Ground forces (page 3)

Production of M777 howitzers is about to resume

Production of M777 howitzers is about to resume

The U.S. Army has awarded BAE Systems Inc. a contract for the production of the main designs of the 155 mm M777 ultra-lightweight towed howitzers. The contract paves the way for…

07. 01. 2024
Only the stressful environment will show the qualities of each individual, says Colonel Vybíhal, Commander of the Multinational Battle Group Slovakia

Only the stressful environment will show the qualities of each individual, says Colonel Vybíhal, Commander of the Multinational Battle Group Slovakia

The Czech Army is in command of the Multinational Battle Group Slovakia (MN BG SVK), which was established in spring 2022 as part of the effort to strengthen NATO's…

26. 12. 2023
Russia to relaunch production of the Soviet era T-80 tank – Ukraine intends to focus on BM Oplot

Russia to relaunch production of the Soviet era T-80 tank – Ukraine intends to focus on BM Oplot

In recent years, much has been made of the T-14 Armata, the latest Russian tank, described as technologically far ahead of its Western counterparts. However, according to the…

25. 12. 2023
Breakthrough for Skyranger 30 air defence system

Breakthrough for Skyranger 30 air defence system

The Düsseldorf-based tech enterprise Rheinmetall has scored a significant success in marketing its new Skyranger 30 air defence system as part of the European Sky Shield…

21. 12. 2023
Panther ready to pounce – Rheinmetall signs development contract with Hungary for next generation tank

Panther ready to pounce – Rheinmetall signs development contract with Hungary for next generation tank

The Hungarian government has joined forces with Rheinmetall to develop the Panther KF51 through to production maturity. A contract to this effect has now been signed…

17. 12. 2023
Loitering munitions are not losing their relevance on the modern battlefield

Loitering munitions are not losing their relevance on the modern battlefield

Loitering munitions or kamikaze drones play a significant role on the Ukrainian battlefield, as evidenced in particular by the Russian upgrade of the widely used…

11. 12. 2023
KNDS France promotes the Franco German EMBT in Egypt. „Leo-Leclerc“ could replace the Abrams and the T-62

KNDS France promotes the Franco German EMBT in Egypt. „Leo-Leclerc“ could replace the Abrams and the T-62

Although it has been promoting its new Panther KF51 battle tank for over a year now, the German Rheinmetall group has made no appearance at the EDEX 23 arms fair, which has…

08. 12. 2023
The importance of securing Europe's air and missile defence with its own assets is growing

The importance of securing Europe's air and missile defence with its own assets is growing

Air and missile defence is one of the key elements of today's battlefield. This is confirmed by the war in Ukraine and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, for which the…

28. 11. 2023
Rheinmetall to supply Ukraine with over 30 Leopard 1 Systems on behalf of German Government

Rheinmetall to supply Ukraine with over 30 Leopard 1 Systems on behalf of German Government

In a significant move to support Ukraine's military capabilities, the German defense contractor Rheinmetall has been awarded a contract to supply over 30 Leopard…

20. 11. 2023
European Ammunition Makers Refute Blame for Missed Ukraine Ammo Target

European Ammunition Makers Refute Blame for Missed Ukraine Ammo Target

In a recent development, the Aerospace, Security and Defence Industries Association of Europe, a leading industry group, has strongly refuted claims by European Union officials…

19. 11. 2023
Capabilities of the most famous tanks of the early 21st century: Abrams, Leopard, Leclerc and their counterparts

Capabilities of the most famous tanks of the early 21st century: Abrams, Leopard, Leclerc and their counterparts

Since they first appeared on the front in September 1916 during the First World War, tank technology has greatly evolved. The Main Battle Tanks used by today's armies are imposing…

17. 11. 2023
MSPO 2023: Mesko's Ambitious Expansion in Anti-Air Defense

MSPO 2023: Mesko's Ambitious Expansion in Anti-Air Defense

In the rapidly evolving world of defense technology, Mesko, a prominent member of the Polish Armament Group (PGZ), is making significant strides with its flagship product, the…

07. 11. 2023