CDR News Line
08.03.2024
Minister Blair announces $850 million investment in CFB Trenton and welcomes new aircraft to the RCAF fleet
Minister Blair announced an investment of $850 million to upgrade CFB Trenton, so that it can host Canada’s new fleet of CC-330 Husky Strategic Tanker Transport Aircraft. These upgrades will enable CFB Trenton to serve as the Eastern Main Operating Base for the new CC-330 Husky fleet.
08.03.2024
Canada joins the Drone Coalition for Ukraine, led by Latvia and the UK
To further develop Ukraine’s drone capabilities, Minister Blair committed to Canada joining the Ukraine Defense Contact Group’s Drone Capability Coalition, co-led by Latvia and the United Kingdom. As a member of the Capability Coalition, Canada will continue to look for ways to boost Ukraine’s
08.03.2024
Arcfield Canada Awarded $211.6M Contract for CF-18 Avionics In-Service Support
Arcfield Canada Corp. has been awarded the CF-18 Avionics In-Service Support program by the DND. The award, which represents follow-on work for the company, has a firm 5-year period of performance and a total contract value of up to $211.6 million CAD.
08.03.2024
Poor State of CAF Readiness Raised at CDAI Defence Conference
CBC's report on the CAF's readiness sparked discussions at the Ottawa Conference on Security and Defense. Minister Bill Blair hinted at a forthcoming Defence Policy Update, while insights from Ukraine and strategies to fortify NATO emphasized the urgency for collective action.
07.03.2024
Astrolight Joins NATO DIANA to Facilitate Communication Between Ships
Astrolight, a pioneering technology company dedicated to facilitating space-to-Earth and ship-to-ship laser communications, has joined the Defense Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA), which will advance its dual-use laser communication technology in the defense sector. The
07.03.2024
MDA rebrands to MDA Space
MDA Ltd. announced it has rebranded to MDA Space, an identity evolution that honours the past, recognizes the present, and further positions the company to lead in a new era of space innovation.

07.03.2024
Launch of the DND/CAF Artificial Intelligence Strategy
https://www.canada.ca/en/government/system/digital-government/government-canada-digital-operations-strategic-plans.htmlAligned with the Government of Canada
05.03.2024
Neil Manning Appointed as CEO of Cellula Robotics Ltd., Elevating Leadership Role
Cellula Robotics Ltd. announces the elevation of Neil Manning from Corporate Development Officer to Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This strategic transition reflects Manning's exceptional leadership qualities and the company's confidence in his ability to drive
04.03.2024
3 Canadian Division Support Base (CDSB) Edmonton receives $45.3M investment for infrastructure upgrades
This energy performance contract (EPC) project will upgrade 124 buildings at the Edmonton military base, reducing the Base’s energy costs by 21%, or an estimated $2 million annually. 
04.03.2024
ITPS Canada Ltd. and Airbus Sign a Multi-year Agreement for Flight Test Training
The International Test Pilots School (ITPS Canada Ltd.) announced the signature of a multi-year contract with Airbus for the provision of flight test training services. This significant agreement is a testament to the relentless pursuit of flight test and academic excellence, high-quality
04.03.2024
Saab signs major contract for Carl-Gustaf with Poland
Saab has signed a contract with the Polish Ministry of Defence's procurement authority for delivery of the Carl-Gustaf® M4 weapon, ammunition and training equipment. The order value corresponds to SEK 12.9 billion and the contract period is 2024-2027. The order is expected to be
01.03.2024
First 2024 iteration of Canada’s Signature Arctic Sovereignty Exercise Begins
CAF will be hosting Operation NANOOK-NUNALIVUT, from March 1 to 17, 2024, in and around Resolute, Nunavut and Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, to demonstrate our resolve and ability to operate in the Arctic.
01.03.2024
Boeing Awarded $3.4 Billion Contract for 17 P-8A Poseidon Aircraft
 The U.S. Navy has awarded Boeing a $3.4 billion contract to begin manufacturing 14 P-8A Poseidon aircraft for the Royal Canadian Air Force and three additional P-8s for the German Navy.
29.02.2024
Bell and Leonardo Enter into Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to Evaluate Cooperation Opportunities in the Tiltrotor Technology Domain
The cooperative effort will begin in earnest with the NATO Next Generation Rotorcraft Capability (NGRC) Concept Study #5, where Leonardo will take the lead on a tiltrotor architecture proposal with Bell in support.
28.02.2024
International Tactical Training Centre (ITTC) Trains Ukrainian Air Force Instructors
The ITTC programme is a customized training solution available right now and provides the Ukraine with a vital new cadre of fighter pilots, trained to Western standards by early 2025.

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