Spain invests EUR 4 billion in Halcon II Eurofighter programme to strengthen Air and Space Force capabilities
The Spanish Ministry of Defence has advanced the Halcon II programme, securing the acquisition of 25 new Eurofighter aircraft for the Air and Space Force.
NSATU is beginning to assume responsibilities to support Ukraine
NATO Security Assistance and Training for Ukraine (NSATU) is beginning to assume responsibilities from U.S. and international organizations established to provide support to Ukraine.
Rotational HIMARS unit enhances U.S. artillery capabilities in European theater
“The HIMARS’ mobility allows us to reposition quickly in response to dynamic combat situations. It’s a game-changer for us,” said Col. Frank Maxwell, commander of the 41st Field Artillery Brigade.
European Commission signs concession contract with SpaceRISE consortium for IRIS² programme
The European Commission has formalised the next phase of Europe’s space connectivity vision by signing a concession contract for the IRIS² programme.
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Russia threatens with new missile and nuclear capabilities [BRIEF]
On 21 November, Russia attacked the Ukrainian Yuzhmash plant in Dnipro, using what it called a “new medium-range missile”, the Oreshnik.
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Airbus delivers first NH90 Standard 3 helicopter to Spanish Armed Forces
Airbus Helicopters has delivered the first NH90 helicopter from the second batch of 23 units to Spain’s Directorate General of Armament and Material (DGAM).
Everything uou need to know about the Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II aircraft
The F-35B is the first supersonic STOVL aircraft and flown by the U.S. Marine Corps, the United Kingdom and the Italian Air Force.
U.S. Department of Defense awards USD 282.3 million Contract to Raytheon for StormBreaker bombs
The United States Department of Defense has announced the award of a USD 282.3 million fixed-price-incentive-fee contract to Raytheon for the StormBreaker bombs.
U.S. Central Command precision airstrike eliminates senior ISIS leader Abu Yusif in Syria
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) forces conducted a precision airstrike targeting ISIS leader Abu Yusif, also known as Mahmud, in Syria’s Dayr az Zawr Province.
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KNDS Deutschland receives order to produce Leopard 2A8 main battle tanks for Lithuania
The EUR 950 million agreement includes not only the advanced Leopard 2A8 tanks but also a comprehensive package of spare parts and logistical support.
Rheinmetall successfully tests Mobile Combat Training Centre for Bundeswehr in Lithuania
Rheinmetall has announced the successful testing of interconnected training and exercise operations for the German Bundeswehr stationed in Lithuania.
BAE Systems secures USD 68 million contracts for U.S. Army Arctic operations vehicles
BAE Systems has been awarded USD 68 million in contracts to produce an additional 44 Cold Weather All-Terrain Vehicles (CATVs) for the U.S. Army.
Iveco Defence Vehicles signs contract to supply 1,453 tactical trucks to Italian Army
Iveco Defence Vehicles (IDV) has signed a landmark contract with the Italian Army for the supply of 1,453 tactical-logistic trucks.
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Frontex selects Airbus in partnership with Israel Aerospace Industries for maritime surveillance
The Maritime Heron is equipped with state-of-the-art surveillance tools, including electro-optical and thermal infrared sensors, and a high-performance maritime patrol radar.
Navantia UK to acquire historic Harland & Wolff shipyards, securing over 1,000 British jobs
Navantia UK, the British arm of Spanish shipbuilding giant Navantia, is in advanced discussions to acquire Harland & Wolff, a historic shipbuilding company.
thyssenkrupp Marine Systems secures record expansion of 212CD submarine programme
German government orders four more submarines of the Type 212CD for the German Navy.
STM enters EU naval market with deal to build logistics ships for Portuguese Navy
STM has secured a groundbreaking contract to build two Auxiliary Oiler Replenisher and Logistics Ships (AOR+) for the Portuguese Navy.
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U.S. Space Force accelerates GPS III satellite launch with Rapid Response initiative
The U.S. Space Force successfully launched a GPS III satellite, named SV-07, aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket on 16 December from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida.
Terma to support ESA’s Ramses mission to advance planetary defence
Danish technology company Terma has announced its involvement in the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Ramses mission, aimed at enhancing planetary defence capabilities.
ESA awards EUR 350 million contracts to Avio for Vega-C and Vega-E developments
The European Space Agency (ESA) has signed two contracts with international aerospace company Avio, valued at approximately EUR 350 million.
FMV commissions SSC to develop satellite launch capability at Esrange Space Center
The Swedish FMV has commissioned the Swedish Space Corporation (SSC) to establish a foundational capability for launching satellites from the Esrange Space Center.