Missile Defense Agency plans Project Maverick test for counter-hypersonic intercept capability
The U.S. Missile Defense Agency plans to conduct a counter-hypersonic missile test in fiscal 2027 under an initiative known as Project Maverick, according to Pentagon budget documents.
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Flight III Arleigh Burke-Class destroyer Ted Stevens departs Ingalls Shipyard for Norfolk before commissioning
HII said the destroyer represents the next generation of surface combatants for the U.S. Navy.
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Ukraine and Sweden expand cooperation on Gripen jets, air defence and military technology projects
U.S. and allied troops test counter-drone technologies during Project Flytrap exercise in Lithuania
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BWX Technologies secures more than $1.4 billion in U.S. Navy contracts for Nuclear Propulsion Program
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Future U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Doris Miller delayed to 2034 - USNI News
The future USS Doris Miller (CVN-81), one of the U.S. Navy’s Ford-class aircraft carriers, has been delayed by two years and is now expected to be delivered in February 2034
Picatinny Arsenal hosts kinetic C-UAS Industry Day to advance counter-drone technologies for U.S. forces
More than 150 government and industry representatives gathered at Picatinny Arsenal on April 28 for the Kinetic Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) Industry Day
Sweden supplies airfield maintenance equipment to Ukraine to support military aviation operations
Sweden has delivered specialised equipment to support the operation and maintenance of military airfields in Ukraine, the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence said
Pentagon releases first declassified UFO files under Trump-ordered government transparency initiative
The U.S. Department of War on Friday released a new tranche of declassified files related to Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena under a transparency initiative ordered by President Donald Trump
Northrop Grumman advances solid rocket motor technology with series of rapid propulsion tests
Northrop Grumman has completed three company-funded static tests of solid rocket motors over the past five months, demonstrating new propulsion technologies designed for defense and deep-space missions
U.S. Army conducts first Tomahawk strike drill inside first island chain during Philippines exercise
U.S. forces launched a Tomahawk cruise missile during a long-range precision strike exercise in the Philippines earlier this week, marking the first known drill of its kind within the first island chain
U.S. Navy: Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Daniel Inouye returns to Pacific Fleet ahead of maintenance schedule
The USS Daniel Inouye (DDG-118) rejoined the U.S. Pacific Fleet in April after completing a complex maintenance period eight days ahead of schedule
U.S. Air Force selects L3Harris to develop digital infrastructure for Advanced Battle Management System
L3Harris Technologies has been selected by the U.S. Air Force to develop key elements of the digital infrastructure supporting the Advanced Battle Management System network
U.S. Air Force returns stored B-1B Lancer bomber to operational service after two-year regeneration effort
A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer bomber previously stored in the Arizona desert has returned to operational service following an extensive regeneration and depot maintenance programme led by the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex at Tinker Air Force Base
MBDA and Indian Air Force sign agreement to establish Local MICA missile support and overhaul capability
MBDA has signed an agreement with the Indian Air Force to develop a local capability for the maintenance, repair and mid-life overhaul of MICA missiles
Patria expands Czech defence partnership with new agreements for proposed AMV XP 8x8 vehicle programme
Patria has signed memoranda of understanding with key Czech state defence enterprises as part of efforts to support the Czech Armed Forces’ planned acquisition of a new 8x8 wheeled armoured vehicle platform
Saab unveils new HEAT 758 anti-tank round for Carl-Gustaf system during live demonstration in Sweden
Saab has launched a new anti-tank ammunition round for its Carl-Gustaf weapon system during a live-firing customer demonstration in Karlskoga, Sweden
Sweden supplies airfield maintenance equipment to Ukraine to support military aviation operations
Sweden has delivered specialised equipment to support the operation and maintenance of military airfields in Ukraine, the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence said.
Pentagon releases first declassified UFO files under Trump-ordered government transparency initiative
The U.S. Department of War on Friday released a new tranche of declassified files related to Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena under a transparency initiative ordered by President Donald Trump.
Pratt & Whitney completes digital assembly review for XA103 engine under U.S. Air Force NGAP program
RTX business Pratt & Whitney has completed a fully digital assembly readiness review for its XA103 engine being developed under the U.S. Air Force’s Next Generation Adaptive Propulsion programme.
U.S. Army conducts Micro High-Altitude Balloon training exercise with NATO partners in Baltic Region
The U.S. Army will conduct a Micro High-Altitude Balloon training exercise in the Baltic region in coordination with NATO allies and host-nation authorities in early May 2026.
