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Egypt’s Chinese J-10CEs threaten F-16s future

14 May 2025

Just when you think the Egyptian Air Force fighter force could not get any more diverse, it has reportedly taken delivery of its first Chinese Chengdu…

Defence

Rescue ops in need of a lift

02 May 2025

The resumption of conflict in the DRC has once again brought to the fore the chronic lack of strategic airlift capability in Africa.

Defence

Robotics and autonomous unmanned systems transform the defence industry

29 April 2025

Jeff Massimilla, vice president of global engineering, design and technology from General Dynamics Land Systems, highlighted the growing importance of…

Defence

Embraer and Denel agree on KC-390 Millennium cooperation

04 April 2025

Embraer and South Africa’s Denel have signed an MoU outlining the framework for a potential future collaboration on the KC-390 Millennium aircraft.

Defence

Bahrain check

31 March 2025

Alan Warnes reviews the new aircraft that the RBAF was showing off at the show in November as well as the no-show Lockheed Martin Block 70 F-16s.

Defence

ME & US: The United Front

21 March 2025

Alan Warnes discusses with USAF commanders the role the US Air Force plays in helping to defend its allies in the Middle East.

Defence

Edge's guided mission

14 March 2025

Abu Dhabi based Edge celebrated its fifth anniversary last November, five years that have seen an impressive rise in sales performance. Now the…

Defence

First Apache batch for Morocco arrives in country

10 March 2025

The first batch of six AH-64E Apache attack helicopters for the Royal Moroccan Air Force (RMAF) has been handed over at the 1st Air Base in Salé as…

Defence

BIRD Aerosystems to supply its AMPS to an additional African Air Force

10 March 2025

BIRD Aerosystems, a provider in defence technology, has secured a contract to supply its Airborne Missile Protection System to an additional African…

Defence

Babcock's 39 steps to Africa

05 March 2025

Babcock is a renowned name in the world of military flying training, with major contracts both in France and the UK. Now the international defence and…

Defence

Sudanese military aircraft crash kills 46 passengers

28 February 2025

At least 46 people were killed, and 10 others were injured yesterday after a Sudanese military plane crashed while attempting to take off.

Defence

More Nigerian Air Force acquisitions

24 February 2025

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) is continuing to modernise, with its Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar currently studying several…

Events

IDEX Show 2025 - Day 1, 2, 3 & 4

24 February 2025

Highlights from the IDEX 2025 show. View all four digital editions below.

Events

IDEX: EDGE finishes show with US$ 2.9 Billion in new sales

21 February 2025

EDGE has ended its participation at the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX) 2025, with an impressive new sales tally of US$ 2.9 Billion.

Events

IDEX 2025: Highlights from the defence industry at Abu Dhabi spectacular

21 February 2025

The 2025 edition of the collocated IDEX and NAVDEX event draws to a close, reporting record numbers and a tale of great success for host Abu Dhabi,…

Events

Spotlight: Frequentis focuses on interoperability

21 February 2025

TATV Spotlight puts the focus on voice communications control system market leader Frequentis in this interview at IDEX 2025 with the company’s Usama…

Events

SPOTLIGHT: How Rafael's R&D process brings value

21 February 2025

TATV speaks to Yoav Tourgeman, the CEO of Israel’s Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, who discusses the Israeli firm’s work in the multi-layered air…

Events

IDEX: Bombardier’s very special mission jets

21 February 2025

Over the last decade or so, the Bombardier Global Express – both the 6000 and more recently the 6500 series – have become the customer’s platform of…

Events

IDEX: Calidus producing more B-250 prototypes

21 February 2025

Calidus now has three more B-250 prototypes being built at its Abu Dhabi facility, earmarked for development and certification of the type.

Defence

IDEX 2025 - Day 4

20 February 2025

Day 4 of SHOW BUSINESS highlights UAE-made unmanned ground vehicles turning heads at IDEX. Read all the news from Day 4 here.

Events

IDEX: Aura Aero establishes defence-focused subsidiary

19 February 2025

Aura Aero has unveiled ‘M’, a new defence-focused subsidiary based in Abu Dhabi.

