Staff reporter at The Standing Army, covering Defence.
The UK government has announced plans to invest £360 million in the replacement of the RAF's Hawk T1 and T2 trainers, with a new multi-functional aircraft platform to be developed as part of the Jet Training System programme.
China's Liaoning aircraft carrier has been spotted conducting exercises in the Yellow Sea, sparking interest in the country's naval activities.
La OTAN realizó una importante concentración de aeronaves militares en la región del Báltico, cerca de Kaliningrado, en un ejercicio de coordinación de capacidades.
The Spanish Air and Space Force's Expeditionary Air Group has completed its successful participation in the multinational Pitch Black 26 exercise in Australia, alongside over 20 countries and 6 combat aircraft.
The Russian Navy has allegedly started sea trials for its new nuclear-powered submarine 'Khabarovsk', which is designed to carry nuclear torpedoes. The submarine is part of the Proyecto 09851 series and is believed to be a 'cruise missile nuclear-powered cruiser' designed by the Ministry of Defence.
The Argentine Navy and the Brazilian Navy have launched the maritime phase of Exercise Fraterno XXXIX, a joint training exercise between the two countries. The exercise features a range of naval and air assets, including ships, submarines, and aircraft.
The US Navy's E-2D Advanced Hawkeye modernization program has successfully completed its Critical Design Review (CDR) and is now moving forward with physical modifications and flight testing.
The Empresa Nacional de Aeronáutica de Chile (ENAER) has renewed its quality certifications, AS9100D and AS9110C, solidifying its position as a strategic asset in Chile's aeronautical industry.
The US Navy has awarded a $22.9 billion contract to Raytheon to increase the production of Tomahawk missiles, aiming to produce over 1,000 units per year.
La visita del submarino brasileño Humaitá a Mar del Plata ha generado debate sobre la relación entre las dos naciones. Aunque la política entre ellos puede ser tensa, la diplomacia militar sigue siendo un factor importante en su relación.
The second of four modernized submarines for the Peruvian Navy is nearing completion at the SIMA Perú shipyard.
The US Army has received the first of its new lightweight landing craft, designed to improve speed and maneuverability.
The Argentine defence ministry has opened a procurement process for four unmanned aerial vehicles - two reconnaissance drones and two heavy-cargo UAVs - marking the first time the ministry seeks a UAV capable of transporting substantial payloads. The specifications echo existing DJI platforms, with the heavy-lift model targeting at least 85 kg payload capacity and a 12-km operational radius.
The USS Benfold, a US Navy destroyer, suffered a critical failure in its generators while operating in the South China Sea, leaving it without power for four days.
Brazil's decision to build a second batch of Tamandaré-class frigates poses a strategic dilemma, as it requires resources and predictability to maintain production.