European Defense Fund to propel consolidation of the industry despite budget cuts: Poll
The European Defense Fund (EDF) was established to encourage collaborative defence research among the member states. The COVID-19 pandemic, however,…
22 Dec 2020
Will NATO members adopt the 6.8mm caliber weapons in the next decade? Poll finds a divided opinion
The limitations surrounding 5.56mm caliber weapons have led to the development of alternative small arms. Verdict has conducted a poll to assess the adoption timeline for 6.8mm caliber weapons by…
18 Dec 2020
Durability or survivability the main feature of advanced materials used in aerospace and defence: Poll
Advanced materials have the ability to significantly improve operational effectiveness in military and aerospace applications. Verdict has conducted a poll to assess which the main feature of advanced materials used…
17 Dec 2020
Investment on loitering munitions will reduce expenditure for other weapon types: Poll
Loitering munitions have the ability to target, evade and penetrate enemy defences but also pose potential challenges. Verdict has conducted a poll to assess whether investment on loitering munitions will…
26 Nov 2020
PSNS & IMF Innovation Lab develops LED disinfecting devices
Innovation Lab of Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS & IMF) has designed and constructed two handheld ultraviolet-C LED disinfecting prototype devices. The devices are currently being…
20 Nov 2020
Strategic shift towards great power competition and new generation systems to continue regardless of US election outcome: Poll
The shift towards great power competition and investment in new-generation systems is expected to continue regardless of the outcome of the US presidential election, as opined by 61% of the…
18 Nov 2020
European defence value chains to become more nationalised due to COVID-19: Poll
Defence value chains in Europe may become nationalised as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to majority of the respondents of a poll conducted by Verdict. Approximately 45% of…