Tag: international defence analysis

Kalashnikov Fulfills 3-Year AK-12 Rifle Contract for Russian Military

Kalashnikov Fulfills 3-Year AK-12 Rifle Contract for Russian Military. This was the biggest long-term purchase of small arms by Russia’s military. The contract underscores the Russian military’s ongoing shift towards the upgraded AK-12 as its primary assault rifle, replacing the older AK-74M models. Massive AK-12 Procurement Contract The contract, signed in 2021, involved the extensive […]

Poland Receives First AW-149 Helicopters

Poland recently took delivery of its first two Leonardo AW-149 multi-role helicopters out of 32 ordered for the Polish Armed Forces. The advanced helicopters will significantly expand the capabilities of Poland’s 25th Air Cavalry Brigade. Details of the AW-149 Acquisition The first AW-149s were handed over in a ceremony attended by Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister […]

Estonia Buys Otokar ARMA APC in $130M Deal

The Estonian Centre for Defence Investment (ECDI) has awarded Turkish manufacturer Otokar a major contract for ARMA 6×6 armored personnel carriers (APC). The approximately $130 million agreement will see deliveries commence in late 2024. Let’s Explore Estonia buys $130M Otokar ARMA APC Deal. Details of the ARMA 6×6 Deal The deal with Otokar covers an […]

Royal Thai Army Receives 12 More VT4 Main Battle Tanks

The Royal Thai Army recently expanded its fleet of VT4 main battle tanks, recently the Royal Thai Army Receives 12 More VT4 Main Battle Tanks. The VT4 acquisition highlights ongoing collaboration between China and Thailand while boosting Thailand’s armored capabilities. Strengthening 6th Cavalry Battalion A ceremony marked the 6th Cavalry Battalion’s reception of the new […]

Italian Air Force Completes Meteor Missile Testing

The Italian Air Force Completes Meteor beyond visual range air-to-air Missile Testing on it’s Euro Fighter Typhoon. The evaluations verified the Meteor’s integration and capabilities on Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft, demonstrating Italy’s continued advancement of its aerospace technologies. Verifying Meteor Viability The Operational Testing and Evaluation (OT&E) campaign aimed to assess the viability of the Meteor […]