, what does this mean for command and control across the alliance? Part of the answer involves moving away from the current commander-centric approach to leadership, instead giving more lateral to troops on the ground. That’s echoed by new technology, with 5G and AI allowing the deployment of fl exible mobile command posts and handheld devices. Phoebe Galbraith investigates, speaking to Brigadier General Jarmo Vähätiitto, chief of the C5 Division at the Finnish Defence Command, to understand what all this could mean for operations on the ground.