Australia Receives Second Tranche of HIMARS Launchers

09 Oktober 2026

M142 HIMARS easy to deployed by airlift or sealift (photos: Aus DoD)

Albanese Government continues to strengthen Army's long-range strike capability

The Australian Army has further expanded its fleet of High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) launchers, as the Albanese Government continues to strengthen Australia’s long‑range strike capability.

Just one year after taking delivery of its first tranche of HIMARS the Australian has received a second tranche of HIMARS units from the United States, significantly enhancing the capability of Army’s 10th Fires Brigade long-range fires regiment, based in Adelaide. This delivery was achieved two years ahead of schedule. 

The milestone follows the Albanese Government’s announcement in April of an additional investment in HIMARS and Precision Strike Missiles (PrSM) through the establishment of a second long-range fires regiment. This will significantly enhance the ADF’s ability to engage targets at ranges of up to 500kms, transforming to more than 1,000kms with future increments of PrSM.

Today's announcement adds to the Australian Defence Force’s growing long-range strike capability, which at its peak will see up to 90 HIMARS units in service over the coming years across Army's first and second long-range fires regiments within the 10th Fires Brigade. 

This capability was demonstrated on Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025, where Australia successfully fired a PrSM two years ahead of schedule.

Earlier this year, the first Australian-manufactured Guided Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (GMLRS) missile was also successfully test-fired from an Australian HIMARS, and last year Australia and the United States established a cooperative PrSM program, paving the way for future domestic production.

Through the 2026 National Defence Strategy and Integrated Investment Program, the Government is investing up to $37 billion to develop and enhance Defence’s long-range strike capabilities, and up to $36 billion over the decade to accelerate the Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance Enterprise.

As part of these investments, the Albanese Government is committed to developing a sovereign guided weapon manufacturing industry in Australia, strengthening our sovereign supply chain resilience and creating greater opportunities for Australian industry.

Missile production is already underway for the first time since the early 1970s at a new facility in South Australia, with a second factory set to open next year near Newcastle in New South Wales.

Quotes attributable to Deputy Prime Minister, Richard Marles:

“These highly mobile systems are an incredibly important platform and the delivery of these additional units represents a significant leap in capability for the Australian Army.

“Our investments in Australia’s long-range strike capabilities are about equipping the ADF with the equipment it needs to keep Australians safe.”

Quotes attributable to Minister for Defence Industry, Pat Conroy:

“These new deliveries demonstrate our continued commitment to accelerate the acquisition of HIMARS, which are now on track to be fully operational four years ahead of schedule.

“The Albanese Government is investing up to $37 billion over the next decade on targeting and long-range strike capabilities for the Australian Defence Force.

“In addition, the Government is establishing a sovereign guided weapon manufacturing industry, manufacturing Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) missiles here in Australia, with plans to expand this to include the co-production of the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM). 

“This will provide Australian Army HIMARS regiments access to Australian-manufactured munitions, strengthening our sovereign industrial capability and enhancing supply chain resilience.” 

(Aus DoD)

Pangdivif 3 Kostrad Tinjau Latbakjatrat Kikav 14/JJ, Pastikan Kesiapan Tempur Satuan

08 Oktober 2026

Latihan menembak senjata berat Kikav 14/JJ menggunakan ranpur Badak FSV 90 buatan Pindad (photos: Kikav 14)

Bone – Panglima Divisi Infanteri 3 Kostrad Mayjen TNI Wulang Nur Yudhanto, S.E., M.M., M.Han., menghadiri sekaligus meninjau pelaksanaan Latihan Menembak Senjata Berat (Latbakjatrat) Ranpur Kikav 14/JJ/3 Kostrad di Dodiklatpur Bance’e, Kabupaten Bone, Sulawesi Selatan, Rabu (16/9/2026).

Kegiatan tersebut merupakan bagian dari upaya meningkatkan kemampuan dan kesiapan tempur prajurit, khususnya dalam pengoperasian serta penggunaan senjata utama kendaraan tempur (Ranpur) secara tepat, terukur, dan profesional.

Dalam pelaksanaannya, latihan mengedepankan ketepatan sasaran, kekompakan awak kendaraan tempur, disiplin, serta penerapan prosedur keselamatan. Melalui latihan yang terukur dan berkesinambungan, kemampuan prajurit diharapkan semakin terasah sehingga mampu melaksanakan tugas secara optimal.

