Bangladesh’s Shipbuilding Ambition: Strengthening Defence While Expanding Exports
Reading Time: 2 minutesBangladesh’s goal of achieving four billion US dollars in shipbuilding exports by 2026 represents more than an economic aspiration; it is also a strategic endeavour with profound implications for national defence. While the target has been criticised as ambitious, the development of the shipbuilding sector offers the dual opportunity to Continue Reading
Zodiac Hurricane Rigid-Hulled Inflatable Boat
Reading Time: 2 minutesDesignation: Zodiac Hurricane RHIBType: High-speed multi-role rigid-hulled inflatable boatOperator: Bangladesh Navy (Special Warfare Diving and Salvage – SWADS)Country of Origin: Canada/FranceManufacturer: Zodiac Milpro (subsidiary of Zodiac Group) Overview The Zodiac Hurricane series of Rigid-Hulled Inflatable Boats (RHIBs) represent a class of high-performance craft developed for elite naval and maritime security Continue Reading
Bangladesh Navy Inducts RQ-21A Blackjack UAVs
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe Bangladesh Navy has formally received a consignment of RQ-21A Blackjack small tactical unmanned aircraft systems (STUAS), joining the Bangladesh Army as the second operator of the Boeing-Insitu-made platform. The transfer, part of a broader US Indo-Pacific Strategy initiative, marks a new phase in Dhaka’s defence modernisation programme and highlights Continue Reading
Bangladesh Navy Procures Naval Guns from Türkiye
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Bangladesh Navy has formally signed a procurement agreement with Turkish defence manufacturer Canik (SYS Group) for the acquisition of Venom LR 30mm remote-controlled weapon systems and M2 QCB 12.7mm heavy machine guns, further cementing growing defence ties between Dhaka and Ankara. The deal was publicly unveiled on 24 July Continue Reading
Strategic Acquisition of U.S. Excess Defence Hardware to Accelerate Bangladesh’s Military Modernisation
Reading Time: 3 minutesAs Bangladesh navigates a complex and evolving regional security environment, coupled with fiscal constraints, it is strongly recommended that Dhaka pursue a focused procurement strategy leveraging the United States’ Excess Defence Articles (EDA) and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programmes. This approach offers a unique opportunity to acquire battle-tested, technologically advanced Continue Reading