Recap: Highlights from the US Army’s 2025 conference in Washington
The Army continues to transform, with efforts focused on next-gen weaponry, long-range artillery, unmanned systems and much more.
Unmanned
Pentagon stages first ‘Top Drone’ school for operators to hone skills
Industry and military drone operators flew tethered and untethered first-person drones through a course designed to test endurance and maneuverability.
House Bill Would Halt US Army, Marine Drawdowns
US House Bill Would Halt Army, Marine Drawdowns By Joe Gould and Jen Judson WASHINGTON — A US lawmaker on the House Armed Services Committee plans to introduce legislation to stop ongoing drawdowns for the Army and Marine Corps, potentially addin
F-35 Chief Lays Out Biggest Development Risks
The general in charge of the F-35 program laid out the biggest risks ahead in development of the fifth-generation jet
Saab's Defense Contracts, International Orders Grew 2015 Sales
Saab Group’s strong growth in sales in 2015 was primarily driven by several major international orders buoyed by a steady flow of significant homegrown defense contracts.
UK Increases Maritime Aid as NATO Pledges More Forces to East
The UK will double its sea component for the alliance.
US-Israel Drill Reduces Boots on Ground, Expands Simulation
Extensive simulations rather than boots on the ground will characterize this year’s Israel-US Juniper Cobra exercise.
US Air Force Updates Long Range Strike-Bomber Cost Estimate
The US Air Force updated the cost estimate for the Long Range Strike-Bomber, reflecting a reduction in funding
BAE Secures Successor Missile Submarine Design Contract
Design of a new fleet of Royal Navy nuclear missile-carrying submarines has taken a further step forward.
Ukrainian Defense Cooperation Push With Pakistan Unrealistic
Ukraine's efforts to increase its defense relationship with Pakistan are unlikely to succeed due to the turmoil in that country and Pakistan's growing relationship with Ukraine's nemesis Russia.
RTD Focuses on Middle East for Vehicle Export Deals
Renault Trucks Defense saw a buoyant year of exports in 2015 and expects deals with Kuwait and Egypt to further boost sales of light-armored vehicles and troop carriers in 2016, chairman Emmanuel Levarcher said.
