Defense Security Cooperation Agency US possible sale approval

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France –C-130J Aircraft

WASHINGTON, Nov 10, 2015 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to France for C-130J aircraft and associated equipment, parts and logistical support for an estimated cost of $650 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today.

The Government of France has requested a possible sale of:

Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
Two (2) C-130J aircraft with Rolls Royce AE-2100D Turboprop Engines
Two (2) KC-130J aircraft with Rolls Royce AE-2100D Turboprop Engines
Four (4) Rolls Royce AE-2100D Turboprop Engines (spares)

Non-Major Defense Equipment (Non-MDE):
Six (6) AN/ALE 47 Electronic Countermeasure Dispensers (1 per aircraft, plus 2 spares)
Six (6) AN/AAR-47A(V)2 Missile Warning Systems (1 per aircraft, plus 2 spares)
Six (6) AN/ALR-56M Radar Warning Receivers (1 per aircraft, plus 2 spares)
Ten (10) Embedded Global Positioning/Inertial Navigation Systems (2 per aircraft, plus 2 spares)
Ten (10) AN/ARC-210 Radios (2 per aircraft, plus 2 spares)
Ten (10) AN/ARC-164 UHF/VF Radios (2 per aircraft, plus 2 spares)
Two (2) HF Voice Radios
Ten (10) KY-100 Secure Voice Terminals (2 per aircraft, plus 2 spares)
Ten (10) KYV-5 Secure Voice Equipment Units (2 per aircraft, plus 2 spares)

Also provided are support and test equipment; publications and technical documentation; personnel training and training equipment; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services; and other related elements of logistical and program support. The estimated MDE value is $355 million. The total overall estimated value is $650 million.

http://dsca.mil/major-arms-sales/france-c-130j-aircraft

[JdL]

@Hellfire sale to GB ...500 Hellfire's voor 80 mio...dat is 160.000 per stuk..dure dingen !

Bij ons is de 5,56 mm op de bon
Kan je nagaan hoe vaak onze apaches dan met de hellfire zullen mogen trainen

[Oorlogsvis]

@Hellfire sale to GB ...500 Hellfire's voor 80 mio...dat is 160.000 per stuk..dure dingen !

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Finland - Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) M31A1 Unitary and GMLRS M30A1 Alternative Warhead Rockets in Pods

WASHINGTON, Nov 10, 2015 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Finland for Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) M31A1 Unitary and GMLRS M30A1 Alternative Warhead Rockets in Pods and associated equipment, parts and logistical support for an estimated cost of $150 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on November 9, 2015.

The Government of Finland has requested a possible sale of forty (40) Guided Multiple Launch Rocket Pods: Fifteen Pods of M31A1 Unitary Missiles (6 missiles per pod for a total of 90 missiles) and 25 Pods of M30A1Alternative Warhead Missiles (6 missiles per pod for a total of 150 missiles). Also included are publications, personnel training and training equipment, software development, U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical and logistics support services, and other related elements of logistical and program support. The total estimated cost is $150 million.

http://dsca.mil/major-arms-sales/finland-guided-multiple-launch-rocket-system-gmlrs-m31a1-unitary-and-gmlrs-m30a1

United Kingdom - Hellfire Missiles

WASHINGTON, Nov 10, 2015 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the United Kingdom for Hellfire missiles and associated equipment, parts and logistical support for an estimated cost of $80 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on November 9, 2015.

The Government of the United Kingdom (UK) requested a possible sale of five hundred (500) AGM-114R Hellfire II Semi-Active Laser (SAL) missiles. The estimated cost is $80 million.

http://dsca.mil/major-arms-sales/united-kingdom-hellfire-missiles-0

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Lithuania - M 1126 Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicles (ICV) with 30mm cannon and M2 Machine Guns, and Related Support Equipment

WASHINGTON, Nov 5, 2015 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Lithuania for Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicles and associated equipment, parts and logistical support for an estimated cost of $599 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on November 4, 2015.

The Government of Lithuania has requested a sale of eighty-four (84) M 1126 Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicles (ICV) with the ATK 30mm cannon, the XM813 30mm cannon or a European variant with the Remote Weapon Station and eighty-four (84) M2 Flex Machine Guns.

Is dit de aanbieding die gemaakt wordt door de regering van de VS ? Dus Strykers met 30 mm.....
De definitieve keus door Litouwen is /was nog niet gemaakt toch ??

Het gaat om een mogelijke verkoop. Litouwen maakt eind van deze maand hun definitieve keuze.

[JdL]

Lithuania - M 1126 Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicles (ICV) with 30mm cannon and M2 Machine Guns, and Related Support Equipment

WASHINGTON, Nov 5, 2015 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Lithuania for Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicles and associated equipment, parts and logistical support for an estimated cost of $599 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on November 4, 2015.

