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by Emanuela De Fazio (*) On other pages of www.aofs.org, we have explored topics such as Management And Ethics, the use and importance of STEM Technologies in Defence, and the need and the benefits...
full report here – In an era defined by rapidly evolving threats and unprecedented environmental challenges — as starkly highlighted by the war in Ukraine — military sustainability is no longer a choice, but...
full document here: In the dynamic and complex world of contemporary business, management plays a crucial role in guiding organizations towards achieving their goals. However, the effectiveness of management cannot be separated from a...
Evolving threats demand a new maritime strategy: air power dominates. Long-range missiles and joint synergy redefine naval combat. Rapid, powerful air strikes surpass direct naval engagement. Effectiveness hinges on joint planning, targeted resources, and...
Innovation: The Tornado 2 Tempest project represents a monumental stride towards establishing a sustainable and circular aeronautics industry. It showcases the immense potential of recycling and additive manufacturing in reducing environmental impact and enhancing...
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Download here: Dynamic Evolution of Air Defense – The concept of air defense has undergone a profound transformation, moving from a static, domain-centric approach to a dynamic, interconnected network of capabilities. This evolution has...
Full article here – A unified European army, equipped with a centralized command and shared resources, would allow Europe to overcome the inefficiencies and fragmentations that currently limit its military capacity. Such an instrument...
The world is changing at an unprecedented pace, driven by rapid technological advancements. In this dynamic landscape, the defence sector faces evolving threats that demand innovative solutions and a highly skilled workforce. This is...
Communication, understood as the sharing of meaning and customer intimacy, is the key element for building a solid partnership and successfully facing the challenges of the future. In an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape, characterized...
Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) is emerging as a new paradigm in aviation, with the potential to revolutionize urban and suburban transportation for both people and goods. By utilizing innovative aircraft such as eVTOLs (electric...
The age of AI demands swift yet thoughtful decisions. The US risks jeopardizing its global leadership with overly restrictive export policies, while Europe struggles to establish itself as a model for ethical and inclusive...
An increasingly complex, evolving, and fast-paced world necessitates a careful examination of the ways in which interactions between parties take place. Whether these parties belong to the customer realm, meaning those who receive services,...
The recently concluded Conference on European Air and Missile Defense marked a significant milestone in advancing the establishment of a common air defense system in Europe. The conference successfully achieved its objectives of raising...
Insights from General Lavigne’s Speech at the “NATO Youth Summit” Workshop General Lavigne, NATO Supreme Allied Transformation Commander, delivered a compelling speech during the “NATO Youth Summit” workshop, highlighting the evolving role of NATO...
full document here – This article discusses the topic of inflation and its impact on purchasing contracts and supply chains. It provides an overview of inflation trends from the 1970s to the present day...
full document here – The use of Novel Materials and emerging manufacturing technologies in military applications offers many benefits. By using materials that are specifically designed for military applications, military personnel can have greater...
The European Commission has adopted today its 2023 Work Programme under the European Defence Fund, with an important budget of 1.2 B€ (in 2022 the budget was 924 M€). The 34 topics cover a...
A German-modified M903 launcher successfully launched a Lockheed Martin PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE) interceptor in a flight test on May 11, 2023. The test was conducted by the German Air Force (Luftwaffe) against a...
The Air Force has decided not to pursue a new engine for the F-35A in its fiscal 2024 budget request because the new engine was simply too expensive to develop, Air Force Secretary Frank...
France and Germany and two of the main companies involved, Airbus and Dassault Aviation, have formally agreed on the transition to a crucial phase of the FCAS project during which a demonstration jet, which...
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