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Egypt:
As part of its expedited force build-up process of the last decade, the Egyptian Navy is interested in improving its submarine warfare capabilities. The Egyptians are conducting negotiations with the Chinese regarding the acquisition of additional submarines. These are the new submarines that might pose a threat to Israel in the future
The Egyptian Navy embarked on an expedited force build-up process about a decade ago. As part of this process, the Egyptians acquired four U-209 type submarines from Germany; surface vessels from the USA, Russia, Germany and France; cutting-edge missile and torpedo systems; anti-aircraft systems; Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) helicopters; communication, command and control systems; upgrading of old vessels and more.
The Egyptian Navy placed a particular emphasis on their submarine warfare capabilities – a medium where the Egyptian Navy regards itself as inferior to the Israeli Navy. In addition to the acquisition of the four German submarines, along with cutting-edge weapon systems, the Egyptians also initiated significant ASW upgrades in the old vessels they already possessed.
These upgrades included, for example, the upgrading of the old Chinese-made Romeo-class submarines by the USA, and integration of cutting-edge missile and torpedo systems. Additionally, the Chinese-made Hainan-class coastal ASW patrol boats were upgraded by the installation and integration of cutting-edge, US-made sonar systems.
The three German-made submarines delivered to Egypt thus far have recently participated in a large-scale international exercise in the Mediterranean and the Red Sea, and proved their operational potential.
At the same time as this significant force build-up process, it appears that the Egyptians do not confine themselves to the aspiration of commanding the underwater medium. Recent reports indicated that the Egyptian Navy has been in contact with Chinese government organs and industries regarding the acquisition of additional Chinese-made submarines. The Egyptian Navy expressed an interest in Chinese S26T type diesel-powered submarines. These submarines are manufactured by the China Shipbuilding and Offshore International Company (CSOC), and are, in fact, the export configuration of their Type 39 submarine.
https://www.israeldefense.co.il/en/node/40697
As part of its expedited force build-up process of the last decade, the Egyptian Navy is interested in improving its submarine warfare capabilities. The Egyptians are conducting negotiations with the Chinese regarding the acquisition of additional submarines. These are the new submarines that might pose a threat to Israel in the future
The Egyptian Navy embarked on an expedited force build-up process about a decade ago. As part of this process, the Egyptians acquired four U-209 type submarines from Germany; surface vessels from the USA, Russia, Germany and France; cutting-edge missile and torpedo systems; anti-aircraft systems; Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) helicopters; communication, command and control systems; upgrading of old vessels and more.
The Egyptian Navy placed a particular emphasis on their submarine warfare capabilities – a medium where the Egyptian Navy regards itself as inferior to the Israeli Navy. In addition to the acquisition of the four German submarines, along with cutting-edge weapon systems, the Egyptians also initiated significant ASW upgrades in the old vessels they already possessed.
These upgrades included, for example, the upgrading of the old Chinese-made Romeo-class submarines by the USA, and integration of cutting-edge missile and torpedo systems. Additionally, the Chinese-made Hainan-class coastal ASW patrol boats were upgraded by the installation and integration of cutting-edge, US-made sonar systems.
The three German-made submarines delivered to Egypt thus far have recently participated in a large-scale international exercise in the Mediterranean and the Red Sea, and proved their operational potential.
At the same time as this significant force build-up process, it appears that the Egyptians do not confine themselves to the aspiration of commanding the underwater medium. Recent reports indicated that the Egyptian Navy has been in contact with Chinese government organs and industries regarding the acquisition of additional Chinese-made submarines. The Egyptian Navy expressed an interest in Chinese S26T type diesel-powered submarines. These submarines are manufactured by the China Shipbuilding and Offshore International Company (CSOC), and are, in fact, the export configuration of their Type 39 submarine.
https://www.israeldefense.co.il/en/node/40697
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Bahrain:
This year, at the edition 2019 of BIDEC, one of the highlights of the show, is the Faisal a new 4x4 wheeled APC (Armored Personnel Carrier) vehicle fully developed, designed and manufactured by engineers of the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) according to a request and needs of BDF.
