BAE Systems demonstrates modular airborne electromagnetic attack capabilities in U.S. Air Force tests
BAE Systems has successfully demonstrated scaled airborne electromagnetic attack capabilities during multiple U.S. Air Force test events.
Diehl Defence unveils GARMR mobile counter-UAV system with AI at Enforce Tac in Nürnberg featuring interceptor drones
Diehl Defence has unveiled the comprehensive relaunch of its highly mobile counter-UAV system at this year’s Enforce Tac.
SNC’s Adaptable Communications Suite 4.0 completes first flight on B-2 Spirit stealth bomber
Global aerospace and national security company SNC announced the successful first flight of its Adaptable Communications Suite (ACS 4.0) integrated on the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber.
Fincantieri launches first next-generation Offshore Patrol Vessel ‘Ugolino Vivaldi’ for Italian Navy programme
The first next-generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) for the Italian Navy, “Ugolino Vivaldi”, has been launched at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Riva Trigoso.
E5 defence ministers launch Low-Cost Effectors and Autonomous Platforms (LEAP) initiative boost readiness and support Ukraine
Defence ministers from Europe’s five largest defence spenders have launched the Low-Cost Effectors and Autonomous Platforms (LEAP) initiative in Krakow.
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Lockheed Martin applies AI to strengthen F-35 Lightning II combat identification in first in-flight demonstration
Lockheed Martin has flight tested an artificial intelligence-enhanced Combat Identification capability integrated into the F-35 Lightning II’s information fusion system.
L3Harris cuts hypersonic propulsion component production time tenfold with advanced additive manufacturing
L3Harris Technologies has advanced additive manufacturing processes for airbreathing hypersonic propulsion systems, cutting component production time by a factor of ten.
Northrop Grumman advances YFQ-48A Talon Blue autonomous wingman for U.S. Air Force CCA Program
Northrop Grumman is advancing autonomous air combat capabilities with the YFQ-48A Talon Blue, the U.S. Air Force-designated variant within its company-funded Project Talon portfolio.
General Atomics and U.S. Air Force demonstrate F-22 Raptor and MQ-20 AvengerManned-Unmanned Teaming in autonomy exercise
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), in collaboration with the U.S. Air Force, has conducted a demonstration of an autonomous mission featuring manned-unmanned teaming between an F-22 and an MQ-20 Avenger.
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Mehler Protection unveils SCILT close-range active counter-UAS system for land vehicles at Enforce Tac 2026
Mehler Protection has introduced SCILT, a new close-range protection system designed to counter drones attacking land vehicles from short range and low angles.
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Rheinmetall promotes Caracal air assault vehicle for modern forces at Enforce Tac in Nürnberg [VIDEO]
Rheinmetall is presenting its Caracal air assault vehicle at the Enforce Tac exhibition in Nürnberg.
Instagrid unveils GO MIL tactical power system at EnforceTac 2026 following Integration by German Armed Forces
Instagrid has introduced its tactical power system Instagrid GO MIL to the German market at EnforceTac 2026.
Clavister awarded initial contract for Saab-developed cross domain solution for Western European defence customer
Clavister has been awarded an initial contract for a new cross domain solution developed in cooperation with Saab.
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BAE Systems awarded U.S. Navy contract to upgrade USS Iwo Jima for Joint Strike Fighter operations
BAE Systems has received a $204.1 million U.S. Navy contract to provide maintenance services aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7).
Fincantieri launches first next-generation Offshore Patrol Vessel ‘Ugolino Vivaldi’ for Italian Navy programme
The first next-generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) for the Italian Navy, “Ugolino Vivaldi”, has been launched at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Riva Trigoso.
Royal Navy submarine HMS Anson makes historic first visit to Australia in support of AUKUS partnership
A Royal Navy submarine has arrived in Australia for an historic visit aimed at reinforcing the United Kingdom’s commitment to Indo-Pacific security.
Inocea Group to acquire UK Wave Class fast fleet tankers and restore NATO logistics capability to service
Inocea Group has signed an agreement to acquire the United Kingdom’s Royal Fleet Auxiliary vessels Wave Knight and Wave Ruler.
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China expands defence cooperation with Iran through satellite intelligence and naval deployment in Gulf
China is expanding its defence cooperation with Iran by providing intelligence data transmitted by satellites tracking United States military movements and by deploying its most advanced spy ship to the waters of the Persian Gulf.
Boeing opens new production line in California to support U.S. Space Force missile warning satellites
Boeing announced on 20 February that it has opened a new production line dedicated to building electro-optical infrared sensors for the U.S. Space Force and other customers.
Kratos awarded multi-million contract from Airbus to deliver ground system for OmanSat-1 software-defined satellite
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has been awarded a multi-million-dollar contract by Airbus Defence and Space to provide a ground segment supporting the OmanSat-1 software-defined satellite.
Divergent and Mach Industries unveil Venom flight prototype built in 71 days with digital manufacturing
“This partnership between Mach Industries and Divergent demonstrates a pivotal capability for the nation. By combining Mach’s innovative systems with Divergent’s revolutionary digital manufacturing platform, we’ve moved from concept to a flight-ready prototype in 71 days,” said Alex Lovett, the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Mission Capabilities in the Office of the…