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21 Mar 24. BAE Systems has signed a contract with the Danish Ministry of Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organisation (DALO) for the Mid-Life Upgrade (MLU) of the Danish CV90 fleet, ensuring the vehicles’ performance for many years to come. This MLU contract follows the previously signed framework agreement regarding repair and maintenance services. Under the contract, the Danish CV90 infantry fighting vehicles will be integrated with the new D-series turret, a leap forward in design and functionality which provides significant improvements in vehicle balance and new ways to introduce a variety of weaponry for increased lethality. The new vehicle also offers considerable ergonomic improvements to its crew and is built on years of combat-proven experience, continuous vehicle improvements, and data analysis from the CV90 User Club. The User Club consists of all of the user nations operating CV90 fleets.
18 Mar 24. Chemring’s Norwegian subsidiary, Chemring Nobel, has been awarded substantial funding to enhance defence production capabilities. The European Commission has allocated €66.7m under the ASAP programme, in line with the European Council’s directive to support Ukraine and replenish Member States’ ammunition stocks. Additionally, the Norwegian government has granted 428 m NOK to bolster Chemring Nobel’s production capacity. These grants will facilitate the doubling of capacity at Chemring Nobel, reinforcing its role as a strategic NATO supplier.
17 Mar 24. Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) inked a significant contract with the Czech Ministry of Defense, solidifying a partnership aimed at ensuring the sustainability and maintenance of MMR (Multi-Mission Radar) systems. This landmark agreement encompasses a duration of 20 years and is set to bolster the aerial situational awareness capabilities of the Czech Republic. The contract, sealed in a signing ceremony held at the Czech Ministry of Defence, represents a collaborative effort between IAI and local Czech companies RETIA and VTU. Through this partnership, Czech entities will assume responsibility as local subcontractors, overseeing a diverse array of processes integral to the upkeep and functionality of the MMR radar systems. (Source: Google/https://forceindia.net/)
21 Mar 24. Lithuania contracts NT Service for urgent C-UAS procurement. Lithuania-based NT Service has been contracted to deliver counter-unmanned aircraft systems (C-UASs) to the Lithuanian military to meet an urgent requirement for combat ‘drones’. The contract, valued at EUR8.03m (USD8.72m) and spanning 36 months, involves the provision of anti-drone dome systems and individual suppressors, according to a contract notice on 18 March on the European Union tendering website. In total, 351 anti-drone dome systems – more widely referred to as omnidirectional C-UASs – and 130 individual suppressors are being acquired from NT Service. The purchase has been deemed a “matter of urgency”, the contract notice detailed. (Source: Janes)
20 Mar 24. Sweden purchases over 300 armoured vehicles from Patria. The Swedish Defence Procurement Agency (FMV) has signed a contract to buy 321 six-wheeled armoured vehicles from the international defence and technology company Patria. The contract has a value of around 470 m euros and is one of the largest ever in Sweden for Patria. The 321 vehicles, which in Sweden are called Pansarterrängbil 300, will be stationed at Livgardet regiment in Kungsängen and several other units around the country. Patria has previously delivered 20 6×6 vehicles which were ordered in a separate contract signed in April 2023. The Patria 6×6 vehicle set for delivery is the troop transportation model, which offers the latest vehicle technology such as state-of-the-art protection for up to 12 crew members. The vehicle is modular and can be configured for a wide range of different purposes. Apart from troop transport, it will be used for command & control and ambulance duties in Sweden, and it will form an important cornerstone for Sweden’s increasing defence capability.