Kehadiran Pangdivif 3 Kostrad di tengah pelaksanaan latihan menjadi wujud perhatian dan komitmen pimpinan dalam memastikan kesiapan satuan jajaran Divif 3 Kostrad. Latihan tersebut sekaligus menjadi sarana evaluasi untuk memelihara dan meningkatkan profesionalisme serta kesiapsiagaan prajurit dalam menghadapi berbagai tuntutan tugas.

Latihan yang konsisten menjadi investasi kemampuan dalam membangun satuan yang tangguh, profesional, dan siap mengemban tugas negara.

(Kostrad)

Presiden Prabowo Resmikan 204 Satuan Baru TNI pada Peringatan HUT ke-81 TNI

07 Oktober 2026

6 Kodam baru yang dibentuk (infographic: Antara)

Presiden Prabowo Subianto meresmikan 204 satuan baru Tentara Nasional Indonesia (TNI) dalam rangkaian Upacara Peringatan Hari Ulang Tahun (HUT) ke-81 TNI. Upacara dilangsungkan di Lapangan Prima, Markas Besar TNI, Cilangkap, Jakarta, pada Senin (05/10/2026).

Dalam prosesi tersebut, Presiden Prabowo selaku inspektur upacara menyampaikan pernyataan peresmian 204 satuan baru yang terdiri atas satuan TNI Angkatan Darat, TNI Angkatan Laut, dan TNI Angkatan Udara.

“Dengan mengucap bismillahirrahmanirrahim, pada pagi hari ini, Senin 5 Oktober 2026, dengan rahmat Tuhan Yang Maha Besar, saya Prabowo Subianto, Presiden Republik Indonesia, dengan ini meresmikan 204 satuan baru TNI,” ujar Presiden Prabowo.

Enam Kodam Baru

Sebanyak enam Komando Daerah Militer (Kodam) menjadi bagian dari satuan baru yang diresmikan. Keenam Kodam tersebut yakni Kodam XXV/Sultan Mahmud Riayat Syah di Kepulauan Riau, Kodam XXVI/Mataram di Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta, Kodam XXVII/Sobe Sonbai di Nusa Tenggara Timur, Kodam XXVIII/Moloku Kie Raha di Maluku Utara, Kodam XXIX/Mambruk di Papua Tengah, serta Kodam XXX/Rinambora di Nusa Tenggara Barat.

Divisi dan Brigade

Selain enam Kodam, Presiden juga meresmikan 1 Divisi Parako II Pasgat, 1 Brigade Infanteri Marinir, 1 Brigade Parako Pasgat, 30 Brigade Infanteri Teritorial Pembangunan, serta 150 Batalyon Infanteri Teritorial Pembangunan. 

Batalyon Bantuan Tempur

Satuan baru lainnya meliputi 3 Batalyon Bantuan Tempur TNI AD yang terdiri atas satu batalyon kavaleri, satu batalyon artileri medan, dan satu batalyon artileri pertahanan udara. 

Skadron dan Satuan Radar

Presiden juga meresmikan 4 Batalyon Infanteri Marinir, 3 Batalyon Parako Pasgat, 2 Skadron Udara TNI AU, 2 Satuan Radar TNI AU, serta 1 Skadron Pendidikan TNI AU.

Pernyataan peresmian kemudian dilanjutkan dengan penekanan tombol sirene oleh Presiden Prabowo. Momen tersebut diiringi satu kali tembakan kehormatan meriam Armed yang menandai secara resmi peresmian 204 satuan baru TNI.

Setelah prosesi peresmian, Presiden menyerahkan tongkat komando dan lambang satuan baru kepada tujuh perwakilan pimpinan satuan. Mereka yakni Pangdam XXIX/Mambruk Mayjen TNI Aminton Manurung, Pangdam XXVI/Mataram Mayjen TNI Drajad Brima Yoga, Pangdam XXV/Sultan Mahmud Riayat Syah Mayjen TNI Rionardo, Pangdam XXVII/Sobe Sonbai Mayjen TNI Thevi Angandowa, Pangdam XXX/Rinambora Mayjen TNI Edi Saputra, Pangdam XXVIII/Moloku Kie Raha Mayjen TNI Dr. Nefra Firdaus, serta Pangdiv Parako II Pasgat Kolonel Pas Harry Nugroho.