The design of the vehicle is conventional for a wheeled APC with the engine at the front, crew in the middle and troop's compartment at the rear. One of the most important features of the vehicle is the internal layout with a large troops compartment able to accommodate 6 infantrymen. The vehicle is equipped with anti-mine blast seats for each soldier, with two seats along the side of the hull, and two seats back of the driver and commander position facing forward. The center of the troop's compartment offers the capacity to carry additional military equipment or a stretcher.
The front of the vehicle has one door on each side of the hull. Troops can enter and leave the vehicle via two manual rear doors. Each side of the troop’s compartment has three small bulletproof windows and firing ports. The roof of the vehicle is equipped with an open-top turret that can be armed with one machine gun or cannon up to 20 mm caliber.
The Faisal APC is based on a monocoque design offering a high level of protection against ballistic and mine threats. According to the designer of the vehicle, the hull provides ballistic protection Level B6 against the firing of small arms 7.62mm caliber and it can withstand an explosion of 6 kg of TNT under the wheels and the floor.
The Faisal is motorized with a Cummins Diesel engine developing 300 hp coupled to an Allison 6-speed automatic transmission. It can run at a maximum road speed of 90 km/h with a maximum cruising range of 900 km. The vehicle has a gross weight of 9,000 kg with a maximum payload of 2,000 kg.
https://armyrecognition.com/bidec_2...faisal_4x4_apc_armored_personnel_carrier.html
This year, at the edition 2019 of BIDEC, one of the highlights of the show, is the Faisal a new 4x4 wheeled APC (Armored Personnel Carrier) vehicle fully developed, designed and manufactured by engineers of the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) according to a request and needs of BDF.
The design of the vehicle is conventional for a wheeled APC with the engine at the front, crew in the middle and troop's compartment at the rear. One of the most important features of the vehicle is the internal layout with a large troops compartment able to accommodate 6 infantrymen. The vehicle is equipped with anti-mine blast seats for each soldier, with two seats along the side of the hull, and two seats back of the driver and commander position facing forward. The center of the troop's compartment offers the capacity to carry additional military equipment or a stretcher.
The front of the vehicle has one door on each side of the hull. Troops can enter and leave the vehicle via two manual rear doors. Each side of the troop’s compartment has three small bulletproof windows and firing ports. The roof of the vehicle is equipped with an open-top turret that can be armed with one machine gun or cannon up to 20 mm caliber.
The Faisal APC is based on a monocoque design offering a high level of protection against ballistic and mine threats. According to the designer of the vehicle, the hull provides ballistic protection Level B6 against the firing of small arms 7.62mm caliber and it can withstand an explosion of 6 kg of TNT under the wheels and the floor.
The Faisal is motorized with a Cummins Diesel engine developing 300 hp coupled to an Allison 6-speed automatic transmission. It can run at a maximum road speed of 90 km/h with a maximum cruising range of 900 km. The vehicle has a gross weight of 9,000 kg with a maximum payload of 2,000 kg.
https://armyrecognition.com/bidec_2...faisal_4x4_apc_armored_personnel_carrier.html
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Iran reportedly said Tuesday it will begin injecting uranium gas into more than 1,000 centrifuges at its Fordow enrichment plant.
Since the nuclear deal was struck in 2015, the centrifuges at the Fordow plant had actually spun empty. According to president Hassan Rouhani, the gas injection will begin Wednesday. He also states that the country's new activities will be under the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) supervision.
On the first anniversary of the US withdrawal from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, also known as the "Iran deal" or the "Iran nuclear deal“, on May 8, 2019, Tehran decided to reduce its commitments to the JCPOA, based on Article 26 and 36, and set a deadline for Europeans to remedy breaches.