Events

IDEX: Bharat Forge eyes export market for artillery systems

19 February 2025

India-based Kalyani Strategic Systems Ltd or KSSL is looking for export markets for its newly-launched MArG 155mm/45 calibre mounted gun system.

Events

IDEX: Nothing off about this GTF MRO deal

19 February 2025

It’s not often that offset deals make headlines of their own, but an agreement signed between UAE organisations, Raytheon and engine manufacturer…

Events

IDEX: Turkey’s Kaan maybe can

19 February 2025

It will be exactly a year on February 21 that the fifth-gen Kaan fighter prototype made its first flight.

Events

IDEX: Sinyar’s evolution from jet to drone

19 February 2025

Edge is exhibiting the Sinyar LAR3P unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) -a product of the company’s joint venture with Flaris.

Events

IDEX: Firefighting helos turn up the heat

19 February 2025

Two firefighting helicopters are on display at the Adnec Marina showing off their credentials in tackling high-rise building fires in the UAE.

Events

IDEX: Upgraded Russian ‘through and through’ VIP Mi-38 on display

19 February 2025

One of the latest helicopters to be launched by Russian Helicopters, is the Kazan-designed Mi-38-2, which made its first appearance in the region at…

Defence

IDEX 2025 - Day 3

19 February 2025

The IDEX Day 3 edition of SHOW BUSINESS led with the possibility of UAE-based firms taking on A400M airlifter work. Read all the news from Day 3.

Events

Looking forward to World Defense Show 2026

18 February 2025

Saudi Arabia’s World Defense Show is one of the fasting growing defence events in the world.

Events

Leonardo DRS looks to MENA growth

18 February 2025

Bill Guyan, Leonardo DRS president of international business, explains the importance of the Middle East to the company’s growth ambitions as it…

Events

IDEX: What is Airbus’ strategy in the UAE?

18 February 2025

Jean-Brice Dumont, head of air power at Airbus Defence and Space explains the company’s strategy in the UAE, the role of the C295, potential of the…

Events

IDEX: Embraer hopes C-390 will become hot property

18 February 2025

Embraer is confident that the European and Far East sales success of its C-390 Millennium multi-mission transport aircraft will soon be replicated in…

Events

IDEX: Is Edge’s Jeniah UCAV right for Rafale?

18 February 2025

Manned-Unmanned (M-UM) operations is an aspiration for increasing numbers of air forces.

Defence

IDEX 2025 - Day 2

18 February 2025

The launch of Powertech, is the lead story in the second issue of SHOW BUSINESS at IDEX. Read all the news for Day 2.

Events

IDEX: Could Morocco be the first in MENA race for the F-35

17 February 2025

For years Gulf militaries have expressed interest in the Lockheed Martin F-35 joint strike fighter aircraft.

Events

IDEX: Russia showcases T-90MS tank

17 February 2025

Russia’s defence export organisation, Rosoboronexport is showing a record number of products at IDEX.

Events

IDEX: Lockheed Martin exec wants easier second sourcing approvals

17 February 2025

Recent supply chain disruptions, coupled with increased demand, are driving a need for more overseas production and sourcing.

Events

IDEX: Conference focuses on supply chain disruption

17 February 2025

Disruptions to global supply lines are nothing new. They have been around throughout the 20th century and the post 9/11 era.

Events

IDEX: UCAVS are now becoming ship-shape

17 February 2025

A new class of warship, housing potentially dozens of uncrewed aerial vehicles, is about to make its presence felt in several regions of the world.

Defence

IDEX: EDGE reveals its line-up of all-domain defence and tech solutions

17 February 2025

EDGE is unveiling 46 new systems and solutions across its all-domain portfolio IDEX and NAVDEX 2025.

Defence

IDEX 2025 - Day 1

17 February 2025

The 2025 editions of IDEX and NAVDEX in the United Arab Emirates opened with a splash. Read all the news from Day 1.