Penyerahan masing-masing lambang satuan turut diiringi dengan tembakan kehormatan meriam Armed. Peresmian 204 satuan baru tersebut menjadi salah satu rangkaian utama dalam Upacara Peringatan HUT ke-81 TNI tahun 2026 yang dipimpin langsung oleh Presiden Prabowo sebagai inspektur upacara.

(Setneg)

Angkatan Darat Singapura Memperkenalkan Artileri dan Sistem Serangan Presisi Baru

06 Oktober 2026

Sebelah kiri adalah sistem serangan presisi baru dan sebelah kanan adalah SPH 155mm baru (photo: Singapore Army)

Angkatan Darat Singapura telah memperkenalkan dua senjata yang sebelumnya belum pernah diungkap ke publik: sistem artileri otomatis generasi terbaru dan kemampuan serangan presisi yang baru.

Sistem-sistem tersebut diperlihatkan melalui gambar yang dirilis di media sosial pada tanggal 2 Oktober dalam rangka memperingati hari jadi ke-50 Divisi ke-6 Angkatan Darat Singapura.

Gambar-gambar tersebut menampilkan howitzer swa-gerak (self-propelled howitzer) baru dan sistem rudal yang dipasang pada truk biasa (tanpa pelindung lapis baja), bersanding dengan platform lain yang sudah dikenal, termasuk tank Leopard 2SG dan High-Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS).

SPH 155 mm mirip dengan Elbit Systems SIGMA (photo: Singapore Army)

Howitzer swa-gerak tersebut tampak terdiri dari senjata artileri kaliber 155 mm yang dipasang pada sasis truk militer beroda dengan kabin yang terlindungi. Sistem ini sangat mirip dengan howitzer swa-gerak otomatis SIGMA yang dikembangkan oleh perusahaan Israel, Elbit Systems.

Sistem rudal tersebut tampaknya berbasis pada unit peluncur yang memuat sejumlah tabung rudal (kanister). Tampilan luarnya menyerupai peluncur yang digunakan untuk keluarga rudal Spike non-line-of-sight (NLOS) buatan Rafael.

Angkatan Darat Singapura tidak menyebutkan identitas kedua sistem tersebut dalam gambar-gambar itu.

Sistem serangan presisi mirip dengan Rafael Spike NLOS (photo: Singapore Army)

Menanggapi pertanyaan dari Janes, Kementerian Pertahanan Singapura (MINDEF) mengonfirmasi peran kedua sistem tersebut pada tanggal 4 Oktober, namun tidak mengungkapkan pihak pembuat maupun spesifikasi teknisnya.

MINDEF mendeskripsikan howitzer swa-gerak tersebut sebagai "meriam yang dipasang di truk [yang] sepenuhnya otomatis dan akan menjadi howitzer generasi berikutnya bagi Angkatan Darat [Singapura]".

"Sistem ini akan mulai dioperasikan secara bertahap dan menggantikan SSPH Primus serta FH-2000," ujar pihak MINDEF, merujuk pada sistem artileri lama buatan ST Engineering.

(Jane's)

Visionary Machines and Hanwha Defence Australia Advance Joint Counter-Drone Capability Assessment for Redback IFV

04 Oktober 2026

HDA’s AS21 Redback Infantry Fighting Vehicle used in the joint development activity (photo: HDA)

Australian counter-drone technology company, Visionary Machines, and Hanwha Defence Australia (HDA) have entered into a new phase of joint development, assessing counter-drone sensing capability on HDA’s Redback Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV) using Visionary Machines’ Pandion™ Sentinel drone detection and tracking technology.

Uncrewed aerial systems have become one of the most persistent threats facing land forces, changing how armies plan, move and fight on the modern battlefield. Global demand for counter-drone capability reflects that shift. For Visionary Machines and HDA, that growth curve represents a significant opportunity to assess sovereign Australian sensing technology integrated to a combat platform with a heritage proven on the international stage.

The joint development activity is focused on exploring how Pandion™ Sentinel autonomous sensing capabilities could support force protection and situational awareness for land combat vehicles operating in increasingly complex environments.

