BAE Systems awarded contract to modernize AN/ALQ-221 electronic warfare defensive system on U.S. Air Force U-2 aircraft
BAE Systems has received a contract from Robins Air Force Base in Georgia to support and modernize the AN/ALQ-221 Advanced Defensive System installed on the U.S. Air Force’s U-2 Dragon Lady reconnaissance aircraft.
Rheinmetall showcases next-generation European mortar systems during Nordic Mortar Day live-fire demonstration in Norway
Rheinmetall has demonstrated its latest indirect fire technologies during the Rheinmetall Nordic Mortar Day event held in winter 2026.
Orqa signs teaming agreement with Red River Army Depot to expand U.S. Army small drone manufacturing capacity
Orqa has signed a teaming agreement with Red River Army Depot in Texarkana, Texas, aimed at strengthening the U.S. Army’s expanding capacity to manufacture small unmanned aircraft systems.
Electro Optic Systems secures $45 million in counter-drone orders, including major Middle East contract for Slinger system
Electro Optic Systems (EOS) has announced two new unconditional orders for counter-drone systems with a combined value of $45 million.
General Atomics explores integration of JASSM, LRASM and JSM long-range missiles with MQ-9B unmanned aircraft
General Atomics is developing new long-range weapons capabilities for its MQ-9B unmanned aircraft systems, expanding their potential operational roles.
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BAE Systems awarded contract to modernize AN/ALQ-221 electronic warfare defensive system on U.S. Air Force U-2 aircraft
BAE Systems has received a contract from Robins Air Force Base in Georgia to support and modernize the AN/ALQ-221 Advanced Defensive System installed on the U.S. Air Force’s U-2 Dragon Lady reconnaissance aircraft.
EUCOM commander says U.S. European bases key to Operation Epic Fury campaign against Iran
U.S. military forces and infrastructure in Europe are playing a critical role in supporting operations against Iran as part of Operation Epic Fury, the head of U.S. European Command told lawmakers.
Honeywell selected by U.S. Air Force to design prototype SkyShot 1600 engine for collaborative combat aircraft
Honeywell has been awarded a prototype contract by the U.S. Air Force to design a propulsion system for an autonomous aircraft based on its new small-thrust-class SkyShot 1600 engine.
GE Aerospace and Airbus Helicopters advance joint research on next-generation helicopter propulsion system
GE Aerospace has announced the continuation of its global research collaboration with Airbus Helicopters to develop a next-generation propulsion system for future rotorcraft.
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UK and Germany advance deep precision strike missile programme aimed at strengthening long-range deterrence capabilities
The United Kingdom and Germany have taken further steps to advance the joint development of a Deep Precision Strike missile system capable of travelling more than 2,000 kilometres.
Rheinmetall showcases next-generation European mortar systems during Nordic Mortar Day live-fire demonstration in Norway
Rheinmetall has demonstrated its latest indirect fire technologies during the Rheinmetall Nordic Mortar Day event held in winter 2026.
Elbit America wins $120.5 million U.S. Army contract to develop Soldier Borne Mission Command system for next-generation combat
Elbit Systems of America has been awarded a $120.5 million contract by the U.S. Army to develop a new Soldier Borne Mission Command (SBMC) capability.
Lithuania receives additional AMRAAM and Spike LR2 missiles to strengthen air defence and anti-armour capabilities
The Lithuanian Armed Forces have received a new delivery of missiles and ammunition valued at more than €5.7 million, strengthening the country’s military capabilities.
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Anschütz passes key design milestone for navigation systems on Royal Australian Navy Hunter-class frigate programme
Anschütz has successfully completed the Critical Design Review (CDR) for its Warship Integrated Navigation and Bridge Systems (WINBS) destined for the Royal Australian Navy’s Hunter-class frigates.
SEA Canada awarded implementation phase contract to support torpedo launcher systems for Royal Canadian Navy’s River-class destroyers
Lockheed Martin Canada has awarded SEA Canada a multi-year contract to support the implementation phase of the River-class Destroyer (RCD) programme for the Royal Canadian Navy.
Brazilian Navy receives first Tamandaré-class frigate as part of long-term fleet modernisation programme
The Brazilian Navy has officially received the frigate Tamandaré (F200), the first vessel of the Tamandaré-class programme, during a ceremony held on 9 March at the ThyssenKrupp Estaleiro Brasil Sul shipyard in Itajaí, Santa Catarina.
U.S. confirms use of ATACMS missiles against Iranian naval targets, reports destruction of vessels and a submarine
The United States has confirmed the operational use of MGM-140 ATACMS ballistic missiles during combat operations against Iran, according to remarks made during a press conference on March 13.
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BlackSky wins seven-figure international contract extension for Gen-3 satellite imagery and AI intelligence services
U.S. space intelligence company BlackSky has signed a seven-figure contract extension with an international customer for its Assured satellite data service.
Redwire selected to build Belgium’s first national security satellite MATTEO in partnership with Aerospacelab
Redwire Corporation has been awarded a prime contract by Belgian Defence to build and deliver the country’s first national security satellite.
EDA launches VLEO-DEF programme to design Europe’s first military satellite concept for Very Low Earth Orbit
The European Defence Agency (EDA) has signed a €15.65 million research contract with a European industry consortium to explore military satellite operations in Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO).
OHB secures ESA contract to build RAMSES spacecraft for rapid asteroid Apophis mission and strengthen Europe’s planetary defence
The German space company OHB has secured a contract worth €81.2 million from the European Space Agency to develop the RAMSES spacecraft for the upcoming Apophis asteroid mission.