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@Gabriel64869839 We have an article from @AlexLuck9 on this very subject - well, the technical aspects: https://t.co/RLMGWxsgwJ There is a lot to be addressed.

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@Textron has demonstrated a maritime recce-strike loop with its Tsunami USV and Aerosonde UAV.

https://t.co/oEheSwayu1

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The @Lithuanian_MoD is set to procure up to 936 CAVS from Patria to replace its M113s. A good move, and dramatic increase for the CAVS programme - taking it close to a potential 3,000 vehicles. https://t.co/19aD5TtVY8

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This image shows an important milestone for the UK's F-35 capability.

Let us know in the comments if you know what it is, and if you have any thoughts on this programme.

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France's race for an M270 MLRS replacement is gathering speed.

The Thales X-Fire has carried out its first test firing, a few weeks after the FLP-T 150 missile from the Thales effort was fired. https://t.co/ttQaemheid

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One company that seems to be following a buy and build strategy is Red Cat. It recently complete the acquisition of Quaze Technologies, which has developed a range of wireless charging systems for drones. https://t.co/yjqmp1jJBh

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Two systems here; on the left is Dune, a vehicle-mounted counter-drone system brought together by AimLock and FN America. The Hopper lightweight RWS from SMARTSHOOTER on the right. Both use AI-enabled targeting to shoot drones. Is this the future for mobile forces?

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Calibre spoke with MPG to learn more about the company's RFML SIGINT capability.

This should be a topic near the top of your list. Good quality SIGINT combined with AI is one area where forces could start to gain an edge over adversaries.
https://t.co/EnoKnZnqEE

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@ModernNavy @DefenceHQ Thanks for sharing! Always good to celebrate successes for British businesses.

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You can read about the project and its complexities here: https://t.co/xeZvc6iolw

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Four companies have been down selected under Project NYX, the British Army's effort to develop an autonomous wingman for the AH-64E Apache.

The goal is increased survivability and lethality for the platform, which it is hoped the wingman drones will provide.

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The contenders are:

- Thales working with Schiebel

- Anduril Industries bringing a large team of companies including Flare Bright Ltd. Isembard, and Archer Aviation.

- BAE Systems and Certo Aerospace Ltd

- And TEKEVER.

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@CorporalFrisk 😀how would you describe it these days? Also, they're building them again...and in the UK. So maybe it's still modern?

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@MonkehPutler Yup, but this time...it will be different. And if not, they are ramping up M777 production anyway, so it'll be fine 😅

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What do these howitzers have in common?

Well, apart from the automation and long barrels, they are all entering into the US Army's Mobile Tactical Cannon project.

The goal is to replace the venerable M777A2 in Stryker Brigade Combat Teams with something that can keep up.

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@DarrenWoodward They have ordered some barrels, which is something: https://t.co/L5zl4VBmYX

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@BoarkD_Redleg There seems to be an option for the RCH155 gun module on a 10x10 Piranha, which would be the closest match the Strykers it has to support. There is also Caesar Mk 2 - all interesting options, but all different!

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@CostaLefty65147 I have just realised a notable omission, which is the Caesar Mk 2, the smallest of the lot I believe.

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If you'd like to read up on this development, head over to Calibre Defence to check out the article, which looks at the system's export prospects in Europe.

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These are concept images of the FLP-t 150, France's new "ballistic munition", and the X-Fire rocket launcher. Both are part of an effort to replace the M270 MLRS.

The FLP-t 150 (needs a catchier name) has a range exceeding 150 km with an apogee in the tens of km. It can also manoeuvre in its terminal phase, but no details were provided on its guidance.

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Decisions are expected later this year, with a contract in 2027. But, this isn't the first turn of the handle for the US Army. Let's see how things go!