Airbus-led team launches Spain’s new SAETA II combat training programme to replace ageing F-5 aircraft fleet
Airbus and a group of Spanish defence firms have unveiled the industrial programme behind Spain’s new Integrated Combat Training System.
U.S. Air Force underscores E-3 Sentry’s critical command-and-control role during Red Flag-Alaska exercise
The Air Force said the E-3 creates a comprehensive real-time operational picture by detecting, identifying and tracking movements across the airspace.
U.S. Army’s 1st Armored Division expands artificial intelligence use to accelerate planning, logistics and combat readiness
The 1st Armored Division is expanding the use of artificial intelligence across its staff operations to improve productivity, streamline planning and strengthen combat readiness.
U.S. Navy: MQ-25A Stingray completes first flight test, advancing carrier-based unmanned refueling capability
The U.S. Navy announced that the MQ-25A Stingray completed its first test flight on April 25, marking a major milestone in the development of carrier-based unmanned aviation.
L3Harris highlights AERIS X surveillance aircraft as allies seek new airborne early warning capabilities
L3Harris Technologies said its AERIS X airborne early warning and control platform is positioned to meet growing demand from allied nations seeking faster and more affordable air surveillance capabilities.
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Helsing opens Stockholm hub to expand Swedish and Nordic defence ties amid growing focus on regional security
Helsing, a European defence technology company, has announced the opening of a new presence in Stockholm as it seeks to strengthen its commitment to Swedish and Nordic defence cooperation.
U.S. Air Force deploys first permanently assigned F-35A Lightning II fighters to Misawa Air Base in Japan
The U.S. Air Force marked the arrival of its first permanently assigned F-35A Lightning II aircraft at Misawa Air Base on April 24.
Airbus-led team launches Spain’s new SAETA II combat training programme to replace ageing F-5 aircraft fleet
Airbus and a group of Spanish defence firms have unveiled the industrial programme behind Spain’s new Integrated Combat Training System.
Lockheed Martin completes UK’s initial F-35B deliveries as Britain reaffirms plans for 138-aircraft fleet
Lockheed Martin has delivered the 46th, 47th and 48th F-35B Lightning II aircraft to the United Kingdom, completing the country’s initial procurement phase and marking a milestone in the long-running programme.
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Australia selects HIMARS and Precision Strike Missile in $2.3 billion boost to Army long-range strike capability
The Australia government has selected the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) and Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) as part of a A$2.3 billion investment aimed at expanding the Australian Army’s long-range strike capabilities over the next decade.
U.S. Army’s 1st Armored Division expands artificial intelligence use to accelerate planning, logistics and combat readiness
The 1st Armored Division is expanding the use of artificial intelligence across its staff operations to improve productivity, streamline planning and strengthen combat readiness.
Rheinmetall secures over €1 billion contract for additional digital soldier systems for German Army
Rheinmetall has secured a €1.04 billion contract from the Bundeswehr to modernise and expand Germany’s “Infantry Soldier of the Future – Enhanced System” programme.
Thales to build 268 next-generation Bushmaster vehicles for Australian military under AU$750 million deal
Thales will deliver 268 additional next-generation Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicles to the Australian armed forces under a new AU$750 million government investment aimed at expanding domestic defence manufacturing capacity.
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HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding awarded $283 million U.S. Navy contract for FF(X) frigate lead yard support
HII announced that the U.S. Navy has awarded its Ingalls Shipbuilding division a $283 million contract to carry out lead yard support activities for the new FF(X) class frigate program.
Norway joins UK, Canada and Australia in Type 26 frigate partnership under Global Combat Ship programme
Norway has formally joined the Royal Navy, Canada and Australia in the Global Combat Ship User Group, expanding cooperation on a programme that could deliver up to 34 warships.
TKMS-built first Tamandaré-class frigate enters service with Brazilian Navy as four-ship programme advances
TKMS announced that the Tamandaré (F200) has officially entered operational service with the Brazilian Navy following a commissioning ceremony held in Rio de Janeiro.
Rolls-Royce to supply mtu engines for 10 additional U.S. Coast Guard fast response cutters
Rolls-Royce said it will supply mtu engines for 10 additional Sentinel-class Fast Response Cutters ordered by the U.S. Coast Guard, expanding the overall programme to 77 vessels.
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BAE Systems begins production and deliveries of NavGuide military GPS receiver to replace long-serving DAGR system
BAE Systems has entered full production of its NavGuide system and has begun initial deliveries of the secure positioning device designed for U.S. and allied military forces.
Raytheon delivers second missile-warning sensor for U.S. Space Force’s next-generation OPIR satellite program
Raytheon has delivered a second missile-warning sensor to Lockheed Martin for the U.S. Space Force Next-Generation Overhead Persistent Infrared Geosynchronous Earth Orbit Block 0 satellite program.
Northrop Grumman discusses electronic warfare cooperation with Japan to strengthen defense against emerging threats
Northrop Grumman and Ministry of Defense of Japan are exploring ways to strengthen Japan’s electronic warfare capabilities.
Flexcompute, Northrop Grumman use AI physics models to cut space mission preparation time by up to 100 times
Flexcompute and Northrop Grumman said they have developed an artificial intelligence-based physics modeling system designed to significantly reduce preparation time for space missions.
