Foreword

Welcome to the new issue of Soldier Modernisation, we have completely updated our programmes section, so for information on what is happening globally, may be found here on the SoldierMod website: www.soldiermod.com; the abridged highlights are in the centre of the printed journal.

In an uncontrollable world at the moment we have various conflicts, some of these are highlighting the abilities of UAV and anti-UAV technology. We have an interesting take on this from PEO Aviation US Army, looking at how SUAS is enhancing combat capabilities. Talking about enhancing combat, we look at operational testing of the next generation squad weapons, with the gentlemen from the US Army Operational Test Command.

We also look in depth at how the Canadian Army is looking to modernize, plus inputs from Dstl, the EU and Australian Army. We look throughout the journal and online version at the ongoing development of technology for the dismounted soldier: with new apps, hearing solutions, connectors, laser technology, etc. We also have interesting updates from Rheinmetall on the Gladius 2 program and Thales on their new battle tech. We speak to Steve Rickard of Qioptiq about their purchase by Teledyne and what it will mean to their customers and we also review new sight tech with ELCAN Raytheon.

I would like to thank all the companies that support us. As always, if you have any comments - good or bad please email me; it's how we improve the information we provide.

Best,

Robbie
Editor, Soldier Modernisation
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