The move is the fourth step away from the JCPOA, which was brokered four years ago between Tehran and a coalition including the United States, Britain, Russia, France, Germany, China and the European Union. The Iranian leader said, however, that each step Tehran has taken away from the agreement can be reversed if the United States agrees to lift economic sanctions it imposed in place of the nuclear deal.
Since the nuclear deal was struck in 2015, the centrifuges at the Fordow plant had actually spun empty. According to president Hassan Rouhani, the gas injection will begin Wednesday. He also states that the country's new activities will be under the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) supervision.
On the first anniversary of the US withdrawal from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, also known as the "Iran deal" or the "Iran nuclear deal“, on May 8, 2019, Tehran decided to reduce its commitments to the JCPOA, based on Article 26 and 36, and set a deadline for Europeans to remedy breaches.
The move is the fourth step away from the JCPOA, which was brokered four years ago between Tehran and a coalition including the United States, Britain, Russia, France, Germany, China and the European Union. The Iranian leader said, however, that each step Tehran has taken away from the agreement can be reversed if the United States agrees to lift economic sanctions it imposed in place of the nuclear deal.
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Israel:
A military helicopter made an emergency landing in southern Israel on Tuesday night after its engine caught fire, the Israel Defense Forces said.
The 14 soldiers who were on board made it out of the helicopter unscathed, landing in a field outside the community of Beit Kama, near Rahat, in the northern Negev desert.
The aircraft — a Sikorsky CH-53 Sea Stallion model, known in Israel as a Yasur — appeared to be completely destroyed in the blaze.
The military said the engine fire was the result of a “technical malfunction.”
“The incident will be investigated,” the IDF said.
Fourteen soldiers were on board the aircraft — 11 of them were members of the elite Shaldag commando unit and three were members of the crew. The helicopter had been en route to a base in southern Israel for a training exercise.
Three teams of firefighters were called to the scene to combat the blaze.
“We were notified of a helicopter fire west of Beit Kama. As this was a complicated situation, additional firefighting teams were called to the scene and, when we arrived, we all worked to put out the fire and to look for anyone trapped inside. Luckily, the occupants of the helicopter made it out intact and healthy before we arrived at the scene,” local fire chief Avi Arush said.
Israel’s fleet of Yasur heavy transport helicopters was purchased from the United States in the late 1960s. Though the aircraft have been upgraded and restored in the interim five decades, they are widely seen in the military as ready for retirement in favor of newer models.
Firefighters work to extinguish a blaze on a helicopter that made an emergency landing in a field outside of Rahat in the Negev desert on November 26, 2019. (Fire and Rescue Services)
https://www.timesofisrael.com/idf-c...landing-after-motor-catches-fire-no-injuries/
A military helicopter made an emergency landing in southern Israel on Tuesday night after its engine caught fire, the Israel Defense Forces said.
The 14 soldiers who were on board made it out of the helicopter unscathed, landing in a field outside the community of Beit Kama, near Rahat, in the northern Negev desert.
The aircraft — a Sikorsky CH-53 Sea Stallion model, known in Israel as a Yasur — appeared to be completely destroyed in the blaze.
The military said the engine fire was the result of a “technical malfunction.”
“The incident will be investigated,” the IDF said.
Fourteen soldiers were on board the aircraft — 11 of them were members of the elite Shaldag commando unit and three were members of the crew. The helicopter had been en route to a base in southern Israel for a training exercise.
Three teams of firefighters were called to the scene to combat the blaze.
“We were notified of a helicopter fire west of Beit Kama. As this was a complicated situation, additional firefighting teams were called to the scene and, when we arrived, we all worked to put out the fire and to look for anyone trapped inside. Luckily, the occupants of the helicopter made it out intact and healthy before we arrived at the scene,” local fire chief Avi Arush said.
Israel’s fleet of Yasur heavy transport helicopters was purchased from the United States in the late 1960s. Though the aircraft have been upgraded and restored in the interim five decades, they are widely seen in the military as ready for retirement in favor of newer models.
