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Embraer and Boeing approve terms of strategic aerospace partnership
Embraer and Boeing have approved the terms of a strategic partnership that would position both companies to accelerate growth in global aerospace markets. The approved terms involve a joint venture comprising the commercial aircraft and […]
Defence
Minister: Capability Plan Review, Defence Estate and Climate Change
Defence Minister Ron Mark writes that climate change assessment will inform the review of the Defence Capability Plan and that Defence Estate Regeneration will be in a positive, future-proofed position during current government term. It’s […]
Air
Australia’s first F-35s arrive at RAAF Williamtown
Australia’s first two locally-based F-35 fighter aircraft arrived on home soil today at Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Williamtown, signalling the dawn of a new era for the nation’s defence capabilities. Lockheed Martin designed and […]
Defence
Defence Assessment on climate change and security released
Minister of Defence Ron Mark and Minister for Climate Change James Shaw have today released a Defence Assessment on the security implications of climate change. The Climate Crisis: Defence Readiness and Responsibilities explores the implications […]
Defence
Interview: Towards an integrated approach to civil-military operations
Dr Alan Ryan, Executive Director of the Australian Civil-Military Centre (ACMC), will be presenting at this year’s NZDIA Annual Forum. In this interview, he sheds some light on the work of the ACMC and the […]
Air
The Embraer KC-390: Past, present and future
As its airlift flagship edges closer to Full Operational Capability certification, Embraer reflects on shared battlefield history and highlights the capabilities and features of the KC-390. The 1stBrazilian Fighter Squadron, Brazilian Armed Forces, distinguished itself […]
Defence
Mastering complexity to ensure naval asset readiness
Military organisations, OEMs, contractors and third-party providers maintaining equipment via service-based agreements all need to work together to ensure Naval asset readiness. The key is to treat IT systems not as a transactional tool but […]
Contracts
Creating an innovation culture between Defence and Industry (Part Two)
Captain Greg Laxton CSC RAN was Master of Ceremonies at the 2018 NZDIA Forum. In this exclusive interview, he talks with editor Nicholas Dynon about the importance of trust in collaborative contractual relationships. In Part […]
Air
‘Fee for capability’ the way to fly for RNZAF?
According to Ross Browne, Director of Triplex Consulting and a former commercial advisor to the NZDF, Defence needs to dramatically simplify its operating model. Commercialising some suitable non-tactical capabilities, he writes, offers the chance to […]
Defence
NZDIA Update – Welcome to the ‘Age of Surprises’
New Zealand Defence Industry Association CEO Jennie Vickers talks Defence and Industry as part of the broader national security system, takeaways from Land Forces, and, of course, the 2018 NZDIA Annual Forum. The 2018 NZDIA […]
Defence
Policy and Procurement: prolonged, passive, but some promise?
The Government needs to clarify its view on China following strong Defence Strategic Policy Statement language, and explain what it will spend retrofitting its recent naval purchase, MV Edda Fonn, writes National Party Spokesperson for […]
Air
Team Reaper Australia welcomes its newest member
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA‑ASI), the leading manufacturer of Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) systems, announced on 04 September the further expansion of Team Reaper Australia. Sentient Vision Systems, Team Reaper Australia’s newest member, is the […]
Air
Big year for GA-ASI Remotely Piloted Aircraft
At the half-way mark of 2018, it’s already shaping up to be a banner year for General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI). In April, the Predator family of aircraft, which includes the Reaper, Gray Eagle, and […]
Air
The KC-390 and E2: a fleet mix fit for New Zealand
Triple type certification for the E190-E2 sets a new international benchmark as Embraer highlights the credentials of the E2 as a potential passenger/VIP option for the RNZAF. Things are changing in the way tactical and […]
