Harald Bechmann
Editor
Harald Bechmann is a patent engineer and Japanese translator as well as a former militia engineer non-commissioned officer. After studying Japanese at the University of Vienna, he worked in Japan for several years. His particular interest lies in military history, defence technology and current defence policy topics, with a focus on the Far East.
Latest stories4 stories
Belgium–Japan defence cooperation: military attachés, rare earths and drone UTM
For the first time, a Belgian defence minister has paid an official visit to Japan. Belgium and Japan will exchange military attachés and discuss deep-sea mining – and in drone coordination, the Japanese-controlled company Unifly is already working for Brussels.
Interceptor drone Terra A1 Autonomous: Terra Drone uses AI to detect and track hostile drones
With an autonomous interceptor drone, Terra Drone is expanding its young defence business. The Terra A1 Autonomous is designed to relieve pilots and counter swarm attacks – developed and improved together with partners in Ukraine.
Drone manufacturer Terra Drone prepares joint venture with Besomer and unveils Terra C1 reconnaissance drone
Drone manufacturers from Japan and Ukraine are joining forces: Terra Drone and Besomer plan to combine reconnaissance, surveillance and interceptor drones into a layered defence. New in the portfolio is the Terra C1 fixed-wing drone, and maritime drones are also planned.
