BlackSky lands new Gen-3 expansion contracts amid rising global demand for tactical space-based intelligence
BlackSky Technology Inc. has signed multiple Gen-3 expansion contracts as early access pilot programs transition into renewal agreements with customers across the Americas, Asia, and Europe.
Auterion demonstrates live-fire drone swarm in U.S. test, one operator strikes three targets simultaneously
Auterion announced it executed a live-fire combat drone swarm strike at a U.S. military range in Florida on January 13, 2026.
Canadian Patrol Submarine Project: Hanwha Ocean and Babcock outline partnership centered on jobs and localization
Hanwha Ocean and Babcock have confirmed a joint approach to Canada’s Canadian Patrol Submarine Project that places long-term employment, skills transfer, and industrial participation in Canada at the center of delivery.
Congressional Research Service reviews U.S. Navy plan to revive battleships under new guided missile BBG(X) program
The U.S. Congressional Research Service has published a report examining a Navy proposal that would bring battleships back into the fleet for the first time since World War II, outlining the scope of the Guided Missile Battleship, or BBG(X), program and the issues it raises for Congress.
Oshkosh Defense to present combat-proven JLTV capabilities at International Armoured Vehicles Conference
Oshkosh Defense announced it will showcase its Joint Light Tactical Vehicle platform at the International Armoured Vehicles Conference, taking place January 20–22, 2026.
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Finland’s first F-35 Lightning II multirole fighter arrives at Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Arkansas
Finland’s first F-35A multirole fighter has arrived at Ebbing Air National Guard Base, marking the start of F-35 deliveries for the Finnish Air Force.
Sener begins construction of Patriot building in Tres Cantos as part of space and defence expansion
Spanish engineering and technology group Sener has launched construction of its new Patriot building in Tres Cantos, Madrid, as part of a plan to double the company’s surface area dedicated to space and defence to 40,000 square metres.
Stratolaunch raises new capital to accelerate hypersonic production and flight capability at scale
Stratolaunch has completed a significant capital raise to accelerate growth and expand hypersonic capability at scale, welcoming Elliott Investment Management L.P. as a new partner alongside existing investor Cerberus Capital Management.
£205 million QinetiQ contract boosts RAF Typhoon support, securing jobs and long-term defence capability
The UK Ministry of Defence has signed a £205 million contract extension with QinetiQ to provide ongoing technical and engineering support to the Royal Air Force’s Typhoon fleet.
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Romanian Army brings first Cobra II 4×4 armoured vehicles into service under large-scale acquisition programme
The Romanian Army has confirmed the entry into service of the first Cobra II 4×4 armoured vehicles, although the exact size of the initial batch has not been disclosed.
Northrop Grumman completes successful PrSM Increment 1 rocket motor test for U.S. Army program milestone
Northrop Grumman has completed a successful static fire test of the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) Increment 1 rocket motor, underscoring its role in strengthening the U.S. Army’s long-range precision fires capability.
Oshkosh Defense expands FMTV A2 LVAD deliveries with new U.S. Army order and proven airdrop capability
Oshkosh Defense has been awarded a U.S. Army contract to deliver 97 additional FMTV A2 Low-Velocity Airdrop 6×6 and 4×4 Cargo vehicles.
Challenger 3 completes first crewed live firing trials in UK, marking major milestone for British Army
The activity formed part of a phased assurance programme, progressing from remote operation to live firing with a crew in the turret by RBSL personnel. Challenger 3 is fitted with the Rheinmetall-manufactured 120 mm smoothbore L55A1 cannon, capable of firing the latest kinetic energy anti-tank rounds and programmable multipurpose ammunition. Rebecca Richards, Managing…
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Canadian Patrol Submarine Project: Hanwha Ocean and Babcock outline partnership centered on jobs and localization
Hanwha Ocean and Babcock have confirmed a joint approach to Canada’s Canadian Patrol Submarine Project that places long-term employment, skills transfer, and industrial participation in Canada at the center of delivery.
Congressional Research Service reviews U.S. Navy plan to revive battleships under new guided missile BBG(X) program
The U.S. Congressional Research Service has published a report examining a Navy proposal that would bring battleships back into the fleet for the first time since World War II, outlining the scope of the Guided Missile Battleship, or BBG(X), program and the issues it raises for Congress.
TKMS marks MDAX inclusion with Frankfurt Stock Exchange bell ringing after recent market listing
The MDAX, alongside the DAX, comprises the 90 largest listed companies in Germany, and TKMS has been included in the index since 22 December 2025. Its addition strengthens the MDAX with Europe’s only fully integrated systems supplier for maritime defence products. “Today’s event sends a strong signal to our investors, customers, partners and employees,”…
U.S. Navy’s new Mobile Ship Target arrives at Port Hueneme to prepare for advanced weapons testing operations
The Navy’s newest test ship, the Mobile Ship Target, arrived in Port Hueneme on January 14, where teams will prepare it for operations supporting advanced weapons testing.
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BlackSky lands new Gen-3 expansion contracts amid rising global demand for tactical space-based intelligence
BlackSky Technology Inc. has signed multiple Gen-3 expansion contracts as early access pilot programs transition into renewal agreements with customers across the Americas, Asia, and Europe.
Ukraine and ICEYE sign expanded agreement to provide high-resolution SAR satellite imagery for defence use
ICEYE and a customer within the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine have signed a new agreement to expand cooperation in space-based intelligence.
Finnish Defence Forces progress SAR satellite programme with second satellite launch
The Finnish Defence Forces have taken another step in building an independent space-based surveillance capability with the launch of their second synthetic aperture radar satellite on January 11, 2026.
Clavister wins SEK 280 million contract from Norway to develop secure tactical communications system for armed forces
Clavister has been awarded a contract worth approximately SEK 280 million by the Norwegian Defence Material Agency for the development of a Tactical Core Network System for the Norwegian Armed Forces.