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.
Army

Finland’s military to receive more bridge systems from Patria

Finland-based defense group Patria and the Logistics Command of the Finnish Defence Forces have sealed a strategic agreement to procure advanced Leopard 2L Tracked Bridge Laying Vehicles, fortifying Finland's defense capabilities. The recently inked deal involves acquiring six...
Aviation

US Air Force plans to use C-5M as floating gas station

In a recent proof-of-concept exercise, the U.S. Air Force has explored an innovative approach to bolster its air refueling capabilities, utilizing the mammoth C-5M Super Galaxy as a floating gas station. An aircrew from the 22nd Airlift Squadron...
Army

Romanian forces test Patriot air defense

Romania recently marked a historic milestone in bolstering regional security and fortifying NATO's southeastern flank through the inaugural live-fire test of its Patriot surface-to-air air defense system on November 15-16. Conducted at the Capu Midia firing range, the...
Army

Switzerland buys more GRF vehicles

Switzerland's Federal Office for Defence Procurement recently solidified an agreement with Defenture to provide the GRF (Groundforce) as part of the LAUF20 program. According to Defenture's latest press release, this contract marks a significant step following the initial...
Army

US Army successfully launches Altius 700 drone from Black Hawk

The U.S. Army's Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Project Management Office, in collaboration with the U.S. Special Operations Command, recently executed a successful flight demonstration involving the inaugural launch of the Air-Launched, Tube-Integrated Unmanned System (Altius) 700 air vehicle...
Aviation

Gentex boosts NATO forces with Ops-Core helmets

Gentex Corporation, a stalwart in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, emergency responders, and industrial personnel, made an announcement regarding its substantial delivery to seven NATO member countries. The company's press release revealed that the...
Maritime Security

L3Harris, Voyis, Wavefront join forces to elevate NATO Navy’s AUV capabilities

A collaborative effort between defense technology leaders L3Harris, Voyis, and Wavefront is set to revolutionize NATO Navy's Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs), offering advanced capabilities that could redefine mine countermeasure (MCM) operations. L3Harris, known for its expertise in developing...
Aviation

US Special Operations Forces to receive additional MH-47G helicopters

The U.S. Army Special Operations Aviation Command (USASOAC) has awarded Boeing a substantial contract to manufacture six remanufactured MH-47G Block II aircraft, a pivotal initiative within the Army’s modernization strategy. Valued at $271 million, this contract amplifies Boeing's...
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