Firefighters work to extinguish a blaze on a helicopter that made an emergency landing in a field outside of Rahat in the Negev desert on November 26, 2019. (Fire and Rescue Services)
https://www.timesofisrael.com/idf-c...landing-after-motor-catches-fire-no-injuries/
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Israel and the Czech Republic have signed a $125 million government-to-government contract for advanced radar systems from Israel Aerospace Industries subsidiary Elta Systems.
The deal provides for the acquisition of eight ELM-2084 Iron Dome Multi-Mission Radars (MMR). The radars, which have air surveillance and air defense capabilities, will be delivered to the Czech defense establishment over a period spanning the years 2021-2023 and will be interoperable with Czech and NATO command and control systems.
The government-to-government agreement enables the transfer of cutting-edge technology and know-how from Israel to Czech partners, whose capabilities will be greatly enhanced.
Furthermore, the agreement stipulates the involvement of and collaboration with Czech defense industries at 30% of the procurement, indicating that significant parts of the systems will be produced locally.
Israel and the Czech Republic have signed a $125 million government-to-government contract for advanced radar systems from Israel Aerospace Industries subsidiary Elta Systems.
The deal provides for the acquisition of eight ELM-2084 Iron Dome Multi-Mission Radars (MMR). The radars, which have air surveillance and air defense capabilities, will be delivered to the Czech defense establishment over a period spanning the years 2021-2023 and will be interoperable with Czech and NATO command and control systems.
The government-to-government agreement enables the transfer of cutting-edge technology and know-how from Israel to Czech partners, whose capabilities will be greatly enhanced.
Furthermore, the agreement stipulates the involvement of and collaboration with Czech defense industries at 30% of the procurement, indicating that significant parts of the systems will be produced locally.
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First Kuwaiti Eurofighter Typhoon takes to the skies (
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That's a good-looking bird. Kuwait's Typhoons are of the Block 20+ standard. They carry the latest revision of the Captor E AESA radar, Lockheed Martin's Sniper Advanced Targeting Pod and the ability to deploy the Storm Shadow cruise missile.
)That's a good-looking bird. Kuwait's Typhoons are of the Block 20+ standard. They carry the latest revision of the Captor E AESA radar, Lockheed Martin's Sniper Advanced Targeting Pod and the ability to deploy the Storm Shadow cruise missile.
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Turkish lawmakers approve troops to Libya.
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Libya conflict: Turkish MPs approve bill to send troops
Libya's UN-backed government had asked Turkey for military assistance as the civil war worsens.
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Israel’s Defense Ministry on Wednesday announced that it was developing a laser beam capable of shooting down incoming rockets and small drones, which it plans to test throughout the coming year.
According to the ministry, the development of this laser system was possible due to a recent unspecified “technological breakthrough,” following years of investment in research efforts by defense contractors and academic scientists.
The futuristic defense system is only in the early development stages and won’t be operational in the near future, the ministry said.
Israel has for decades been working to develop a laser-based system to intercept incoming projectiles, but has failed to produce a viable option, due to cost issues and technological limitations.
The Defense Ministry’s proposed laser beam is meant to complement — not replace — the Iron Dome missile defense system.
According to the ministry, each system would have a high up-front price tag — in the hundreds of millions of dollars — but minimal cost for each use, meaning it would eventually become cost-effective.
The head of the Defense Ministry’s Weapons Development and Technology Infrastructure Administration (MAFAT), Brig. Gen. Yaniv Rotem, said each firing of the laser would cost approximately one dollar — not including the cost of the system — compared to the tens of thousands of dollars that each Iron Dome interceptor missile costs.
So long as it were connected to electricity, the system would never run out of ammunition
https://www.timesofisrael.com/defen...eakthrough-in-anti-missile-laser-development/
According to the ministry, the development of this laser system was possible due to a recent unspecified “technological breakthrough,” following years of investment in research efforts by defense contractors and academic scientists.
The futuristic defense system is only in the early development stages and won’t be operational in the near future, the ministry said.
