Irish Defence Forces begin rollout of new body armour for first time in 20 years
Ireland's Defence Forces has begun rolling out new body armour to its troops, in a major equipment upgrade that will reach 8,000 personnel. The new kit is being introduced for the first time in two decades and is intended to better match the demands of modern warfare. The first field deployment is due next month, when the 69th Infantry Group travels to Lebanon for what is described as the last UNIFIL mission there.The armour programme has cost around €25 million, according to the information provided, and was developed with both operational protection and comfort in mind. It is designed to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Oct 2026 14:32 LONDON
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Australian Defence Force pauses Supacat use after fatal rollover near Darwin
The Australian Defence Force has suspended operational use of the Supacat troop carrier after a fatal rollover during a training exercise south of Darwin. One soldier, Army Corporal Brendan Hannam, died in the accident at the Mount Bundey Training Area on Monday. Five other soldiers were injured in the incident, which has triggered a series of investigations.Chief of Army Lieutenant General Susan Coyle confirmed the vehicle involved was a Supacat troop carrying vehicle and said the pause was standard practice after a major accident, particularly a fatality. She said the vehicle is used in the first brigade and in special... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Oct 2026 05:32 LONDON
