Andrew Salerno-Garthwaite

London

Digital Editor at RUSI Journal

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US approves potential $175m sale of MK 54 Torpedoes to India

Oct 8, 2024 | naval-technology.com | Andrew Salerno-Garthwaite

The US has approved a possible sale of MK 54 MOD 0 Lightweight Torpedoes and associated equipment to India, in a deal valued at approximately $175m (Rs14.7bn), the US State Department announced on 7 October 2024. The potential sale will enhance India’s anti-submarine warfare capabilities.
BlackSky secures $6m contract expansion for geospatial intelligence

Oct 3, 2024 | airforce-technology.com | Andrew Salerno-Garthwaite

BlackSky Technology, a leading provider of real-time geospatial intelligence, announced on 1 October that it had secured a $6m contract expansion with an undisclosed international defence sector customer. This brings the customer’s total annual commitment with BlackSky to nearly $18m.
Replicator 2 drones to focus on counter UAS mission

Oct 2, 2024 | xpresschronicle.com | Andrew Salerno-Garthwaite

The US Department of Defense (DoD) officially determined the course of development for the next phase of its Replicator initiative, with Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin stating in a memo on 27 September that Replicator 2 will be a counter small uncrewed aerial system (C-sUAS) for the defence of critical military installations.
Replicator 2 drones to focus on counter UAS mission

Oct 2, 2024 | army-technology.com | Andrew Salerno-Garthwaite

The US Department of Defense (DoD) officially determined the course of development for the next phase of its Replicator initiative, with Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin stating in a memo on 27 September that Replicator 2 will be a counter small uncrewed aerial system (C-sUAS) for the defence of critical military installations.
House of Lords Ukraine report warns of major UK Defence failings

Sep 25, 2024 | army-technology.com | VMS Engage |Andrew Salerno-Garthwaite

In a newly published report, Ukraine: A Wake-Up Call, the House of Lords International Relations and Defence Committee issues a stark warning about the state of the UK’s military readiness. The report criticises NATO’s and the UK’s failure to deter Russia’s aggression, emphasising the need for urgent reform in the UK’s defence posture and spending strategy.
DARPA, DSTL and DRDC Form U.S.-U.K.-Canada AI Collaboration

Sep 25, 2024 | realcleardefense.com | Andrew Salerno-Garthwaite

DARPA, DSTL and DRDC Form U.S.-U.K.-Canada AI Collaboration The US, UK, and Canada have formed a collaboration of DARPA, DSTL and DRDC to reduce duplication of efforts in AI research. By combining their efforts in AI and cybersecurity, the U.K., U.S., and Canada aim to maintain a technological edge as geopolitical challenges grow more complex. Read Full Article »
DARPA, DSTL and DRDC form US-UK-Canada AI collaboration

Sep 24, 2024 | army-technology.com | VMS Engage |Andrew Salerno-Garthwaite

The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD), the US Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), and the Canadian Department of National Defence have formalised a trilateral collaboration to drive forward critical artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity systems, the research outfits announced on 20 September 2024. By combining their efforts in AI and cybersecurity, the UK, US, and Canada aim to maintain a technological edge as geopolitical challenges grow more complex.
Netherlands prioritises army in defence budget spending hike

Sep 19, 2024 | army-technology.com | VMS Engage |Andrew Salerno-Garthwaite

The Netherlands is set to increase its defence budget to an estimated €22bn in 2024, with plans to further raise spending to €24bn ($27bn) by 2025. This decision comes as global tensions escalate, particularly in Europe, prompting the Dutch government to reinforce its military capabilities in response to emerging threats.
Romania receives US approval to purchase its first F-35 fighter jets

Sep 17, 2024 | airforce-technology.com | Andrew Salerno-Garthwaite

Romania has secured US State Department approval for its first acquisition of F-35 fighter jets on 13 September 2024, at a cost of $7.2bn (32.2bn lei). The agreement covers 32 F-35A Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter Conventional Take Off and Landing (CTOL) aircraft and 33 Pratt & Whitney F135 engines. Romania’s geographic position and proximity to the ongoing war in Ukraine puts a strong focus on the country’s role in Eastern European security.
Austal USA wins $450m US Navy Submarine Industrial Base contract

Sep 16, 2024 | naval-technology.com | Andrew Salerno-Garthwaite

Austal Limited, the parent company of Austal USA, announced on 16 September 2024, that its American subsidiary has been awarded a contract worth approximately A$670m (US$450m) by General Dynamics Electric Boat (GDEB) to support the US Navy’s Submarine Industrial Base (SIB). The contract aims to boost Austal USA’s production capacity at its Mobile, Alabama shipyard as part of a strategic partnership to deliver key components for the US Navy’s Virginia-class and Columbia-class submarines.