The Government of Lithuania has requested a sale of eighty-four (84) M 1126 Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicles (ICV) with the ATK 30mm cannon, the XM813 30mm cannon or a European variant with the Remote Weapon Station and eighty-four (84) M2 Flex Machine Guns.

Is dit de aanbieding die gemaakt wordt door de regering van de VS ? Dus Strykers met 30 mm.....
De definitieve keus door Litouwen is /was nog niet gemaakt toch ??

Is er voor de boxer ook een offerte opgevraagd?
de keuze wordt zeer binnenkort verwacht
is dit een voorbode?...

[Harald]

Lithuania - M 1126 Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicles (ICV) with 30mm cannon and M2 Machine Guns, and Related Support Equipment

WASHINGTON, Nov 5, 2015 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Lithuania for Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicles and associated equipment, parts and logistical support for an estimated cost of $599 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on November 4, 2015.

The Government of Lithuania has requested a sale of eighty-four (84) M 1126 Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicles (ICV) with the ATK 30mm cannon, the XM813 30mm cannon or a European variant with the Remote Weapon Station and eighty-four (84) M2 Flex Machine Guns.

Is dit de aanbieding die gemaakt wordt door de regering van de VS ? Dus Strykers met 30 mm.....
De definitieve keus door Litouwen is /was nog niet gemaakt toch ??

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The Government of Kuwait – Sniper Advanced Targeting Pods (ATP)

WASHINGTON, Nov 5, 2015 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Kuwait for Sniper Advanced Targeting Pods (ATP) and associated equipment, parts and logistical support for an estimated cost of $115 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on November 4, 2015.

The Government of Kuwait has requested a possible sale of:

Major Defense Equipment (MDE):
Fourteen (14) AN/AAQ-33 Sniper Advanced Targeting Pods (ATP)

Non-MDE items included in this request are associated equipment, spares, accessories, and airworthiness certification. The sale will include the above system integration on the purchaser's F/A-18 aircraft along with improvements in the on-board mission computer software suites. Operational support for these modifications will be provided through upgrades. Also included in this request are systems integration and testing, software development/integration, test sets, support equipment, spares, repair parts, maintenance and pilot training, publications and technical documents, U.S. Government and contractor technical assistance, and other related elements of logistics, engineering and program support. The estimated cost of MDE is $50 million. The total estimated cost is $115 million.

Kuwait has requested the Sniper ATP due to its compatibility with the latest precision-guided weapons and capability of detecting, identifying, and engaging multiple moving and fixed targets in air-to-air and air-to-ground engagements. Integration of the Sniper ATP on Kuwait's F/A-18 aircraft would enhance its ability to protect itself against possible aggression from foreign forces.

http://dsca.mil/major-arms-sales/government-kuwait-sniper-advanced-targeting-pods-atp

United Arab Emirates (UAE) - Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAM), Sustainment and Support

WASHINGTON, Nov 5, 2015 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAM), sustainment and associated equipment, parts and logistical support for an estimated cost of $380 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on November 4, 2015.

The United Arab Emirates requested approval to procure 3250 GBU-31V1 (KMU-556 JDAM kit) with 3250 MK-84/BLU-117 bombs, 750 GBU-31V3 (KMU-557 JDAM kit) with 750 BLU-109 bombs, 1000 GBU-12 with 1002 MK-82/BLU-111 bombs, 4,250 FMU-152 fuzes, and 216 GBU-24 tail kits (BSU-84). The sale also includes non-MDE related munitions items (fuzes and bomb components), sustainment, and support. The estimated total case value is $380 million.

This proposed sale contributes to the foreign policy and national security of the United States by helping the UAE remain an active member of the OPERATION INHERENT RESOLVE (OIR) coalition working to defeat the Islamic State in Iraq and Levant (ISIL) and as part of the Saudi-led coalition to restore the legitimate government in Yemen. These munitions will sustain the UAE's efforts and support a key partner that remains an important force for political stability and economic progress in the Middle East.

The proposed sale provides the UAE additional precision guided munitions capability to meet the current threat. The UAE continues to provide host-nation support of vital U.S. forces stationed at Al Dhafra Air Base and plays a vital role in supporting U.S. regional interests. The UAE was a valued partner and an active participant in OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM (OIF), OPERATION ENDURING FREEDOM (OEF), OPERATION UNIFIED PROTECTOR (OUP), and now is a valued partner in OIR coalition operations.

http://dsca.mil/major-arms-sales/united-arab-emirates-uae-joint-direct-attack-munitions-jdam-sustainment-and-support

Lithuania - M 1126 Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicles (ICV) with 30mm cannon and M2 Machine Guns, and Related Support Equipment

WASHINGTON, Nov 5, 2015 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Lithuania for Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicles and associated equipment, parts and logistical support for an estimated cost of $599 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on November 4, 2015.

