LOCATIONS
LAND
LAND
18 Sep 25. Teledyne FLIR Defense, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY), held an opening event yesterday for its new office in the Crystal City area of Arlington, Virginia, minutes from the Pentagon. The Teledyne FLIR Defense ‘Crystal City Experience Center’ is located at 1550 Crystal Drive, Suite 425, just two metro stops from the Pentagon and within close proximity to other defense primes, Capitol Hill, and Reagan National Airport. Designed to support the company’s engagement with D.C.-area representatives, the new space features multiple offices, plus a large conference and demonstration room. The facility’s open floor plan will allow customers, government officials, and other visitors to be hands-on with a wide range of FLIR Defense products. (Source: BUSINESS WIRE)
MARITIME
15 Sep 25. Spanish Navy launches F111 frigate Bonifaz ahead of schedule. Fitting out of the ship will resume at the shipyard until expected delivery in 2028. The ship is named after the first admiral of Castile, Ramón Bonifaz. Credit: Navantia. The Spanish Navy has officially launched the F111 frigate ‘Bonifaz’, marking the first unit of the F110 programme at the Navantia shipyards in Ferrol. The event took place on 11 September in the presence of President Pedro Sánchez and was sponsored by Queen Sofía. The ship, named after the first admiral of Castile, Ramón Bonifaz, was launched a month earlier than planned, with over 70% of its construction completed. Prior to the launch ceremony, Spain’s Minister for Defence Margarita Robles participated in the acceptance signing at Navantia facilities. Military and civilian leaders were present, including Chief of the Defence Staff Admiral General Teodoro López Calderón and Chief of Staff of the Armada (AJEMA) Admiral General Antonio Piñeiro.
Piñeiro said: “The frigate ‘Bonifaz’ is not just a new naval unit; it is a reflection of Spain’s commitment to innovation and technological sovereignty. This warship will give us a decisive strategic and deterrent advantage, and along with the guidelines described in the document ‘Armada 2050’, this unit will serve to anticipate future challenges.”
Following this launch, fitting out will continue at the shipyard until delivery is scheduled for 2028. In April 2019, the Spanish Ministry of Defence signed a contract with Navantia for five F110 frigates. Currently, three of these five F110 units are under construction in Ferrol. The F112 blocks are also progressing after their keel-laying in April 2025. The workshops are currently constructing the remaining blocks of the F112 and nine blocks of the F113. The F110-class frigate will feature an advanced design with significant automation. Each vessel will measure 145m in length, 18m in beam, and have a draft of 5m. The displacement will be 6,100 tons with a crew of 150 personnel. The frigate’s flight deck will support helicopters and unmanned aerial vehicles, with future provisions for directed energy weapons. (Source: naval-technology.com)
15 Sep 25. JFD Global launches Stealth Multi-Role® rebreather, the next generation of mission flexibility and endurance
- Next-generation multi-role rebreather delivering operational capability and flexibility across the full spectrum of military diving
- Extends mission endurance to 12 hours and operational depth to 120m, one of the deepest defence rebreathers on the market
- Backed by 40 years of proven expertise and three years of innovation and product development, setting a new benchmark in diver safety and performance
James Fisher Defence (JFD Global), a global provider of specialist marine and defence solutions enabling mission success at sea, today announces the launch of the Stealth Multi-Role (SMR)® rebreather – incorporating the latest advances in multi-mission diving technology.
Stealth Multi-Role® represents the next generation of JFD Global’s trusted Stealth system, designed to meet the demands of today’s rapidly changing operational environment. Modern mission profiles increasingly require divers to transition seamlessly between depths and tasks – from long horizontal swims in special operations to complex tasks at depth.
The system is compact, ergonomic and configurable to fit a broad spectrum of diver physiques, ensuring consistent comfort and performance across a diverse global operator base. Combined with its modular, configurable and multi-role design, Stealth Multi-Role® enables uncompromising operational flexibility, sophisticated simplicity and exceptional safety to deliver critical mission success.
Peter Laughton, Head of Military Diving at James Fisher, said: “Today’s operational environment rapidly evolving and military divers need a rebreather that is as adaptable as the missions they face – from covert special forces operations to mine clearance in contested waters. Stealth Multi-Role® delivers that flexibility with optimum safety and performance. Built on four decades of frontline experience, it delivers a next generation capability designed to meet the harsh realities of military diving today and into the future.”