21 Mar 24. Germany has inked a contract with RTX subsidiary Raytheon to fortify its air defence capabilities and acquire Patriot air and missile defence systems. Valued at $1.2bn, the deal reveals Germany’s commitment to modernise its defence infrastructure, aligning closely with Nato’s collective security objectives. On 4 January, Nato secured a $5.6bn deal with COMLOG, a joint venture between Raytheon and MBDA, to bolster Europe’s air defence capabilities with 1,000 Patriot Guidance Enhanced Missiles (GEM-Ts) as part of the Sky Shield Initiative. Beneficiaries include Germany, the Netherlands, Romania, and Spain, with Spain also investing in the latest PAC-3 variant. The contract entails the delivery of Patriot Configuration 3+ radars, launchers, command and control stations, and associated spares and support services. This infusion of technology is poised to enhance Germany’s existing air defence network, providing a shield against various airborne threats. (Source: army-technology.com)
21 Mar 24. Germany signs off on historic Boxer export deal. German parliament has officially approved the purchase of more than 100 Australian-made Boxer Heavy Weapon Carrier vehicles for the German Army. Under single largest defence export agreement in Australia’s history, the Australian-made armoured vehicles will be built by Rheinmetall at its Military Vehicle Centre of Excellence in Redbank, Queensland before being exported to Germany. This agreement, now passed through the German parliament, follows Prime Minister Anthony Albanese witnessing the signing of the in-principle agreement between Germany and Australia during his visit to Berlin in July last year. (Source: Defence Connect)
21 Mar 24. The German Bundeswehr has commissioned Rheinmetall to supply the “Schwerer Waffenträger Infanterie (Heavy Weapon Carrier for the Infantry)”. Following the Budget Committee of the German Bundestag approved the proposal on 20 March 2024, the contract was signed today on 21 March 2023. The German Federal Armed Forces (Bundeswehr) will procure up to 123 vehicles “Schwerer Waffenträger Infanterie”. The contract is worth around €2.7bn, which also includes service and maintenance. Delivery is scheduled to begin in 2025. The Heavy Weapon Carrier for the Infantry serves as a replacement for the Wiesel (“weasel”) tracked vehicle for direct tactical fire support of infantry units. It is also a core element of the German Army’s new force category, the “medium forces” are able to rapidly deploy over long distances and thus contribute to credible national and alliance defence. The Heavy Weapon Carrier for the Infantry is based on the Boxer Combat Reconnaissance Vehicle (CRV), the wheeled armoured reconnaissance vehicle of the Australian Defence Force, also supplied by Rheinmetall. This is the proven 8×8 combat vehicle with an armoured reconnaissance mission module including the two-person Lance turret. The main weapon is the Rheinmetall MK30-2 ABM automatic cannon, which is also installed in the German Puma infantry fighting vehicle. In addition, the multi-role guided missile system (“mehrrollenfähiges leichtes Lenkflugkörpersystem” or MELLS), which enables the Heavy Weapon Carrier for the Infantry to provide anti-tank defence, is also fitted.
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18 Mar 24. The Government of Italy has requested to buy twenty-eight (28) AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II+ Tactical Missiles; four (4) AIM-9X Block II+ Tactical Guidance Units; eight (8) AIM-9X Captive Air Training Missiles (CATM); and two (2) AIM-9X CATM Guidance Units that will be added to previously implemented cases whose values were under the congressional notification threshold. The original Foreign Military Sales cases, valued at $34.1m ($24.1m in MDE) and $17.6m ($9.7m in MDE), respectively, included a total of thirty-eight (38) AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II+ Tactical Missiles; three (3) AIM-9X Block II+ Tactical Guidance Units; sixteen (16) AIM-9X CATM; and two (2) AIM-9X CATM Guidance Units. This notification is for a combined total of sixty-six (66) AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II+ Tactical Missiles; seven (7) AIM-9X Block II+ Tactical Guidance Units; twenty-four (24) AIM-9X CATM; and four (4) AIM-9X CATM Guidance Units. Also included are active optical target detectors; containers; personnel training and training equipment; classified and unclassified publications and technical documents; warranties; U.S. Government engineering, technical, and logistics support services; and other related elements of logistics and program support. The estimated total cost is $90.6m. The principal contractor will be RTX Corporation, located in Arlington, VA. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale. (Source: glstrade.com)
18 Mar 24. The Government of Poland has requested to buy two hundred thirty-two (232) AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II Tactical Missiles and sixteen (16) AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II Tactical Missile Guidance Units. Also included are missile containers; training aids; active optical target detectors; spares; support equipment; missile support; U.S. Government and contractor technical assistance; and other related elements of logistics and program support. The estimated total cost is $219.1m. The principal contractor will be RTX Corporation, Tucson, AZ. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale. (Source: glstrade.com)