The Government of Lithuania has requested a sale of eighty-four (84) M 1126 Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicles (ICV) with the ATK 30mm cannon, the XM813 30mm cannon or a European variant with the Remote Weapon Station and eighty-four (84) M2 Flex Machine Guns. Additionally, they have requested the ICV-30 package, including contractor logistics support, support equipment, spare parts, armaments, two (2) AN/PRC-152 Radios per vehicle, one (l) AN/PSN-13 DAGR per vehicle, one (l) VIC-3 per vehicle, training aids/devices/simulators & simulations (TADSS), translated technical manuals with laptop computers, training, Foreign Service Representatives (FSRs), OCONUS Contractor vehicle deprocessing services and technical assistance. The total estimated value of MDE is $462 million. The overall total estimated value is $599 million.

This proposed sale will contribute to the foreign policy and national security of the United States by helping to improve the security of a NATO ally.

Lithuania's acquisition of the Stryker ICV system would represent a major advancement in capability for the Lithuanian Land Forces, filling a vital capability gap that is not currently addressed. The Stryker ICV system would provide maneuverability, speed, and firepower to the Lithuanian Land Forces and enhance Lithuania's ability to contribute to territorial defense and NATO and coalition operations. Lithuania will have no difficulty absorbing this equipment into its armed forces.

http://dsca.mil/major-arms-sales/lithuania-m-1126-stryker-infantry-carrier-vehicles-icv-30mm-cannon-and-m2-machine

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Italy - Weaponization of MQ-9s

WASHINGTON, Nov. 4, 2015 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Italy for weaponization of MQ-9s and associated equipment, parts and logistical support for an estimated cost of $129.6 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on November 3, 2015.

The Government of Italy requested a possible sale of Major Defense Equipment (MDE) items including one hundred and fifty-six (156) AGM-114R2 HELLFIRE II Missiles; eight (8 ) HELLFIRE II, M36-E8 Captive Air Training Missiles (CATMs); and thirty (30) GBU-12 Laser Guided Bombs. Non-MDE items requested include thirty (30) GBU-38 Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAMs); five (5) HELLFIRE M34 Dummy Missiles; thirty (30) GBU-49 Enhanced Laser Guided Bombs; thirty (30) GBU-54 Laser JDAMs; twenty-six (26) Bomb Racks; six (6) MQ-9 weaponization kits and installation; thirteen (13) M-299 launchers; two (2) AN/AWM-103 test suites; personnel weapons training/equipment; spare parts; support equipment; publications and technical data; U.S. Government and contractor technical assistance; and other related elements of program and logistics support. The estimated MDE value is $18 million. The estimated total value is $129.6 million.

http://dsca.mil/major-arms-sales/italy-weaponization-mq-9s

The Government of France - Hellfire Missiles

WASHINGTON, Nov 4, 2015 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of France for Hellfire Missiles and associated equipment, parts and logistical support for an estimated cost of $30 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on November 3, 2015.

The Government of France has requested a possible sale of two-hundred (200) AGM-114K1A Hellfire Missiles; Hellfire Missile conversion kits; blast fragmentation sleeves and installation kits; containers; and transportation. The estimated cost of MDE is $25 million. The total estimated cost is $30 million.

The additional missiles will meet France's operational requirements for a precisionguided tactical missile for its Tigre Attack Helicopter. The purchase will directly support French forces actively engaged in operations in Mali and Northern Africa, providing them the capability to successfully engage targets with minimal collateral damage. France will have no difficulty absorbing these missiles into its armed forces.

http://dsca.mil/major-arms-sales/government-france-hellfire-missiles

[dudge]

maar niks over leverdatum!. Schijnt een wachtrij te zijn..

Voor een dergelijk simpel product, zonder dat er echt grote operaties aan de gang zijn.
Overigens wel opvallend aangezien Turkije zelf ook een INS/GPS bom bouwt:

http://www.sage.tubitak.gov.tr/en/urunler/precision-guidance-kit-hgk

[Elzenga]

$ 70 miljoen USD !! = € 60 miljoen Euro  en Nederland heeft een tekort. Laat NL gewoon hun voorraden goed aanvullen.

maar niks over leverdatum!. Schijnt een wachtrij te zijn..

[Harald]

Turkey – Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAM)

WASHINGTON, Oct.29, 2015 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Turkey for Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAM) and associated equipment, parts and logistical support for an estimated cost of $70 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on October 28, 2015.