Events

IDEX and NAVDEX opens in Abu Dhabi

16 February 2025

The 17th edition of IDEX and  the 8th edition of NAVDEX has commenced in Abu Dhabi showcasing the latest defence solutions from international…

Events

Boeing to showcase its defence solutions at IDEX 2025

13 February 2025

Boeing will present its advanced defence and security capabilities and services at the International Defense Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2025) in…

Events

BlackSky announced as Supporting Sponsor for IDEX Talks

13 February 2025

ADNEC Group has announced that BlackSky Holdings, a space-based intelligence company, will be a supporting sponsor for IDEX Talks during the…

Defence

Denel launches new missiles and UAS

12 February 2025

South African defence conglomerate Denel has announced significant developments in two of its business areas – uncrewed vehicles and air-to-air…

Events

Global attention turns to IDEX and NAVDEX next week

12 February 2025

The largest edition in the history of the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX 2025) and the Naval Defence and Maritime Security Exhibition (NAVDEX…

Defence

IDEX: Lockheed Martin to commemorate 50 years of collaboration with UAE

10 February 2025

Lockheed Martin will be marking 50 years of partnership with the UAE by spotlighting its vision for 21st Century Security at the International Defense…

Defence

Why defence sector paves the way to a new economy

09 February 2025

Saeed Al Mansouri, defence exhibitions advisor at ADNEC Group looks at how next week’s IDEX-NAVDEX defence show advances the UAE’s vision for a…

Events

Saab will highlight its capabilities at IDEX

05 February 2025

Saab will showcase its advanced defence and security solutions at IDEX from February 17-21, in Abu Dhabi.

Defence

UAE receives first F4 Rafale fighter jet from Dassault

30 January 2025

Dassault Aviation has unveiled the UAE’s first F4 Rafale fighter jet.

Events

WDS continues strategic partnership with SAMI

27 January 2025

The World Defense Show (WDS) will be held 8-12 February 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in partnership with Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI).

Defence

AMMROC strengthens its aerospace capabilities with partnership with

27 January 2025

AMMROC has signed an MoU with Marshall to collaborate in identifying synergies, expanding market reach, and enhancing service capabilities for both…

Defence

Eyes in the sky can give border controls an edge

24 January 2025

Benin and Tunisia are the latest African nations to upgrade their border and interior surveillance capabilities with new aircraft.

Events

ADNEC Group reviews preparations for IDEX and NAVDEX 2025

16 January 2025

The ADNEC Group has reviewed preparations for IDEX and NAVDEX 2025 along with diplomatic representatives and military attachés accredited to the…

Defence

Advent Marti Command and Control System integrated into TCSG-553

07 January 2025

The Advent Marti Command and Control System has been successfully integrated into the TCSG-553 aircraft of the Turkish Coast Guard Command.

Defence

International Defence Conference to Kick Off Alongside IDEX and NAVDEX

06 January 2025

The International Defence Conference (IDC) 2025 will take place on 16 February under the theme "Defence Reimagined: Innovation, Integration and…

Defence

Embraer sells four A-29 Super Tucano aircraft to customer in Africa

31 December 2024

Embraer has signed a contract for the sale of four A-29 Super Tucano light attack and advanced trainer aircraft to an undisclosed customer in Africa.…

Defence

QEAF shows its gold star quality

27 December 2024

This year the Qatar Emiri Air Force is celebrating its 50th anniversary. To spread the word of this rapidly-expanding air arm on its golden…

Defence

EDGE and Indra to design and manufacture radars in Abu Dhabi

18 December 2024

EDGE and Indra Sistemas (Indra) have established a new joint venture, PULSE, aiming to foster local capabilities for the development and manufacture…

Defence

Insitu launches UAS Center of Excellence in the UAE

13 December 2024

Insitu, a Boeing Company, has opened its new Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) Center of Excellence (COE) at Tawazun Industrial Park in Abu Dhabi, UAE.…

Defence

EDGE Group marks five years of innovation and growth

11 December 2024

EDGE Group is celebrating its emergence as a global provider of advanced technology and defence.

Defence

Botswana and Kenya get a lift

09 December 2024

Two African nations have received useful boosts to their air arms following donations of surplus equipment by the US.

