Helikopter Mi-17V5 TNI AD Laksanakan Muatan Gantung (Sling Load)

24 Juli 2026

Mi-17V5 TNI AD latihan sling load (photos: Skadron 31/AYC)

Latihan sling load merupakan bagian penting dalam menjaga kesiapan awak dan alutsista untuk mendukung mobilitas logistik serta berbagai misi operasi. 

Setiap prosedur dilaksanakan dengan standar keselamatan tinggi demi tercapainya keberhasilan tugas.

Skadron Udara 31/Amur Yudha Cakti (atau Skadron 31/Serbu) merupakan skadron udara dibawah kendali Pusat Penerbangan Angkatan Darat yang bermarkas di Lanumad Ahmad Yani, Semarang, Jawa Tengah. 

Skadron 31/Amur Yudha Cakti selain berperan sebagai satuan penerbangan TNI Angkatan Darat dalam Operasi Militer Perang (OMP), juga berperan dalam Operasi Militer Selain Perang (OMSP).

(Skadron 31/AYC | Wiki)

19 More Stryker 8x8 Wheeled Armored Vehicles Arrived for the Royal Thai Army

24 Juli 2026

19 additional Stryker8x8 have arrived in Thailand (photos: Royal Thai Army, NGP)

The Maintenance Battalion of the 11th Infantry Division, Royal Thai Army, has deployed a team of maintenance technicians to support the transportation of these Stryker armored vehicles, acquired by the Royal Thai Army under the Excess Defense Article (EDA) program via the Foreign Military Sale (FMS) scheme.

The first batch of 19 vehicles has been moved to the Motor Pool of the 112th Infantry Regiment to await repairs and refurbishment.

The vehicle types are as follows:

1. Infantry Carrier Vehicle (ICV): 10 units

2. Reconnaissance Vehicle (RV): 4 units

3. Command Vehicle (CV): 4 units

4. Medical Evacuation Vehicle (MEV): 1 unit

(Royal Thai Army)

Singapore Navy Launches Second Multi-role Combat Vessel

24 Juli 2026

RSS Valour, second Victory-class Multi-Role Combat Vessel (MRCV) (photo, infographics: Sing Mindef)

Coordinating Minister for National Security and Minister for Home Affairs, Mr K Shanmugam, officiated the launch ceremony of the Republic of Singapore Navy’s (RSN) second Victory-class Multi-Role Combat Vessel (MRCV), Valour, at the ST Engineering’s Benoi Shipyard today.

Coordinating Minister for National Security and Minister for Home Affairs, Mr K Shanmugam, officiated the launch ceremony of the Republic of Singapore Navy’s (RSN) second Victory-class Multi-Role Combat Vessel (MRCV), Valour, at the ST Engineering’s Benoi Shipyard today. The MRCV was launched by Mr Shanmugam’s spouse, who was the Lady Sponsor. 

The ceremony was also attended by Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing, Senior Minister of State for Defence Zaqy Mohamad, Chief of Defence Force Vice Admiral Aaron Beng, Chief Defence Scientist Mr Tan Peng Yam, Chief of Navy Rear Admiral Sean Wat, and senior defence officials from the Ministry of Defence, the Singapore Armed Forces, and the Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA).

Speaking at the ceremony, Mr Shanmugam highlighted that a strong and capable Navy was integral to safeguarding Singapore’s sea lines of communication and sovereignty, “It is a fundamental national priority for us to keep our maritime approaches secure, open and free. In fact, it’s a matter of survival. The MRCV strengthens our Navy's ability to help us fulfil this mission.” He added, “The future security environment continues to evolve. We will not be able to predict every challenge that we will face. But we can build platforms that can adapt and respond to a wide range of scenarios, and evolve alongside those challenges.”

MRCV Valour is the second of six MRCVs to be launched. The MRCV is designed to function as a “mothership” for unmanned aerial, surface and underwater systems for the conduct of naval operations. The MRCVs will also be equipped with advanced sensors, weapon systems and network capabilities. This will allow her to handle a wide range of threats, and function as a Command ship. Designed with advanced automation, the MRCV will be able to operate safely and effectively with a smaller crew compared to other warships of similar size and capability.

MRCV Valour will be undergoing outfitting, platform and combat systems integration, and acceptance trials. In parallel, pioneer MRCV crew will also begin training to prepare them to operationalise the ship in the coming years. The MRCVs will be delivered progressively from 2028 onwards.

Multi-Role Combat Vessel (MRCV) (infographic: CNA)

The MRCV project reflects the strong partnership with the Defence Technology Community, including DSTA, DSO National Laboratories, ST Engineering, and other industry partners, to ensure that the ship can deliver its envisaged operational outcomes. 

