Fincantieri launches first next-generation Offshore Patrol Vessel ‘Ugolino Vivaldi’ for Italian Navy programme
The first next-generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) for the Italian Navy, “Ugolino Vivaldi”, has been launched at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Riva Trigoso.
E5 defence ministers launch Low-Cost Effectors and Autonomous Platforms (LEAP) initiative boost readiness and support Ukraine
Defence ministers from Europe’s five largest defence spenders have launched the Low-Cost Effectors and Autonomous Platforms (LEAP) initiative in Krakow.
Prometheus Energetics breaks ground on solid rocket motor manufacturing campus in Indiana to boost U.S. supply chain
Prometheus Energetics has officially broken ground on a new solid rocket motor manufacturing campus in Indiana.
Swarm Aero opens advanced manufacturing center in Fayetteville to expand large drone production
Swarm Aero has opened an 80,000-square-foot Advanced Manufacturing Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas, marking the milestone with a ribbon-cutting event at Drake Field.
President Donald Trump says he will seek release of War Department files on UFOs and extraterrestrial life
President Trump said Thursday he will direct the Department of War and other agencies to release government files related to UFOs and “alien and extraterrestrial life” to the public.
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11th Airborne Division conducts Arctic deep attack with AH-64E Apaches helicopters during JPMRC 26-02 exercise
Soldiers from the 11th Airborne Division carried out a deep attack in Arctic conditions ahead of an air assault during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 26-02.
Ukraine proposes joint European anti-ballistic projects and urges sustained PURL funding for air defence
Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has called on European partners to join Ukraine in developing counter-ballistic capabilities and to maintain funding for key air defence programmes.
Lockheed Martin highlights ASCO Canada’s manufacturing role in F-35 Lightning II stealth fighter program
Lockheed Martin has spotlighted the contribution of Canadian industry to the F-35 program, highlighting the role of ASCO Aerospace Canada in producing complex machined parts.
E5 defence ministers launch Low-Cost Effectors and Autonomous Platforms (LEAP) initiative boost readiness and support Ukraine
Defence ministers from Europe’s five largest defence spenders have launched the Low-Cost Effectors and Autonomous Platforms (LEAP) initiative in Krakow.
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U.S. Army 17th Field Artillery Brigade conducts HIMARS live fire during JPMRC 26-02 in Alaska
Soldiers assigned to the 17th Field Artillery Brigade conducted a ground raid mission with the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 26-02 in support of the 11th Airborne Division.
Rheinmetall to exhibit Fuchs JAGM armoured missile tank destroyer at Enforce Tac 2026 international defence show in Germany
Rheinmetall will present the Fuchs JAGM missile system for the first time at a trade fair in Germany during Enforce Tac 2026 in Nuremberg.
U.S. Army to issue prototype request for 155mm Mobile Tactical Cannon ahead of planned 2027 selection
The United States Army plans to publish a request for prototype proposals for 155mm self-propelled howitzers by the end of March, according to a report by Shephard Media.
RENK America reports over $50 million in support and spares contracts awarded in late 2025 and early 2026
RENK America has secured more than $50 million in support and spares contracts spanning late 2025 and the opening weeks of 2026.
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Fincantieri launches first next-generation Offshore Patrol Vessel ‘Ugolino Vivaldi’ for Italian Navy programme
The first next-generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) for the Italian Navy, “Ugolino Vivaldi”, has been launched at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Riva Trigoso.
Royal Navy submarine HMS Anson makes historic first visit to Australia in support of AUKUS partnership
A Royal Navy submarine has arrived in Australia for an historic visit aimed at reinforcing the United Kingdom’s commitment to Indo-Pacific security.
Inocea Group to acquire UK Wave Class fast fleet tankers and restore NATO logistics capability to service
Inocea Group has signed an agreement to acquire the United Kingdom’s Royal Fleet Auxiliary vessels Wave Knight and Wave Ruler.
Canadian Patrol Submarine Project: South Korean Government formally confirms commitment to Hanwha Ocean’s bid
The Government of the Republic of Korea has formally reaffirmed its commitment to industrial cooperation in support of Hanwha Ocean’s bid for Canadian Patrol Submarine Project.
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China expands defence cooperation with Iran through satellite intelligence and naval deployment in Gulf
China is expanding its defence cooperation with Iran by providing intelligence data transmitted by satellites tracking United States military movements and by deploying its most advanced spy ship to the waters of the Persian Gulf.
Boeing opens new production line in California to support U.S. Space Force missile warning satellites
Boeing announced on 20 February that it has opened a new production line dedicated to building electro-optical infrared sensors for the U.S. Space Force and other customers.
Kratos awarded multi-million contract from Airbus to deliver ground system for OmanSat-1 software-defined satellite
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has been awarded a multi-million-dollar contract by Airbus Defence and Space to provide a ground segment supporting the OmanSat-1 software-defined satellite.
Divergent and Mach Industries unveil Venom flight prototype built in 71 days with digital manufacturing
“This partnership between Mach Industries and Divergent demonstrates a pivotal capability for the nation. By combining Mach’s innovative systems with Divergent’s revolutionary digital manufacturing platform, we’ve moved from concept to a flight-ready prototype in 71 days,” said Alex Lovett, the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Mission Capabilities in the Office of the…