Colton Jones

Colton Jones serves as Deputy Editor of Defence Blog, with a specialization in the U.S. defense industrial base. A former member of the United States Air Force, Colton brings firsthand military experience to his analysis of procurement, defense manufacturing, and Pentagon policy. He is one of the blog’s lead writers and most respected defense experts.
Aviation

UK begins manufacturing of new combat aircraft

The United Kingdom's leading defense industry partners have announced that manufacturing and assembly of the main structure for the country's first crewed combat air demonstrator in a generation are now underway. According to a press release from BAE...
Army

US Army orders more M109A7 howitzers from BAE Systems

BAE Systems has been awarded a $493 million contract to continue the production of M109A7 Self-Propelled Howitzers (SPH) and M992A3 Ammunition Carriers for the U.S. Army. The production and delivery under this contract are slated to occur between...
Maritime Security

Leonardo DRS wins $417M contract for submarine combat systems

Leonardo DRS announced a significant contract award from the U.S. Navy to provide advanced electronic combat control and sonar systems for submarines across the Navy’s fleet and allied forces. The contract ceiling is over $417 million. The Technology Insertion...
Army

Norway orders new NASAMS air defense systems

The Norwegian government has signed a contract with Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace to procure new NASAMS (Norwegian Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System) air defense systems, a move aimed at enhancing the country’s defense capabilities against aerial threats. The contract,...
Maritime Security

US Marine Corps completes key test for new intercept system

The U.S. Marine Corps' Medium Range Intercept Capability (MRIC) program has reached a significant milestone with the completion of digital integration testing. According to a press release from the service, this crucial two-week event, supported by Marines from...
Aviation

Greece seals deal for 20 F-35 fighter jets

The Greek government has officially finalized its intention to procure 20 Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II aircraft by signing a Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) through a U.S. government Foreign Military Sale. The agreement also includes an...
Army

US Army conducts THAAD drill in Texas

The U.S. Army's Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system, assigned to Bravo Battery, 62nd Air Defense Artillery Regiment, participated in a comprehensive training exercise at Fort Cavazos, Texas, on July 24, 2024. THAAD is a highly mobile,...
Army

Canadian army to receive 90 tactical vehicles from GM Defense

GM Defense Canada, a subsidiary of GM Defense, has been awarded a C$35.8 million contract by the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) for the delivery of 90 light tactical vehicles (LTVs). The contract includes an option for an additional...
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