TNI AU Juga Lakukan Uji Performa Roket WAFAR RD-702

30 Juni 2026

Uji performa roket WAFAR RD-702 kaliber 70mm buatan PT DI (photos: TNI AU)

TNI AU. Dinas Penelitian dan Pengembangan TNI Angkatan Udara (Dislitbangau) berhasil mendemonstrasikan penembakan roket Wrap Around Fin Aerial Rocket (WAFAR) RD-702 Practice kaliber 70 mm produksi PT Dirgantara Indonesia di Lapangan Tembak Nanggala, Pacitan, Jawa Timur, Kamis (18/6/2026). Pengujian tersebut menjadi bagian dari upaya memastikan performa dan keandalan alutsista produksi dalam negeri sekaligus mendukung proses sertifikasi dan pengembangan roket nasional.

Roket WAFAR RD-702 Practice kaliber 70 mm merupakan salah satu produk PT Dirgantara Indonesia yang memiliki fleksibilitas tinggi dan dapat diintegrasikan pada berbagai platform udara, termasuk helikopter dan pesawat tempur.

Kadislitbangau Kolonel Tek Rachmadi Anggoro, S.E., M.Sc., M.S.S., yang diwakili Sesdislitbangau Kolonel Tek Sapta Jengkar P., M.Sc., M.I.Pol. menyampaikan bahwa demonstrasi tersebut merupakan bagian dari tugas Dislitbangau untuk memastikan setiap alutsista hasil produksi dalam negeri memiliki performa dan keandalan yang teruji sebagai wujud nyata dukungan terhadap kemandirian industri pertahanan nasional.

Pengujian dilakukan untuk mengamati performa roket yang meliputi aspek keandalan peluncuran, karakteristik terbang, serta efektivitas sistem secara keseluruhan sebagai bagian dari pelaksanaan tugas pokok Dislitbangau. Keberhasilan uji tembak tersebut menjadi tolok ukur penting dalam proses sertifikasi dan pengembangan roket nasional, sementara hasil pengujian akan menjadi bahan evaluasi bagi penyempurnaan sistem pada tahap berikutnya.

Kadislitbangau juga menekankan kepada seluruh personel pelaksana agar senantiasa mengutamakan keselamatan terbang dan kerja, melaksanakan seluruh prosedur sesuai ketentuan, serta mendokumentasikan hasil pengujian secara lengkap dan akurat.

Kegiatan demonstrasi penembakan roket WAFAR RD-702 Practice kaliber 70 mm berlangsung dengan aman dan lancar. Diharapkan hasil pengujian tersebut semakin memperkuat ekosistem industri roket nasional melalui sinergi antara industri pertahanan, pengguna, lembaga penelitian, dan mitra strategis nasional dalam mendukung terwujudnya TNI AU yang AMPUH.

(TNI AU)

Royal Thai Army and Australian Army Conducted CHAPEL GOLD 2026 Joint Exercise

30 Juni 2026

Chapel Gold 2026 joint exercise at Chakraphong Camp, Prachinburi Province (photos: RTA)

Chapel Gold is an annual tactical exercise between the Royal Thai Army and the Australian Army, from platoon to battalion level, rotating training areas across different army regions each year.

This year's Chapel Gold 2026 exercise is taking place from June 18-29, 2026. The 1st Army Region is deploying over 400 personnel from the 2nd Infantry Regiment, Royal Guard, to participate alongside over 150 personnel from the Australian Army's Rifle Company Butterworth 148 (RCB 148).

On June 18, 2026, Major General Benjapol Dechatiwong Na Ayutthaya, Commander of the 2nd Infantry Division, Royal Guard, and Captain Paul Welch, RAN, Australian Military Attaché to Thailand, officially started the exercise. Co-presiding over the opening ceremony of the training exercise at Chakraphong Camp, Prachinburi Province.

This training involved soldiers from both countries participating in various exercises, including strategic operations, jungle survival, tactical shooting, and armored unit operations. It also facilitated the exchange of knowledge, experience, and military skills to enhance military familiarity and foster good relations between the two nations.

The Royal Thai Army believes that the Chapel Gold 2026 combined exercise will not only enhance the skills and combat readiness of personnel from both countries but also serve as a bridge to strengthen good relations and reflect a shared commitment to maintaining stability, security, and readiness to face various missions at both regional and international levels.

(Royal Thai Army) 

The 2nd Battalion Singapore Infantry Regiment (2 SIR) Completed ATEC Evaluation

30 Juni 2026

The 2nd Battalion Singapore Infantry Regiment (2 SIR) completed combined arms operations and drone capabilities exercise (photos: Singapore Army)

Our soldiers from the 2nd Battalion, Singapore Infantry Regiment (2 SIR) recently completed their Army Training Evaluation Centre (ATEC) evaluation at SAFTI City, where they were assessed on their ability to plan, coordinate and execute missions across demanding conventional and urban environments.