This work builds on the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed by Visionary Machines, HDA and Hanwha Systems at the Avalon International Airshow in March 2025, which established a framework for identifying and developing opportunities that bring together Australian innovation and leading defence platforms. Through this relationship, the companies have been working together to assess how sovereign technologies can contribute to future defence capability outcomes.

The activity reflects a shared commitment to advancing solutions that address emerging global threats, while supporting the continued growth of Australia’s sovereign defence industry. By combining Visionary Machines’ drone detection expertise with HDA’s Redback IFV, the companies are working to demonstrate the potential for enhanced counter-drone awareness in land combat environments.

The collaboration underscores both companies’ commitment to local capability, industry partnership, and the development of advanced technologies within Australia’s defence ecosystem.

Visionary Machines and HDA will be represented at the Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition, running from 6 to 8 October 2026 at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre.

“Drones now pose one of the most persistent threats to land forces anywhere in the world and this collaboration with Hanwha Defence Australia is about making sure Australia stays at the forefront of this innovation.”

“For Visionary Machines, it’s a chance to demonstrate how sovereign Australian technology can be matched with a platform already proven on the international stage, and we’re pleased to be continuing that work with HDA.”

(Visionary Machines)

Hunter AFV Takes Part in Exercise Wallaby 2026 (XWB) in Australia and Exercise Panzer Strike (XPS) in Germany

04 Oktober 2026

Hunter AFV during XWB and XPS 2026 (photos: The Singapore Army)

Exercise Wallaby 2026 (XWB) in Australia

In September 26, our soldiers from 42 SAR made history by completing the first-ever Hunter Battalion Army Training Evaluation Centre (ATEC) evaluation at Exercise Wallaby 2026 (XWB).

Across the vast terrain of Shoalwater Bay Training Area, our soldiers put the Hunter’s capabilities to the test, integrating digital battle planning, armoured manoeuvre and combined-arms operations in a demanding training environment.

This milestone was made possible by the commitment of every soldier and supporting entity who trained, fought and pushed together. (The Singapore Army)

Exercise Panzer Strike (XPS) in Germany

Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing visited Exercise Panzer Strike (XPS) at the Oberlausitz Military Training Area (OMTA) in Germany yesterday, where he engaged our soldiers and received briefs on the training conducted by the School of Armour.

During his visit, Mr Chan experienced the Hunter Armoured Fighting Vehicle (AFV) first-hand by firing live rounds from the platform. He also observed our Tankees from the Tank Commander Wing (TCW) conducting their Tank Platoon Armour Live Firing System (ALFS) on the Leopard 2SG (L2SG), putting their skills and platoon coordination to the test.

Throughout XPS, cadets from the School of Armour have been undergoing both Hunter and Tank ALFS, sharpening their competencies as future Armoured Infantry and Tank commanders through demanding live-firing training.

This year marks the 17th edition of XPS and 10 years of SAF training at OMTA. At approximately a quarter the size of Singapore, the expansive training area allows our Armour forces to train on a larger scale and execute more complex missions.

Whether Armoured Infantry or Tank, our cadets train with the same purpose — to build the confidence, competence and readiness to lead our Armour forces. (The Singapore Army)

The 5th Battalion, Singapore Infantry Regiment (5 SIR) Ready for Ex Wallaby 2026

30 September 2026

Terrex 8x8 deployed at XWB26 (photos: Singapore Army)

Ex Wallaby 26 is calling, and the Stingrays of 5 SIR are readying up. Infantry soldiers and Terrex crews are putting their skills to the test through progressive and realistic training, sharpening their ability to manoeuvre and operate as a cohesive force.

Soldiers also took to the skies to hone their drone-flying proficiency, strengthening their ability to employ unmanned systems in support of operations.

With the tempo picking up, 5 SIR continues to sharpen its barbs and build readiness for Exercise Wallaby. Silent, Deadly, Swift!

Military exercise Wallaby 2026 (XWB26) will be conducted in the Shoalwater Bay Training Area (SWBTA) from 01 Sep to 03 Nov 2026.

