CDR News Line
15.04.2024
HMCS Montréal sets sail for the Indo-Pacific under Operation HORIZON
The departure of HMCS Montréal represents the first of three Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) warships that are annually deploying under Operation HORIZON in support of the Government of Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy. This deployment demonstrates an enduring commitment to the Indo-Pacific
11.04.2024
Canada's Irving Shipbuilding Awards GEODIS Inbound Logistics Contract
As part of Halifax-based Irving Shipbuilding Inc.'s (ISI) participation in Canada's National Shipbuilding Program, a contract to provide inbound logistics services for ship construction and repair projects has been awarded to global logistics company GEODIS. The contract, which will be managed
11.04.2024
Babcock Canada and Roshel Sign a Memorandum of Understanding to collaboratively support the CAF and government agencies
Babcock Canada (Babcock), a Defence and Aerospace company, and Roshel, a leading manufacturer of armoured special purpose vehicles, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaboratively explore opportunities to support the Canadian Armed Forces.
10.04.2024
KONGSBERG to provide maritime surveillance services to Norway
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (‘KONGSBERG’) has been awarded a contract from the Norwegian Intelligence Service (NIS) on behalf of the Norwegian government to provide satellite maritime surveillance data to cover Norwegian Areas of Interest. The contract covers four years of service from
10.04.2024
Defenture GRF vehicle chosen for Austrian Special Operations Forces
Austria's Ministry of Defence signed the contract with Defenture for the delivery of a batch of GRF (Ground force) vehicles. With this order, the Bundesministerium für Landesverteidigung (BMLV) chooses a special Military Of The Shelf (MOTS) light tactical and air transportable mobile platform
09.04.2024
OSI Contracted by BAE, ECPINS to Navigate Cutting-Edge Submarine Classes
OSI Maritime Systems (OSI) is pleased to announce the recent finalization of two significant contracts with BAE Systems Submarines (BAE). These contracts encompass the ongoing support for Astute Class SSNs and the provision of future navigation capabilities for the UK's Dreadnought Class of

09.04.2024
M1 Composites Technology Becomes Preferred A220 Repair Center
M1 Composites Technology Inc has been selected by Satair, an Airbus Services company, as the preferred North American repair station for Airbus A220  aircraft flight controls and structural parts. This contract marks a significant milestone in M1's history and will allow the M1 Team the
08.04.2024
Our North, Strong and Free: Canada’s Defence Policy Update Promises More Money
Show me the money: On April 8, 2024 — the day of the total solar eclipse — the Department of National Defence (DND) did just that as it released its much-anticipated Defence Policy Update (DPU). Entitled ‘Our North, Strong and Free: A Renewed Vision for Canada’s Defence’ — a nod to DND’s 2017
08.04.2024
CADSI Reacts to Canada's Updated Defence Policy
Christyn Cianfarani, President & CEO of the Canadian Association of Defence and Security Industries (CADSI), issued the following statement upon the release of Canada's Updated Defence Policy, Our North, Strong and Free: A Renewed Vision for 
08.04.2024
Our North, Strong and Free: A Renewed Vision for Canada's Defence
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, and the Minister of National Defence, Bill Blair, released Our North, Strong and Free: A Renewed Vision for Canada's Defence and announced a new overall investment of $8.1 billion over five years and $73 billion over 20 years in defence spending to be included
08.04.2024
MDA Space Launches SKYMAKER Product, Derived from Canadarm Technology
MDA Space announced MDA SKYMAKERTM, a new suite of space robotics purpose-built to meet the diverse needs of our customers' most ambitious missions. Unveiled at the Space Symposium conference in Colorado Springs, MDA SKYMAKERTM, the world's leading space robotics technology
08.04.2024
Securing Canada's AI advantage
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, announced a $2.4 billion package of measures from the upcoming Budget 2024 to secure Canada's AI advantage. These investments will accelerate job growth in Canada's AI sector and beyond, boost productivity by helping researchers and businesses develop and
05.04.2024
Greece Moves Forward in Procurement of UH-60M Black Hawk
The Government of Greece signed a Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) making official its intent to procure 35 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters built by Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, via U.S. government Foreign Military Sale. In addition to the aircraft, the procurement also includes
05.04.2024
HENSOLDT Singapore join forces with HTX to develop the Next-Generation Rapid Deployable CUAS System for Urban Security
HENSOLDT, a leading sensor solution provider, announces its collaboration with Singapore’s HTX (Home Team Science and Technology Agency), to drive the advancement of Rapid Deployable Counter UAV Systems (CUAS) for urban environment. 
05.04.2024
Jason Goodfriend Named Interim Group President of CAE Defense & Security, Replacing Dan Gelston
 CAE Inc. announced changes to its Defense & Security business unit's leadership team. Jason Goodfriend has been appointed Interim Group President, Defense & Security, effective immediately. Mr. Goodfriend replaces Daniel Gelston, who will

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