Through challenging scenarios involving combined arms operations and drone capabilities, our soldiers demonstrated resilience and adaptability, executing complex manoeuvres such as mounted assaults on the objective across multiple missions, safely and successfully. 

These achievements reflect the battalion's operational excellence, strong fighting spirit and readiness to defend our nation. Well done Lions! Second to None!

(Singapore Army)

Fregat KRI Balaputradewa-322 Ditargetkan Selesai September 2026

29 Juni 2026

KRI Balaputradewa-322, kapl Fregat Merah Putih unit pertama tengah dakam penyelesaian di PT PAL (photo: IDM)

Jakarta, IDM – Pembangunan kapal Fregat Merah Putih (FMP) unit pertama ditargetkan selesai pada September 2026 untuk diserahterimakan kepada TNI dan TNI Angkatan Laut.

Direktur Utama PT PAL Indonesia Kaharuddin Djenod mengatakan, FMP unit pertama direncanakan ikut dalam sailing pass pada peringatan hari ulang tahun (HUT) ke-81 TNI pada Oktober mendatang.

“Kami akan delivery pada September (2026), sehingga 5 Oktober (HUT TNI) nanti bisa melakukan sailing pass bersama-sama (KRI lain),” ujar Djenod kepada Indonesia Defense Magazine (IDM), Rabu (24/6).

Bersamaan dengan itu, FMP unit pertama akan dilengkapi persenjataan secara bertahap. Adapun FMP unit pertama diberi nama KRI Balaputradewa-322.

KRI Balaputradewa-322 dirancang sebagai kapal tempur modern berkemampuan multiperan.

Diketahui, Kementerian Pertahanan RI memesan dua unit fregat dari galangan asal Inggris, Babcock. PT PAL diberi mandat mengerjakan proyek tersebut, yang kemudian diberi nama Fregat Merah Putih.

PT PAL bekerja sama dengan Babcock membuat kapal perang berdasarkan desain Arrowhead 140.

(IDM)

US Approved FMS of F/A-18F and EA-18G Aircraft Training for Australia

29 Juni 2026

RAAF F/A-18F and EA-18G (photo: Aus DoD)

The U.S. Department of State has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Australia for the purchase of F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft training and related equipment. The estimated total cost is $250 million.   

The Government of Australia has requested to buy the following non-major defense equipment (MDE) items:  F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft classified and unclassified aircrew and maintenance training; protective personnel equipment; U.S. Government and contractor technical and logistics support services; classified and unclassified technical and non-technical manuals, books, publications, and training documentation; and other related elements of logistics and program support that will be added to the previously implemented cases.  The original Foreign Military Sales (FMS) case, valued at $18 million ($0 in major defense equipment (MDE)), included F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft aircrew and maintenance training; protective personnel equipment; U.S. Government and contractor technical and logistics support services; and other related elements of logistics and program support.  In 2015, the case was amended and added $39 million for a total of $67 million ($0 in MDE) and included F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft aircrew and maintenance training; protective personnel equipment; U.S. Government and contractor technical and logistics support services; and other related elements of logistics and program support.  In 2018, the case was amended and added $72 million for a total of $142 million ($0 in MDE) and included F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft classified and unclassified aircrew and maintenance training; protective personnel equipment; U.S. Government and contractor technical and logistics support services; and other related elements of logistics and program support.  This amendment caused the case to exceed congressional notification threshold, and it should have been notified to Congress at that time, but the technical error was not discovered until the partner requested an amendment.  This notification is for a combined total of the following non-MDE items:  F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft classified and unclassified aircrew and maintenance training; protective personnel equipment; U.S. Government and contractor technical and logistics support services; classified and unclassified technical and non-technical manuals, books, publications, and training documentation; and other related elements of logistics and program support.  The estimated total cost is $250 million. 

RAAF F/A-18F and EA-18G (photo: Finn Mc Guire)

This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States.  Australia is one of our most important allies in the Western Pacific.  The strategic location of this political and economic power contributes significantly to ensuring peace and economic stability in the Western Pacific.  It is vital to the U.S. national interest to assist our ally in developing and maintaining a strong and ready self-defense capability. 

The proposed sale will enhance Australia’s capability to meet current and future threats and increase its interoperability with the U.S. and its allies through comprehensive training.  Australia will have no difficulty absorbing this training into its armed forces. 

The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region. 