Israel has for decades been working to develop a laser-based system to intercept incoming projectiles, but has failed to produce a viable option, due to cost issues and technological limitations.
The Defense Ministry’s proposed laser beam is meant to complement — not replace — the Iron Dome missile defense system.
According to the ministry, each system would have a high up-front price tag — in the hundreds of millions of dollars — but minimal cost for each use, meaning it would eventually become cost-effective.
The head of the Defense Ministry’s Weapons Development and Technology Infrastructure Administration (MAFAT), Brig. Gen. Yaniv Rotem, said each firing of the laser would cost approximately one dollar — not including the cost of the system — compared to the tens of thousands of dollars that each Iron Dome interceptor missile costs.
So long as it were connected to electricity, the system would never run out of ammunition
https://www.timesofisrael.com/defen...eakthrough-in-anti-missile-laser-development/
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Israel:
The DoS approved a possible Foreign Military Sale to Israel of up to eight KC-46 aircraft and related equipment for an estimated cost of $2.4 billion. The KC-46A is a 767-2C provisioned freighter with a 767-400 flight deck (this flight deck features the Rockwell Collins large format displays of the 787 airliner).
The KC-46A has a minimum crew of three comprised of a pilot, co-pilot, and mission system operator/officer. It can carry 96 tonnes of fuel, although it should be noted that the KC-46A loses much of its underfloor cargo space with auxiliary tanks in doing so.
According to the DoS, the proposed sale supports the foreign policy and national security of the United States by allowing Israel to provide a redundant capability to US assets within the region, potentially freeing US assets for use elsewhere during times of war.
The DoS approved a possible Foreign Military Sale to Israel of up to eight KC-46 aircraft and related equipment for an estimated cost of $2.4 billion. The KC-46A is a 767-2C provisioned freighter with a 767-400 flight deck (this flight deck features the Rockwell Collins large format displays of the 787 airliner).
The KC-46A has a minimum crew of three comprised of a pilot, co-pilot, and mission system operator/officer. It can carry 96 tonnes of fuel, although it should be noted that the KC-46A loses much of its underfloor cargo space with auxiliary tanks in doing so.
According to the DoS, the proposed sale supports the foreign policy and national security of the United States by allowing Israel to provide a redundant capability to US assets within the region, potentially freeing US assets for use elsewhere during times of war.
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Bahrain:
The US Army awarded Raytheon a $551 million contract to begin production of the Patriot air and missile defense system for the Kingdom of Bahrain. The contract was awarded on January 31, 2020.
"Raytheon's Patriot provides the Kingdom of Bahrain and 16 other countries around the globe with a combat-proven system that protects citizens, infrastructure and armed forces from a broad spectrum of threats," said Tom Laliberty, vice president of Integrated Air and Missile Defense at Raytheon's Integrated Defense Systems business. "Patriot works, has saved countless lives, and will continue to do so for many years because the system is constantly tested, modernized, upgraded and improved to stay ahead of the advancing threat."
In August 2019, Bahrain signed a letter of offer and acceptance agreement to purchase Patriot air and missile defense systems from the US Army. The agreement allowed the US Government to start contract negotiations with the Patriot system manufacturer Raytheon for the production of the systems and missiles.
The US Army awarded Raytheon a $551 million contract to begin production of the Patriot air and missile defense system for the Kingdom of Bahrain. The contract was awarded on January 31, 2020.
"Raytheon's Patriot provides the Kingdom of Bahrain and 16 other countries around the globe with a combat-proven system that protects citizens, infrastructure and armed forces from a broad spectrum of threats," said Tom Laliberty, vice president of Integrated Air and Missile Defense at Raytheon's Integrated Defense Systems business. "Patriot works, has saved countless lives, and will continue to do so for many years because the system is constantly tested, modernized, upgraded and improved to stay ahead of the advancing threat."
In August 2019, Bahrain signed a letter of offer and acceptance agreement to purchase Patriot air and missile defense systems from the US Army. The agreement allowed the US Government to start contract negotiations with the Patriot system manufacturer Raytheon for the production of the systems and missiles.
