US Department of Defense

Nov- 2024 -

25 November

Boeing Clinches Another $2.4B KC-46A Tanker Aircraft Deal With US Air Force

Boeing has secured a $2.4-billion contract to supply the US Air Force with 15 additional KC-46A Pegasus aerial refueling aircraft.

20 November

Americas

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin participates in a joint press conference during the AUKUS Defense Ministerial Meeting with Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles and British Defense Secretary Grant Shapps, in Mountain View, California

Giulia Bernacchi

AUKUS Nations to Test ‘Offensive and Defensive’ Hypersonic Technologies

The US has signed an agreement with Australia and the UK to collaborate on “offensive and defensive” hypersonic technologies.

Oct- 2024 -

29 October

Americas

BAE Systems' collaboration with Aerospike will advance the development of data mesh solutions that would maximize the utility of the Army’s Unified Network, Army Data Platform, and other data-centric mission requirements.

Christine Casimiro

BAE Systems, Aerospike to Advance Real-Time Data Capabilities for US DoD

California-based Aerospike has joined BAE Systems’ Mission Advantage technology partnership to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making capabilities for the US Army.

21 October

Sea

Joe Saballa

US Army’s Watercraft Fleet Readiness Falls Below 40%: GAO

The US Army has struggled to maintain its watercraft fleet readiness, with fewer than 40 percent of vessels capable of performing missions in 2024.

8 October

Commentary

Aaron Pluto

It’s Time for the US Military to Prioritize Spectrum Policy

While safeguarding naval and air fleets is undeniably critical, the nature of modern warfare demands a shift in the Pentagon’s approach to electromagnetic warfare.

4 October

Americas

Christine Casimiro

Pentagon Calls for Low-Cost Ground-Launched Drones

The US Department of Defense is seeking commercial vendors who can provide low-cost unmanned aerial systems (UAS) that can be employed at scale.

1 October

Drones - Latest News, Features & Expert Opinion

Joe Saballa

After Low-Cost Drones, Pentagon Shifts Focus to C-UAS in Replicator 2

The US Department of Defense formally launched the second phase of its high-profile Replicator program, focusing on counter-drone systems.

Sep- 2024 -

26 September

Americas

Joe Saballa

US Army Employs AI to Refine Recruitment Process

The US Army is now using an artificial intelligence tool to enhance its recruitment process and streamline bureaucratic procedures.

25 September

Americas

Joe Saballa

US Army Picks Rheinmetall, HDT for Small Robotic Transport Vehicle Program

The US Army has selected Rheinmetall and HDT Expeditionary Systems for the final phase of its Small Multipurpose Equipment Transport Increment II program.

24 September

Americas