(US State Gov)

DESAN Laid the Keel for Second MPMS for Malaysia

29 Juni 2026

Keel laying ceremony for second MPMS for the MMEA (photos: Desan)

On Thursday, June 25, 2026, DESAN successfully held the "Laying the Keel" ceremony for the second Multi-Purpose Coast Guard Vessel (MPMS-2) that we built for the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA). 

The ceremony was attended by DESAN Shipyard's senior management, as well as the Malaysian Consul General in Istanbul, Ahmad Amiri Abu Bakar, the Malaysian Ministry of Home Affairs representative Shah Rizan bin Mohamad Sirat, the Coast Guard Command representative Rear Admiral Zulinda binti Ramly, and the Malaysian Military Attaché, Colonel Sazili Bin Ghazali. 

With this significant ceremony, we have taken an important step in the production phase where the main framework of MPMS-2 is taking shape.

This project, which we are carrying out with great discipline, will be the largest and most effective platform in the Malaysian Coast Guard Command's inventory, with its 99-meter length, fast intervention boats, unmanned surface vessels, and unmanned aerial vehicles.

 

As our Chairman of the Board, Cenk İsmail Kaptanoğlu, emphasized, this project, which is ahead of schedule, is one of the most concrete indicators of the long-term strategic partnership between Turkey and Malaysia. We are determined to continue bringing Turkey's engineering power and the advanced technology components of the Turkish defense industry to Malaysian waters and writing new success stories!

(Desan Shipyard)

Korea Utara Lakukan Komisioning Kapal Perusak Kelas Choe Hyon Pertama

28 Juni 2026

Kapal perusak rudal berpemandu kelas Choe Hyon (all photos: KCNA)

Korea Utara telah melakukan komisioning kapal perusak rudal berpemandu kelas Choe Hyon pertamanya. Pemimpin negara Kim Jong-un menggunakan upacara pengoperasian tersebut untuk memberi sinyal akan segera dilakukannya nuklirisasi Angkatan Laut Rakyat Korea dan pergeseran dari postur pertahanan pantai semata.

Dalam pidatonya yang disampaikan pada upacara pengoperasian pada 23 Juni, Kim mengatakan angkatan laut sedang bertransisi menjadi kekuatan yang dilengkapi dengan kemampuan strategis, mencatat bahwa program untuk mempersenjatai angkatan laut dengan senjata nuklir berjalan sesuai rencana.

Ia juga mengindikasikan bahwa peran angkatan laut akan meluas melampaui pertahanan pesisir, menyatakan bahwa angkatan laut akan ditugaskan untuk beroperasi di perairan tempat aset militer saingan ditempatkan dan untuk melakukan misi pencegahan.

Upacara tersebut menandai puncak dari proses pengembangan yang telah menyaksikan kapal perusak Choe Hyon bergerak cepat dari peluncuran hingga pengujian operasional.

Choe Hyon diluncurkan pada April 2025, tetapi pada Maret 2026 telah menunjukkan peran serangan utamanya dengan melakukan peluncuran beruntun rudal jelajah secara cepat, menandakan bahwa sistem tempur dan integrasi senjatanya hampir siap beroperasi.

Di luar peresmian itu sendiri, pidato Kim memberikan wawasan tambahan tentang arah strategi maritim Korea Utara.

Kim mengakui bahwa negara tersebut saat ini kekurangan infrastruktur pangkalan yang memadai untuk kapal perang besar, dan menggambarkan pembangunan pangkalan angkatan laut modern sebagai kebutuhan mendesak.

Ia juga mengulangi ambisi untuk memperluas armada dengan kapal tempur permukaan yang lebih besar, termasuk kapal kelas 10.000 ton, dan mengindikasikan bahwa operasi angkatan laut di masa depan akan meluas lebih jauh di luar wilayah tersebut.

(Jane's)

ScanEagle Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) of the PN's 71 MUARS

28 Juni 2026

Boeing Insitu ScanEagle Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) operated by the 71st Maritime Unmanned Aerial Reconnaissance Squadron (71 MUARS) (photos: PN)

The Boeing Insitu ScanEagle Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) serves as a primary intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) asset for the Philippine Navy's Naval Air Wing. It is operated by the 71st Maritime Unmanned Aerial Reconnaissance Squadron (71 MUARS), based out of Naval Station Leovigildo Gantioqui in San Antonio, Zambales. 

The system acts as the Navy's "Eye in the Sky," providing crucial real-time maritime domain awareness across territorial waters, including the West Philippine Sea.

The Philippine Navy formally accepted the $14.79 million USD ScanEagle transfer package from the United States under the Maritime Security Initiative (MSI) program.

