Pentagon says U.S. strikes intensify in Iran as Operation Epic Fury degrades missile forces and naval capabilities
U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said American military operations against Iran are intensifying as part of Operation Epic Fury while Iranian responses appear to be slowing.
Pentagon used about $5.6 billion in munitions during first two days of U.S. military operations against Iran – The Hill
The Pentagon used approximately $5.6 billion worth of munitions during the first two days of the United States’ war with Iran, according to a congressional source familiar with the matter.
S-92 helicopter operators renew Sikorsky Total Assurance support contracts covering nearly 100 aircraft worldwide
Several operators of the S-92 helicopter have renewed long-term aftermarket support agreements with Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company.
NATO air and missile defence units intercept Iranian ballistic missile over southern Türkiye
A ballistic missile fired from Iran and entering Turkish airspace was neutralised by NATO air and missile defence systems deployed in the Eastern Mediterranean, according to the Turkish Ministry of Defence.
Blighter secures contract to provide border surveillance radars and software to Eastern European army
British technology company Blighter has secured a contract to supply ground surveillance radars and software to an undisclosed Eastern European army.
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Lockheed Martin receives $700 million contract to begin production work for additional Danish F-35A Lightning II fighters
The U.S. Department of War announced on March 9 that it had signed a contract with Lockheed Martin to begin the production process for additional F-35A Lightning II aircraft ordered by Denmark.
Northrop Grumman advances solid rocket motor innovation to boost missile, hypersonic propulsion and defense capabilities
Northrop Grumman is expanding its role in advanced propulsion technology as it develops new generations of solid rocket motors designed to meet evolving defense requirements.
Australia deploys E-7A Wedgetail early warning aircraft to Gulf to help secure regional airspace and protect civilians
The Australian Government has announced the deployment of an E-7A Wedgetail airborne early warning and control aircraft to the Gulf as part of defensive military assistance to regional partners.
Pratt & Whitney to supply TJ150 turbojet engines for AGM-190A small cruise missile under follow-on contract with Leidos
Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, has received a follow-on contract from Leidos Dynetics to supply TJ150 engines for the AGM-190A small cruise missile.
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United States approves possible $930 million HIMARS rocket systems and GMLRS munitions sale to Sweden
The United States Department of State has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale to Sweden for M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems and related equipment valued at an estimated $930 million.
IDV signs contract with Romania for third batch of 860 High Mobility military trucks under long-term defence agreement
Italian military vehicle manufacturer IDV has signed a contract with the Romanian Ministry of Defence to supply a third batch of tactical trucks under a framework agreement concluded on 30 December 2019.
U.S. Army approves M111 Offensive Hand Grenade, first new lethal grenade cleared for service since 1968
The U.S. Army has approved the M111 Offensive Hand Grenade for Full Material Release, marking the first new lethal grenade cleared for service since 1968.
Australia launches domestic GMLRS production with goal of producing 4,000 missiles annually by 2029
Australia has started manufacturing Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System missiles domestically, marking a significant step in strengthening national defense manufacturing.
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BAE Systems Australia awarded $163 million contract to sustain Royal Australian Navy Anzac-class frigates
Under the contract, BAE Systems Australia will provide through-life engineering and design services for the Navy’s Anzac-class vessels. The company will also coordinate work across a wider industrial base, working with small and medium-sized providers, including sustainment partner BMT, while acting as a single point of contact for engineering support. The investment is expected…
Anschütz integrates SYNAPSIS navigation system with AEGIS combat system through new GEDMS data interface module
German maritime technology company Anschütz has introduced a new capability linking its SYNAPSIS navigation platform with the AEGIS Combat System.
Netherlands deploys air defence frigate HNLMS Evertsen to eastern Mediterranean to support allied defence and Cyprus
The Dutch government has decided to deploy the air defence and command frigate HNLMS Evertsen to the eastern Mediterranean.
Spanish shipbuilder Navantia proposes Avante 2200/ALFA 3000 corvettes to Croatia with industrial cooperation plan
Spanish shipbuilder Navantia has presented a proposal to supply new multirole corvettes to the Croatian Navy as part of Croatia’s naval modernisation programme.
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U.S. Space Force and BAE Systems reach key design milestone for Epoch 2 missile warning and tracking satellite constellation
The U.S. Space Force has reached a major development milestone in its Resilient Missile Warning and Tracking (MWT) program with the completion of the preliminary design review for the Epoch 2 Medium Earth Orbit constellation.
BlackSky Gen-3 satellite delivers first-light imagery within hours after launch, expanding tactical ISR capacity
BlackSky Technology Inc. announced that its fourth Gen-3 satellite delivered first-light imagery within hours of launch.
IAI supports Israel Defense Forces’ operations through satellite capabilities during Iran campaign
Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD) Director General Maj. Gen. (Res.) Amir Baram visited a space facility jointly operated by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), the Ministry’s Directorate of Defense Research and Development (DDR&D), and the Israel Defense Forces.
BlackSky secures seven-figure award under NGA Luno A Facility Monitoring Delivery Order
BlackSky Technology Inc. has secured a seven-figure award under the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency’s Luno A Facility Monitoring Delivery Order.