Two Canadian accelerators and 13 test centres that have joined the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA) network. NATO DIANA unites the best and brightest innovators from across the Alliance and provides deep tech and dual-use innovators with access to NATO resources.
BlackBerry Limited released its latest Global Threat Intelligence Report, revealing threat actors focusing efforts on targeting high-value data held by the global financial sector, with one million attacks logged over the 120 day period.
The U.S. Marine Corps awarded Mack Defense a 12-month contract for the initial development of a new Medium Tactical Truck (MTT) fleet. The new family of vehicles will replace the Marine Corp’s Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement fleet (MTVR), which includes cargo, dump, wrecker, tractor and re-supply trucks supporting air-ground task force combat support missions.
The three SAN MMIPVs operate with OSI's suite of tactical navigation solutions, comprising OSI's Integrated Navigation & Tactical System (INTS), Integrated Mission Management System (IMMS), and OSI's Tactical Asset Control & Tracking (T-ACT), all powered by ECPINS, the only WECDIS independently certified against NATO WECDIS STANAG 4564.
Global Spatial Technology Solutions announced that it has been awarded a contract by Canada's Ocean Supercluster's Core Technology Leadership Program to advance the capabilities of its proprietary, AI powered SaaS platform, OCIANA™.
The last large deployment of Canadian peacekeepers left Cyprus in 1993, but a continuous Canadian presence - Operation SNOWGOOSE - remains to this day. The operation is one of Canada's longest overseas military commitments.
Aéro Montréal is pleased with the government's commitment to supporting the growth of Québec's aerospace sector. With financial support of $74.5 million over five years, the Québec government intends to improve the competitiveness of companies in the sector, enable the development of new technologies and attract talent.
Metron Inc. announced the signing of a partnership agreement with Cellula Robotics, USA Inc. to expand uncrewed underwater vehicle (UUV) capabilities for advanced operations in dynamic environments.
Davie and the Huron-Wendat Nation Council signed an important alliance aimed at strengthening and consolidating the relationship between the Nation and the company. This mutual commitment, known as Ontatenses in Huron-Wendat, meaning “We value each other,” has been developed in mutual trust since 2018.
Genaire Limited announced its recent success in securing a Contract awarded by the Government of Canada for the manufacture of the SK338 Cargo Pallet. This is an entirely Genaire Limited designed and manufactured pallet with an light weight all aluminum core. The SK338 was designed as a replacement for the HCU-6/E pallet for use in C-130 Hercules aircraft.
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.
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 drone capabilities.
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.
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.
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 focus will be on facilitating tactical communication between navy ships. The company plans to develop a product for optical communication between ships so that they can communicate without using conventional radio systems.
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.
https://www.canada.ca/en/government/system/digital-government/government-canada-digital-operations-strategic-plans.htmlAligned with the Government of Canada Digital Ambition, the DND/CAF AI Strategy outlines how Defence will leverage AI technologies to deliver on its priorities.
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 forward its mission and vision.
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.
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 instruction, and the commitment to delivering superior flight test training for which ITPS is renowned.
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 booked by Saab before the end of Q2 2024.
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.
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.
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.
