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... and lead us not into temptation!

... and lead us not into temptation!

Gepostet von | 9 Sep 2025 | , , | 1

Wie häuft man ein kleines Vermögen an? Indem man mit einem großen beginnt. Diese alte Erkenntnis will sagen, dass man sorgsam mit einem finanziellen Füllhorn umgehen sollte. Und der Verteidigungsetat 2026 ist ein solches Füllhorn. Zur Einordnung: Mit der Entscheidung, die grundgesetzlich verankerte Schuldenbremse für Verteidigung und Infrastruktur auszusetzen, ergibt sich ein Wehretat in völlig neuer Dimension: 2026 wird ein „Sockelbetrag“ von einem Prozent der Wirtschaftsleistung für Verteidigung in den Bundeshaushalt eingestellt, [ds_preview]alle weiteren Ausgaben darüber hinaus werden nicht auf die Schuldenbremse angerechnet. Das „Sondervermögen Bundeswehr“ in Höhe von 100 Mrd. € läuft nach Kalkulationen von Haushaltsexperten 2027 aus....

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China's new helicopters for on-board use

China's new helicopters for on-board use

Gepostet von | 8 Sep 2025 | , , | 0

After the navalised Z-20J variant of the Chinese transport and multi-role helicopter Harbin Z-20 was presented to the public at the Zuhai Airshow in November 2024, this flight type was already shown on board the amphibious assault carrier "Hainan" (Type 75, 237 metres, 31,000 tonnes) during on-board operations in the Chinese media in mid-2025. The Seahawk equivalent (Sikorsky SH-60R/S, four-bladed rotor) equipped with a five-bladed rotor fills the operational gap between the heavy Z-8 (replica French Super-Frelon) and the light Z-9 on-board helicopter (replica Aerospatiale Dauphin). The Z-20J extends the amphibious capabilities of the PLA-N and makes up for a backlog of twenty years. Another variant, the Z-20F, is designed for...

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The marineforum calendar: Dates!

The marineforum calendar: Dates!

Gepostet von | 8 Sep 2025 | , , | 1

09 September 2025 - The challenge of the future - How is the profession of pilot changing, Hamburg The future is uncertain. Whether it's digitalisation, autonomous vehicles or a shortage of skilled workers, the future of the maritime industry is foggy. It's no different for the pilots who bring the world's merchant ships safely into German harbours. With the symposium "The challenge of the future - how is the profession of pilot changing?", the industry and pilots are shedding light on the darkness. From digital solutions to projects for autonomous vehicles, everything will be covered. The companies Danelec, TRENZ GmbH and VARD will give us an insight into the solutions for the future of...

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German seaports hope for prioritisation

German seaports hope for prioritisation

Gepostet von | 8 Sep 2025 | , , | 0

Now that Europe and Germany are massively increasing their defence spending, the Central Association of German Seaport Operators (ZDS) is calling for some of the funds from the special infrastructure and climate neutrality fund to be used for both expansion and protection against potential military attacks. In a letter to Defence Minister Boris Pistorius, it is emphasised that ports are of crucial importance for military logistics in the event of tension and defence and are therefore prime targets for attack. It is not only in the event of war that material and personnel from the Bundeswehr and NATO partners are transported via the seaports. It is therefore an important first step, but by no means sufficient, that the...

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Canada signs several defence agreements

Canada signs several defence agreements

Gepostet von | 5 Sep 2025 | , , | 0

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has signed several agreements with international partners during a trip abroad. According to the Canadian Ministry of Defence, this is intended to strengthen cooperation with key allies. In addition to Germany, corresponding agreements were also signed with Indonesia, Poland and Ukraine. To kick off his trip through Europe, Carney first paid a visit to the Ukrainian capital Kiev and took part in the celebrations for Ukraine's Independence Day. During his visit, Carney pledged an additional two billion Canadian dollars (1.24 billion euros) to Ukraine. This includes around 310 million euros as part of the NATO Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL), over...

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