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Saudi Arabia:
Lockheed Martin won a $832.8 million contract modification to exercise an option for the production of Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) interceptors and associated one-shot devices to support the US government and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Foreign Military Sales case requirements.
The THAAD interceptors and associated one-shot devices will be procured under fixed-price incentive (firm target) contract line items. The Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) element provides the Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS) with a globally transportable, rapidly deployable capability to intercept and destroy ballistic missiles inside or just outside the atmosphere during their final, or terminal, phase of flight.
Work will take place in Texas, California, Alabama and Arkansas. Estimated completion date is April 1, 2026.
Lockheed Martin won a $832.8 million contract modification to exercise an option for the production of Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) interceptors and associated one-shot devices to support the US government and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Foreign Military Sales case requirements.
The THAAD interceptors and associated one-shot devices will be procured under fixed-price incentive (firm target) contract line items. The Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) element provides the Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS) with a globally transportable, rapidly deployable capability to intercept and destroy ballistic missiles inside or just outside the atmosphere during their final, or terminal, phase of flight.
Work will take place in Texas, California, Alabama and Arkansas. Estimated completion date is April 1, 2026.
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Egypt:
German shipbuilder and submarine specialist thyssenkrupp Marine Systems has handed over S43, a third of four Type 209/1400 submarines, to the Navy of the Arab Republic of Egypt.
Following the very strict coronavirus prevention measures at the shipyard, the handover took place in Kiel on April 9 without a ceremony, amongst only the inner circle of project managers.
“Given the global corona pandemic, this handover marks a very special milestone for us. We are extremely proud of our employees, who completed the boat on time and in line with our comprehensive health protection measures,” Rolf Wirtz, CEO of thyssenkrupp Marine Systems, said.
In a personal letter prior to the handover, Vice Admiral Ahmed Khaled Hassan Said, Chief of the Egyptian Navy, expressed his gratitude to thyssenkrupp employees for ensuring the delivery on schedule.
Egypt’s Type 209 submarine measure approximately 62 meters in length, displace 1,450 tons and have a pressure hull diameter of 6.2 meters. They are crewed by a complement of 30.
The submarines of the HDW Class 209/1400 mod series are said to be “extremely reliable”, can stay submerged for a long time, are fast, and are hard to locate thanks to their low signatures.
The first submarine, named S41, was handed over in December 2016 and the second, named S42, in August 2017. The program is planned to end with the delivery of the fourth unit in 2021.
The contract for the delivery of the first two 209/1400mod class submarines to the Arab Republic of Egypt was signed in 2011. In 2015, Egypt decided to take the option for two additional units of the most recent version of the class 209 “family”.
https://navaltoday.com/2020/04/10/tkms-egyptian-navy-takes-delivery-of-third-type-209-submarine/
German shipbuilder and submarine specialist thyssenkrupp Marine Systems has handed over S43, a third of four Type 209/1400 submarines, to the Navy of the Arab Republic of Egypt.
Following the very strict coronavirus prevention measures at the shipyard, the handover took place in Kiel on April 9 without a ceremony, amongst only the inner circle of project managers.
“Given the global corona pandemic, this handover marks a very special milestone for us. We are extremely proud of our employees, who completed the boat on time and in line with our comprehensive health protection measures,” Rolf Wirtz, CEO of thyssenkrupp Marine Systems, said.
In a personal letter prior to the handover, Vice Admiral Ahmed Khaled Hassan Said, Chief of the Egyptian Navy, expressed his gratitude to thyssenkrupp employees for ensuring the delivery on schedule.
Egypt’s Type 209 submarine measure approximately 62 meters in length, displace 1,450 tons and have a pressure hull diameter of 6.2 meters. They are crewed by a complement of 30.
The submarines of the HDW Class 209/1400 mod series are said to be “extremely reliable”, can stay submerged for a long time, are fast, and are hard to locate thanks to their low signatures.
