Stéphanε γvelines

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[Stéphanε γvelines @StephanVelines]

Propose a partnership to 🇩🇰 for FDI XL (~9m stretch of the current FDI design) with section manufacturing or FAL in 🇩🇰. This would also integrate 🇩🇰 firmly in the Aster (& MdCN?) ecosystem.

Buying the „XL“ version would also be beneficial for 🇫🇷 and extend the vessels autonomy.

[Hans Tino Hansen @HthHans]

New Danish frigates should be built in Denmark according to an Op-ed by Danske Maritime.

Strong industrial & political interests are favouring newbuildings at Danish shipyards, which seems to be ignored by eg Babcock, Naval Group and international media.
https://t.co/hbdY0w2Bxs

[Stéphanε γvelines @StephanVelines]

@Bjoern__M The F5 standard will feature a new radar, countermeasures, optronics, engines, electronics, extended collaborative combat abilities, AI assistance and weapons (…) F5 std. availability starting 2033.

Starting 6:10

/end

https://t.co/KQwfk2VdZ2

[Stéphanε γvelines @StephanVelines]

@Bjoern__M Not the entire picture, had 🇫🇷 decided not to delay these procurements, the received Rafale would have been received in F4.2 standard.

Instead 🇫🇷 will now get these delayed batches in the more advanced F5 standard instead of paying double for retrofitting F4.2 ones later.

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[Stéphanε γvelines @StephanVelines]

@MalotteMartin @WarshipCam In the worst case, is it easier to produce more Aster missiles or to upgrade a frigate to fit additional cells.

If threat levels are low, a partial missile load (e.g. 48/64) may be an acceptable risk.

Even though low intensity theatres like the Red Sea might suggest otherwise.

[Stéphanε γvelines @StephanVelines]

@kreafka @Leopard24theWin @AlexLuck9 https://t.co/9NjF1QI1TN

At 8:25 Trappier talks to a FAZ journalist during Dassault’s Q2 FAQ.

When asked about cooperation with Airbus DS he’s clearly saying 50:50 « cinquante - cinquante » and not about 55% « cinquante-cinq » (9:18).

[Stéphanε γvelines @StephanVelines]

@j_2ross For Europe, a renewed involvement in Aspides (EUNAVFOR) could be a desirable and achievable objective.

It should secure purely European shipping and shipping interest from Iran proxy attacks that can be expanded to NATO or local allies if they make contributions.

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[Stéphanε γvelines @StephanVelines]

@j_2ross The 🇺🇸 effectively failed to coordinate limited operations like:
• controlling arms supplies to Huthi or manufacturing by Huthi rebels
• limited mine clearance
• local air defence or ground surveillance operations
• coordinating allied convoy protection in the Red Sea.

(2/3)

[Stéphanε γvelines @StephanVelines]

@magictouch190 Would be a cool platform to carry twin AASM 1000 « Hammer » precision munitions.

[Basha باشا @BashaReport]

The Houthis are gearing up for potential anti ship missile launches, releasing footage that appears to show their Asef anti-ship ballistic missile (ASBM) as they continue to threaten commercial shipping linked to Saudi Arabia.

The missile shown is estimated to be around 10 meters long and is distinguished by its prominent tail fins. Its design closely resembles Iran's Khalij Fars, an anti-ship variant of the Fateh 110 and Fateh 313 family of ballistic missiles.

The Asef ASBM is reported to have a range of up to 500 kilometers, or about 270 nautical miles, and is designed to strike moving maritime targets. It is also believed to carry a warhead weighing around 380 kilograms, although some sources suggest it may be capable of carrying a larger payload.

[Stéphanε γvelines @StephanVelines]

@fufufavance @AlexHollings52 How we have a picture of what is used ⬇️

[Basha باشا @BashaReport]

The Houthis are gearing up for potential anti ship missile launches, releasing footage that appears to show their Asef anti-ship ballistic missile (ASBM) as they continue to threaten commercial shipping linked to Saudi Arabia.

The missile shown is estimated to be around 10 meters long and is distinguished by its prominent tail fins. Its design closely resembles Iran's Khalij Fars, an anti-ship variant of the Fateh 110 and Fateh 313 family of ballistic missiles.

The Asef ASBM is reported to have a range of up to 500 kilometers, or about 270 nautical miles, and is designed to strike moving maritime targets. It is also believed to carry a warhead weighing around 380 kilograms, although some sources suggest it may be capable of carrying a larger payload.

[Stéphanε γvelines @StephanVelines]

@fufufavance @AlexHollings52 Indeed, I might have gotten it wrong. Thanks for the heads-up.

[French Aid to Europe 🇨🇵 🇪🇺 @aidefranceukr]

🚨 The prototypes will undergo testing in Ukraine in order to receive the “combat-proven” label, before the French Army receives the first system.

Via an anonymous source.

[Tom Antonov @Tom_Antonov]

Impressive footage of 5 @SecCivileFrance Canadair CL-415 water bombers taking turns scooping water from Lake Sainte-Croix 🇫🇷 before heading out to battle the numerous wildfires raging across southern France this summer.
📸 by Cyril Talbot / FB

[Stéphanε γvelines @StephanVelines]

@JP_Grumbach Enfin un projet où l’Allemagne pourrait être leader et ne serait pas sollicité uniquement pour le contribuer financièrement.

Et pour nos amis Airbus DS en Espagne, j’ai entendu dire qu’il y a peut-être le besoin de fabriquer une aile droite quelque part.

[Géraldine Woessner @GeWoessner]

Énergies renouvelables : la facture publique dépassera 18 milliards d’euros en 2026 et 2027 -
La facture nette des soutiens publics à l'électricité renouvelable atteint 56,6 milliards d’euros entre 2003 et 2025. Elle approchera 74,8 milliards à la fin de 2027, selon les prévisions de la CRE. ⤵️
https://t.co/BURShL5I8v
via @LePoint

[Stéphanε γvelines @StephanVelines]

@XaverMaerz @ClaireMartel47 Who was providing aerial refuelling for 🇩🇰 in order to generate sorties over 🇬🇱 when 🇺🇸 pressure for a hostile takeover of danish sovereign land was at its highest?

[French Trackers & Spotters 🇫🇷 📡 @FrenchTrackers]

🇫🇷🇩🇰🇬🇱 Nouveau convoyage de F-35 danois, en direction du Groenland, encore assuré par un A330 MRTT 🇫🇷
Comme l'avait précisé @EISNspotter, le Challenger 600 assure un accompagnement SAR (Search And Rescue) en cas d'éjection.

[Air-Power | NatSec Ledger @NatSecLedger]

"Raytheon is preparing a rapid production restart for the MALD decoy..Raytheon has spent the past two years strengthening MALD through internally funded research and development to improve its reliability, qualify airframes made with additive manufacturing and develop new payloads for a wider range of missions. Raytheon’s production line for MALD remains warm, meaning all major tooling and test equipment is ready for use." ~ RTX

[Stéphanε γvelines @StephanVelines]

@zonemilitaire Avec le même nombre d’aéronefs, le même nombre de pilotes, d’équipes de maintenance, le même nombre de ravitailleurs et le quasiment même materiel de soutien...

Quand au soutien des pays qui bénéficient de ces engagements… peut faire mieux…