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Due to the Ukrainian conflict, Europe has stepped up its defence modernisation plans and industrial manufacturing capabilities. Developments on the battlefield have emphasised the importance of mobile and dispersed indirect fire, which is reflected in recent investments by European defence ministries in self-propelled mortar platforms and network communication equipment. At the same time, some European nations are investing in their mortar ammunition production capabilities, in some cases quadrupling their output. In preparation for the Future Mortar Conference, we are releasing the European Market Snapshot, highlighting some of the most essential investments in mortar technology.

In preparation for the 12th annual Future Mortar Systems conference, we are releasing what we believe will be the most impactful technologies in the domain. Despite mortars existing for centuries in one form or another, the concept of dismounted soldiers delivering indirect fire support from a distance remains as relevant as ever. Their value and capability have only increased as new technologies are applied not only to improve performance but also to adapt to the current and future threats of the battlefield.

A new dawn for mortar systems has arrived. While lessons and upgrades have been harnessed from Afghanistan, tomorrow's conflicts may present an entirely different environment with a number of emerging obstacles. These considerations are just some of the operational problems that delegates will be taking with them to Future Mortar Systems conference...