Technology

Why fortifying cyber security defences is key to aviation future

24 November 2024

Three managing directors from Accenture Middle East : Ahmed Etman, MD cybersecurity practice; Radwane Saad, MD cyber strategy; and Abedalqader…

Events

Bahrain International Airshow 2024

18 November 2024

Packed halls and a buzzing chalet line, marked all three days of the 2024 Bahrain International Airshow.

Defence

Wealth and Safety

18 November 2024

The north African countries skirting the Mediterranean Sea include some of the wealthiest countries on the continent, but unfortunately all have…

Events

Bahrain International Airshow 2024 - Day 3

14 November 2024

The third issue of Show Business at the Bahrain International Airshow leads with a story on Bahrain’s Amal AlBinali.

Events

Bahrain Airshow: Saudi Hawks’ farewell flight for Mk 65

14 November 2024

BIAS 24 marks the last international air show for the BAE Systems Hawk Mk 65s of the Royal Saudi Air Force’s ‘Saudi Hawks’ display team.

Events

Bahrain Airshow: Bahrain’s allies come together

14 November 2024

A massive eight-engined Boeing B-52 ‘Buff’ is making its first ever appearance at a Middle East airshow.

Events

Bahrain International Airshow 2024 - Day 2

14 November 2024

Packed halls and a buzzing chalet line marked the first day of the Bahrain International Airshow.

Events

China presence set to grow at World Defense Show 2026

13 November 2024

The World Defense Show (WDS) 2026, to be held in Riyadh, from 8-12 February, has secured the record participation of more than 100 defence sector…

Events

Bahrain International Airshow 2024 - Day 1

12 November 2024

In the first issue of SHOW BUSINESS at the 2024 Bahrain International Airshow, our team reports from the Manama Air Power Symposium.

Defence

Emirati Mirage 2000-9E jets set for Morocco

06 November 2024

France might approve the cession of 30 Mirage 2000-9E fighter jets by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to the Royal Moroccan Air Force (RMAF). This deal…

Defence

Harnessing advanced technologies and AI for military innovation

04 November 2024

At World Defense Show 2024, Professor General Adam Finlay, an Australian special forces commander and academic, delivered a presentation on the…

Defence

Moroccan Government signs aerospace cooperation agreement with Embraer

31 October 2024

The Moroccan Government has signed an MoU with Embraer to launch potential joint projects across areas in commercial aviation, defence and urban air…

Events

EDGE strengthens its regional growth through technological excellence

31 October 2024

EDGE has made a grand debut during the Marrakech Air Show 2024. Anuradha Deenapanray Chappard reports.

Defence

Tekever enters partnership with Droneway in Morocco

30 October 2024

Tekever, a provider of unmanned aerial systems (UAS), has signed an MoU with Droneway, a distributor of civil and tactical drones in Morocco and North…

Defence

Tata Advanced Systems and Airbus inaugurate C295 Final Assembly Line

29 October 2024

Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) and Airbus have inaugurated the Final Assembly Line (FAL) complex for the Airbus C295 aircraft in Vadodara,…

Defence

Viper Shield is in Production: Priming the F-16 for Tomorrow’s Fight

28 October 2024

L3Harris’ Viper Shield—the only modern F-16 electronic warfare system currently in production—harnesses the power of software to give pilots and…

Defence

“Terrorist attack” at Turkish Aerospace Industries kills four

23 October 2024

Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) today suffered a ‘terrorist attack’ killing at least four people and injuring nine.

Defence

Calidus Aerospace signs heads of terms agreement with Havelsan

23 October 2024

UAE Defense company Calidus Aerospace has signed a heads of terms agreement with Havelsan for the sale of Ground Based Training System (GBTS) for…

Defence

Jordan trapped in the middle

21 October 2024

As a major non-NATO ally of the US, Jordan is attempting to stabilise relations with both Israel and Iran with defence capability.

Defence

Mwari delivers operational impact

04 October 2024

The first Mwari deployed in Mozambique has returned recently to Paramount’s aircraft production facility at Wonderboom Airport for its major OEM…

Defence

RTX’s Raytheon completes first AN/TPY-2 radar for Saudi Arabia

30 September 2024

Raytheon has delivered the first AN/TPY-2 radar for Saudi Arabia.

