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The Indian Army is preparing to significantly enhance its counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism capabilities in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh with the induction of new Bullet Proof Troop Carriers (BPTCs).A plan has been drawn up to procure 159 of these vehicles, with the Defence Ministry issuing a Request for Information under the Defence Acquisition Procedure 2020. Categorised under the ‘Buy Indian-IDDM’ framework, the project will rely on indigenous technology and manufacturing, ensuring domestic industry participation.The BPTCs are being designed to operate seamlessly across diverse terrains, from plains to hilly and snowy regions, and at altitudes up to 5,000 metres where conventional…

BD Navy and Marine Corps leaders said they are considering shaking up the 36-month Optimized Fleet Response plan, in lieu of a longer cycle that can accommodate two deployments Source link

WASHINGTON — The April 10 establishment of the Marine Corps’ portfolio acquisition executive will “put jet fuel” on the service’s Project Dynamis series, leading to actual acquisition decisions, according to the project’s director. “We’re in this really cool situation where we have some key leaders in place that are big idea folks, they set culture to change things, they set culture to collaborate, guys like … PAE Marine Corps … which is, for Project Dynamis, is like literally, a gift just dropped from the sky,” Col. Arlon Smith said in an interview at the Modern Day Marine expo. “Because a…

Italy’s largest warship manufacturer, Fincantieri, is looking to deepen its engagement with India, identifying significant opportunities for collaboration in naval platforms and advanced maritime technologies, reported Manu Pubby of ET Defence.The company’s top executive has emphasised that combining India’s manufacturing expertise with Fincantieri’s technological strengths could yield competitive solutions for both regional and global markets.Fincantieri already has a footprint in India, having secured a ₹2,000 crore contract last year through its subsidiary WASS for the supply of heavyweight torpedoes.The company regards India as a natural partner for long-term industrial and technological cooperation, with ambitions to expand into next-generation vessels and…

Defence Blog The United States Army has delivered its first Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV) equipped with a 30mm cannon to the 1st Cavalry Division Source link

JERUSALEM — The Israeli Ministry of Defense and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems delivered the first batch of Tamir interceptors to the United States Marine Corps, a major step forward for the Marine’s Medium Range Intercept Capability (MRIC) program.    The delivery, announced Thursday, was made by the Israel Missile Defense Organization (IMDO) and Rafael, a statement from the company noted. The announcement was tied to the Modern Day Marine event which took place in Washington this week.  “This initial delivery supports the force-build-up of the first operational MRIC platoon, marking an important milestone in the establishment of a new, mobile air defense capability…

India has issued a firm warning to Italy that defence technology must not be shared with Pakistan, citing its support for terrorism, reported Manu Pubby of ET Defence.This message was delivered during a bilateral meeting between Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his Italian counterpart Guido Crosetto, where both sides explored avenues for defence industrial cooperation.Italy indicated its willingness to co-develop next-generation weapon systems exclusively with Indian partners. The meeting also covered regional and global issues, including the situation in West Asia.Sources revealed that India flagged past instances of Italian defence supplies to Pakistan. Italian firms have previously provided platforms, components…

Riley Ceder, Navy T. “I won’t say how many of the ARG-MEUs our combat commanders asked for, but it is well north of three” Source link

[Sponsored] Red Cat, well known for its aerial drones, has launched Blue Ops, a new company to mass produce USVs. Source link

The Pakistan Navy (PN) commissioned the lead Hangor-class air-independent propulsion (AIP)-equipped submarine, PNS/M Hangor, at a ceremony in Sanya, China. President Asif Ali Zardari attended the event as chief guest, alongside Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Naveed Ashraf. The commissioning caps a program that has been over a decade in the making – one that survived supplier disruptions, pandemic-driven delays, and a forced engine switch – to deliver what the PN regards as the centrepiece of its subsurface modernization. With seven more boats to follow, the Hangor-class will nearly quadruple the PN’s AIP-equipped submarine fleet from three to…