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Argentine Military Industries opens new explosives production plant

(defensa.com) Explosives Factory "San José de Jáchal" was inaugurate by Argentina’s Military Industries,. Not only is the first production unit of the company built in more than half a century, but once running at full capacity, it will become the main supply center for mining explosive in Argentina.


Located at the foot of the mountain range in the province of San Juan, is the fifth and newest production facility of Military Industries, ready to lead Argentina to hand work Argentine products complemented by the great development that has had mining in the last decade.

Mining activity is, in fact, in the DNA of the Directorate General of Military Industries, which since its inception ensured explore every corner of Argentina in search of mineral wealth and provide scientific, technical and productive field of the same country . This activity is continuously growing and currently configured as a highly dynamic sector capable of motorized and genuine sustainable development.

Also, the main object of this new factory is the production of explosive powder SIPOLEX ® and the provision of mining services, which will join a progressive scheme in other capacities. This growth comes the logical evolution of the business of providing mining explosives in recent decades: businesses acquired before the bulk product, while at present a comprehensive solution is hired.

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Venezuela could have closed the door to purchase of the L15 "Falcon" but also considers more Sukhoi’s

defensa.com) Venezuela could have closed the purchase of advanced training aircraft Hongdu L-15 Falcon, which was offered in 2013 by authorities in China. The confirmation of the purchase of these aircraft arrived from the country's defense minister, Carmen Melendez, who said at a ceremony held in late March in Aragua state was "expected to be reached L15 Venezuela." In addition, the holder of Defense also said Dornier transport aircraft, ten units contract with RUAG group was confirmed in January, were also being delivered to the Venezuelan authorities.


The interest of Caracas by Chinese aircraft dates back to 2009, when the desire to be confirmed this two-seater plane LIFT (Lead-In Fighter Trainer) type training. In November last year defensa.com the offer had been by the Chinese authorities (representatives of the China National Aero-Technology Import & Export Corporation corporation) to Caracas to buy the L15, developed by Hongdu Aviation Industry manufacturer referred Corporation.

Another option that would have been being shuffled from Venezuela have been the acquisition of Russian Yak-130, which also offered officially by the Venezuelan authorities Rosoboronexport in 2012.

The Hongdu L-15 Falcon, which first flew in 2006, has a dimension of 12.81 meters long and 9.48 meters wide and 4.81 meters high. It can reach a height of 16 kilometers, with a maximum weight of 9.5 tons at takeoff. It can reach a peak speed of 1,715 km / h.

Interest in Sukhoi
Besides Chinese aircraft, Venezuela could have put the spotlight on Russian Sukhoi fighters, although the model could be interested in is still unknown. According to statements by the Minister of Defence to public television in the country, the objective is to further strengthen the fleet of the Bolivarian Military Aviation, which now has 24 multipurpose fighter Sukhoi Su-30MK2.


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Brazil and China evaluating new partnerships in its defense industry

(defensa.com) The Brazilian Defense Minister Celso Amorim, met with the Minister of Science, Technology and Industry, Chinese Defense Xu Dazhe in a preparatory meeting for an agreement in the field of remote sensing, telecommunications and aerospace defense and security.

The agreement must be signed on July 17 between President Dilma Rousseff and President of China, Xi Jinping, at the Sixth Summit of the BRICS, that WILL celebrated in the city of Fortaleza, Brazil.


The minister stressed that Brazil and China are longtime partners in satellite Earth observation and "other areas can be opened to trade, such as maritime safety and surveillance of land borders."

He also noted that Brazil is interested in the study of issues related to nuclear safety and in the field of cyber defense. Amorim said that the next meeting of the bilateral commission, a further approximation can be discussed between the research centers and companies from both countries.

The Chinese minister made an aside to remember that the alliance between the two countries dates back 40 years of cooperation. Xu Dazhe also recalled the satellite project of China-Brazil Earth Resources (the CBERS series). "We have different characteristics in our countries, but we also have strengths in a high-level dialogue," said the Chinese minister.

According to Minister Xu Dazhe, his country is interested in expanding cooperation in Brazilian programs for the protection of natural resources, such as the System Management Blue Amazon (SisGAAz), in addition to continuing the spatial association, which could eventually be deepened.


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Brazil and China strengthen business relationships. Brazil interested in border protection systems from China

(defensa.com) From 14 to 16 July took place, Brazil the sixth meeting of the countries forming the dominated BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) group. Subsequently, on July 17, Brazil and China signed several bilateral agreements were ratified by the presidents of the two countries, Dilma Rousseff and Xi Jining respectively.


Most focus on the area of infrastructure and trade as Chinese commitment to purchase sixty passenger aircraft to the Brazilian company Embraer.

But there are also aspects of defense in these agreements, specifically those relating to industrial relations between companies, which could materialize in areas such as electronic sensors, communication systems and especially security systems for border protection, both sea and land.