Maintenance

Dassault Aviation to create MRO subsidiary in India for its military

30 September 2024

Dassault Aviation is to create a new subsidiary, Dassault Aviation MRO India (DAMROI), dedicated exclusively to MRO of its military activities.

Defence

Kurt the king of the Hornet

30 September 2024

A former US Navy Boeing F/A-18 Hornet pilot, now flying with the Kuwait Air Force (KAF) recently passed a major flying milestone. Alan Warnes met…

Defence

Skyleader heralds Tanzania’s aviation breakthrough

18 September 2024

Tanzania has made significant strides in the aeronautical field over the past years. Its first homemade aircraft designed specifically for business…

Defence

Zambia upgrades with Enstroms

11 September 2024

The Zambian Air Force (ZAF) has commissioned two new Enstrom 480B turbine helicopters into service as it forges ahead with an upgrade of aviation…

Defence

ELT Group strengthen its presence in Saudi Arabi

09 September 2024

ELT Group has signed and MoU with the Ministry of Investment of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (MISA) and the General Authority for Military Industries…

Defence

Iraq Ministry of Defence orders 12 Airbus H225M helicopters

09 September 2024

Airbus Helicopters has been awarded a contract for 12 H225M multi-role helicopters by the Republic of Iraq.

Defence

Lockheed Martin welcomes Egypt to the C-130J Super Hercules fleet

09 September 2024

The Egyptian Armed Forces has announced that Lockheed Martin will deliver two C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical airlifters to the Egyptian Air Force…

Events

Egypt Airshow: TAI looks to consolidate

05 September 2024

Dr Mehmet Demiroğlu, the new General Manager of Turkish Aerospace Industries, is at EIAS with a mission.

Events

Egypt Airshow: Turkey’s Aselsan showing the way

05 September 2024

In recent years Turkey’s Aselsan has become one of the fastest growing companies in the world.

Events

Egypt Airshow: Flight dates for ambitious Egyptian drones

05 September 2024

Three unmanned aerial systems parked in the show’s static display perhaps fooled people to think at least two of them were from Turkey’s Baykar.

Events

Egypt International Airshow 2024 - Day 3

05 September 2024

With the final day of the first Egypt International Airshow underway today, show organisers have voted it a great success.

Events

Egypt International Airshow 2024 - Day 2

04 September 2024

The Egyptian display team, Silver Stars, turned on a superb aerial performance to delight Egypt’s President.

Events

Egypt Airshow: Produced in Egypt! Local strategy meets Korean ambitions

03 September 2024

Egypt’s State-owned Arab Organisation for Industrialisation (AOI) announced in January 2023 that an agreement had been reached for the local…

Events

Egypt Airshow: Czechs bounce in Egypt with high hopes

03 September 2024

Aero Vodochody Aerospace recently handed over the first six L-39NG jets to its first customer, the Vietnamese Air Force.

Events

Egypt International Airshow 2024 - Day 1

03 September 2024

The inaugural Egypt International Air Show opens today at El Alamein International Airport in El Dabaa, Matrouh.

Events

Bell to participate in SOFEX 2024 with RJAF Bell 505 on display

02 September 2024

Bell will attend the Special Operations Forces Exhibition and Conference (SOFEX) at World Defense Show 2024 in Jordan from 2 to 5 September.

Events

Egypt Airshow: Egypt eager for next batch of Rafales

02 September 2024

The next batch of Dassault Rafales will start being delivered in 2026, which will bring with them several niche capabilities.

Events

Egypt Airshow: Turkey’s Hurjet to make international debut

02 September 2024

The Hurjet will make its first international appearance at the Egyptian International Airshow this week.

Events

Egypt Airshow: Boeing focuses on defence and commercial capabilities

02 September 2024

Boeing will participate as a silver sponsor at the Egypt International Airshow 2024, held September 3-5 at El Alamein International Airport.

