by | Sep 21, 2024 | Security
Boeing executive Ted Colbert is out as head of the troubled firm’s defense sector, effective immediately, the company announced Friday. Kelly Ortberg, Boeing’s chief executive, said in a memo to employees that Steve Parker will temporarily lead Boeing Defense, Space...
by | Sep 20, 2024 | Security
WARSAW, Poland — As Ukraine continues its fight against the Russian invasion, the country’s defense companies hope to convert their wartime experience into foreign exports once a mandate lifts to supply only local forces. The sentiment comes amid a desire by Ukrainian...
by | Sep 19, 2024 | Security
VICTORIA, British Columbia — The Canadian military has formally begun its efforts to acquire a fleet of up to 12 conventionally powered submarines. The Canadian government has requested submarine builders submit information on their boats by Nov. 18 in what is seen as...
by | Sep 19, 2024 | Security
MELBOURNE, Australia — The Australian Army seeks to lean more heavily on aerial drones, with a comprehensive upgrade program for all size classes now in the pipeline, according to a service official. “My prediction, ahead of any formal requirement being provided, is...
by | Sep 19, 2024 | Security
PARIS — Rheinmetall unveiled the U.K.’s new Challenger 3 main battle tank to the public at a British Army event this week, with upgraded armor and a 120mm smoothbore cannon for what the company calls the most advanced tank in NATO. The U.K. is getting its improved...
