SAAMDEC celebrating tenth anniversary
SAAMDEC, the export arm of the SA Aerospace, Defence and Maritime Industries Association (AMD), is this year marking its 10th anniversary.
A celebratory statement has...
Announcing the Public-Private Partnerships for Defence & Security Conference 2025
Building on the success of the inaugural event in 2023, defenceWeb, in collaboration with the South African Aerospace, Maritime & Defence Industries Association (AMD),...
Union takes aim at Armscor over dockyard
Embattled Armscor, under fire from the SA Navy for non-delivery, is picking up flak from a trade union for allegedly ignoring what is termed...
CSIR-developed fingerprint recognition device rolled out at prisons
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has developed a handheld fingerprint acquisition device to assist the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) with...
Paramount launches Fusion Cell to enhance African border security
Paramount has officially unveiled its Fusion Cell integrated intelligence solution, able to rapidly gather, analyse, and disseminate actionable intelligence across national, regional and local...
Smart body cameras could assist SANDF, BMA
One of the items brought to this year’s South African Army Exercise Vuk’uhlome Distinguished Visitors’ Day on 21 November by the defence and security...
CSIR making notable progress on Strategy implementation
It has been five years since the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) launched its far-reaching Strategy, aiming to create strong partnerships with...
Saab Grintek Defence poised for continued growth
Jan Widerström, Managing Director at Saab Grintek Defence, says that there is a growing global demand for advanced defence technologies amid increasing geopolitical tensions...
March delivery of first new SANDF border protection vehicles “a stretch”
Twelve months after bringing their prospective vehicles to an SA Army exercise, and subsequently submitting bids for new vehicles, South African armoured personnel carrier...
Denel still facing financial and operational challenges in spite of bailouts – Auditor General
In spite of recent bailouts, Denel is making slow progress on implementing its turnaround strategy, something compounded by going concern and financial sustainability challenges.
This...
SVI continues to grow its armoured vehicle rental fleet
SVI Secure, a subsidiary of the SVI Group, has grown its armoured-vehicle rental fleet into one of the largest in Africa, with over two...
SAPS seeks high tech tools to modernise crime investigations
The South African Police Service (SAPS) is modernising its crime-fighting investigative capabilities by seeking advanced solutions for analysing crime scene forensics and investigating money...
SAPS issues tender for armoured double cab bakkies
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has issued a tender bid document for the armouring of several models of double cab bakkies, notably Ford...
Jorsin launches new Tau 4×4 armoured personnel carrier
At a glance what appears to be a 4x4 version of the famous Ratel infantry combat vehicle is in fact Jorsin’s new Tau armoured...
Paramount Industrial Holdings goes into business rescue
Paramount Industrial Holdings (PIH), part of the Paramount group of companies, has entered into business rescue amid legal disputes in another Paramount business division....
AISI to host Aerospace and Defence Industry Day
The Aerospace Industry Support Initiative (AISI) is set to host an Aerospace and Defence Industry Day on 29 November to foster collaboration and innovation...
Distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) can play an important role in protecting national key points
Rapid advancements in distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) technology have led to its widespread adoption across various sectors, particularly border security. Denel is promoting DAS...
Informal housing negatively impacting on Gerotek testing facility
The value of Armscor vehicle testing subsidiary Gerotek on the far western outskirts of Pretoria could be at stake if nothing is done “to...
Hercules Dynamics showcases the power of AI
Hercules Dynamics, a recently formed Canadian artificial intelligence company with operations in South Africa and the Middle East, has showcased the power and adaptability...
AISI issues call for proposals for Aerospace and Defence Industry Development and Technology Support...
The Aerospace Industry Support Initiative (AISI) – the government drive to improve the competitiveness of South Africa’s aeronautics, space, defence and marine advanced manufacturing...
Saab evolves naval electronic support measures solutions
Saab Grintek Defence (SGD) is evolving its naval electronic support measures (ESM) solutions with its new third generation U/SME-400 wideband digital ESM family. The...
Denel annual financial statements expected by end-November
The demise of government’s Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) saw Denel, along with other State-owned enterprises (SOEs), moved to “line function ministries”.
This meant Defence...
AMD meets National Treasury
Among those who will keep a close watch on today’s Medium Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) is the brains trust of the South African...
Minister in Ramaphosa’s Presidency to head conventional arms control committee
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s go-to Cabinet Minister on State-owned enterprises (SOEs), including Denel, is the presidential choice to head up the National Conventional...