Defence

SAAF Soldiering On

14 August 2024

The South African Air Force (SAAF) has been subject to increasingly heavy budget cuts. It is therefore having to do a lot with a little, particularly…

Defence

Bell and Royal Air Force of Oman sign purchase agreement for new aircraft

12 August 2024

Bell Textron has signed a purchase agreement with the Royal Air Force of Oman (RAFO) for new aircraft. This acquisition is to develop and enhance…

General aviation

MD Helicopters signs support contract with the Saudi Arabian National Guard

08 August 2024

MD Helicopters (MDH) has signed a five-year, $19M support contract with the Saudi Arabian National Guard (SANG).

Events

Raytheon Saudi Arabia kicks off 2024 internship programme

07 August 2024

Raytheon Saudi Arabia, an RTX business, has started its 2024 internship programme, welcoming 14 Saudi students from ten leading universities and…

Defence

What style of CAP is fit for the Kingdom?

29 July 2024

Saudi Arabia’s sixth generation fighter plans: Does Korea's KF-21 pose a threat to FCAP?

Defence

Looking to the future of combat

17 July 2024

Haitham Awinat, CEO of UAE defence conglomerate Remaya, explains the role of multi-domain operations in the future of combat .

Defence

SAMI's in the fast lane to Vision 2030

15 July 2024

Saudi Arabia’s SAMI (Saudi Arabia Military Industries), a Saudi Public Investment, created in January 2018 is expanding at quite a ferocious pace.…

Defence

Saudi Arabia orders four A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport aircraft

10 July 2024

Saudi Arabia has ordered four additional Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft for the Royal Saudi Arabia Air Force (RSAF).

Defence

Kuwait receives last of 30 Caracal Helicopters to its fleet

05 July 2024

Kuwait has received two Caracal helicopters - the last batch of 30 aircraft Kuwait had contracted with Airbus Helicopters in August 2016.

Defence

Raytheon continues Middle East roll- of MS-110

03 July 2024

Raytheon, an RTX business, has been awarded a major reconnaissance system upgrade contract for an air force customer in the Middle East region.

Defence

GlobalData: Turkish defence industry offers promise for export potential

01 July 2024

Türkiye’s growing domestic defence industry is seeking to expand into a growing export market.

Defence

At the cutting Edge of talent

26 June 2024

The UAE’s fast-growing defence technology conglomerate Edge Group has a new leader in Hamad Al Marar, but its vision and mission are undisturbed.

Events

World Defense Show 2026 sees 50 percent sold, 20 months before event

19 June 2024

The World Defense Show 2026 has registered early demand from international exhibitors, with floorspace for the event already 50 percent sold.

Defence

UAE and India sign new defence manufacturing tie

13 June 2024

UAE defence conglomerate, Edge Group, has signed a milestone cooperation agreement with Adani Defence & Aerospace, one of India’s leading defence…

Defence

ARC Aero Systems and Life Shield to invest in UK and Saudi aerospace

13 June 2024

A UK company ARC Aero Systems has signed strategic partnership agreement (SPA) with a Saudi-based Life Shield.

Defence

Africa's military upgrades out in force

12 June 2024

New military aircraft and upgrades have been ordered or delivered to many African countries, including Tunisia, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Tanzania and…

Events

Aviation INDIA 2024 kicks-off in Delhi

12 June 2024

Leaders from across the aviation sector are gathering in New Delhi for the inaugural Aviation India Summit and Exhibition, taking place June 12-13.

Defence

Bell Textron awarded contract to supply NAF with AH-1Z Vipers

11 June 2024

The United States Naval Air Systems Command has contracted Bell Textron a $455 million contract to supply the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) with 12 AH-1Z…

Air transport

UAE Space Agency and EDCC to foster collaboration in Aerospace and Defence

29 May 2024

The UAE Space Agency and the Emirates Defense Companies Council (EDCC) have signed an MoU to collaborate on fostering business within the aerospace…

Defence

Lifeline for the SAAF?

29 May 2024

A new support contract for its Gripen fighters may prove the catalyst that kick-starts the rebuilding of South Africa's air combat capability.

Defence

Kenya's firm foundation

22 May 2024

Kenya's expanding air force is one of the most efficient and best equipped in Africa that does not rely on Russian equipment or support.