The first submarine, named S41, was handed over in December 2016 and the second, named S42, in August 2017. The program is planned to end with the delivery of the fourth unit in 2021.
The contract for the delivery of the first two 209/1400mod class submarines to the Arab Republic of Egypt was signed in 2011. In 2015, Egypt decided to take the option for two additional units of the most recent version of the class 209 “family”.
https://navaltoday.com/2020/04/10/tkms-egyptian-navy-takes-delivery-of-third-type-209-submarine/
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Egypt:
The Egyptian Navy’s third Class 209/1400mod (Type 209) submarine is now heading to Egypt after it was formally handed over by ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems.
The German company said the handover of S43 took place at its Kiel yard, but that only a small number of people were present because of the Covid-19 pandemic.
“Given the global corona pandemic, this handover marks a very special milestone for us,” TKMS CEO Dr Rolf Wirtz said. “We are extremely proud of our employees, who completed the boat on time and in line with our comprehensive health protection measures.”
A TKMS photo of the S43 submarine during the May 2019 launch ceremony (Credit : TKMS)
The Egyptian Navy’s third Class 209/1400mod (Type 209) submarine is now heading to Egypt after it was formally handed over by ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems.
The German company said the handover of S43 took place at its Kiel yard, but that only a small number of people were present because of the Covid-19 pandemic.
“Given the global corona pandemic, this handover marks a very special milestone for us,” TKMS CEO Dr Rolf Wirtz said. “We are extremely proud of our employees, who completed the boat on time and in line with our comprehensive health protection measures.”
A TKMS photo of the S43 submarine during the May 2019 launch ceremony (Credit : TKMS)
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State clears Apache updates for Egypt, excess MRAPs for UAE
The sales combine for a potential $2.8 billion price tag.
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Egypt:
Egypt is set to upgrade its existing Boeing AH-64D Apache Longbow attack helicopters to the latest AH-64E Apache Guardian standard, the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) announced on 7 May.
The North African country has been cleared by the US State Department to remanufacture 43 helicopters for an estimated USD2.3 billion.
As noted by the DSCA, the proposed sale includes remanufactured engines, and AN/ASQ-170 Modernized Target Acquisition and Designation Sight/AN/AAR-11 Pilot Night Vision Sensors (MTADS/PNVS). Other equipment will be bought new.
"Egypt intends to use these refurbished AH-64 helicopters to modernise its armed forces to address the shared US-Egyptian interest in countering terrorist activities emanating from the Sinai Peninsula, which threaten Egyptian and Israeli security and undermine regional stability. This sale will contribute to Egypt's military goal to update its capability while further enhancing greater interoperability between Egypt, the US, and other allies," the DSCA said.
The notification did not provide a timeline for the remanufacturing process.
The Egyptian Air Force (EAF) received 45 AH-64D helicopters from 2003 (35 were initially received, with a further 10 being ordered in 2010). Egypt's Apaches are fielded by the air force's 550 Attack Helicopter Regiment with 51 Squadron operating the type out of Wadi al Jandali and 52 Squadron based at Az Zaqaziq.
https://www.janes.com/article/96042/egypt-to-upgrade-apaches-to-ah-64e-standard
Egypt is set to upgrade its existing Boeing AH-64D Apache Longbow attack helicopters to the latest AH-64E Apache Guardian standard, the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) announced on 7 May.
The North African country has been cleared by the US State Department to remanufacture 43 helicopters for an estimated USD2.3 billion.
As noted by the DSCA, the proposed sale includes remanufactured engines, and AN/ASQ-170 Modernized Target Acquisition and Designation Sight/AN/AAR-11 Pilot Night Vision Sensors (MTADS/PNVS). Other equipment will be bought new.
"Egypt intends to use these refurbished AH-64 helicopters to modernise its armed forces to address the shared US-Egyptian interest in countering terrorist activities emanating from the Sinai Peninsula, which threaten Egyptian and Israeli security and undermine regional stability. This sale will contribute to Egypt's military goal to update its capability while further enhancing greater interoperability between Egypt, the US, and other allies," the DSCA said.