18 Mar 24. The Government of Poland has requested to buy up to seven hundred forty-five (745) AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM), up to sixteen (16) AIM-120C-8 AMRAAM guidance sections, and fifty (50) LAU-129 Guided Missile Launchers. Also included are AIM-120 Captive Air Training Missiles, missile containers, and control section spares; Common Munitions Built-in-Test Reprogramming Equipment; ADU-891 Adapter Group Test Sets; munitions support and support equipment; spare and repair parts, consumables, accessories, and repair and return support; contract logistics support; classified software delivery and support; classified and unclassified publications and technical documentation; personnel training and training support; transportation support; studies and surveys; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistical support services; and other related elements of logistics and program support. The estimated total cost is $1.69 bn. The principal contractor will be RTX Corporation, Tucson, AZ. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale. (Source: glstrade.com)
18 Mar 24. The Government of Poland has requested to buy up to eight hundred twenty-one (821) AGM-158B-2 Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles with Extended Range (JASSM-ER) All-Up-Rounds. Also included are AGM-158 JASSM classified test equipment; weapon system support; integration and test support and equipment; classified software delivery and support; unclassified publications and technical documentation; transportation; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services; and other related elements of logistics and program support. The estimated total cost is $1.77bn. The principal contractor will be Lockheed Martin, Orlando, FL. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale. (Source: glstrade.com)
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18 Mar 24. ESA Kicks Off 2 New Navigation Missions. ESA has signed contracts with several European companies for an overall amount of € 233m to develop Genesis and a LEO-PNT demonstrator, two new missions within the FutureNAV programme that will keep Europe at the forefront of satellite navigation worldwide. The contract for Genesis amounts to € 76.6m. A consortium of 14 entities led by OHB Italia S.p.A. (IT) is tasked with developing, manufacturing, qualifying, calibrating, launching and operating the Genesis satellite, including all its payloads. This mission is supported by Italy, Belgium, France, Switzerland, Hungary and the UK. The Genesis satellite is planned to launch in 2028, followed by years of scientific exploitation. For LEO-PNT, two parallel contracts of € 78.4m each have been signed for two end-to-end low Earth orbit positioning, navigation and timing (LEO-PNT) in-orbit demonstrators. The contracts include the design and development of satellites and payloads, ground segment, test user segment and satellite launches, operations, experimentation and demonstration of services with end users. One of the contracts for LEO-PNT demonstrator is led by GMV Aerospace and Defence S.A.U. (ES), as overall system prime and OHB System AG (DE) as space segment prime and core partner. The other contract is led by Thales Alenia Space France S.A.S (FR) as overall system prime and Thales Alenia Space SPA (IT) as space segment prime. The two consortia involve over 50 entities from 14 countries, including industrial actors with a long heritage in space, together with new actors following novel approaches to space – a combination of space primes, midcaps and SMEs, also engaging representatives from end-user communities. The first LEO-PNT satellite is planned to launch within 20 months from kick-off and the complete demonstration constellation to be in orbit before 2027. The missions were approved at ESA’s Ministerial council of 2022 as part of FutureNAV programme, in ESA’s Navigation Directorate. FutureNAV enables ESA to respond to trends and needs in the field of positioning, navigation and timing, and allows Europe to stay on the cutting edge of satellite navigation technology. (Source: ASD Network)
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20 Mar 24. CACI International Inc (NYSE: CACI) announced today that it has secured a single-award technology task order worth up to $239m with a one-year base period and four one-year option periods to modernize the U.S. Army’s Global Secret Internet Protocol Router (SIPR) network (GSN), including the application of commercial solutions for classified (CSfC) technology to increase options for secure user access and mobility. As an NSA-trusted CSfC integrator, CACI rapidly delivers commercial-based hardware and software that integrate seamlessly into U.S. government communications networks. CACI’s Archon technology, which was acquired through ID Technologies, allows out-of-the-box commercial devices to securely access classified networks facilitating the secure transfer and access to sensitive data from anywhere. (Source: BUSINESS WIRE)
19 Mar 24. JCB Inc., Pooler, Georgia, is awarded a firm-fixed-price indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for the multi-terrain loader (MTL) replacement and Type II work tool attachments with a total value of up to $39,000,000. The intent of this contract is to procure the next generation MTL and Type II work tool attachments replacing the current MTL which is reaching the end of its economical service life. Work will be performed in Pooler, Georgia, and is expected to be completed in March 2029. No funds will be obligated at time of award. Funds will be obligated on individual task and delivery orders as they are issued. Marine Corps Systems Command, Quantico, Virginia, is the contracting activity (M67854-24-D-5000).