(Sing Mindef)

KN Belut Laut 406 Laksanakan Latihan Penembakan Meriam 30MM, Mitraliur 12,7MM, dan Senjata Ringan

23 Juli 2026

KN Belut Laut 406 laksanakan latihan penembakan (photos: Bakamla)

Batam, Dalam rangka peningkatan kemampuan personel KN Bakamla RI. KN Belut Laut 406 yang dikomandani oleh Letkol Bakamla Haslul Prio Widiatmoko melaksakan giat Latihan dan Pemanasan Peralatan Teknis dan Senjata. KN Belut Laut 406 bersama KN Bintang Laut 401 melaksanakan latihan penembakan Meriam 30MM, Mitraliur 12,7 MM dan Senjata Ringan di Perairan Batam.

Kegiatan ini dihadiri oleh Deputi Operasi dan Latihan Bakamla RI Laksda TNI Eko Wahjono, S.E., M.M, Direktur Operasi Laut Bakamla RI Laksma TNI Lukman Kharish, S.T., M.Han beserta tim dari Mabes Bakamla RI.

Dalam kegiatan ini Deputi Operasi dan Latihan Bakamla RI menekankan kepada personel KN Bakamla RI agar selalu tanggap, tangguh, trengginas dalam melaksanaan tugas patroli keamanan, keselamatan, dan penegakan hukum di wilayah perairan dan yurisdiksi Indonesia.

(KN 406 Bakamla)

New Home for Uncrewed Aerial Systems

23 Juli 2026

822X Squadron is a Royal Australian Navy Fleet Air Arm squadron established in October 2018. Its role is to trial unmanned aerial vehicles. 822X Squadron is permanently headquartered at HMAS Albatross, located roughly 6 kilometers from the town of Nowra, positioned within the Shoalhaven region on the South Coast of New South Wales, Australia (photos: Aus DoD)

Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles visited the newly completed uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) facility at Jervis Bay recently.

The visit displayed the facility’s role in supporting emerging aviation and autonomous systems, as well as the personnel who employ and sustain them.

A-61 Integrator on the stand ready for launch at 822X squadron, Jervis Bay Airfield, NSW (photos: Aus DoD)

Acting Commander Fleet Air Arm Captain Samuel Dale highlighted the significance of modern infrastructure in enabling Defence to adapt to an increasingly complex operating environment.

“These facilities are about more than buildings, they provide the foundation for our people to safely operate, maintain and integrate the next generation of Defence capabilities,” Captain Dale said.

“As our systems evolve, so too must the environments in which our personnel train and work.”

Mr Marles spoke about the recently released 2026 National Defence Strategy and the Government’s investment in autonomous and uncrewed capabilities to enhance Australia’s defence readiness and resilience.

“Autonomous systems will play an increasingly important role in our future force, but technology alone does not deliver capability,” Mr Marles said.

“Our people remain our greatest asset, and investing in them is essential to ensuring these systems achieve their full potential.”

Commanding Officer 822X Squadron Commander Jeffery Choat acknowledged the dedication of the squadron’s workforce and the important role they play in delivering capability outcomes.

“We may be a small team of just 53 personnel, but the professionalism, innovation and commitment demonstrated by our people every day is what makes 822X Squadron successful,” Commander Choat said. 

“This facility will help us continue delivering for Defence well into the future.”

(Aus DoD)

BRIN dan Kemenhan Bahas Potensi Logam Tanah Jarang (LTJ) untuk Industri Pertahanan

23 Juli 2026

Pembahasan Logam Tanah Jarang untuk Industri Pertahanan (photo: BRIN)

Potensi logam tanah jarang (LTJ) sebagai bahan baku industri pertahanan menjadi salah satu fokus pembahasan dalam audiensi Badan Informasi dan Komunikasi Intelijen Pertahanan (BIK Intelhan) Kementerian Pertahanan Republik Indonesia dengan Badan Riset dan Inovasi Nasional (BRIN) di Pusat Riset Teknologi Mineral (PRTM), Kawasan Sains dan Teknologi (KST) Iskandar Zulkarnain, Lampung, Kamis (16/7).

Audiensi tersebut membahas pemanfaatan sumber daya mineral strategis melalui dukungan riset serta pengembangan teknologi ekstraksi dan pemurnian mineral guna mendukung kebutuhan industri pertahanan nasional.

Kepala Pusat Riset Teknologi Mineral BRIN, Fajar Nurjaman, mengatakan PRTM BRIN didukung infrastruktur riset yang menunjang pengembangan teknologi pengolahan mineral, termasuk untuk mendukung hilirisasi.