The notification did not provide a timeline for the remanufacturing process.
The Egyptian Air Force (EAF) received 45 AH-64D helicopters from 2003 (35 were initially received, with a further 10 being ordered in 2010). Egypt's Apaches are fielded by the air force's 550 Attack Helicopter Regiment with 51 Squadron operating the type out of Wadi al Jandali and 52 Squadron based at Az Zaqaziq.
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Turkey:
Within the scope of the Special Purpose Tactical Wheeled Armored Vehicle (OMTTZA) Project Agreement signed between the Defense Industry Directorate (SSB) and FNSS, FNSS will provide 8x8 and 6x6 vehicles to the Land Forces Command and the Gendarmerie General Command.
In the first phase of the project; With the domestic development model, vehicles in 5 different configurations will be developed and a total of 100 vehicles will be produced. Within the scope of the project: Command and Radar Vehicles and Sensor and KBRN Reconnaissance Vehicles to the Land Forces Command, Armored Combat Vehicle will be delivered to the Gendarmerie General Command.
Within the scope of the Special Purpose Tactical Wheeled Armored Vehicle (OMTTZA) Project Agreement signed between the Defense Industry Directorate (SSB) and FNSS, FNSS will provide 8x8 and 6x6 vehicles to the Land Forces Command and the Gendarmerie General Command.
In the first phase of the project; With the domestic development model, vehicles in 5 different configurations will be developed and a total of 100 vehicles will be produced. Within the scope of the project: Command and Radar Vehicles and Sensor and KBRN Reconnaissance Vehicles to the Land Forces Command, Armored Combat Vehicle will be delivered to the Gendarmerie General Command.
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Naval Group announced on 15 May that its local industrial partner Alexandria Shipyards has launched the final Gowind 2500 corvette for the Egyptian Navy.
The ceremony for Luxor completes the third Gowind 2500 warship to be built in Egypt (the first vessel for the Egyptian Navy, El Fateh, was built in France), demonstrating the increasing ability of Alexandria Shipyards to deliver military vessels.
Egypt-based Naval Group teams assisted Alexandria Shipyards with the process of transitioning from a purely civilian operation to becoming a naval shipbuilder.
Gowind 2500 corvettes have a single mast offering 360° surveillance capability. They can accommodate an 11t helicopter and UAS on a helicopter deck.
Each vessel has a displacement of 2,600t and is 102m in length. It can operate with a crew of 65 and can also simultaneously accommodate 15 passengers.
According to Shephard Defence Insight, French-made MM40 Block 3 Exocet and MICA missiles are used to arm the Gowind 2500.
https://www.shephardmedia.com/news/naval-warfare/alexandria-shipyard-launches-fourth-gowind-2500-co/
Naval Group announced on 15 May that its local industrial partner Alexandria Shipyards has launched the final Gowind 2500 corvette for the Egyptian Navy.
The ceremony for Luxor completes the third Gowind 2500 warship to be built in Egypt (the first vessel for the Egyptian Navy, El Fateh, was built in France), demonstrating the increasing ability of Alexandria Shipyards to deliver military vessels.
Egypt-based Naval Group teams assisted Alexandria Shipyards with the process of transitioning from a purely civilian operation to becoming a naval shipbuilder.
Gowind 2500 corvettes have a single mast offering 360° surveillance capability. They can accommodate an 11t helicopter and UAS on a helicopter deck.
Each vessel has a displacement of 2,600t and is 102m in length. It can operate with a crew of 65 and can also simultaneously accommodate 15 passengers.
According to Shephard Defence Insight, French-made MM40 Block 3 Exocet and MICA missiles are used to arm the Gowind 2500.
https://www.shephardmedia.com/news/naval-warfare/alexandria-shipyard-launches-fourth-gowind-2500-co/
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