Recall that Brazil has an ongoing program monitoring and protection of the Blue Amazon called SisGAAz valued at 10,000 million dollars that will be implemented in a number of different systems ranging from satellite communications for unmanned vehicles. It is also developing integrated monitoring system SisFron called land borders.

So far, Brazil and China have not materialized in the area of defense trade relations that hold, although trade figures between the two countries reached 80,000 million in 2011 and exceeded 90,000 in 2013.


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The Brazilian Army is seeking proposals to arm the Guarani 8x8 with 105 mm cannon

(defensa.com) The Department of Science and Technology of the Brazilian Army (DCTEx) is finalizing the details of the notice shall be sent to the month of August an RFP (Request for Proposal) for the acquisition of a weapon system of 105 mm and its tower, designed to equip the future Middle Armored Vehicle Recognition Wheels (VBR 8x8-MR), a new Iveco series "Guarani".


Probably a contract for the acquisition of a pilot batch could be signed this year between the Department of the Army and one of the four companies that responded to the request for information (RFI). They were CMI (Belgium), Rheinmetall (Germany), Oto Melara (Italy) and Nexter (France). The paper, published in May 2013, sought "Gather information from companies that are interested in providing a weapon system equipped with a cannon caliber 105 mm, high pressure, with reference to the features required by the standard NATO STANAG 4458, to be integrated into a prototype Armored Vehicle Recognition Media Wheels (VBR-MR). "

Oto Melara has extensive experience working with Iveco in such projects as the 8x8 Centaur armed with 105mm L/52 Hitfact tower and adopted by the Italian Army. CMI Defence / Cockerill has a history of successful industrial cooperation with the Brazilian Army in the production of towers, armed with 90 mm cannons Mk3M-A1 low pressure for EE-9 Cascavel VBR, manufactured in the seventies and eighties by Engesa missing and Mk.4 Cockerill 90mm high pressure tanks M-41UR, the firm Paulista Bernardini modernized in the "80 for the Uruguayan Army.

The Belgian company offers in turn for VBR 8x8 Brazilian version of modern tower Cockerill XC-8 105HP designed for use in vehicles such as the CV-90 BAE Systems. Nexter, meanwhile, is starting to produce agreements artillery systems or components with Brazilian Avibras


They should just use the turrets from the TAM tank. They are not being used.


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The Navy of Peru purchase, $ 67 million, armored LAV II for Amphibious Expeditionary Brigade

(defensa.com) The Navy of Peru materialized through the Canadian Commercial Corporation, acquiring 32 Armored Vehicles (8x8) LAV-II for Amphibious Expeditionary Brigade (BEA). The amount of the transaction represents an investment of 67 million dollars. The LAV II - with full amphibious capability - has a length of 6.5 m, width 2.62 m and height of 2.69.


The combat weight is 13.2 tons. It is designed to carry 10 troops (3 crew and 7 infants). Propulsion is by a diesel engine 6V53T 300 HP, with its top speed of 100 km / h (10 km / h in amphibious operations). The range is 640 km. Armament M242 cannon is made of 25 mm. and an M-240C 7.62 mm.



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Logistical support for Aircraft Engines RR Spey Mk 807 Brazilian Air Force

(defensa.com) The Italian company Avio Aero has signed a long-term logistics support for major maintenance Spey Mk807 engines that equip the fleet of jet A-1 (AMX) of the Brazilian Air Force. The contract has a duration of five years.


Avio opened in 2012, at its facility in Rio de Janeiro, the first line for disassembly and assembly Spey MK 807 engine that equips the AM-X fighters Brasileña.La signature Air Force is also responsible for reviewing the engines the fighters Northrop F-5E / F and other aircraft operated by the FAB.

Apparently, another Brazilian division of this group, the former Focal Engenharia, reviewing assume Klimov TV-3-117VMA of MI-35 of the FAB.



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One of the new CZ-11 Helicopters on display


The first of the AT-63 II to be completed:


Front Cockpit of AT-63 II


Too bad the Xenophobic government removed all British components from the aircraft, such as the Martin Baker ejection seats and replaced them with the Russian K-36



Nice rear picture:


Full scale model of the IA-73 trainer


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I don’t know if this is actually from the FAdeA factory or just fanboy stuff. So please take it with a grain of salt. The Pampa III/GT Future is a light attack aircraft, close air support, COIN and advanced training.





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Miragedriver said:

Interest in Sukhoi
Besides Chinese aircraft, Venezuela could have put the spotlight on Russian Sukhoi fighters, although the model could be interested in is still unknown. According to statements by the Minister of Defence to public television in the country, the objective is to further strengthen the fleet of the Bolivarian Military Aviation, which now has 24 multipurpose fighter Sukhoi Su-30MK2.


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Yep first rumors for 12 new Su-30 but version unknown.

Brazilian AF have buy 11 F-5 to Jordan they will upgrade in F-5EM/FM version with AAM Derby... as others Brazilians F-5.
And lease 10 JAS-39C/D from 2015 pending the arrival 36 E/F ( NG ) ordered.