Ethiopia has revealed its latest additions to its air force: a state-of-the-art Sukhoi uSu-30 fighter jet and a sophisticated Turkish Akinci combat drone. The new weapons were officially handed over to the Ethiopian air force in a ceremony attended by top military officials, including the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, Field Marshal Berhanu
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Up to $2.5 Billion Awarded for SDA Tranche 2, Tracking Layer Satellites
The U.S. Space Force’s Space Development Agency (SDA) said on Jan. 16 that it has awarded contracts worth up to $2.5 billion to three companies for 54 infrared sensor-equipped satellites
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Austal USA Launches Fourth Navy Overlord USV
The final Navy Overlord Unmanned Surface Vessel, the Vanguard (OUSV3), was recently launched from shipbuilder Austal USA’s shipyard in Mobile, Ala., the Navy said on Jan. 11. The Vanguard is being
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Space Development Agency to buy 54 missile-tracking satellites
The Jan. 16 awards totaled more than $2.5 billion and went to SDA incumbents Lockheed Martin and L3Harris as well as newcomer Sierra Space.
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Mapping the Unseen: How AI and Satellite Technology Reveal Offshore Activities
Madison WI (SPX) Jan 04, 2024
Humans are racing to harness the ocean’s vast potential to power global economic growth. Worldwide, ocean-based industries such as fishing, shipping and energy production generate at least US$1.5 trillion in economic activity each year and support 31 million jobs. This value has been increasing exponentially over the past 50 years and is expected to double by 2030.
Transparency in monitori
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Nigerian Navy Adds Drones for Gulf of Guinea Anti-Piracy Patrols
ADF STAFF The kidnapping of crew members from a tanker ship traveling between Côte d’Ivoire and Cameroon on January 1, 2024, is a stark reminder that piracy remains a concern in the Gulf of Guinea. In response, the Nigerian Navy has added to its arsenal of ship-based drones to help monitor coastal waters. “In an
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Khronos UAS integrated with Mission Master UGV for on-the-move ISR system
Combining Mission Master, a large UGV which is already in service, and Khronos, a tethered drone system unveiled just two months ago, would offer a remote tower observation capability and reconnaissance on the move.
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Austal Launches US Navy ‘Vanguard’ Overlord Drone Ship
Austal has launched the US Navy’s latest Overlord Unmanned Surface Vessel Vanguard (OUSV3) in Mobile, Alabama.
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Airbus Acquiring US-Based Drone Developer Aerovel
Airbus announced that it is acquiring American drone manufacturer Aerovel, marking a significant move in its efforts to expand its unmanned aerial system portfolio.
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Germany to Donate More Drones to Philippine Coast Guard
Germany has promised to donate drones to the Philippines for maritime surveillance operations in the West Philippine Sea.
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