Author name: Ben Adler

The State of Defence Tech 2025 report reveals a dynamic yet uneven landscape in European defence innovation, highlighting both strengths and critical vulnerabilities that could shape the continent’s strategic future. While Europe leads in venture cap

The recent NATO-supported REPMUS 2025 exercise in Portugal has underscored the growing importance of unmanned systems in modern warfare, offering a glimpse into the future of naval and ground combat. For three weeks, 24 nations, including Ukraine, pa

The reliability of Chinese military systems has come under intense scrutiny in recent years, with a growing body of evidence suggesting persistent performance issues that extend beyond isolated incidents. What was once dismissed as teething troubles

Silentium Defence, a leader in passive radar and advanced situational awareness technologies, has appointed Bernie White as its Head of Future Business for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. White, a former senior leader on Australia’s AUKUS submarine p

Drone technology is reshaping modern warfare, with autonomous, cost-effective, and swarming drones redefining traditional defence systems. These innovations are making military operations faster, more precise, and less reliant on human personnel, rai

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) and Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL) have forged a strategic partnership to bolster India’s Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programme, a move that underscores the growing synergy between India’s private and public defence sec

China is hosting nearly 100 young and mid-career African military officers from 40 countries, marking the latest step in Beijing’s long-term strategy to deepen defence ties across the continent. The delegation, which includes officers from Egypt, Ken

Bangladesh stands at a critical juncture in its defence and security strategy as it considers a potential agreement with Japan that could reshape its military capabilities and geopolitical alliances. Diplomatic sources confirm that if finalised, the

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh convened a critical working session with the Central Military Commission and the Ministry of National Defence to assess the progress and future direction of Vietnam’s defence industry. The meeting, held on September 27,

Brightcom Group, a tech firm with a growing presence in the defence sector, has taken a significant step forward by signing a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with US-based defence manufacturer CQT Weapon Systems. This partnership signals