CAE Elektronik GmbH has signed a contract with the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) to provide the German Navy with a comprehensive training solution for the NH90 Sea Lion helicopter.
Ireland’s Department of Defence has announced the acquisition of two Airbus C295 medium airlifters in a maritime surveillance configuration.
General Dynamics announced that General Dynamics Land Systems’ president Gary L. Whited has informed the company of his intent to retire effective April 1, 2020. He will be succeeded by Danny Deep, who currently serves as chief operating officer of General Dynamics Land Systems.
Bombardier announced a long-term lease agreement with the Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) to build the new Global Manufacturing Centre located at Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Aéro Montréal and the Atlantic Canada Aerospace and Defence Association (ACADA) have signed a Collaboration Agreement to launch the MACH Initiative within Atlantic Canada.
Following the recent announcement of the sale of its protective eyewear business to ASGARD Partners & Co., the remaining Armor, Soldier Power and Electronics, Vehicle Platform Power and Advanced Concept divisions of Revision Military will move forward under the new corporate name GALVION.
Ahead of the I/ITSEC conference in Orlando, Florida next week, CAE announced it has completed major upgrades to the CT-156 Harvard (T-6) and CT-155 Hawk flight training devices (FTDs) used as part of the NATO Flying Training in Canada (NFTC) program at 15 Wing Moose Jaw in Canada.
NP Aerospace, has extended its LASA Lightweight Armoured Soldier Architecture portfolio with the launch of new ballistic shields for tactical operations.
A 75,000 sq. ft hangar marks KF’s debut into wide-body aircraft capability at its YHM Hamilton maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility.
The Canadian Global Affairs Institute (CGAI) staged a one-day conference at the Chateau Laurier hotel in Ottawa to discuss how the new parliament will effect Canada's defence industry.
The United Arab Emirates announced at the Dubai Airshow, that they intend to conclude a contract amendment for the purchase of two additional GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning & Control aircraft from Saab.
The Republic of Ghana has signed a Letter of Intent to purchase up to six Dash 8-400 aircraft. The country recently announced plans to launch a home based carrier in Accra, Ghana to serve domestic, regional and international routes.
CAE, Jazz Aviation and Seneca have teamed up to develop Jazz Approach, an innovative Canadian program to provide Jazz with a pipeline of top-quality first officers.
Viking Air Limited of Victoria, British Columbia has signed a contract valued at US$42.6M with the Ministère des Transports du Québec (MTQ) for the Avionics Upgrade Program (AUP) for eight of its Canadair CL-415 aerial firefighters. With execution of the contract, MTQ becomes the launch customer for the Viking Avionics Upgrade Program for the Canadair CL-415 amphibious aircraft fleet.
Advanced Military Maintenance Repair and Overhaul Center (AMMROC) and CAE announced at the Dubai Airshow the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to pursue training sustainment services and offset opportunities in the Middle East.
Israel Ministry of Defense has signed an agreement with Israel Shipyards Ltd. for the design of the next Israel Navy new and advanced combat vessel – the “Reshef” Class. Replacing the reliable above-20-years-in-service SA’AR 4.5, the new vessel is to successfully withstand the new and evolving threats and challenges the force will face. The Reshef Class vessels, which will be based on the ISL S-72 proven design, will significantly empower the Israeli Navy capabilities in the future combat field and will assist in protecting Israel’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) as well as the off shore oil & gas facilities within Israel’s territorial waters. All combat systems on board the new ship will be of Israel’s defense industry produce.
On behalf of AIAC, the Honourable Jean Charest called on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to make structural changes to his Federal cabinet.
Meggitt Training Systems will display at I/ITSEC 2019 its new immersive, three-screen FATS® 180MIL virtual system. A derivative of this product has been selected for the US Army’s Squad Advanced Marksmanship Trainer (SAMT). I/ITSEC, an annual modeling, simulation and training event will be held December 2-6, 2019 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando.
I/ITSEC, the world’s biggest military training event, has just released information on what will be going on at this year’s show in Orlando, Florida. Canada is always a big participant, often bringing in the largest number of non-US delegates and, of course CDR is again this year proud to be a media sponsor with our magazine distributed on the show floor.
CAE's President and Chief Executive Officer, Marc Parent, was awarded the Aerospace Industries Association of Canada (AIAC) James C. Floyd Award for his exceptional achievement and contribution to the success of the Canadian aerospace industry. Mr. Parent was honoured by the aerospace community at a ceremony during the Annual Aerospace Dinner in Ottawa.
The Aerospace Industries Association of Canada (AIAC) has announced the election of a new chair of the board to replace Pat Mann, President of Patlon Aircraft & Industries.
L3Harris Technologies recently delivered two F/A-18 Hornet aircraft to NASA after successfully completing depot-level modifications and repair work.
NP Aerospace, a majority First Nation owned company, has delivered over nine months of a $106m (£63m) UK MoD contract for vehicle Protected Mobility Engineering & Technical Support (PMETS).
CAE has appointed France Hébert to the position of Vice President, Defence & Security for the Canada region.