The package included eight air vehicles, two launchers, a ground control station, and the Skyhook retrieval setup. Following a year of intensive crew training, 71 MUARS officially commenced operational deployments of the system.

(PAFU II)

RMAF Develops Fully Malaysian-Made Anti-Drone Laser Weapon

28 Juni 2026

Birdie-X high-powered laser anti drone systems (photo: Utusan)

The Iran, Ukraine and Nagorno-Karabakh conflicts have shown how cheap drone fleets can wreak havoc on conventional weapons systems. So various anti-drone defense systems have been developed in the form of missiles, MANPADS and even laser systems.

At the Malaysia Aerospace Summit 2026 (MyAERO), the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) has shown the first locally made anti-drone system. The Birdie-X system uses lasers to repel drones in the air. It is the result of a collaboration between the RMAF, the Defence Science and Technology Research Institute (STRIDE), and Benua Defence as a low-cost solution to the modern drone threat.

In the New Straits Times report, Birdie-X uses a high-powered laser with an operating cost of only hundreds of ringgit per shot. Birdie-X's creator, Lieutenant Colonel Hairul Zaimy, said that drone-repelling systems such as missiles cost millions of ringgit.

No information on the power of the laser used, whether it is portable, can be used on vehicles and how long it took to develop Birdie-X was shared with the public.

Several anti-drone laser systems have been developed over the past 20 years, but they have not yet been able to completely repel laser attacks. For example, the Iron Beam anti-drone laser system developed by Rafael and Elbit Systems in Israel was ineffective during an Iranian attack this year. When launched four years ago, the Iron Beam was claimed to be able to shoot down not only drones but also missiles at a cost of just $15 per shot.

(Amanz)

Delivery of New FA-50 Fighter Jets on Schedule - PAF

27 Juni 2026

FA-50PH Light Combat Aircraft (photo: PAF)

MANILA – The Philippine Air Force (PAF) said on Friday that the first batch of South Korean-made Mach 1.5 capable FA-50 Block 70 fighter aircraft is scheduled to be delivered in 2028.

"With the signing of the contract for additional 12 FA-50s last June 3, 2025, the PAF is expecting deliveries to be completed by 2030," Air Force spokesperson Col. Ma. Christina Basco told the Philippine News Agency.

She added that deliveries will be made in batches of two aircraft until the order is completed.

The contract for the 12 FA-50 Block 70 fighter aircraft, acquired from Korea Aerospace Industries, Ltd. (KAI), is worth more than USD700 million.

The comprehensive package includes mission equipment, integrated logistics support, and a training and logistics information system.

The acquisition of these FA-50 Block 70 are under the Armed Forces of the Philippines Rehorizon 3.

The South Korean-made combat jet represents the latest evolution of the FA-50 platform, featuring advanced avionics, modern radar systems, and extended operational range.

“Its acquisition marks a significant enhancement to the country’s air defense capabilities and aligns with the DND’s Comprehensive Archipelagic Defense Concept,” the Department of National Defense (DND) earlier said.

It said the acquisition underscores the Philippine government’s “continued commitment to national defense” and further strengthens its bilateral defense cooperation with South Korea.

The DND earlier acquired 12 FA-50 aircraft from KAI for PHP18.9 billion under Horizon 1 of the AFP Modernization Program, which ran from 2015 to 2017.

These earlier acquired FA-50s served as the PAF's primary air defense aircraft, with the planes also being used to patrol the skies of the West Philippine Sea. 

As this developed, the DND expressed its thanks to the South Korean government and its defense industries for its continued support to the ongoing AFP Modernization Program.

This took place during the 27th Philippines–Republic of Korea Joint Committee Meeting (JCM) on Logistics and Defense Industry Cooperation in Mandaluyong City on June 23.

The meeting focused on advanced defense modernization, logistics cooperation, and defense industry development. 

DND Assistant Secretary for Logistics and Acquisition Rene Raoul Rommel Honasan, Philippine Head of Delegation, co-chaired the meeting with South Korea's Defense Acquisition Program Administration Vice Minister Il Dong Kim. 

The meeting follows the recent state visit of South Korean President Lee Jae Myung to the Philippines, during which defense cooperation was identified as a key area of bilateral collaboration, reflecting the growing strategic partnership between the two countries. 

"As the AFP continues its modernization efforts, we appreciate the support of the Republic of Korea and the continued interest of Korean defense companies in supporting the AFP Modernization Program," Honasan said. 

The meeting was built on the outcomes of the 26th JCM held in Busan last February 2025, which emphasized long-term sustainment, lifecycle management of defense systems, logistics support, technology transfer, and defense industry cooperation. 

