U.S. Air Force test team rapidly integrates new munition with F-16 Fighting Falcon, advancing combat capability and readiness
The Team Eglin Test Enterprise of the U.S. Air Force has completed rapid integration of the F-16 Fighting Falcon with the Family of Affordable Mass Munitions – Lugged weapon.
Australia signs contract for three Japanese-built upgraded Mogami frigates to expand naval fleet and boost defence capability
The Australian Government has signed contracts for its first three general purpose frigates as part of plans to expand the Royal Australian Navy’s surface combatant fleet.
Ukraine discusses scaling up air defence systems with Raytheon and Diehl Defence during Berlin meetings
Ukraine has held talks with leading defence manufacturers to advance its air defence capabilities, focusing on expanding supply and cooperation.
U.S. defense leaders outline Golden Dome plan to strengthen layered homeland missile defense against evolving threats
The U.S. Department of War outlined plans for the Golden Dome missile defense initiative during a hearing before the House Armed Services Committee’s strategic forces subcommittee on April 15.
European Commission allocates €1.07 billion to 57 defence projects supporting key readiness initiatives and innovation
The European Commission will invest €1.07 billion in 57 defence projects under the 2025 European Defence Fund calls.
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U.S. Air Force test team rapidly integrates new munition with F-16 Fighting Falcon, advancing combat capability and readiness
The Team Eglin Test Enterprise of the U.S. Air Force has completed rapid integration of the F-16 Fighting Falcon with the Family of Affordable Mass Munitions – Lugged weapon.
Germany receives final Airbus A400M Atlas transport aircraft, completing full fleet order for Luftwaffe operations
The German Ministry of Defence has announced the delivery of its 53rd Airbus A400M Atlas transport aircraft, completing the country’s full order for the type.
U.S. Air Force conducts first operational mission with new payload transporter for Minuteman III strategic missile system
The U.S. Strategic Command said a Payload Transporter Replacement vehicle assigned to the 341st Missile Wing has completed its first operational mission.
Greece receives 50th upgraded F-16V fighter as Lockheed Martin program advances modernization of 83 aircraft fleet
Lockheed Martin said the Hellenic Air Force has taken delivery of its 50th F-16 Fighting Falcon upgraded to the F-16V standard.
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Embraer upgrades Brazilian Army SABER M60 radars to boost air defence reliability and operational rerformance
Embraer has completed the upgrade of two SABER M60 radars operated by the Brazilian Army, bringing them to version 2.0 under an ongoing contract to renew in-service equipment.
Lockheed Martin partnership advances Australia’s missile manufacturing capability with first locally built GMLRS launch
Lockheed Martin and its Australian subsidiary, together with the Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance Group and the Australian Army, have conducted a live-fire demonstration of an Australian-manufactured Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System.
Indra and IDV agree to deliver new amphibious combat vehicles for Spanish Marine Infantry under modernization program
Indra and IDV have signed a strategic agreement to develop a new amphibious combat vehicle for the Spanish Marine Infantry.
Teledyne FLIR Defense secures $35 million contract to supply surveillance systems for European reconnaissance vehicles
Teledyne FLIR Defense has been awarded a contract worth more than $35 million to supply surveillance systems for reconnaissance vehicles in Europe.
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Lockheed Martin wins $850 million U.S. Navy contract to advance Trident II ballistic missile modernization and deterrence
The U.S. Navy has awarded Lockheed Martin Space a contract worth approximately $850 million to continue design and development work on the Trident II submarine-launched ballistic missile.
United States approves $11.9 billion sale of AEGIS combat systems to Germany to strengthen NATO naval defense capabilities
The United States Department of State has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale to Germany for integrated naval combat systems and related equipment valued at an estimated $11.9 billion.
U.S. Marine Corps awards $900 million ARV prototype contracts as vehicle development and JLTV integration efforts advance
The U.S. Marine Corps has awarded contracts to General Dynamics Land Systems and Textron Systems to proceed with the second phase of rapid prototyping for its Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle programme.
Australia signs contract for three Japanese-built upgraded Mogami frigates to expand naval fleet and boost defence capability
The Australian Government has signed contracts for its first three general purpose frigates as part of plans to expand the Royal Australian Navy’s surface combatant fleet.
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Boeing and Millennium expand satellite production and introduce Resolute platform to meet rising space market demand
Boeing and its subsidiary Millennium Space Systems are expanding satellite production capacity and broadening their portfolio to address growing demand in defense and commercial space markets.
Rheinmetall, Andøy municipality sign agreement to advance satellite test facility project in northern Norway
Rheinmetall and Andøy Municipality in Norway have signed a Letter of Intent to support the planned development of a satellite test center.
U.S. Space Force awards Lockheed Martin $105 million contract to modernize GPS ground control and support IIIF satellites
Lockheed Martin has secured a contract worth up to $105 million from the U.S. Space Force to continue modernizing the Global Positioning System ground control network.
U.S. Space Force deploys upgraded GBOSS sensor in Hawaii to enhance deep-space surveillance and orbital threat detection
The U.S. Space Force has operationally accepted an upgraded Ground-Based Optical Sensor System at the Maui Space Surveillance Complex in Hawaii, significantly enhancing its ability to monitor objects in Earth’s orbit.