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Category : Defence
Author: Chen Chuanren

The New Zealand Defense Force (NZDF) has established both an enhanced strike project and a persistent intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) project to examine future air-to-surface weapons, targeting capabilities and sensing options.

Article: https://aviationweek.com/defense/aircraft-propulsion/new-zealand-air-force-explores-new-strike-isr-options
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Category : News
Author: Nick James

The Ministry of Defence is looking to companies and experts for advice on a potential plan for surveillance drones to scour the Pacific.

Article: https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/584070/ministry-of-defence-seeks-advice-for-plan-to-have-drones-scour-pacific
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Category : News
Author: defsec

No runway, no problem. According to Shield AI, with a one-way range of approximately 700 nautical miles, its V-BAT uncrewed vertical takeoff and landing system delivers agile, affordable, and persistent maritime domain awareness.

Article: https://defsec.net.nz/2026/01/08/v-bat-offers-maritime-surveillance-new-era/
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Category : Opinion
Author: Dr Peter Greener

When the Defence Capability Plan 2025 was released on 7 April this year, I subsequently noted that whilst any new DCP is a significant event, the Defence Capability Plan 2025 was more significant than most.

Article: https://defsec.net.nz/2026/01/08/royal-new-zealand-navy-new-frigates/
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Category : News
Author: RNZ

The Defence Force is brainstorming with local and overseas companies on how to improve intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance in the oceans around New Zealand.

Article: https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/581857/defence-force-mulling-how-to-improve-surveillance-of-oceans
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Category : Opinion
Author: Navy Lookout

New Zealand is approaching a pivotal decision on the future of its surface combatant fleet as the Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN) looks to replace its Anzac-class frigates in the mid-2030s. Two designs have emerged as the most likely contenders: Japan’s upgraded Mogami-class and the British Type 31 frigate.

Article: https://www.navylookout.com/new-zealands-frigate-choice-mogami-or-type-31/
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Category : News
Author: RNZ

The NZ Defence Force wants to put in ground terminals next year for its main military satellite system.

Article: https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/581347/nzdf-wants-to-build-ground-terminals-for-military-satellite-system
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