In this iteration, discussions focused on advancing sustainment and maintenance initiatives for existing defense platforms, strengthening logistics support mechanisms, enhancing maintenance, repair, and overhaul capabilities, expanding technology and knowledge exchanges, and exploring opportunities for greater cooperation in defense industry development and capability sustainment. 

(PNA)

Kemhan: Indonesia Tidak Produksi KF-21 Bersama, tapi Langsung Beli dari Korea Selatan

27 Juni 2026

Pesawat tempur KF-21 Boramae (photo: KAI)

JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com - Kementerian Pertahanan (Kemhan) mengungkapkan Indonesia tidak terlibat dalam produksi bersama pesawat tempur KF-21 Boramae dengan Korea Selatan. 

Namun, Indonesia akan memperoleh pesawat tempur tersebut melalui skema pembelian langsung dari pemerintah Korea Selatan. 

“Indonesia tidak melakukan produksi KF-21 bersama, tetapi langsung membeli dari Korea,” kata Kepala Badan Logistik Pertahanan (Kabaloghan) Kemhan Marsekal Madya TNI Yusuf Jauhari, di Kemhan, Jakarta Pusat, Jumat (26/6/2026). 

Rencana Indonesia untuk memiliki jet tempur KF-21 Boramae dari Korea Selatan memang sebelumnya belum mencapai tahap keputusan final.

Pemerintah menyatakan, prosesnya masih berada pada tahap penjajakan dan negosiasi lanjutan.

Kepala Biro Informasi Pertahanan Kementerian Pertahanan (Kemhan) RI Brigjen Rico Ricardo Sirait menegaskan pada April 2026 bahwa belum ada keputusan terkait pembelian pesawat tempur generasi baru tersebut. 

“Perlu kami sampaikan bahwa rencana terkait pesawat tempur KF-21 Boramae saat ini masih berada pada tahap penjajakan,” kata Rico, kepada wartawan, Jumat (3/4/2026).

Pernyataan ini merespons kabar bahwa Korea Selatan siap mengirim 16 unit KF-21 sesuai permintaan Indonesia. 

Dia menambahkan, realisasi kontrak sangat bergantung pada kemampuan anggaran negara dan hasil kajian kebutuhan operasional TNI.

(Kompas)

Indonesia Selesaikan Pembayaran Terakhir Cost-Share KF-21

27 Juni 2026

Indonesia dan Korea resmi melakukan penyesuaian kontrak pembayaran cost share pengembangan pesawat KF-21 pada bulan Mei 2024, yang kemudian disahkan melalui penandatanganan kesepakatan akhir pada Juni 2025 dengan beban biaya pengembangan Indonesia dipangkas menjadi sepertiga dari kesepakatan awal, yakni menjadi sekitar 600 miliar won (sekitar Rp7,07 triliun) (photo: DAPA)

Telah dikonfirmasi bahwa Indonesia telah menyelesaikan pembayaran cost-share dari biaya pengembangan bersama untuk jet tempur Korea KF-21. Dengan berakhirnya perselisihan yang berkepanjangan mengenai pembagian biaya antara Korea dan Indonesia, hal ini diharapkan akan berdampak positif pada negosiasi di masa mendatang untuk pembelian 48 unit KF-21 oleh Angkatan Udara Indonesia.

Menurut laporan komprehensif berdasarkan sumber lokal Indonesia dan liputan media Korea pada tanggal 26 Juni, Indonesia baru-baru ini membayar saldo akhir sebesar 63,6 miliar won dari kontribusi pengembangan bersama yang harus dibayarkan kepada Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI). Dengan demikian, Indonesia kini telah membayar seluruh kontribusi cost-share setelah penyesuaian sekitar 600 miliar won yang disepakati dengan pemerintah Korea.

Tiga gelombang akuisisi KF-21

Dengan selesainya pembayaran kontribusi, perhatian beralih ke kontrak pembelian KF-21 Indonesia. Dilaporkan bahwa Indonesia saat ini sedang mempertimbangkan rencana untuk mengakuisisi 48 unit KF-21 dalam tiga gelombang masing-masing 16 unit. Di antara semua itu, negosiasi untuk memasok 16 unit pertama ke Angkatan Udara Indonesia sedang berjalan lebih dulu.

Menurut gabungan sumber lokal Indonesia dan laporan media Korea, konsensus yang signifikan dilaporkan telah tercapai mengenai harga pembelian dan jadwal pengiriman KF-21. Namun, koordinasi anggaran internal dalam pemerintahan Indonesia masih berlangsung. Diketahui bahwa Kementerian Pertahanan, Kementerian Keuangan, dan Kementerian Perencanaan Pembangunan Nasional (Bappenas) saat ini sedang membahas metode pembiayaan untuk pembelian KF-21. Variabel lain adalah fakta bahwa, karena sifat proyek pengadaan pertahanan Indonesia, diperlukan Pinjaman Luar Negeri (PLN) dan anggaran pengadaan domestik (Rupiah Murni Pendamping/RMP).