The Government of Turkey has requested a possible sale of Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) tail kits comprised of 400 GBU-31(V)1 for use with Mk84 bombs, 200 GBU-31(V)3 for use with BLU-109 bombs, 300 GBU-38 for use with Mk82 bombs, 100 GBU-54 Laser JDAM kits for use with Mk82 bombs, 200 BLU-109 Hard Target Penetrator Warheads, and1000 FMU-152A/B fuzes. Non-MDE includes containers, support equipment, spare and repair parts, integration, test equipment, publications and technical documentation, personnel training and training equipment, U.S. Government and contractor engineering and technical support, and other related elements of logistics support. The estimated cost is $70 million.

http://dsca.mil/major-arms-sales/turkey-joint-direct-attack-munitions-jdam

$ 70 miljoen USD !! = € 60 miljoen Euro  en Nederland heeft een tekort. Laat NL gewoon hun voorraden goed aanvullen.

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Turkey – Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAM) (Corrected*)

WASHINGTON, Oct 30, 2015 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Turkey for Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAM) and associated equipment, parts and logistical support for an estimated cost of $70 million.  The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on October 28, 2015.

The Government of Turkey has requested a possible sale of Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) tail kits comprised of 400 GBU-31(V)1 for use with Mk84 bombs, 200 GBU-31(V)3 for use with BLU-109 bombs, 300 GBU-38 for use with Mk82 bombs, 100 GBU-54 Laser JDAM kits for use with Mk82 bombs, 200 BLU-109 Hard Target Penetrator Warheads, and1000 FMU-152A/B fuzes.  Non-MDE includes containers, support equipment, spare and repair parts, integration, test equipment, publications and technical documentation, personnel training and training equipment, U.S. Government and contractor engineering and technical support, and other related elements of logistics support. The estimated cost is $70 million.

*This news release was previously posted on 29 October 2015.  This version removes some erroneous and duplicative text.

http://dsca.mil/major-arms-sales/turkey-joint-direct-attack-munitions-jdam-corrected

Government of Thailand - Evolved Seasparrow Missiles (ESSM)

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29, 2015 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Thailand of Evolved Seasparrow Missiles (ESSM) and associated equipment, parts and logistical support for an estimated cost of $26.9 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on October 28, 2015.

The Government of Thailand requested a possible sale of Major Defense Equipment for its Evolved Seasparrow Missile (ESSM) program. The total estimated value of MDE is $18,570,385. The total overall estimated value is $26,943,445.

Major Defense Equipment (MDE) includes:
Sixteen (16) Evolved Seasparrow Missiles (ESSM) (Fourteen (14) tactical missiles and two (2) telemetry missiles)
Three (3) MK25 Quad Pack canisters
Ten (10) MK783 shipping containers

Also included with this request is additional equipment; training; and technical services.

http://dsca.mil/major-arms-sales/government-thailand-evolved-seasparrow-missiles-essm

[dudge]

Als de export van olie definitief stil komt te liggen, om welke reden dan ook... dan gaat die geld voorraad er in ene razend tempo doorheen en is het uiteindelijk: terug naar de tent.

Terug naar de tent...haha dat zal paniek geven.

[jurrien visser (JuVi op Twitter)]

Ja, maar ze mogen zich ondertussen toch ook wel eens gaan realiseren dat er ooit een einde gaat komen aan die inkomsten en dat er al invloedrijke landen zijn die actief de afhankelijkheid van Olie uit het Midden Oosten aan het verminderen zijn. De Verenigde Arabische Emiraten en dan m.n. Dubai pakken dat m.i. toch wat geraffineerder aan. Ok, ook daar ridicule projecten, maar voor een deel is dat ook de charme die men daar wil uitstralen ''alles kan'' en men weet goed gebruik te maken van de strategische ligging van de regio.

Saoedie-Arabie vind ik wat dat betreft een heel ander verhaal. Ook een stuk zorgwekkender gezien de rol die men heeft gespeelt in het verleden en de rol die men nu en in de toekomst wenst te spelen (en waar wij als Westen helemaal niet zo blij mee zouden moeten zijn).

Je zou verwachten dat men de welvaart tevens wat beter zou verdelen om o.a. het extreme radicalisme enigszins te temperen, maar dat wil men volgens mij maar in beperkte mate al is het maar omdat de Staat ZELF daar ook gewoon fundamentalistisch is met een tribale inslag. Best dramatisch voor het land zelf, maar ook zeker voor de hele regio m.i..

Als de export van olie definitief stil komt te liggen, om welke reden dan ook... dan gaat die geld voorraad er in ene razend tempo doorheen en is het uiteindelijk: terug naar de tent.