Logam Tanah Jarang (photo: BRIN)

"Fasilitas riset mineral BRIN di Lampung didukung oleh infrastruktur modern yang dioptimalkan untuk mendukung hilirisasi mineral, termasuk potensi ekstraksi tingkat lanjut bagi kebutuhan industri strategis nasional," ujar Fajar.

Dengan kapasitas riset tersebut, Kementerian Pertahanan menyampaikan kebutuhan akan informasi ilmiah mengenai potensi mineral strategis yang dapat dimanfaatkan sebagai bahan baku industri pertahanan.

Perwakilan Kementerian Pertahanan, Beny D. Widodo dan Bintang Berliant, menyampaikan bahwa penguatan kemandirian alat utama sistem persenjataan (alutsista) menjadi salah satu fokus kementerian. Untuk mendukung upaya tersebut, Kementerian Pertahanan melakukan pendataan potensi mineral strategis di berbagai wilayah Indonesia.

Logam Tanah Jarang (photo: Magnific)

Ia menambahkan bahwa pihaknya ingin memperoleh gambaran mengenai potensi logam tanah jarang di Lampung yang dapat dikembangkan lebih lanjut.

"Kami bermaksud mencari tahu secara pasti apakah terdapat kandungan mineral strategis atau Logam Tanah Jarang (LTJ) spesifik di wilayah Lampung yang dapat dipetakan untuk kemudian diolah oleh BRIN demi mencukupi kebutuhan material pertahanan di masa depan," ujarnya.

Menanggapi hal tersebut, Peneliti Ahli Madya BRIN, Fika Rofiek Mufakhir, memaparkan potensi ekonomi pengembangan logam tanah jarang di Indonesia. Paparan tersebut mencakup karakteristik LTJ, kegunaannya, tren harga komoditas global, perkembangan riset BRIN, serta pengembangan teknologi ekstraksi dan pemurnian sebagai bagian dari pengembangan teknologi mineral kritis.

Logam Tanah Jarang/Rare Earth Element Indonesia (infographic: BRIN)

Fika juga menjelaskan bahwa logam tanah jarang memiliki berbagai aplikasi dalam industri berteknologi tinggi, termasuk sektor pertahanan.

"Logam tanah jarang dimanfaatkan dalam berbagai aplikasi strategis, mulai dari komponen pemandu rudal, sistem radar, hingga komponen alutsista yang memerlukan material berkekuatan tinggi," jelas Fika.

Pertemuan tersebut juga menjadi ajang pertukaran informasi mengenai kebutuhan material sektor pertahanan, potensi mineral strategis di Lampung, serta kapabilitas riset BRIN dalam teknologi ekstraksi dan pemurnian mineral. 

Pertukaran informasi tersebut diharapkan menjadi langkah awal dalam penjajakan kerja sama riset guna mendukung pemanfaatan mineral strategis bagi kebutuhan industri pertahanan nasional. 

(BRIN)

Leonardo, PT ESystem Solutions and the Indonesia MoD Sign Letter of Intent for AW149 Helicopters to Meet Naval Rotorcraft Requirements

22 Juli 2026

AW149 helicopter for search and disaster relief for the Indonesian Navy (photo: Leonardo)

Farnborough, Leonardo, PT ESystem Solutions and the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Indonesia (MoD) today announced the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) for the supply and support of naval helicopters for the Indonesian Navy. The agreement also includes plans to develop local technical assistance, maintenance, completion and training capabilities.

 

If followed by a contract, this could lead to the supply of AW149 helicopters for search and rescue and disaster relief, for both land-based and embarked operations. The programme supports Indonesia's naval modernisation programme, strengthening its emergency response capabilities. It would also further expand the presence of Leonardo in the Indonesian helicopter market particularly in rescue, law enforcement and passenger transport requirements.

 

The LOI highlights the growing partnership between Leonardo and PT ESystem Solutions, following the launch of the Indonesia’s M-346 F Block 20 light fighter programme. It shows continued confidence by Indonesia's MoD in Leonardo’s products and technologies as well as in the company’s commitment to providing a major contribution to the growth of the country's national aerospace and defence industry.

 

The AW149 is a latest generation multirole medium weight military helicopter designed to meet the most demanding needs of armed forces and is in service internationally to perform a wide range of mission including tactical transport, utility, close support, MEDEVAC/CASEVAC, SAR and Combat Search and Rescue. Its selection in Indonesia would further strengthen its presence in Southeast Asia.

(Leonardo)