Jika konsultasi internal pemerintah berjalan cepat, ada kemungkinan anggaran untuk pembelian KF-21 akan disetujui sekitar kuartal ketiga 2026. Namun, waktu persetujuan dapat tertunda tergantung pada metode pengadaan anggaran dan hasil koordinasi antar kementerian. Meskipun demikian, dengan pembayaran kontribusi pengembangan bersama (cost-share) yang kini telah selesai, diperkirakan bahwa negosiasi dengan Indonesia untuk pembelian KF-21 telah memasuki fase yang lebih maju daripada sebelumnya.

(BizHankook)

Dirjen Pothan Kemhan Hadiri Handover Ceremony Program Offset Fregate FREMM di PT Dieselindo Utama Nusa

26 Juni 2026

Offset handover ceremony di PT Dieselindo Utama Nusa (photos: Dieselindo)

Tangerang  – Direktur Jenderal Potensi Pertahanan Kementerian Pertahanan RI, Laksamana Muda TNI Sri Yanto, S.T., menghadiri Handover Ceremony Mockup Diesel Generator & Special Tools Isotta Fraschini Motori di PT Dieselindo Utama Nusa, Cikupa, Kabupaten Tangerang, sebagai bagian dari implementasi program ofset pengadaan Kapal Fregate jenis FREMM.

Dalam arahannya, Dirjen Pothan menegaskan bahwa program ofset merupakan instrumen strategis untuk meningkatkan kemampuan industri pertahanan nasional melalui transfer teknologi, peningkatan kompetensi SDM, dan penguatan industri dalam negeri. Penyerahan mockup diesel generator dan special tools tersebut diharapkan dapat meningkatkan kemampuan nasional dalam pemeliharaan dan dukungan teknis sistem permesinan kapal guna mendukung kesiapan operasional Alutsista TNI Angkatan Laut.

Dirjen Pothan juga menyampaikan apresiasi kepada Fincantieri S.p.A. dan PT Dieselindo Utama Nusa atas komitmen dan kerja samanya dalam mendukung penguatan industri pertahanan nasional. Kegiatan dilanjutkan dengan peninjauan fasilitas workshop serta penandatanganan berita acara serah terima. Melalui kegiatan ini, diharapkan ekosistem industri pertahanan nasional semakin maju, kuat, mandiri, dan berdaya saing.

(Ditjen Pothan)

EOS Received Order for New Counter-Drone (US$124m) and Middle East JV for Laser Weapons and Remote Weapon System

26 Juni 2026

EOS Slinger counter-drone kinetic Remote Weapon System (photo: EOS)

Electro Optic Systems Holdings Limited (together with its subsidiaries, “EOS” or the “Company”) (ASX:EOS), is pleased to provide the following updates.

EOS has secured a US$124m (~A$175m) order for its Slinger Counter-Drone Remote Weapon System (“RWS”), to be supplied to Generation 5 Holding L.L.C (“Gen5”). Gen5 is a 100% United Arab Emirates (“UAE”) owned provider of defence equipment, technology and services headquartered in Abu Dhabi in the UAE.

The order includes the RWS, cannon, spares, training and other supplies. EOS understands that the systems are intended to strengthen defence systems in light of ongoing regional tensions in the Middle East. The Slinger RWS is EOS’ market leading cannon-based counter-drone defence system.

The systems are expected to be manufactured in Australia and the UAE, and be delivered during 2027 and 2028. The order is subject to Gen5’s customary terms and will be subject to export approvals requirements.

The order further strengthens the relationship between EOS and Gen5 following the announcement on 20 May 2026 that EOS had received a commitment from Generation 5 Holding L.L.C to subscribe, as part of EOS' strategic placement, for A$30m of fully paid ordinary shares in EOS. This is conditional on shareholder approval under ASX listing rule 7.1 being sought at EOS' Extraordinary General Meeting on Friday, 26 June 2026.

EOS Apollo High Energy Laser Weapon (HELW) (photo: EOS)

EOS has worked closely with the UAE Government for many years to provide a range of high technology counter-drone systems. EOS is recognised for its innovative counter-drone technology, including:

-Slinger, EOS’ counter-drone kinetic RWS; and

-Apollo, EOS’ High Energy Laser Weapon (HELW) product.

