India: Airbus MRTT aircraft deal called off

The Indian government has cancelled the much awaited multi-role tanker transport (MRTT) aircraft deal worth $1 billion on the grounds of planes’ high operational cost. “We have recently cancelled the MRTT deal with Airbus Defence and Space because platforms are too expensive and not economically viable to operate”, a MoD official who declined to be…

Ukraine: preliminary testing of new two-axle dump truck complete

The KrAZ-5401‘2 4×2 dump tuck created in late February has undergone a complete cycle of manufacturer’s tests. Laboratory and on-the-road tests have been carried out in compliance with program using high precision test equipment. Ride tests took place on certified road sections of Ukraine. Results of preliminary (manufacturer’s) tests confirmed compliance of vehicle with requirements.…

Ukraine: 4G technology tested

Intelltelecom (the Giraffe trademark) jointly with Ericsson and Huawei on July 29, first tested LTE TDD 4G technology in the 2,300 MHz range in Ukraine. The company said in a press release that the highest speed of radio interface, voice and video calls and online high resolution video were tested at several terminals at once.…