Nick Lee-Frampton
Nick Lee-Frampton is the New Zealand correspondent for Defense News.
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New Zealand adds Sikorsky and Airbus platforms to boost air capability
“This decision will ensure New Zealand has a critical combat capable, interoperable and dependable fleet,” Defence Minister Judith Collins said.
New Zealand Seeks New Littoral Support Ship
The New Zealand Defence Force issued a request for tenders Friday for a new naval ship to support littoral operations.
New Zealand Issues RFI for New Transport, Surveillance Aircraft
The aircraft is intended to ensure continued air mobility and air surveillance operations beyond 2020.
New Zealand Orders New Fleet Tanker
New Zealand ordered a new $348 million naval tanker from Hyundai in South Korea to replace the replenishment tanker that is nearly three decades old.
New Zealand Defense Budget Breakdown
New Zealand’s budget for 2016/17 includes just over $2.20 billion for the New Zealand Defence Force.
New Zealand Replaces Old Seasprite Helicopters
The New Zealand Defence Force’s five Kaman SH-2G(NZ) Seasprite naval helicopters became officially retired Thursday.
New Royal New Zealand Air Force Chief Appointed
New Zealand’s Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee said Davies would be promoted to Air Vice Marshal at a "formal command appointment ceremony" on April.20.
New Zealand Issues RFP for Hercules Sim Training
NZ issues RFP for Hercules sim Nick Lee-Frampton, Wellington The Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) has issued, October 16, a request for proposals (RFP) for the provision of simulator training for its C-130H(NZ) Hercules personnel.
New Zealand Defence Force Review Highlights Weaknesses
The New Zealand Defence Force has responded to a review requested by its top officer by forming new committees to address areas found in need of improvement.
Release Date for 2015 New Zealand White Paper Uncertain
Publication of New Zealand’s 2015 defence white paper may be pushed to 2016.