21 Mar 24. Ricardo Defense Inc, a leader in complex system integration and sustainment solutions, has received a contract in association with the National Center for Manufacturing Sciences (NCMS), to expand the application of the Ricardo Defense Dismounted Soldier Communication System (DSCS) under a new phase with the US Army. The Dismounted Soldier Communication System is an integrated solution for the Army. Designed by Ricardo Defense to enhance vehicle communication by adding wireless soldier-to-platform communication capability, DSCS provides increased situational awareness and heightened safety for soldiers in the field. Under this new contract, Ricardo Defense will install the DSCS solution on three brigades of M88 vehicles to gather data and soldier feedback. This information will be used to evaluate and verify system performance and effectiveness from the soldier’s perspective. The Ricardo system is vehicle platform-agnostic in nature and compatible with existing VIC-3 intercom contributing to its versatility and potential widespread adoption to other army ground vehicle applications. (Source: ASD Network)
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21 Mar 24. General Dynamics Electric Boat Corp., Groton, Connecticut, is awarded a $145,000,000 cost-plus-fixed-fee modification to previously awarded contract (N00024-19-C-2125) for engineering, technical, design agent, and planning yard support for operational strategic and attack submarines. Work will be performed in Groton, Connecticut (70%); Kings Bay, Georgia (13%); Bangor, Washington (10%); Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (3%); North Kingston, Rhode Island (2%); and Newport, Rhode Island (2%), and is expected to be completed by September 2024. Fiscal 2024 other procurement (Navy) funds in the amount of $2,821,780 (89%); and fiscal 2023 other procurement (Navy) funds in the amount of $336,294 (11%), will be obligated at time of award and will not expire at the end of the current fiscal year. Naval Sea Systems Command, Washington, D.C., is the contracting activity.
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19 Mar 24. The Boeing Co., St. Louis, Missouri, is awarded a not-to-exceed $1,137,300,000, firm-fixed-price, undefinitized modification (P00047) to a previously awarded contract (N0001918C1046). This modification procures 10 F/A-18F Lot 46 aircraft, as well as two F/A-18F and five F/A-18E Lot 47 aircraft. This modification also provides for Phase One of the F/A-18E/F and EA-18G technical data package including the operation, maintenance, installation and training data in support of F/A-18 and EA-18G sustainment efforts for the Navy. Work will be performed in Hazelwood, Missouri (46.7%); El Segundo, California (35.8%); Bloomington, Maine (1.6%); Quebec, Canada (1.6%); Ridley Park, Pennsylvania (1.4%); Vandalia, Ohio (1.0%); various locations within the continental U.S. (CONUS) (10.8%); and various location outside of the CONUS (1.1%), and is expected to be completed in April 2027. Fiscal 2023 aircraft procurement (Navy) funds in the amount of $50,000,000; and fiscal 2022 aircraft procurement (Navy) funds in the amount of $213,060,349, will be obligated at the time of award, $213,060,349 of which will expire at the end of the current fiscal year. Naval Air Systems Command, Patuxent River, Maryland, is the contracting activity.
