U.S. space and cyber forces lead early phase of Operation Epic Fury, enabling strikes on more than 1,000 Iranian targets
U.S. space and cyber forces played a leading role in the initial phase of strikes against Iran, according to Pentagon officials.
Pete Hegseth on Operation Epic Fury against Iran: “We are just getting started”
The United States and Israel are making rapid offensive gains against Iran during the opening days of Operation Epic Fury, according to senior U.S. defense officials.
U.S. Navy submarine sinks Iranian warship Soleimani with Mark 48 torpedo in Indian Ocean, Pentagon says
U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said on Wednesday that a U.S. Navy submarine sank an Iranian warship in international waters.
EIF commits €50 million to Join Capital Fund III to support European deeptech and dual-use innovation in defence and space
The European Investment Fund (EIF), part of the European Investment Bank Group, has announced a €50 million commitment to Join Capital’s third venture capital fund.
Mercedes-Benz Zetros defence trucks successfully complete Arctic winter trials in Finnish extreme conditions
Daimler Truck has completed intensive winter testing of its Mercedes-Benz Zetros defence vehicles under extreme climatic conditions in the Finnish Arctic Circle.
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Ukraine’s defence intelligence says Russia employs new air-launched cruise missile
Ukraine’s military intelligence agency has released details of a new long-range air-launched cruise missile reportedly used by the Russian air force in the war against Ukraine.
NATO AWACS conducts first air surveillance mission in Finnish airspace after Finland’s accession
A NATO Airborne Early Warning and Control System aircraft has conducted its first mission in Finnish airspace, marking a milestone in Allied air operations.
Merlin Labs completes Preliminary Design Review for USSOCOM C-130J aircraft autonomy program
Merlin Labs has completed the Preliminary Design Review for its C-130J autonomy program with U.S. Special Operations Command.
Germany to equip CH-47 Chinook helicopters with Northrop Grumman CIRCM protection system
Northrop Grumman will provide its Common Infrared Countermeasures system to Germany for the first time, expanding the company’s aircraft survivability technology presence in Europe.
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UNION Technologies and Hanwha Defense USA launch strategic partnership to scale 155mm manufacturing
The companies said the partnership is intended to strengthen the defense industrial base and improve supply chain resilience for the United States and its allies. Both firms aim to align their capabilities to support the production speed, quality and reliability required for modern defense manufacturing. According to the companies, the initiative responds to increasing…
Indra forms industrial consortium to develop Spain’s advanced counter-battery radar system for rapid detection of artillery, mortar and rocket fire
Indra has launched work on Spain’s future radar system designed to locate the origin of indirect fire, known as RALOFI, under a Special Modernization Program (PEM).
CSG’s ZVS holding and EURENCO sign agreement to build new artillery charge production plant in Slovakia
ZVS holding, part of the CSG Group, and the French company EURENCO have signed a memorandum confirming the creation of a joint venture to build a new production facility in Slovakia.
Rheinmetall signs deal to acquire majority stake in Croatian uncrewed systems company DOK-ING to expand defence portfolio
German defence technology group Rheinmetall has signed an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Croatian uncrewed systems manufacturer DOK-ING.
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TKMS and CAE sign teaming agreement to support training and simulation for Canada’s future submarine fleet capability
TKMS and CAE have signed a Teaming Agreement to strengthen cooperation in support of Canada’s future submarine capability.
U.S. Navy submarine sinks Iranian warship Soleimani with Mark 48 torpedo in Indian Ocean, Pentagon says
U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said on Wednesday that a U.S. Navy submarine sank an Iranian warship in international waters.
Saildrone integrates sub-bottom profiler on Voyager USV to strengthen Baltic Sea infrastructure monitoring
Saildrone has announced the successful integration and operation of a sub-bottom profiler on its Saildrone Voyager unmanned surface vehicle.
Royal Navy deploys Type 45 destroyer HMS Dragon and Wildcat helicopters to Eastern Mediterranean amid rising regional threats
The UK is deploying the Type 45 destroyer HMS Dragon and Royal Navy Wildcat helicopters to the Eastern Mediterranean to protect British interests and support allies.
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IAI supports Israel Defense Forces’ operations through satellite capabilities during Iran campaign
Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD) Director General Maj. Gen. (Res.) Amir Baram visited a space facility jointly operated by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), the Ministry’s Directorate of Defense Research and Development (DDR&D), and the Israel Defense Forces.
BlackSky secures seven-figure award under NGA Luno A Facility Monitoring Delivery Order
BlackSky Technology Inc. has secured a seven-figure award under the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency’s Luno A Facility Monitoring Delivery Order.
U.S. space and cyber forces lead early phase of Operation Epic Fury, enabling strikes on more than 1,000 Iranian targets
U.S. space and cyber forces played a leading role in the initial phase of strikes against Iran, according to Pentagon officials.
Lockheed Martin to provide anti-jamming payload for Japan’s next-generation defense communications satellite program
Lockheed Martin will provide an advanced anti-jamming payload for Japan’s Next-Generation Defense Satellite Communication System.