"When the Skjold class corvettes are to be upgraded with life extension technology, it is crucial to change the combat system on board to ensure combat capability during their lifetime. The upgrade mainly consists of a new combat management system, which is coordinated with the Nansen class frigates. We will also do a updating of tactical data links and other functions in the combat system," saids Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace division director Kjetil Reiten Myhra.

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The CV90 placed first and second in two different turret variants when measured against all requirements for the program.

With the selection the two sides will now enter into negotiations with the aim of securing finalization of a deal before year-end.

The acquisition will allow the Slovak Armed Forces to retire their Soviet-era BMP-1 and BMP-2 IFVs and enable the military to begin the process of revamping and modernizing its mechanized mobility capability.

Earlier in March the Slovak Defense Ministry announced that Patria's AMVXP (Export) model had won its competition to provide 76 vehicles to meet a 8x8 Wheeled Armored Fighting Vehicle (AFV) requirement.

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With progress on the ground slowed by Ukrainian resistance, Moscow has increased its use of tactical missile systems. Russian forces are pounding Ukrainian forces defending the cities of Lyschansak and Severodonetsk.

In its attacks, Russia's use of older weapons could be a possible sign of a dwindling inventory. The new AS-23A Kodiak, also known as the Kh-101, has been used in combat, along with the older AS-4 Kitchen (Kh-29).

Source:  Express
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