Defence

How the Bell AH-1Z Viper helicopter has evolved

20 May 2024

In creating the AH-1Z Viper platform, Bell has been pivotal for advancing military aviation technology worldwide.

Defence

Egypt goes shopping for pick and mix...

17 May 2024

Egypt is in the market for new fighters, but budgetary constraints mean that they may have to settle for a mixture of new and second-hand aircraft.

Ahmad Al Salamah , Raytheon Saudi Arabia

Defence

RTX - fostering a vibrant defense ecosystem

10 May 2024

Raytheon Saudi Arabia is an integral part of the Kingdom’s security. Ahmad Al Salamah, Managing Director, provides more insight.

Business and finance

Paramount and Ichikowitz win case against media for false reporting

08 May 2024

The Press Council of South Africa ruled that ‘Die Vrye Weekblad’, a South African online publication, breached various clauses of the Press Code that…

Technology

EDGE acquires CONDOR to boost capabilities in public security

01 May 2024

EDGE has acquired 51% of Brazil-based CONDOR Non-Lethal Technologies, a leader in Non-Lethal Technologies (NLT).

Defence

Saab delivers GlobalEye to the UAE

30 April 2024

Saab has delivered its fourth GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft to the UAE.

Defence

RTX’s Pratt & Whitney awarded F100 engine maintenance contract for Saudi

29 April 2024

Pratt and Whitney has been awarded an F100 engine contract for a material management programme by Saudi Arabia’s Middle East Propulsion Company…

Events

Africa Airforce Forum to celebrate Nigerian Air Force’s 60th Anniversary

26 April 2024

The Nigerian Air Force will host the Africa Airforce Forum event from May 23-25, 2024, in Abuja and Kaduna.

Defence

MARSS to deliver integrated logistic support for Middle East client

23 April 2024

MARSS has signed a multi-year contract in excess of $70M to deliver an integrated logistic support contract with a leading Middle East client.

Business and finance

Embraer sees 67% increase deliveries in 1Q24

22 April 2024

Embraer delivered 25 jets in 1Q24, an increase of 67% compared to the 15 aircraft delivered in 1Q23.

Events

World Defense Show highlights the growing role of women in defence

18 April 2024

World Defense Show 2024 welcomed the return of HRH Ambassador Reema Bandar Al Saud, Saudi Ambassador to the United States to the Future Defense…

Defence

Raytheon Saudi Arabia enters strategic partnership with GAMI

16 April 2024

Raytheon Saudi Arabia and the General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) have entered a series of strategic initiatives to strengthening Saudi…

Defence

Mwari to turbo charge DCR

02 April 2024

The Democratic Republic of Congo has ordered a number of Paramount Mwari advanced high-performance reconnaissance light aircraft (AHRLAC) – believed…

Events

Leonardo secures presence at Bahrain International Airshow for seventh year

26 March 2024

Leonardo has secured its presence at the Bahrain International Airshow for the seventh year.

Defence

Zambia and Morocco gain new helicopters

25 March 2024

While Nigeria is rearming at a formidable rate, with many new types entering service, other African air arms are also introducing new aircraft and…

Defence

Pioneering unmanned fleet in sub-Saharan Africa

20 March 2024

Nigeria is the only country in sub-Saharan Africa to operate armed unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) and to have used them in combat.

Events

MBDA joins Egypt International Airshow as Platinum Sponsor

19 March 2024

MBDA, a global provider in missiles and missile systems, has joined Egypt International Airshow (EIAS) as Platinum Sponsor.

Defence

Turkey delivers first T129 ATAK helicopters

15 March 2024

The first pair of six T129 ATAK helicopters for the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) arrived in the country on November 1, on board a Turkish Air Force A400M…

Defence

ELT Group and Qatar Armed Forces to work on strategic EMSO projects

13 March 2024

ELT Group and the Qatar Armed Forces have signed a LOI stating their common will to cooperate on strategic projects in the field of Electromagnetic…

Defence

Fortified Milkor

11 March 2024

The 380 is the largest unmanned UAV built in Africa, and could play a vital role in enhancing operational capability of the SA national defence…

