SIPRI: global arms revenues surge to record 679 billion dollars in 2024 amid escalating conflicts
Global arms revenues reached a record 679 billion dollars in 2024 after a 5.9 per cent rise among the world’s 100 largest producers, according to new data from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute.
Norway orders latest-generation M3 amphibious bridge and ferry system from GDELS to boost mobility
The Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency and General Dynamics European Land Systems–Bridge Systems have signed a contract for the latest generation of the M3 amphibious bridge and ferry system.
Baykar’s KIZILELMA achieves virtual F-16 strike in major test of Turkish unmanned fighter
Baykar Technologies has announced a major milestone for Türkiye’s first unmanned fighter aircraft, Bayraktar KIZILELMA, which achieved a direct virtual hit on a Turkish Air Force F-16 during a simulated firing test.
Royal NLR and Lockheed Martin advance six-year partnership to develop new e-Pilot capability
Royal Netherlands Aerospace Centre will work with Lockheed Martin over the next six years to develop an e-Pilot capability that strengthens human-machine teaming in military aviation.
Diehl Defence reports successful tests of KDV and CICADA systems in expanded counter-drone programme
German company Diehl Defence has demonstrated the capabilities of two of its drone defence products following successful test campaigns at the Grafenwoehr military training area.
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Saab secures SEK 1.4 billion Lithuanian order for third MSHORAD mobile air defence system
Saab has received a third order for its Mobile Short Range Air Defence system from the Lithuanian Defence Materiel Agency, with the contract valued at about SEK 1.4 billion and deliveries scheduled between 2026 and 2030.
FRCSE begins overhaul work as first U.S. Air Force T-38 Talon arrives for TRIM programme repairs
The first U.S. Air Force T-38 Talon reached Fleet Readiness Center Southeast on 24 November for overhaul and repair under the Talon Repair, Inspection and Maintenance programme.
German Armed Forces to begin deployment of Israel’s Arrow 3 missile defence system this week
Germany will officially deploy the Israeli-supplied Arrow 3 missile defence system this week, marking the first time the long-range interceptor will be used outside Israel.
RAF marks completion of Operation Highmast after eight-month global deployment with Carrier Strike Group
The Royal Air Force has concluded Operation Highmast, an eight-month deployment that spanned Europe, the Middle East and the Indo-Pacific while demonstrating the UK’s ability to project air and space power worldwide.
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U.S. Army testing confirms ALL.SPACE Hydra MAX performance in NGTT multi-orbit programme
ALL.SPACE has announced the successful completion of testing for the U.S. Army’s Next Generation Tactical Terminal programme, marking a major step forward in multi-orbit defence communications.
Norway orders latest-generation M3 amphibious bridge and ferry system from GDELS to boost mobility
The Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency and General Dynamics European Land Systems–Bridge Systems have signed a contract for the latest generation of the M3 amphibious bridge and ferry system.
BAE Systems and L&T secure Indian Army contract for licensed production of BvS10 Sindhu vehicles
The Indian Army has signed a contract to procure BvS10 Sindhu vehicles from Larsen & Toubro, which partnered with BAE Systems for the programme.
Latvia joins ASCOD combat vehicle user group as partners sign intent on cooperation at Adazi meeting
Latvia has joined the allied ASCOD infantry fighting vehicle user group following the first meeting of participating nations held on 27 November at the Adazi military base.
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Third Brazilian Scorpène submarine delivered and fourth launched as PROSUB reaches new milestone
The Brazilian Navy has received its third Scorpène class submarine, the Tonelero, at the Itaguai naval base on 26 November.
GE Aerospace marks completion of LCS propulsion programme with USS Pierre commissioning
GE Aerospace’s Marine Engines and Systems division marked a major milestone on 15 November as the USS Pierre (LCS 38) was commissioned in Panama City, Florida.
TKMS moves Turkish NTSP project forward with ceremonial delivery of the second submarine
TKMS has handed over the second of six contracted HDW Class NTSP submarines during a ceremony marking the transfer of TCG Hızırreis.
U.S. Navy takes delivery of final Freedom-variant littoral combat ship USS Cleveland (LCS 31)
The U.S. Navy has taken delivery of the future USS Cleveland (LCS 31), the last Freedom-variant littoral combat ship, from Fincantieri Marinette Marine in Wisconsin on 26 November.
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OHB to provide key subsystems for ESA’s Argonaut lunar lander under newly signed contract
OHB System AG has secured a contract to provide three subsystems for the Lunar Descent Element of ESA’s Argonaut mission, with the agreement signed in Cologne with prime contractor Thales Alenia Space.
ESA and Astrolight launch construction of Greenland laser station to boost secure satellite data
ESA has begun construction of a new Optical Ground Station in Kangerlussuaq, Greenland, funded through its Optical and Quantum Communications ScyLight programme.
ICEYE expands global SAR capabilities with launch of five satellites on Transporter-15 mission
ICEYE has launched and deployed five new Synthetic Aperture Radar satellites, lifting off on 26 November 2025 aboard SpaceX’s Transporter 15 rideshare mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
Leonardo unveils Michelangelo Dome, a new multi-domain system for advanced security threats
Leonardo has presented its new “Michelangelo Dome” system in Rome, describing it as an integrated defence architecture designed to counter emerging threats in an increasingly complex global environment.
