Editor's letter

Welcome to the latest issue of Global Defence Technology magazine.

The development of synthetic environments for training purposes is driving a range of efficiencies for air forces around the world who are eager to reduce costs in real-world flight through simulated means. However, with the new era of sixth-generation air combat platforms on the horizon, stakeholders in the synthetic training space must determine how their technologies will be able to reflect the conditions of tomorrow.

Elsewhere, and main battle tanks, considered obsolete by some pre-2022 defence circles, are making a comeback as countries seek to recapitalise heavy armour fleets in light of lessons being seen in Ukraine. While some seek to upgrade existing platforms, future tanks are also on the drawing board.

Also, don’t miss out on the latest insight from the team on the Top Five spenders on nuclear submarine programmes, the role of augmented reality in training, insight from SensusQ on AI developments, and more.

All this and the latest defence industry news, comment, and analysis from GlobalData. 

Richard Thomas, editor-in-chief