Northrop Grumman advances solid rocket motor technology with series of rapid propulsion tests
Northrop Grumman has completed three company-funded static tests of solid rocket motors over the past five months, demonstrating new propulsion technologies designed for defense and deep-space missions.
Saab launches Bolide 2 missile to enhance RBS 70 NG short-range air defence system capabilities
Swedish defence company Saab has unveiled the new Bolide 2 missile for its RBS 70 short-range air defence system.
RENK America secures more than $113 million in first-quarter orders for military mobility systems
RENK America reported a strong start to 2026 after securing more than $113 million in orders during the first quarter.
U.S. Army’s Yuma Test Center deploys new proof gun system to support expansion of artillery production
The U.S. Army has introduced a new Proof Gun System at Yuma Test Center designed to test artillery gun tubes without requiring a complete weapon platform.
U.S. Army conducts first Tomahawk strike drill inside first island chain during Philippines exercise
U.S. forces launched a Tomahawk cruise missile during a long-range precision strike exercise in the Philippines earlier this week, marking the first known drill of its kind within the first island chain.
U.S. and allied troops test counter-drone technologies during Project Flytrap exercise in Lithuania
Soldiers from the U.S. Army V Corps and allied forces are testing counter-drone technologies during Project Flytrap at the Pabradė Training Area in Lithuania.
Patria expands Czech defence partnership with new agreements for proposed AMV XP 8x8 vehicle programme
Patria has signed memoranda of understanding with key Czech state defence enterprises as part of efforts to support the Czech Armed Forces’ planned acquisition of a new 8x8 wheeled armoured vehicle platform.
Rheinmetall reports higher first-quarter profit and expands naval business following NVL acquisition
Rheinmetall reported higher sales and earnings for the first quarter of 2026, supported by continued demand for defence equipment and the integration of its new Naval Systems segment.
Flight III Arleigh Burke-Class destroyer Ted Stevens departs Ingalls Shipyard for Norfolk before commissioning
HII said the destroyer represents the next generation of surface combatants for the U.S. Navy.
TKMS receives first approval in principle for autonomous unmanned watercraft MUM demonstrator
TKMS has become the first company to receive an Approval in Principle for the design and development of an autonomous unmanned watercraft.
U.S. Navy: Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Daniel Inouye returns to Pacific Fleet ahead of maintenance schedule
The USS Daniel Inouye (DDG-118) rejoined the U.S. Pacific Fleet in April after completing a complex maintenance period eight days ahead of schedule.
BWX Technologies secures more than $1.4 billion in U.S. Navy contracts for Nuclear Propulsion Program
BWX Technologies has received contracts worth more than $1.4 billion under the U.S. Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program.
TKMS and General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada launch Arctic Sentinel undersea research initiative
TKMS and General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada have agreed to establish a new undersea research and development centre focused on Arctic surveillance technologies.
Royal Navy carrier HMS Prince of Wales deploys to North Atlantic and High North for NATO operations
Royal Navy aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales has departed Scotland for a deployment to the North Atlantic and High North aimed at demonstrating the United Kingdom’s commitment to regional security and NATO cooperation.
U.S. Space Force accelerates deployment of deep space radar network to strengthen orbital surveillance
United States Space Force has accelerated the deployment and operational employment of the Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability, known as DARC, in response to growing threats in orbit from increasing numbers of man-made objects and potential adversary activities.
Anduril leads industry team to develop space-based interceptors for U.S. Space Force Golden Dome program
Anduril Industries is leading a team of industry partners to develop space-based interceptor capabilities for the U.S. Space Force under the Golden Dome for America initiative.
Lockheed Martin and Nokia launch modular 5G solution sligned with U.S. defense open wrchitecture standards
Lockheed Martin and Nokia Federal Solutions have introduced a modular 5G communications solution designed for U.S. and allied defense forces.
BlackSky secures new wave of Gen-3 On-Demand customers, expanding global subscription base
BlackSky Technology reported securing more than two dozen new customers for its Gen-3 On-Demand subscription services during the first quarter.
Booz Allen Hamilton wins contract to develop Space-Based Interceptor prototype for Golden Dome missile defense program
Booz Allen Hamilton has been awarded an agreement by the U.S. Space Force Space Systems Command to develop a prototype system for the Space-Based Interceptor program.
Swedish Armed Forces launch first military surveillance satellite, expanding national and NATO space capabilities
The Swedish Armed Forces has launched its first operational military reconnaissance and surveillance satellite, marking the country’s entry into the space domain.