Bullet resistant vests and specialised uniforms a key focus for SIRDICKS
Body armour and uniform specialists SIRDICKS is being kept busy with South African government orders for bullet resistant vests, uniforms and other kit, including...
Participants gearing up for African Security Symposium Twenty 2024 next month
Next month, heads of intelligence from the African Union’s Committee of Intelligence And Security Services (CISSA), Chiefs of Police from Interpol, and defence officials...
NUMSA workers picket outside Denel over salaries
Members of the National Metalworkers Union of South Africa (NUMSA) are picketing outside Denel offices in Irene, Centurion, today over the fact that they...
New 920 Gun Boat expands Twiga’s maritime range
Twiga's new 920 Gun Boat is the latest addition to its line of virtually indestructible rugged military patrol boats that have been gaining traction...
Niche Western Cape radar manufacturer a local success story
Stellenbosch-based EDH is one of a small number of companies globally to specialise in muzzle velocity radar systems, supplying customers around the world as...
Dynateq International unveils new Rogue weapon systems
Dynateq International, a division of Reunert Applied Electronics, is broadening its successful Rogue series of remotely controlled weapon systems (RCWS) with two new offerings:...
Bushtec awarded Eswatini Defence Force contract
Bushtec Creations, part of the Canvas and Tent group, has signed a contract for the manufacture and supply of 150-person accommodation for the Umbutfo...
National, strategic event status for AAD
The Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) exhibition was this year recognised by Cabinet as “a national event of strategic importance”.
The exhibition at Air Force...
Fuchs Electronics celebrates 60 years of electronic fuze manufacturing
Fuchs Electronics is celebrating its 60th anniversary as a global leader in the manufacturing of electronic fuzes, primarily for heavy munitions and aircraft weapons.
From...
Sandock Austral Shipyards expands global reach with strategic partnerships
Durban-based Sandock Austral Shipyards (SAS) is rapidly expanding its footprint in the global shipbuilding industry, positioning itself as a key player in the African...
All boxes ticked at AAD 2024 – exhibition organisers
Africa, Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2024 was, according to the exhibition organisers, “a resounding success”.
Hosted from 18 to 22 September at Air Force Base...
Business booming for ECM Technologies following Covid slump
ECM Technologies has bounced back from the Covid-19-induced slump and is busier than before the pandemic.
Eric Milburn, Managing Director of ECM Technologies, said the...
SafeQuip Launches Lithium-ion Battery Fire Extinguishers
SafeQuip, a leading distributor and manufacturer of fire safety solutions, is launching the SANS 1910-2022 approved, Lith-Ex fire extinguisher range, which carries NTA 8133:2021...
Subtle trends at AAD 2024
The African Aerospace & Defence (AAD) exhibition took place between 18 and 22 September 2024 at Air Force Base Waterkloof outside Pretoria. The expo...
Hensoldt reveals new ARGOS-15 gimbal
Hensoldt South Africa has unveiled its new-generation ARGOS-15 airborne surveillance and targeting system during a launch at the Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2024...
Naval and UAV systems an STM focus at AAD 2024
Turkish company STM has highlighted its naval platforms and tactical mini unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems, amongst others, at the recent Africa Aerospace and...
Hensoldt South Africa showcases new COMINT automation engine
Marking what it says is a significant advancement in electromagnetic warfare technology, Hensoldt South Africa is showcasing its new communications intelligence (COMINT) automation engine...
President Ramaphosa shows support for AAD
On 18 September 2024, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa attended the twelfth Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) exhibition at Air Force Base Waterkloof, where...
Africa an important market for ASELSAN
Türkiye’s ASELSAN is having a big presence at AAD 2024 as it attaches great importance to the African market and to this end is...
Russian state defence export agency pushes hard at AAD 2024
Rosoboronexport, the Russian defence export and import agency, is presenting a wide range of products aimed at the African market at the Africa Aerospace...
Government puts its weight behind AAD 2024
South African Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Angie Motshekga, officially opened the twelfth edition of AAD on 18 September 2024, emphasising the event’s...
Dressing the military
Soldiers, firefighters, first responders and a plethora of others need specialised clothing, which is what Beck Trading is showing this week at AAD 2024.
“Our...
RapidM launching TacPoint situational awareness system at AAD 2024
RapidM, the Pretoria based global supplier of military grade digital radio network technology, is launching its TacPoint situational awareness application at AAD 2024.
The company...
