Rojoef Manuel

United States

News Writer at The Defense Post

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Articles

Italian Navy Accepts Ninth FREMM Warship From Fincantieri, Leonardo

1 week ago | thedefensepost.com | Rojoef Manuel

Fincantieri and Leonardo’s Orizzonte Sistemi Navali joint venture has delivered the ninth European multi-purpose frigate (FREMM) to the Italian Navy in Muggiano. The Spartaco Schergat (F598) will be homeported in La Spezia, from which it will undertake general-purpose and anti-submarine warfare missions for a “balanced” contribution throughout all combat domains.
US Approves Rolls-Royce Engine Sale for Israeli Eitan Armored Vehicles

1 week ago | thedefensepost.com | Rojoef Manuel

The US State Department has approved the foreign military sale of engines for the Israel Defense Forces’ Eitan 8×8 armored personnel carriers. The $180-million deal covers the 8V199TE21-D power pack engines developed by Rolls-Royce and associated equipment for the fleet. It also incorporates technical assistance, engineering services, and logistics tasks to support the program.
Conti Federal Completes US Air Force F-35 Maintenance Hangar in Texas

1 week ago | thedefensepost.com | Rojoef Manuel

Conti Federal has completed the modernization of an F-35 sustainment facility at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base (NASJRB) in Fort Worth, Texas. The Maintenance Hangar Building 1643 project is a milestone for the US Air Force’s 301st Fighter Wing, which covers on-call response duty using their F-16 Fighting Falcons and the newer F-35 Lightning IIs.The deal to renovate this “critical” part of the base was secured by the company in February 2023 and is valued at $8.4 million.
UK Transfers Retired Duke Frigate to Turkey

1 week ago | thedefensepost.com | Rojoef Manuel

Turkey has procured the sixth Duke-class frigate from the UK Royal Navy following its deactivation from service. The HMS Monmouth (F235) was employed in 1993 and had exceeded its intended lifespan, making it costly to repair and overhaul for additional years of deployment. It will be recycled in Turkey as part of London’s initiative to promote sustainability over the disposal of the British military’s assets.
Saildrone Announces European Branch in Denmark

1 week ago | thedefensepost.com | Rojoef Manuel

Autonomous systems developer Saildrone has revealed it will launch a subsidiary in Denmark to provide maritime solutions for European customers. The expansion will see the American company establish a facility in Copenhagen that is expected to supply its unmanned surface systems proven for “extended durations in the world’s harshest maritime environments.”This will further support the firm’s ongoing commitment to enhance the situational awareness of allies through advanced solutions.
Czech Republic Ships Last T-72M1 Tanks to Ukraine

1 week ago | thedefensepost.com | Rojoef Manuel

The Czech Republic has transferred the last of the T-72M1 main battle tanks it had pledged to Ukraine in response to Russia’s continuing aggression. The entirety of the package included 86 systems inherited by Prague after the Cold War, with some upgraded to the T-72M4 configuration. A report from local news agency Hospodářské Noviny said the final shipment had 20 vehicles sourced from Czechia’s 73rd Tank Battalion, which now has zero tanks left in its inventory.
STM Lays Keels of Malaysian Navy Ada Warships

2 weeks ago | thedefensepost.com | Rojoef Manuel

STM has laid the keels of the Royal Malaysian Navy’s future Ada-class corvettes as part of a contract signed in 2024. Conducted in Istanbul, the event further progresses the production of Kuala Lumpur’s three-vessel program scheduled for completion by 2028. The Southeast Asian government’s incoming fleet will be designated as Littoral Mission Ships (LMS) and will deploy for anti-surface, anti-aircraft, asymmetric, and electronic warfare in open waters once commissioned.
Ukraine Greenlights Djura Armored Ambulance for Military Use

2 weeks ago | thedefensepost.com | Rojoef Manuel

Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence has approved the Djura 4×4 light armored vehicle for the military’s medical evacuation tasks. The system is produced by domestic automobile developer Practika and was first unveiled for the market in July 2024. Its chassis will be fitted with reinforced front and rear suspension, stronger brake grip, and additional protection on its external hull.
Teledyne FLIR to Supply Anti-Hazard Sensor Prototypes for US Army M1135 Stryker

2 weeks ago | thedefensepost.com | Rojoef Manuel

The US Army has awarded Teledyne FLIR Defense a contract to provide multi-sensor detection testbeds for the M1135 Stryker Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Reconnaissance Vehicles (NBCRVs). The $74.2-million deal builds on a November 2024 award to equip the vehicles with a modern sensor suite system for enhanced anti-hazard and surveillance operations in the field. Terms of the latest agreement cover six prototypes and corresponding support services for government testing.
Israeli Firm to Provide Armored Vehicles to US Army

2 weeks ago | thedefensepost.com | Rojoef Manuel

The US Department of Defense has awarded MDT Armor a $15.4-million contract to deliver tactical vehicles and parts for the army. The deal potentially includes the company’s flagship “David” and “Tiger” armored vehicles operational under the Israel Defense Forces as well in Mexico, the Philippines, Chad, and Ecuador. Work for this project will be facilitated in Auburn, Alabama, and is expected to be finalized by June 2026.