Lockheed Martin to establish HIMARS sustainment centre in Estonia to support Baltic defence cooperation
Lockheed Martin will establish a HIMARS sustainment centre in Estonia following an agreement with the Estonian government, aimed at supporting all three Baltic states.
Canadian Patrol Submarine Project: Gastops and TKMS partner to establish in-service support centre of excellence in Canada
Gastops and TKMS have signed a teaming agreement to support the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project through the creation of a new support capability in Canada.
Defense Unicorns demonstrates rapid software update capability for F-22 Raptor, advancing continuous delivery in air combat
Defense Unicorns, in partnership with the Air Force Sustainment Center Software Directorate, has demonstrated a new capability enabling rapid software updates for the F-22 Raptor.
Milrem Robotics and PGZ partner to advance unmanned defence systems and strengthen regional industrial cooperation
Milrem Robotics and Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore cooperation in advanced defence technologies and strengthen industrial ties between Estonia and Poland.
GE Aerospace to invest over €110 million in European manufacturing expansion and workforce development in 2026
GE Aerospace announced plans to invest more than €110 million across its European manufacturing sites this year to expand production capacity and accelerate advanced manufacturing.
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U.S. approves potential $8 billion sale of LTAMDS air defense radars to Kuwait to strengthen Patriot capabilities
The U.S. State Department has approved a potential foreign military sale to Kuwait involving LTAMDS air defense radar systems, with an estimated value of up to $8 billion.
Rheinmetall showcases advanced drones, robotics and satellite systems at XPONENTIAL Europe 2026 in Düsseldorf
Rheinmetall is presenting a broad portfolio of autonomous and unmanned technologies at XPONENTIAL Europe 2026 in Düsseldorf, as the event places increased focus on defence and security for the first time.
U.S. Air Force deploys bunker-buster bombs against Iranian coastal missile sites near Strait of Hormuz
U.S. forces have begun using bunker-buster munitions in ongoing operations against Iran, targeting fortified missile positions near the Strait of Hormuz, the Pentagon indicated.
U.S. approves $644 million arms sale to UAE to enhance F-16E/F Desert Falcon capabilities and strengthen regional air defence
The United States Department of State has approved a potential $644 million arms sale to the United Arab Emirates to support its F-16E/F Desert Falcon aircraft and air defence capabilities.
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Lockheed Martin to establish HIMARS sustainment centre in Estonia to support Baltic defence cooperation
Lockheed Martin will establish a HIMARS sustainment centre in Estonia following an agreement with the Estonian government, aimed at supporting all three Baltic states.
BAE Systems Hägglunds expands Brazil partnership with Knightec to boost military vehicle production capability
BAE Systems Hägglunds has begun working with Knightec Group Brazil to develop military vehicle components in Resende, Rio de Janeiro.
Milrem Robotics and PGZ partner to advance unmanned defence systems and strengthen regional industrial cooperation
Milrem Robotics and Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore cooperation in advanced defence technologies and strengthen industrial ties between Estonia and Poland.
Rheinmetall and AID sign agreement to upgrade Italian Army MATS anti-tank mines and improve capability
Rheinmetall and Italy’s Agenzia Industrie Difesa (AID) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to upgrade the Italian Army’s MATS anti-tank mines to a new MATS MK2 standard.
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Canadian Patrol Submarine Project: Gastops and TKMS partner to establish in-service support centre of excellence in Canada
Gastops and TKMS have signed a teaming agreement to support the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project through the creation of a new support capability in Canada.
German Budget Committee approves next step in TKMS MEKO A-200 programme for four new navy frigates
Germany’s parliamentary Budget Committee has approved the next phase of the MEKO A-200 DEU programme, paving the way for the planned procurement of four new frigates from TKMS.
U.S. Navy awards $15.4 billion contract modification to advance Columbia-class submarine program through 2035
The United States Navy has awarded General Dynamics Electric Boat a $15.38 billion contract modification to support the Columbia-class ballistic missile submarine program.
France unveils name of next-generation nuclear aircraft carrier as PANG programme advances toward build phase
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that France’s next-generation nuclear-powered aircraft carrier will be named “France Libre.”
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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.