Author: George Block

The United States military may seek repayment from New Zealand for years of free meals enjoyed by Kiwi troops in Afghanistan, according to a new report.

Article: https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/300046426/us-military-may-seek-repayment-from-nz-for-years-of-free-meals-in-afghanistan
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Author: HENSOLDT UK

Enfield, UK, 29 June 2020 – HENSOLDT UK have completed the delivery of a fully type approved Kelvin Hughes Integrated Naval Bridge System (INBS) for Polar-class logistic ship HMNZS Aotearoa. At 26,000 tons this is one of the largest ever vessel built for the Royal New Zealand Navy and was recently delivered by Hyundai Heavy Industries.

Article: https://www.hensoldt.net/news/hensoldt-uk-delivers-full-integrated-naval-bridge-system-for-royal-new-zealand-navy-ship-hmnzs-aotearoa/
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Author: Greg Waldron

The Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) operates in a vast geography that ranges from idyllic Pacific islands to Antarctica, and also deals with broad array of missions.

RNZAF chief air vice-marshal Andrew Clark says that the missions of the broader New Zealand Defence Force fall into two broad areas, one covering typical military missions, the other being what would be regarded in other countries as coast guard work.

Article: https://www.flightglobal.com/rnzaf-chief-eyes-big-regions-broad-requirements/139039.article
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Author: DefPost

The Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN)’s newest vessel, the future HMNZS Aotearoa (A11), sailed into Auckland Harbour on June 26 following her 15 day journey from Ulsan, South Korea.

Article: https://defpost.com/royal-new-zealand-navys-newest-vessel-hmnzs-aotearoa-arrives-in-auckland/
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 Author has a few details wrong. Aotearoa is 26,000 tons, she can carry 22 20 ft containers, and weapons though this is not confirmed yet, but will most likely be "fitted for but not with"  RNZN official fact sheet click here

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Author: LINE OF DEFENCE MAGAZINE

Hon Dr Wayne Mapp notes that despite changes in governments Defence policy has continued to remain stable, and that Covid-19 presents both challenges and opportunities for defence spending.

It is tempting to use the Covid pandemic as an excuse to put things off. In recent weeks there were several letters to the editor in the major newspapers suggesting that the purchase of the new C130 and P8 aircraft should either be deferred or cancelled. Admittedly some of the authors were well known opponents of virtually all defence spending, but it was clear they were reflecting views more widely held in the community.

Article: https://defsec.net.nz/2020/06/22/defence-stability/
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Author: George Block

A brand-new Navy ship is heading for New Zealand and is more than halfway to its new home.

HMNZS Aotearoa, which will be the largest ship ever to serve in the Royal New Zealand Navy, was about 75 nautical miles southwest of Nouméa at 3pm on Tuesday.

Article: https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/300040365/hmnzs-aotearoa-navys-largest-ever-ship-finally-on-its-way-to-new-zealand
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The HMNZS Te Kaha F77 Tied up the Canadian Navy base in Esquimalt, June 18, 2020. She appears to finally finishing her mid life refit.

Article: http://www.shipspotting.com/
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Author: Defense & Aerospace Report

Hot on the heels of big airlift and surveillance announcements, Defence Minister Hon Ron Mark highlights the new capabilities of the C-130J, with work to replace the Boeing 757s to begin next year.

Last month it was my privilege to announce a continued investment in air capability, one which will help future-proof New Zealand’s ability to conduct air operations in support of our Defence Force and other government agencies, over the next two decades and beyond.

Article: https://defsec.net.nz/2020/06/19/super-hercules/
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