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Naval Surface Warfare Center invests in additive manufacturing prototypes
The Pentagon believes new additive manufacturing techniques could help them protect military technologies from tampering or intrusion.
20 novembre 2018 | International, Terrestre
Czech MoD seeks light 4x4 vehicles for airborne battalion
The Czech Ministry of Defence (MoD) plans to procure a fleet of 4x4 lightweight vehicles to fulfil an urgent requirement for the Army of the Czech Republic (ACR) to equip an airborne battalion planned for activation in 2020.
The ACR is considering the Gepard, a new 4x4 vehicle based on the Toyota Land Cruiser Model 70 being offered in a rapid-deployment version and long-range patrol version by a Czech consortium of indigenous vehicle suppliers Dajbych, Tatra Defence Vehicles, and Optokon.
The criteria for the platform include that it can accommodate six fully equipped personnel and can be fitted with modular ballistic protection.
https://www.janes.com/article/84687/czech-mod-seeks-light-4x4-vehicles-for-airborne-battalion
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1 octobre 2018 | International, Aérospatial
Airbus to help determine path forward for Tiger helo upgrade, missile options
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Italy readies quick sale of patrol ships to Indonesia amid China fears
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