20 Mar 24. HoverCrane, a manufacturer of cargo drones for commercial and defense markets, has announced the award of a contract with the U.S. Air Force to provide their HoverCrane uncrewed aerial vehicle for evaluation in expeditionary resupply and other tactical missions. The HoverCrane is an aerial cargo transport vehicle for moving payloads from 10-50lbs, developed for harsh industrial use cases with the capability to take-off and land in rough terrain. It operates on open, modular systems architecture combined with advanced autonomous features. “A few of these drones can shuttle a lot of material over time with minimal support, all with dramatically reduced risk when compared to larger aircraft,” said Snoke. “It’s not hard to imagine how these can help our soldiers in combat and logistics. We are honored to collaborate with the Air Force as we optimize the HoverCrane for mission success and saving lives.” (Source: PR Newswire)
18 Mar 24. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: KTOS), a Technology Company in the Defense, National Security and Global Markets and industry-leading provider of high-performance, jet-powered unmanned aerial systems, announced today that its Unmanned Systems Division has received a $57,673,542 modification to a previously awarded firm-fixed-price contract. This modification exercises options to procure full rate production Lot Five of the BQM-177A Surface Launched Aerial Targets to provide for the production and delivery of 70 BQM-177A Surface Launched Aerial Targets and 70 Rocket-Assisted Takeoff attachment kits, as well as associated technical and administrative data in support of weapons system test, and evaluation and fleet training for the Navy. (Source: ASD Network)
20 Mar 24. OSI Maritime Systems, a leading provider of maritime navigation and tactical systems, is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Navy Amphibious Assault and Connectors Program Office (PMS 317), to provide a Ship-to-Shore Connector Program-Wide License (SSC PWL) for the Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) and Landing Craft Utility (LCU) programs. The OSI SSC PWL includes ECPINS Enterprise and Radar-HMI, featuring an unlimited number of perpetual licenses for the use across all current and future craft, as well as training. The agreement also provides a model for In-Service Support and for future upgrades. The PMS 317 program office operates under the U.S. Navy’s Program Executive Office, Ships (PEO Ships), a key player in the Defense Department’s extensive acquisition landscape. PEO Ships oversees the design and construction of destroyers, amphibious ships, special mission, and support ships for U.S. agencies and foreign military sales. PMS 317 manages vital platforms such as Landing Ship Medium (LSM), Landing Craft Air Cushion Extended Service Life Extension Program (LCAC E-SLEP), Landing Craft Utility (LCU), and Ship-to-Shore Connector (SSC). The landing vessels play a crucial role in military operations, facilitating the transportation of vehicles, personnel, and cargo from sea to shore and shore to shore. Their versatility extends to supporting civilian humanitarian and maritime operations. (Source: ASD Network)
21 Mar 24. Reliable Robotics, a leader in autonomous aircraft systems, today announced it was approved to participate in the 2024 AFWERX Tactical Funding Increase (TACFI) program for the United States Department of the Air Force (USAF). TACFI is designed to “bridge the capability gap” between current Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) efforts to facilitate the delivery of strategic capabilities for the Department of the Air Force. Reliable was competitively chosen for award from a large list of providers during the funding evaluation. TACFI selection and Reliable’s follow-on Phase III SBIR contract both extend and continue Reliable’s previous Phase II contract. These contract efforts will further Reliable’s ongoing collaboration with the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) and AFWERX which includes:
- Demonstration of flexible remote piloting capabilities at McClellan Airfield during the recent AGILE FLAG exercise
- Military Airworthiness approval for autonomous flight testing and operational missions of Reliable’s Cessna 208 Caravan for the U.S. Air Force
- A large aircraft automation study to adapt Reliable’s autonomous flight system for airframes such as the KC-135
- Demonstration of autonomous flight at Travis Air Force base for distinguished military personnel as part of the Golden Phoenix exercise
- Completion of Phase I and Phase II SBIR contracts (Source: BUSINESS WIRE)
18 Mar 24. Satcom Direct Government, SDG, has been re-awarded a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for the provision of aeronautical satellite connectivity services to the U.S. Military, Department of Defense (DoD), state and local agencies. The five-year agreement is the third renewal of the BPA contract, allowing SDG to provide secure voice and broadband data services to support global aeronautical missions for the DoD and other federal agency bodies. The agreement has a maximum value of approximately US$240m over the life of the contract, which comprises one base year and four option years. U.S. government users will continue to benefit from easy ordering through the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) platform to quickly establish worldwide connectivity through the Viasat-owned Inmarsat airtime services, including GX2 powered by the expanding Global Xpress network. The agreement also includes the full range of Viasat L-band solutions, SwiftBroadband, Broadband Global Area Network, (BGAN) FleetBroadband, SwiftJet, Classic Aero services, and SD Flight Deck Freedom® datalink services for the cockpit. The aeronautical services for this contract will be supported by the Satcom Direct comprehensive terrestrial network and the Melbourne, Florida-based SD Data Center, ensuring secure transmission of all U.S. DoD data transfers from aircraft to U.S. Government specified locations, even in the most geographically challenging locations. The SD Pro® integrated software flight operations platform is also available through the BPA and will be used to monitor and manage connectivity services and usage in real time. SD Pro delivers planning, flight tracking, and connectivity monitoring via a single, simple, fast, and secure access point.
