Singapore’s ST Engineering unveils Terrex s5 with hybrid-electric drive
“If you want to power drones, lasers, comms and radars on the vehicle you will need all this power,” a senior company official told Breaking Defense.
Embraer reveals Uzbekistan, Philippines as KC-390, Super Tucano customers
“This is a clear demonstration that Embraer Defense and Security is ready for the future and is ready to support the most demanding air forces here in the Asia-Pacific region,” Embraer Defense and Security President and CEO Bosco da Costa Jr. said at the Singapore Airshow.
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Acquisition reform at the speed of war
As part of the DoW’s acquisition transformation, streamlined processes must be extended to all companies in the defense industrial base.
Singapore acquires used C-130Hs to replace even older C-130s
“After thorough evaluations, we have determined that the C-130 remains the best platform to meet our operational needs for the next 15 to 20 years," Singapore Air Force Chief Maj. Gen. Kelvin Fan said.
First MC-55A Peregrine surveillance and electronic warfare jet arrives in Australia
Australia's defense minister said that MC-55A represents a significant step forward in the ability to monitor and protect strategic interests, including key maritime approaches.
Singapore cleared to buy four P-8A Poseidons for $2.3 billion
Should the deal go through, the P-8As will replace five Fokker 50 maritime patrol aircraft currently operated by the Republic of Singapore Air Force.
US reveals seizure of purported anti-submarine mission trainers en route to China
The Department of Justice alleges the equipment was made and shipped contrary to export law, but the South African company involved maintains it did nothing wrong.
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Addressing the ‘four tyrannies’ of the Pacific to keep logistics flowing
Predictive artificial intelligence and autonomy will reshape how forces are sustained across the Pacific.
South Korea announces completion of KF-21 flight test program
The Korean government plans for KAI to start deliveries of production aircraft to the Republic of Korea Air Force in the second half of the year.
Lockheed Martin appoints new chief executive for Australia and New Zealand
Jeremy King previously served the Australian Defence Force for more than 30 years and has led major capability programs such as the MRH-90 and Chinook project.
China to once again dominate the headlines: 2026 preview for the Indo-Pacific
China will almost certainly dominate the defense and security headlines in the coming months, as tensions continue to simmer in the South China Sea and around Taiwan.
China showed off its nukes and caused problems in the region: 5 Indo-Pacific stories from 2025
China was once again at the forefront of Indo-Pacific news in 2025.
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Biodefense is force protection: Ready today, prepared for tomorrow
A decorated combat aviator and biotech CEO advocates preparing for novel viral threats before the next crisis.
Austal Defence Australia awarded $681 million landing craft contract Down Under
Austal’s announcement added that the last LCM, all of which are destined for the Australian Army, will be delivered in 2032.
Hanwha plans to build US facility to manufacture modular 155mm howitzer charges
“By bringing this state-of-the-art manufacturing line to the US, we will be able to provide the US Army with a domestic source of triple-base propellant,” Hanwha ammo plant manager Lee Woo Jin told reporters.
Aussies buy seven more MQ-28 Ghost Bat CCAs following live-fire demo
The deal was announced after the MQ-28 successfully engaged and shot down an aerial target at a southern Australian test range.
US Navy mobilizes units to salvage crashed aircraft in South China Sea
The MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter F/A-18F Super Hornet fighter crashed within 30 minutes of each other on the afternoon of Oct 26 while conducting routine operations from the USS Nimitz.