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Our editorial board comprises a specialist group of leading industry figures who, in conjunction with the naval technology editorial team, identify the main drivers of the industry helping to produce regular, thought provoking opinion pieces on the latest issues, challenges and developments.

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Deep secret – secure submarine communication on a quantum level
01 February, 2012
Quantum key distribution technology could enable submarines to communicate securely both at depth and speed. Berenice Baker investigates how rapid underwater communication can be achieved at...
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The rise of the multirole vessel (MRV) 25 January, 2012 by Dr Gareth Evans The rise of the multirole vessel (MRV) has mirrored the evolving nature of maritime power in the 21st century. Dr Gareth Evans reports on how high-tech craft, capable of undertaking various...

Global Defence Technology Issue 11 18 January, 2012 This month we investigate how military technology is used to protect civilians from potential terrorist...

Ready to sail – naval recruitment trends for 2012 12 January, 2012 The UK is experiencing a peak in the need for skilled ship builders and designers thanks to several significant projects. Frances Cook interviewed Natalie Desty, department head of marine...

Countering CBRNe – staying a step ahead of evolving threats 10 January, 2012 by Berenice Baker Asymmetric warfare has seen the CBRNe threat grow and evolve beyond conventional detection and defence methods. Berenice Baker examines how technology developed to address battlefield threats...

Close air support – 2011 in review 20 December, 2011 by Berenice Baker Nato action in Libya in 2011 proved that close air support is an effective alternative to deploying an occupying force. Berenice Baker looks back at 2011 to see what can be learnt about...

Missile design – top trends for a market set to soar 13 December, 2011 Extensive research and development has created a skyward market veering in several innovative directions. Using detailed market data this report uncovers the driving forces behind new...

Future Navy - technology to look out for in 2012 09 December, 2011 As naval warfare continues to evolve new technology is beginning to make waves. Naval Technology profiles the technology likely to make the biggest waves in 2012, including concept weapons, such...

Global Defence Technology Issue 10 07 December, 2011 This month we look at the future of space-based defence and communication...

Pin-pointing naval navigation 17 November, 2011 by Dr Gareth Evans The satellite era has revolutionised surface navigation, but beneath the waves the challenge is far more difficult. Dr Gareth Evans explores the repercussions of modern surface navigation...

Global Defence Technology Issue 9 09 November, 2011 This month we look at the growth of military power in the Asia-Pacific...

Snapshot France - defence industry to 2015 02 November, 2011 French involvement in anti-terrorism, modernisation and UN peacekeeping will make for a robust defence industry to 2015. With increased expenditure likely across all naval, air and land...

From drawing board to launch pad: The rise, fall and rise of the Bulava 24 October, 2011 The Bulava missile has defied plagued test failures and now finally looks ready to spearhead Russia's nuclear arsenal. Designed specifically for use aboard the Borei-Class submarines, we...

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