(The Singapore Army)

Elbit Systems Mengirimkan Munisi D11A ke Thailand

30 September 2026

D11A adalah sistem peluncur roket ganda (multi-purpose self-propelled multiple rocket launcher) hasil kerja sama antara Thailand dan Elbit Systems, Israel (photo: Deepbluesea)

Reporter urusan militer Thailand, Wassana Nanuam, melaporkan bahwa perusahaan pertahanan Israel, Elbit Systems, telah mengirimkan amunisi roket D11A ke Thailand, termasuk sistem dengan jangkauan yang dilaporkan hingga 450 km.

Ia mengatakan roket-roket tersebut telah diserahkan kepada Angkatan Darat Kerajaan Thailand untuk persiapan jika diperlukan.

Wassana juga melaporkan bahwa China telah mengirimkan munisi DTI 1G ke Thailand. (Khaosod)

Mengapa roket D11A dapat memiliki jangkauan hingga 450 km?

Menyusul perdebatan tentang rudal D11A, yang diteliti, dikembangkan, dan diproduksi bersama oleh Defence Technology Institute (DTI) dan Israel, dengan jangkauan hingga 450 km, dan setelah laporan bahwa Israel telah mengirimkan berbagai rudal dengan jangkauan berbeda ke Angkatan Darat Kerajaan Thailand,

informasi dari DTI menunjukkan bahwa jangkauan 450 km dari D11A berarti bahwa dengan menambahkan perpanjangan jangkauan 150 km ke amunisi jangkauan 300 km, ia dapat mencapai hingga 450 km. Namun, kita mungkin tidak membutuhkan jangkauan 450 km; itu adalah kemampuan, karena 300 km sudah cukup untuk mencapai target penting, jantung musuh.

DTI 1G adalah sistem peluncur roket ganda berpandu berkaliber besar milik dari Thailand yang dikembangkan melalui kerja sama alih teknologi dengan China (photo: Oryx)

Karena meskipun Angkatan Darat Kerajaan Thailand membeli rudal Himars dari AS di masa depan, belum dipastikan apakah AS akan menjual amunisi dengan jangkauan 300 km.

Namun Angkatan Darat Kerajaan Thailand sudah memiliki rudal D11A dengan jangkauan 300 km dalam stok.

Laporan menunjukkan bahwa lebih banyak rudal D11A sedang diproduksi saat ini. 

(Wassana Nanuam)

8 Helikopter AH-6i Telah Tiba di Thailand

29 September 2026

Delapan helikopter Boeing AH-6i dikirim menggunakan kapal kargo telah sampai ke pelabuhan Laem Chabang (photo ssv: wuthi11_)

Akhirnya, delapan helikopter serang ringan Boeing AH-6i yang dipesan oleh Angkatan Darat Kerajaan Thailand (Royal Thai Army) telah diserahterimakan.

Thailand mungkin merupakan pelanggan terakhir AH-6i dari Boeing, namun laporan mengenai rencana RTA untuk memesan 8 unit lagi tahun depan menimbulkan pertanyaan apakah produksinya benar-benar telah berakhir.

(wuthi11_)

Australian Army Farewells ARH Tiger Helicopters

28 September 2026

Tiger Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter (ARH Tiger) of the Australian Army (photos: 1st Australian Regiment)

The Australian Army will shortly conclude Tiger Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter (ARH Tiger) flying operations in Darwin, marking a significant milestone in the transition to the new AH-64E Apache Attack Helicopter capability.

In recognition, the 1st Aviation Regiment will mark the occasion with an open day for members and their families, a formal dinner and a flyover of Darwin.

Commander Army Aviation, Major General David Hafner AM CSC, said the ARH Tiger had provided Army with an armed reconnaissance capability for two decades.

"The end of ARH Tiger flying operations is a significant moment for the 1st Aviation Regiment, but it also marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter as we continue our relocation to Townsville and further build Australia's attack helicopter capability around the AH-64E Apache," Major General Hafner said.

"Our soldiers, aircrew and maintainers have achieved an extraordinary transition from the ARH Tiger to the Apache, while continuing to deliver training and operational outputs.

“Their dedication has ensured Army remains ready for the future."

When introduced into Australian service, the ARH Tiger combined the capabilities of the unarmed Kiowa reconnaissance helicopter and the Bushranger armed version of the Iroquois utility helicopter, into a single platform that integrated intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, electronic warfare and strike effects.

