Russian Soldiers Go Native For Arctic Ops Using Reindeer And Dogsleds
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Russia has big designs on the Arctic. Its forces have been very active in the inhospitable region over the last few years, showing off their high-tech gear and ability to deploy rapidly to the harsh environment. Now it appears they are also preparing to operate on the other end of the spectrum, taking up local […]
Ukrainian armored vehicles «Dozor» will appear on the frontline
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Armored vehicle “Dozor” is already produced in lots by Lviv Armored Plant. This was announced by Deputy Director General for Development Arthur Heruvimov during the meeting with military attaches from 24 countries, visiting one of UKROBORONPROM’s flagships SE “Lviv Armored Plant”. Oleg Synyutka, the Head of Lviv Regional State Administration, stressed the importance of cooperation […]
First Investment Forum on Defense Industry of Ukraine to be held in Kyiv
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“Ukrainian Defense & Security Forum ‘16” will be held on February 18, 2016 in InterContinantal Kyiv hotel under the patronage of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine and State Concern “UKROBORONPROM”. Forum will become the first and the largest global platform in Ukraine focusing on investment opportunities of local defense and security market bringing together […]
Independent : Ukraine plans to send troops to Syria
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Ukraine has drawn up plans for a potential military contribution to the fight against Isis in Syria in a move that could also pit its troops against Russian forces in the Middle East. reported Independent.co.uk. An options paper drawn up by Ukraine’s defence ministry is to be discussed this week during a visit by US […]
Kenya to buy Chinese VN-4 multi-role light armoured personnel carriers
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Kenya has signed a contract to buy VN-4 multi-role light armoured personnel carriers. The VN-4 is produced in China and is manufactured by China North Industries Corporation (NORINCO). Kenya has bought about 20 armored vehicles to equip for police forces, armored troops, peacekeeping and anti-terrorism. The VN-4 is a light armored vehicle that can be outfitted […]
Rheinmetall creates Europe’s leading producer of military vehicles
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Rheinmetall AG has decided to consolidate its Defence unit’s extensive military vehicle activities in a new division called “Vehicle Systems”. As a first step, Rheinmetall Landsysteme GmbH (RLS) and Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles GmbH (RMMV) have been placed under joint management effective from 1 January 2016. Ben Hudson (CEO) and Michael Wittlinger (CFO) will lead […]
Denel adds 6×6 offering to Casspir portfolio
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State-owned aerospace and defence technology group Denel has expanded the range of its recovery vehicles based on the well-known Casspir mine resistant system, responding to what it describes as “keen interest” by clients on the African continent. The latest addition to the Mechem vehicle line-up – the heavy-duty Casspir Eland recovery vehicle – is a […]
Photos of new Georgian Armored medical evacuation vehicle by Saudi Arabia
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Armored medical evacuation vehicle primary role is to insure transportation of wounded soldiers from the front line of military operations and providing first medical aid during transportation. Medical evacuation vehicle on universal 4×4 chassis is fully designed, assembled and tested by State Military Scientific-Technical Center “Delta”. The first 12 units of “Didgori” vehicles will be […]
Patria AMV vehicle selected by the United Arab Emirates
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The General Headquarters of the United Arab Emirates’ Armed Forces has ordered Patria AMV 8×8 armoured wheeled vehicles. All details of the contract are classified. “This is a magnificent extension for the ongoing, successful co-operation between the UAE Armed Forces and Patria. UAE Armed Forces have been very satisfied with their existing AMV vehicles as […]
Jordan self-propelled 105mm on a 4×4 wheeled vehicle
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The self-propelled 105mm gun is developed utilizing the 105mm towed howitzer (M102) design by King Abdullah II Design and Development Bureau (KADDB). The gun system is mounted on a 4×4 wheeled vehicle to enhance gun mobility it is intended for use by infantry, special operations forces and as artillery support for border security forces. FEATURES […]