The United States has dominated the global arms trade for decades. In the past five years, its exports have surged, reinforcing its position at the top. But the ground is shifting. What are the trends, who are the key players,
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In response to escalating geopolitical tensions and a shifting global security landscape, the European Union (EU) has unveiled an ambitious plan to bolster its defence capabilities. Dubbed the “ReArm Europe” initiative, this strategy aims to mobilize up to €800 billion
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Following the 2024 Nordic Defence Cooperation Agreement, Finland, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden are tightening their alliance with a technical pact to standardise ammunition certification. The goal is to simplify joint procurement and ensure seamless interoperability across the Nordic NATO members.
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Hypervelocity, as defined by the U.S. Army, refers to a projectile leaving the muzzle of an artillery weapon at over 3,500 ft/s (1,067 m/s) or a tank cannon at more than 3,350 ft/s (1,021 m/s). It’s important to note this
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The war in Ukraine has highlighted the critical importance of extending the artillery range. The ability to shoot farther than your enemy and stay out of reach of their counter-battery fire is essential. Numerous global development programs aim to extend
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It was a long wait for Ukraine before the US Senate finally approved its 60-billion-dollar aid, including long-range ATACMS missiles. In the meanwhile, the EU and Nordic countries have already acted. The Nordics and the Balts are rapidly boosting their
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