ARH Tiger when commissioned in 15/12/2004 (photo: Aus DoD)

The retirement of the ARH Tiger reflects its planned 20-year service life and Australia’s need to operate in an evolving threat environment, where advanced air defence systems, precision weapons and uncrewed platforms present challenges better suited to the capabilities of next generation battlefield helicopters such as the AH-64E Apache.

The Apache is replacing the ARH Tiger within the 1st Aviation Regiment and will deliver enhanced firepower, networking and interoperability capabilities to support future Army operations.

This successful transition was demonstrated in July 2026, when Australian Army AH-64E Apache crews conducted their first live-fire activities in Townsville.

Six Apaches have been delivered to Australia, with all 29 helicopters expected to be delivered by the end of 2029. 

(Aus DoD)

Philippine Army Receives New Combat Engineer Equipment

28 September 2026

New Combat Engineer equipment equipped Philippine Army (photos: 525th Combat Engineer Batt)

525CEB Welcomes Army Commanding General during equipment turn-over

The 525th Combat Engineer "Forerunner" Battalion welcomed Lt. Gen. Donald M. Gumiran, Commanding General, Philippine Army, during the Ceremonial Turn-Over of Combat Engineer Equipment held at the Forerunner Training Area, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City.

Brig. Gen. Ricnon U. Carolasan, Commander, Combat Engineer Regiment, received the turned-over equipment together with Lt. Col. Lester T. Sinlao, Commanding Officer, 525CEB. The equipment turned over included:

*Six (6) units of Armored Combat Earthmover (ACE) – A highly mobile, armored tracked vehicle designed to provide combat engineer support to front-line forces. Its capabilities include obstacle reduction, road and supply route maintenance, and construction of fighting positions.

*One hunderd four (104) units of Mini Mine Detector (MMD) – A portable combat engineering device used by individual soldiers to locate buried or concealed mines and improvised explosive devices (IEDs) by detecting the presence of metallic components.

*Four (4) units of M113A3 Engineer Squad Vehicle – An armored tracked vehicle that complements the ACE by providing protected mobility, command, and escort support to combat engineering elements.

The activity highlights the Philippine Army's continued efforts to strengthen its combat engineering capabilities, operational readiness, and mission effectiveness, in support of its mandate to serve the Filipino people and protect the nation.

(Philippine Army)

Minister of State for Defence Desmond Choo Visits SAF’s Artillery Live-Firing Exercise in the United States

26 September 2026

Exercise Daring Warrior in Fort Sill, Oklahoma, United States (photos: Sing Mindef)

Minister of State (MOS) for Defence Desmond Choo visited Exercise Daring Warrior in Fort Sill, Oklahoma, United States (US) yesterday (Singapore time) to witness the Singapore Armed Forces’ (SAF) and the US Army’s combined live-firing exercise.

Held from 29 August to 28 September 2026, the exercise involved about 110 SAF and 50 US Army personnel, as well as the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) operated by the Singapore Army’s 23rd Battalion, Singapore Artillery, and the Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) operated by the US Army’s 75th Field Artillery Brigade.

During his visit, MOS Choo received a brief on the conduct of the exercise and witnessed the precision strike capabilities of the HIMARS and MLRS. He also engaged the exercise participants and thanked them for their dedication and commitment to defence. Speaking after his visit, MOS Choo expressed confidence in the SAF’s operational capabilities and highlighted the importance of overseas training opportunities for the SAF.

 

He said, “Exercise Daring Warrior is an extremely important exercise for the SAF. It allows us to train in realistic conditions beyond land-constrained Singapore, and allows our servicemen and servicewomen to be able to improve their professional skills by training with our US counterparts. NS60 is coming next year, and it is important for us to recognise and appreciate the work of our national servicemen and their contributions to building up competencies that have allowed us to be an effective fighting force.”

First held in 2010, this 11th edition of Exercise Daring Warrior underscores the long-standing and mutually beneficial defence relations between Singapore and the US. The SAF’s training in the US provides opportunities for professional exchanges that have strengthened cooperation and deepened understanding between personnel from both armed forces. The vast training space in the US also allows the SAF to conduct realistic training to sharpen its operational competencies and enhance operational readiness.

(Sing Mindef)

Royal Thai Aviation Army Recived Delivery of Four Black Hawk Helicopters

23 September 2026

Four UH-60M Black Hawk joined the 9th Aviation Battalion (photos: Thai Army Aviation)

On September 18, 2026, the 9th Aviation Battalion held a ceremony to accept delivery of four UH-60M helicopters.

