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defence
Business Stoke-on-Trent engineering group Goodwin considers selling part of defence business
Goodwin, the Stoke-on-Trent-based engineer, has begun a strategic review that could lead to the sale of a substantial part of its mechanical engineering division, which supplies components to UK and US frigate and submarine programmes. Rothschild & Co is advising the board, and shares rose about 10% on the news. The company said there is no certainty a transaction will be entered into.
MoD to fully reimburse 18% GST on R&D grants, bringing relief to defence startups
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Logistics Australia Post opens first mobile post office at Darwin air base during Exercise Pitch Black
Australia Post opened its first mobile post office and parcel lockers at the Royal Australian Air Force base in Darwin during Exercise Pitch Black, a three-week multinational air combat exercise. The trial is designed to test the hub's use in complex environments and inform emergency response during natural disasters and severe weather events.
Technology Getac ZX80W rugged tablets bring Windows 11 and AI to logistics and defence
Getac introduces the ZX80W and ZX80W-EX rugged tablets, combining an 8-inch Windows 11 on ARM platform with Qualcomm AI Engine for on-device analytics. MIL-STD-810H, IP67, and ATEX certifications suit logistics, utilities, and defence. The ZX80W-EX adds explosive-environment safety.
Trade India, Indonesia Strengthen Trade Ties Amid Strategic Talks
India and Indonesia are enhancing their bilateral trade and defense cooperation following the 8th Joint Commission Meeting. Key discussions included maritime trade, investments, and security, building on the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership established in 2018.
Trade India, Australia to Forge Defence Trade MoU
India and Australia are set to develop a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the provision of defence articles and services. This follows the second Defence Ministers' Dialogue, reinforcing their strategic alignment in the Indo-Pacific region.