Rob Hales, Head of Defence at James Fisher, commented: “Stealth Multi-Role® is a step forward in military diving technology, building on decades of experience and the operational feedback of our customers around the world. It sets a new benchmark for military diving, with a software-driven design to enable continuous upgrades and integration with mission systems. We are very proud of our development team and are excited to deliver Stealth Multi-Role® for our customers.”
MILITARY AND GOVERNMENT
PERSONNEL
EUROPE APPOINTMENTS
15 Sep 25. Mrs Su-Lin Garbett-Shiels has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Peru in succession to Mr Gavin Cook who will be transferring to another Diplomatic Service appointment. Mrs Garbett-Shiels will take up her appointment during January 2026.
INDUSTRY
INDUSTRY TEAMINGS
15 Sep 25. ATEQ Aviation, the global leader in aviation testing equipment, announced a strategic distribution partnership with Pilot John International (PJi), a trusted provider of aircraft maintenance tools and ground support equipment. This alliance is set to enhance the global availability of ATEQ’s advanced products through Pilot John’s established marketplace, which offers top-tier GSE and tooling, avionics test equipment, aircraft parts, consumables, and pilot supplies.
Strengthening the Foundation for Global Growth
This partnership supports ATEQ Aviation’s growth strategy by expanding its reach through specialized distributors in the aeronautical maintenance sector. By reinforcing its international sales network, ATEQ demonstrates its commitment to innovation, adaptability, and delivering exceptional customer satisfaction around the world.
Together, ATEQ Aviation and Pilot John International will provide aviation maintenance professionals—including airlines, OEMs, military organizations, general aviation, and FBOs—access to cutting-edge test solutions wherever they operate. This agreement bolsters ATEQ’s existing global sales network, ensuring clients benefit from both technical excellence and responsive support.
Expanded Product Availability
As part of this agreement, Pilot John will now offer a comprehensive range of ATEQ Aviation products, including:
- The full ADSE product line (Air data test sets) with pitot adapter kits
- Battery testers and accessories
- Bond tester and accessories
- Aviation NiCad battery covers
This expanded availability enables maintenance professionals to access high-quality, precision testing equipment faster, with the added benefit of Pilot John’s industry expertise, customer service, and global logistics capabilities.
PERSONNEL
EUROPE APPOINTMENTS
15 Sep 25. GSOA announced the appointment of Ali Al Hashemi, CEO of Space Services at Space42, as its new Chair of the Board, alongside two new Vice Chairs: Adel Al-Saleh, CEO of SES, and Jane Nkechi Egerton-Idehen, CEO of NIGCOMSAT. GSOA represents the full satellite ecosystem, from established operators to emerging innovators across all orbits and frequency bands. In an era of accelerating digital transformation, satellite technology has become a critical enabler of innovation, sustainability, and social inclusion – helping to connect the unconnected, power digital economies, and deliver resilient communications in even the most remote or underserved regions.
18 Sep 25. Roke has just named military and technology veteran Marc Overton as its new Managing Director. Marc is a Major General in the Army Reserve and currently serves as Assistant Chief of the Defence Staff (Reserves and Cadets). Marc joins from Dassault Systèmes where he has been Managing Director of Northern Europe delivering enterprise level transformation through the use of digital twins and advanced engineering tools. He has an extensive track record in growing transformative technology and telecoms companies, including BT, EE, Orange, Cisco and Sierra Wireless.
U.S. APPOINTMENTS
17 Sep 25. Daymer Group, the consulting and fiduciary services firm has expanded into the United States with the hiring of veteran defense sector consultant Ronald Garrity. Ronald will head up Daymer’s operations in the U.S., focused on the strong government and defense contractor sector where he has over 20 years of experience. Launched in August 2025, Daymer Group advises investment management and growth stage companies, providing consultants and filling fractional c-suite roles to allow companies to scale quickly, without the administration associated with increasing permanent headcount. Daymer Group’s directors and consultants include former C-suite executives, partners and senior leaders from multiple sectors, providing independent insight and advice, ensuring improved governance standards and credibility for its clients. The firm has over 20 clients managing over $10Bn AUM, with three of over $2bn AUM.