EOS and Gen5 have entered into a binding, conditional, joint-venture shareholders agreement (“JVA”) to establish an incorporated joint venture (“JV”) for:

-the development, manufacturing and global distribution of a 200-300kW next generation HELW;

-the manufacturing and distribution of EOS’ existing 100-150kW HELW in the UAE (including for the “UAE - Korean Offset Program” arising between the UAE and the Republic of Korea) and certain other Middle East and North Africa (“MENA”) countries; and

-the manufacturing and distribution of certain existing EOS RWS including the R400, R500 and R800 in UAE and certain other MENA countries.

This JV is a strategic growth initiative, formed to capitalise on EOS technology and establish advanced manufacturing capability in the UAE.

(EOS)

The Philippines is in Talks to Acquire 20 KF-21 Boramae Fighter Jets

26 Juni 2026

KF-21 Boramae and FA-50 (photos: Daum)

TSAMTO -- The Philippine government is in talks with Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) to acquire 20 KF-21 Boramae multirole fighter jets using South Korean concessional financing.

According to South Korean media, the acquisition is part of the third phase of the Armed Forces of the Philippines' modernization program (Horizon 3), which provides for the purchase of a total of up to 40 multirole combat aircraft.

Negotiations are underway with the Philippines for the purchase of 12-20 aircraft, with delivery scheduled for 2027-2029.

According to the South Korean publication Reportera, the Philippines' Department of National Defense has been in talks with KAI regarding the acquisition of the KF-21 since October 2025, immediately following the aircraft's unveiling at the ADEX 2025 aerospace exhibition in Seoul. An industry source described the progress of the negotiations as positive, drawing a parallel with the successful conclusion of a contract for the supply of 12 additional FA-50 light attack aircraft to the Philippine Air Force, worth approximately $700 million, signed in June 2025.

The key legal mechanism for financing the deal is a provision of the Philippine National Budget Act for FY2026, which for the first time directly authorizes the government to obtain foreign loans for the purchase of military equipment.

In May 2026, KAI President Kim Jong-chul announced that the total volume of KF-21 aircraft under ongoing export negotiations exceeded 200 aircraft, with the Philippines, along with Indonesia, Malaysia, and Poland, among the priority buyers.

KAI's proposal to the Philippines is being considered for the KF-21 Block 1 modification, which is primarily focused on air superiority missions. A phased upgrade to the Block 2 configuration, which expands ground attack capabilities, is envisioned. Block 2 deliveries to the ROK Air Force are scheduled to begin in 2027-2031. The estimated cost of early production KF-21s is in the range of $80-90 million per unit, with the final cost of a package of 12-20 aircraft, including logistics support, spare parts, and initial pilot training, estimated at $1.0-1.5 billion.

The negotiations also include the possibility of establishing a maintenance, repair and operations center at Clark Air Force Base.

The Philippine Air Force has operated 12 KAI-built FA-50PH fighter jets (a variant of the T-50 combat-trainer) since 2014, with delivery of 12 additional Block 20 FA-50s expected from 2026. KAI's proven logistics infrastructure and trained technical personnel give it a competitive advantage in the tender for the new fighter jets.

The KF-21's competitors in the tender include the F-16C/D Block 70/72 (Lockheed Martin, USA) and the JAS-39E/F Gripen (Saab, Sweden). According to reports, the Philippines' Department of Defense (DoD) returned Lockheed Martin's proposal as exceeding the approved procurement budget ceiling.

(TSAMTO)

HII Supports Multinational MCM Exercise in New Zealand with HII REMUS 300 UUVs and HII ODYSSEY Autonomy

25 Juni 2026

HII's Remus 300 UUV for the multinational mine countermeasures exercise NAUTILUS photos: HII)

HII recently provided embedded field support personnel for the multinational mine countermeasures exercise NAUTILUS, hosted by the Royal New Zealand Navy’s (RNZN) dive and hydrographic team, HMNZS MATATAUA.

The Royal Australian Navy’s (RAN) mine countermeasures (MCM) cadre participated in the exercise at the remote training area of Tauranga Bay in northern New Zealand, gaining initial vehicle familiarization and mission training. Both nations benefited from hands-on expeditionary operations involving beach launch and recovery, Littoral Maneuver Craft deployment of HII’s REMUS 300 unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), and training on the ODYSSEY Autonomy Mission Planning Software.

The RAN will soon accept several REMUS 300 UUVs to enhance its MCM operations, and the exercise provided an opportunity for early familiarization with the systems alongside highly experienced operators.

Support from HII Software Engineer Eric Bernard and New Zealand Ocean Technology Mechatronics Engineer Jack Towers, who were fully integrated into the exercise team, helped maximize training outcomes and vehicle operational availability.