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19 Mar 24. HII’s Mission Technologies division has landed a contract to provide intelligence analysis and operational support services for the Joint Intelligence Operations Center-Korea, bolstering US efforts to understand threats and safeguard personnel in the region. The $305m deal was awarded by the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), with the renewed partnership between HII and the DIA intended to enhance the intelligence analysis, enabling United States Forces Korea (USFK) to gain insights into enemy capabilities, detect emerging threats, and formulate effective response strategies. A primary mission of USFK is to ensure the safety of American personnel within the Korean Theater of Operations. (Source: naval-technology.com)
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19 Mar 24. Bahrain – M1A2 Abrams Main Battle Tanks. The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Bahrain of M1A2 Abrams Main Battle Tanks and related equipment for an estimated cost of $2.2bn. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today. The Government of Bahrain has requested to buy fifty (50) M1A2 SEPv3 Abrams Main Battle Tanks; four (4) M88A2 HERCULES Combat Recovery Vehicles; eight (8) M1110 Joint Assault Bridges; eight (8) M1150 Assault Breacher Vehicles; eight (8) Heavy Assault Scissor Bridge (HASB); one hundred (100) M240 Coaxial 7.62mm machine guns; three (3) AGT1500 Gas Turbine engines; six thousand (6,000) 120mm M1002 Target Practice Multipurpose Tracer (TPMP-T) projectiles; and five thousand seven hundred sixty (5,760) 120mm M1147 High Explosive Multipurpose Tracers. Also included are M2A1 .50 caliber machine guns; Common Remote Operated Weapons Station Low Profile (CROWS-LP); Forward Repair System; M250 smoke grenade launchers; service and training ammunition; M1300/M1302 Enhanced Heavy Equipment Transporter System (EHETS); M978A4 Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT) tanker and Load Handling System (LHS); M074A1 Palletized Load Systems and trailers and flat racks; support and test equipment; integration and test support; spare and repair parts; Special Tools and Test Equipment (STTE); communications equipment; Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module (SAASM)-based Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers; software delivery and support; Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) equipment; publications and technical manuals; maintenance trainers; training equipment; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services; Next Generation Automatic Test System (NGATS); and other related elements of logistics and program support. The estimated total cost is $2.2bn. This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by helping to improve the security of a Major Non-NATO Ally that is an important force for political stability and economic progress in the Middle East. The proposed sale will improve Bahrain’s capability to meet current and future threats by providing a credible force that can deter adversaries and provide the capability to participate in regional operations with the United States and other U.S. partner nations. Bahrain will have no difficulty absorbing this equipment into its armed forces. The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region. The principal contractors will be General Dynamics Land Systems, Sterling Heights, MI; BAE Systems, York, PA; Leonardo DRS, Arlington, VA; Honeywell Aerospace, Phoenix, AZ; RTX Corporation, McKinney, TX; and Lockheed Martin, Orlando, FL. The purchaser typically requests offsets. Any offset agreement will be defined in negotiations between the purchaser and the contractor. Implementation of this proposed sale will require the assignment of one (1) U.S. Government and thirty (30) U.S. contractor representatives to travel to Bahrain for a duration of up to five years to support equipment fielding and training. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. The description and dollar value are for the highest estimated quantity and dollar value based on initial requirements. Actual dollar value will be lower depending on final requirements, budget authority, and signed sales agreement(s), if and when concluded. (Source: ASD Network)
