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DPRTE Engage partner QinetiQ invests in helicopter that transforms MOD transport and supply line

Air August 21, 2020

DPRTE Engage partner, QinetiQ, has invested in a new Airbus H145 helicopter to extend capabilities and operational efficiencies for the LTPA (Long Term Partnering Agreement) Range Helicopter Service that covers the Ministry of Defence BUTEC and Hebrides sites in North West Scotland. The service provides a vital transport and supply line ...

Viasat selected as a top 30 Innovator in the US Air Force AFWERX program

Air August 20, 2020

 Viasat is one of 30 industry teams competitively selected by the US Air Force AFWERX program to virtually demonstrate new and emerging capabilities, including its advanced Hybrid Adaptive Network (HAN) satellite communications (SATCOM) capabilities in support of Joint All-Domain Command & Control (JADC2) efforts. The demonstration, which brought together senior leaders ...

MBDA and Lockheed Martin submit proposal for German integrated air and missile defence system

Air August 19, 2020

MBDA Deutschland and Lockheed Martin, the TLVS bidders consortium (TLVS JV), have submitted an updated proposal to the German Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw). The proposal includes development, test, certification and delivery of Germany’s future Integrated Air and Missile Defense system. “More than 80 subcontractors will ...

P-8 Poseidon aircraft supports Border Force operations in the Channel

Air August 17, 2020

A Royal Air Force P-8 Poseidon patrol aircraft has flown from its base at Kinloss Barracks  to support Border Force Operations in the Channel. The Poseidon aircraft is part of a package of assistance from the Ministry of Defence to the Home Office as they tackle small boats crossing in the ...