“This was a great opportunity to see REMUS in use by sailors and how it contributes to supporting our allies and partners around the globe,” said Eric Bernard, Odyssey Software Engineer. “It was amazing to be part of not only a multinational exercise, but also the partnership between industry and our military customers.”

“Seeing the New Zealand and Australian sailors working together in this expeditionary environment was inspiring,” said Gary Rogeness, director of Unmanned Systems Business Development. “Their professionalism and camaraderie were evident throughout the exercise.”

(HII)

RTAF Visited the Production Line of the Gripen E/F

25 Juni 2026

Production line of the RTAF's Gripen E/F in Linköping, Kingdom of Sweden (photos: RTAF)

Thai Air Chief Marshal Anurak Rommanarak, Chief of Staff of the Royal Thai Air Force, representing the Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Air Force, attended the launch ceremony of the first Gripen F aircraft of the Brazilian Air Force in Linköping, Kingdom of Sweden. 

He also visited the production line and exchanged experiences with executives, experts, and test pilots of SAAB to develop knowledge to improve the efficiency of the RTAF's Gripen E/F procurement project.

The RTAF will receive 1 Gripen F and 3 Gripen E aircraft under the Phase 1 replacement fighter-attack aircraft procurement project to enhance its capability in protecting Thai airspace in the future.

(RTAF)

Skadron Udara 1 Laksanakan Latihan Air Refueling dengan Pesawat Hawk

25 Juni 2026

Latihan Air Refueling dengan Pesawat Hawk 209 (photos: SkadronUdara1)

SkadronUdara1-- Skadron Udara 1 melaksanakan latihan Air Refuelling di Lanud Supadio sebagai bagian dari upaya meningkatkan kesiapan tempur dan kemampuan operasional penerbang serta pesawat dalam menjalankan misi pertahanan udara.

Kemampuan pengisian bahan bakar di udara memungkinkan pesawat memperluas jangkauan operasi, memperpanjang waktu patroli, serta mempertahankan kehadiran kekuatan udara di wilayah strategis tanpa harus kembali ke pangkalan. Kemampuan ini menjadi salah satu elemen penting dalam menjaga kesiapsiagaan dan respons cepat terhadap setiap ancaman terhadap kedaulatan udara nasional.

Melalui latihan yang dilaksanakan secara profesional dan berkesinambungan, Skadron Udara 1 terus mengasah kemampuan personel untuk mewujudkan TNI AU AMPUH dan siap melaksanakan setiap tugas yang dipercayakan oleh bangsa dan negara.

Terbang lebih jauh. Bertahan lebih lama. Siap bertempur kapan saja.

(SkadronUdara1)

$2.5 Billion Contract for Canada's Arctic Over-The-Horizon Radar (OTHR) Marks Australia's Largest Ever Defence Export

24 Juni 2026

Artist impression of Arctic over-the-horizon radar (image: BAESystems)

The Australian and Canadian governments have announced an export agreement of Australia’s High Frequency Surveillance capability system to establish an Arctic over-the-horizon radar (A-OTHR) in Canada.

Under the agreement, which will be Australia’s largest ever defence export, BAE Systems Australia will support both governments as the A-OTHR industry partner. 

The Australian solution for A-OTHR is built on a mature, high-performance OTHR capability that delivers enhanced detection and tracking of threats to security, building on more than 40 years of expertise and innovation. 

An OTHR capability works by refracting high-frequency electromagnetic waves off the ionosphere to 'see' objects thousands of kilometres away that are invisible to conventional radars because of the curvature of the earth.

BAE Systems Australia has demonstrated experience in the full lifecycle support of complex OTHR capabilities, including the Jindalee Operational Radar Network (JORN), which plays a vital role in supporting the Australian Defence Force (ADF), border protection, disaster relief and rescue operations.

BAE Systems Australia stands ready to support the rapid delivery of operational capability to Canada with an experienced workforce in the installation, operation, upgrade and sustainment of complex OTHR systems.

The agreement enables deeper collaboration on OTHR capability development between Australia and Canada to meet emerging threats. BAE Systems Australia will continue to support both nations as it progresses.

Craig Lockhart, Chief Executive Officer, BAE Systems Australia:

"The export of Australian OTHR capability presents a significant opportunity for both Australian and Canadian industry and positions domestic firms to expand exports of high-value goods and services, particularly into allied defence and technology markets. 

Canada’s acquisition of a cutting-edge Australian OTHR system supports the strategic interests of both nations through enhanced detection and tracking of threats to North America, strengthening Five-Eyes situational awareness."

(Aus DoD)