The Commander of the Army Aviation Center presided over the event, attended by the command team and personnel of the 9th Aviation Battalion.

This delivery marks another significant milestone in enhancing the unit's operational capabilities and advancing Army aviation potential, ensuring combat readiness to support the Royal Thai Army's missions.

(Thai Aviation Army)

TUAH UGV Tampil di Majlis Pelancaran Tim Nukleus Angkatan Siber

22 September 2026

TUAH Unmanned Ground Vehicle (photos: Deftech)

Tactical Utility Autonomous Hybrid (TUAH), platform autonomi maju yang mengintegrasikan kecerdasan buatan (AI), edge intelligence dan sistem kawalan berpusat, dipamerkan sempena sambutan Hari Angkatan Tentera Malaysia Ke-93 di Pangkalan TLDM Lumut, hari ini.

TUAH hasil kerjasama strategik DEFTECH dan Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA). DEFTECH menyumbang kepakaran dalam keperluan ketenteraan, reka bentuk mekanikal dan fabrikasi, manakala UMPSA dalam sistem autonomi, perisian dan robotik.

Pembangunannya turut disokong Geran Penyelidikan Jangka Panjang (LRGS) 2025 daripada Kementerian Pendidikan Tinggi (KPT) bernilai RM1.4 juta, melalui projek "AEROGROUND" yang meneroka robot autonomi aero-darat untuk pengawasan dan peninjauan.

Majlis pelancaran disempurnakan oleh Menteri Pertahanan Malaysia, YB Dato' Seri Mohamed Khaled bin Nordin. 

(Deftech)

KSAD Akui TNI AD Kerahkan Dua Helikopter Baru untuk Antar Logistik ke Papua

21 September 2026

Helikopter baru Mi-35M TNI AD (photo: Keris Reborn)

Jakarta (ANTARA) - Tentara Nasional Indonesia Angkatan Darat (TNI AD) akan mengerahkan dua helikopter baru yang dibeli dari Rusia untuk mengantar logistik ke wilayah Papua.

Dua helikopter tersebut, yakni Mi-35M yang saat ini sudah berada di pangkalan Pusat Penerbang Angkatan Darat (Puspenerbad) Semarang pada awal September 2026 lalu.

"Mungkin operasional bulan 10 ada dua jenis yang bisa, jenis Kamov (angkut) yang bisa untuk membantu masyarakat," kata Kepala Staf TNI AD (KSAD) Jenderal TNI Maruli Simanjuntak saat ditemui di acara TNI Fair 2026 di Silang Monas, Jakarta Pusat, Sabtu.

Maruli menjelaskan selama ini pihaknya selalu mengerahkan helikopter untuk memberikan logistik berupa kebutuhan sandang, pangan, dan papan di wilayah Papua.

TNI AD menggunakan helikopter karena kondisi medan di wilayah Papua dipenuhi bukit dan pegunungan sehingga sulit untuk ditempuh menggunakan kendaraan darat.

"Kan ketinggian-ketinggian (dataran tinggi) itu sampai 2.000 kaki lebih di Papua itu," ungkap Maruli.

Helikopter Kamov Ka-32T masih menggunakan camo Rosavia (photo: Keris Reborn)

Kendati demikian, dia mengaku selama ini helikopter yang digunakan bukanlah milik TNI melainkan dari negara lain.

"Jadi, selama ini kita ini hanya bisa menyewa heli yang orang luar negeri punya. Sudah berpuluh tahun, ya," kata dia.

Saat ini, usai TNI AD memiliki dua helikopter baru itu, Maruli meyakini pengiriman logistik dapat dapat dilakukan dengan maksimal.

Helikopter tersebut, lanjut dia, mampu mengangkut muatan tiga sampai lima ton. Kemampuan tersebut membuat helikopter jenis tempur tersebut juga bisa mengangkut personel dalam jumlah banyak.

"Sehingga ini juga bisa sekalian dipakai untuk mendukung personil kita dalam membantu masyarakat," ucapnya.

Dengan adanya helikopter itu, Maruli mengharapkan operasi kemanusiaan yang dijalankan TNI AD di wilayah Papua bisa lebih maksimal.

(Antara)