19 Mar 24. Morocco – Javelin Missiles. The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Morocco of Javelin Missiles and related equipment for an estimated cost of $260m. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today. The Government of Morocco has requested to buy six hundred twelve (612) Javelin FGM-148F missiles (includes twelve (12) fly-to-buy missiles) and two hundred (200) Javelin Lightweight Command Launch Units (LWCLUs). Also included are missile simulation rounds; Javelin support equipment; hand and measuring tools; books and publications; power plus distribution equipment; component parts and support equipment; life cycle support and other technical assistance; gunner training; ammunition officer’s training; System Integration and Checkout (SICO); maintenance training; Tactical Aviation and Ground Munitions (TAGM); and other related elements of logistics and program support. The total estimated cost is $260m. This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security of the United States by helping to improve the security of a Major Non-NATO Ally that continues to be an important force for political stability and economic progress in North Africa. The proposed sale will improve Morocco’s long-term defense capacity to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity and to meet its national defense requirements. Morocco will have no difficulty absorbing this equipment into its armed forces. The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region. The prime contractors will be the Javelin Joint Venture between Lockheed Martin in Orlando, FL, and RTX Corporation in Tucson, AZ. There are no known offset agreements in connection with this potential sale. Implementation of this proposed sale will not require the assignment of U.S. Government or contractor representatives to Morocco. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. The description and dollar value are for the highest estimated quantity and dollar value based on initial requirements. Actual dollar value will be lower depending on final requirements, budget authority, and signed sales agreement(s), if and when concluded. (Source: ASD Network)
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19 Mar 24. Chess Dynamics secures £15.7m contract to provide surveillance systems for Australia’s Hunter class frigates. Cohort plc, the Independent Technology Group, is pleased to announce that its subsidiary Chess Dynamics Ltd (“Chess”) has been awarded a contract valued at £15.7m by BAE Systems Maritime Australia to supply its Sea Eagle surveillance systems for the Royal Australian Navy’s Hunter class frigates. Work will begin immediately and will continue until 2031. Sea Eagle is a highly capable naval surface ship surveillance system for the detection, tracking, and identification of surface and air targets. It has been selected by several leading maritime forces, including for the Royal Navy’s new Type 26 frigates.
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18 Mar 24. India to upgrade naval Do 228s. The Indian Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to upgrade the Indian Navy’s Dornier Do 228 fleet. The contract, announced on 15 March, has a value of INR28.9bn (USD348.6m) and will cover the mid-life upgrade (MLU) of 25 Do 228s in the Indian Navy, including the installation of associated equipment. According to the MoD, the MLU will include the replacement of the aircraft’s primary sensors and incorporation of new avionics. The MoD said that the execution span of the MLU programme is six-and-a-half years. (Source: Janes)
19 Mar 24. ISD receives contract to upgrade Indonesian Navy’s aircraft for maritime surveillance duties. The US Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) has awarded a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contract to upgrade three Indonesian Navy aircraft with enhanced maritime surveillance systems. Under the contract, Oregon-based Integrated Surveillance and Defense (ISD) will upgrade two Indonesian Navy-operated Dirgantara CN-235-220/CN-235-220 MP maritime patrol aircraft (MPA) and modify one King Air 350i aircraft with “proven maritime surveillance systems”, said the company in a statement provided to Janes on 19 March. “The ISD solution will consist of the installation and integration of a maritime surveillance radar, [an] electro-optical/infrared sensor, [an] airborne Automatic Identification System (AIS), [a] mission management system (MMS), and datalink communications,” reads the statement. The contract’s period of performance and delivery will be 24 months, the company added, without giving further specifics on the systems that will be provided or the value of the contract. Indonesia’s naval aviation centre operates a fleet of six CN-235-220 MPAs, and all airframes are based with the navy’s Air Squadron 800 in Juanda, Surabaya. (Source: Janes)
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