Defence

F-16 Block 70 Jets set off on historic ferry flight to Bahrain

07 March 2024

Lockheed Martin has today marked a milestone with the departure of the first ferry cell of three F-16 Block 70 jets from Greenville, South Carolina,…

Defence

NAF sparkles with second pair of Diamonds

06 March 2024

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has received a second pair of Diamond DA62 surveillance aircraft, bringing the fleet to four aircraft, and joining two…

Defence

Lockheed Martin delivers shipment of PAC-3 MSEs to Bahrain

05 March 2024

Lockheed Martin has successfully delivered the first shipment of the Patriot Advanced Capability – 3 (PAC-3) Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE)…

Events

Raytheon to demonstrate defence capabilities during DIMDEX 2024

04 March 2024

Raytheon will showcase a wide range of technological capabilities at the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX…

Defence

New chair for Saudi defence business SAMI

01 March 2024

Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) has named  defence minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud as the chairman of the…

Defence

Germany stalls Saudi Typhoons

28 February 2024

Saudi Arabia has long had a requirement for another batch of Eurofighter Typhoons to augment the 72 aircraft delivered from June 2009 to June 2017.

Defence

UAE’s drones gives it the Edge

19 February 2024

Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, president of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), created Edge in 2019. Now a defence mammoth with 6,000 employees and more…

Defence

Kaan's kingdom...

14 February 2024

Previously known as the TF-X, Turkey’s new indigenous fifth-generation Kaan National Combat Aircraft (Milli Muharip Uçak, or MMU) has assumed a new…

Events

World Defense Show 2024

11 February 2024

SHOW BUSINESS journalists and photographers had an insightful time at the World Defense Show 2024. Read each day's news in English or Arabic.

Events

World Defense Show concludes with multiple deals being made

09 February 2024

World Defense Show 2024 wrapped up yesterday, achieving significant milestones including 61 orders.

Defence

Embraer and Mahindra collaborate on C-390 Millennium Medium Transport

09 February 2024

Embraer Defense & Security and Mahindra have signed a MoU with the objective of jointly fulfilling the acquisition of the C-390 Millennium…

Events

WDS: Bahrain promises 2024 airshow extravaganza

08 February 2024

Bahrain’s ruler, King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, this week inaugurated the newly introduced Bell AH1-Z Cobra attack helicopters into the Bahrain…

Events

WDS: The power and glory of flight

08 February 2024

The air display at WDS 2024 is the highlight of the show as the region’s leading manufacturers show off their best moves.

Events

WDS: Aselsan progresses airborne jamming programmes

08 February 2024

Aselsan’s Bombardier Global 6000 Hava SOJ airborne stand-off jammer programme is progressing well, a company spokesperson said at WDS

Events

WDS: Barzan plans growth with QEAF support

08 February 2024

In recent years, the world has witnessed an unparalleled rapid expansion of the Qatar Emiri Air Force (QEAF) combat air element.

Events

WDS: AutoFlight angling for eVTOL demo in KSA in 2024

08 February 2024

Before year-end, AutoFlight’s electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft will undertake a demonstration flight programme in Saudi…

Defence

Baykar Tech drone deal dents Chinese dominance

07 February 2024

Combat air is increasingly provided by a mix of traditional manned fast jets and uncrewed platforms, and Middle Eastern air forces are starting to…

Events

WDS: KSA ‘key market’ for Airbus Helicopters

07 February 2024

The head of Airbus Helicopters reaffirmed at WDS that Saudi Arabia remains a key market for the European OEM, with a strong military presence and a…

Events

WDS: Three-way dogfight for Saudi fighter order

07 February 2024

A long-standing Royal Saudi Air Force fighter requirement is now being contested by the Dassault Rafale, the Boeing F-15EX, and the Eurofighter…

Events

World Defense Show 2024 - Day 4

07 February 2024

SHOW BUSINESS sports superb imagery from the Times Aerospace Publishing photographic team. Read Day 4 in English or Arabic.

Events

WDS: Leonardo paints picture of future with Saudi MoU

06 February 2024

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Investment (MISA), the General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) and global industrial giant Leonardo have signed an…