Air and missile defense: Lockheed Martin secures $4.7 billion contract for PAC-3 MSE interceptors
The U.S. Department of War has signed a contract with Lockheed Martin for the production of an additional batch of PAC-3 MSE missiles.
Defending NATO: a new opportunity for industry mission partnership
NATO members, faced with strategic decision-making about hardening their defensive posture, must choose carefully where precious tax dollars are spent.
Finland signs deal to procure 112 additional K9 self-propelled howitzers from South Kore
The Finnish Ministry of Defence has signed a government-to-government agreement with the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency for the procurement of additional K9 self-propelled howitzers.
Northrop Grumman’s Minotaur IV launches STP-S29A mission, deploying multiple Space Force satellites
Northrop Grumman successfully launched the STP-S29A mission aboard its Minotaur IV launch vehicle on April 8.
BAE Systems awarded $146 million contract to begin second source production of M776 cannons for U.S. Army
BAE Systems has been awarded a $146 million undefinitized contract to begin production of M776 cannons for the U.S. Army’s M777 towed 155mm howitzer.
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Lockheed Martin invests over $7 billion to expand missile production capacity and strengthen air defense supply chain
Lockheed Martin has invested more than $7 billion to expand production capacity for key defense systems, including advanced air defense munitions.
Beehive Industries secures U.S. Air Force contract to advance Frenzy engine family for uncrewed systems development
Beehive Industries has been awarded a $29.7 million contract by the U.S. Air Force to advance development of its Frenzy engine family.
Air and missile defense: Lockheed Martin secures $4.7 billion contract for PAC-3 MSE interceptors
The U.S. Department of War has signed a contract with Lockheed Martin for the production of an additional batch of PAC-3 MSE missiles.
U.S. Navy demonstrates F-35 and Collaborative Combat Aircraft integration in joint simulation environment training
The U.S. Navy has demonstrated the integration of F-35 fighter pilots with emerging Collaborative Combat Aircraft during a recent exercise in a virtual training environment.
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Team Lynx details XM30 infantry fighting vehicle concept as U.S. Army program nears key decision [VIDEO]
Rheinmetall has released new details about its infantry fighting vehicle offering for the U.S. Army’s XM30 Mechanized Infantry Combat Vehicle program.
Finland signs deal to procure 112 additional K9 self-propelled howitzers from South Kore
The Finnish Ministry of Defence has signed a government-to-government agreement with the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency for the procurement of additional K9 self-propelled howitzers.
Rheinmetall selects Theon Sensors for CT25 turret fire control system, strengthening European defence industry cooperation
Rheinmetall Electronics has selected Theon Sensors to develop and deliver a stabilised electro-optical sensor for the CT25 medium-calibre turret fire control system.
Hanwha Aerospace plans €1.3 billion investment to expand defence production and technology transfer in Romania
Hanwha Aerospace has announced a €1.3 billion investment package to expand defence production capabilities in Romania.
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U.S. Navy Strategic Systems Programs marks 70 years of advancing sea-based nuclear deterrence capabilities
The Strategic Systems Programs is marking 70 years of development in sea-based nuclear deterrence.
Royal Navy completes ten-day operation monitoring Russian warships and submarine in UK waters
The Royal Navy has completed ten days of intensive operations monitoring Russian naval activity in UK waters.
French Navy orders additional Camcopter S-100 systems, expanding fleet for maritime surveillance operations
Schiebel announced that the French Navy has ordered five additional Camcopter S-100 systems under its unmanned aviation programme.
Canadian Patrol Submarine Project: TKMS and E3 Lithium sign teaming agreement to strengthen supply chains
TKMS and E3 Lithium have signed a teaming agreement to support Canada’s future submarine capabilities.
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Defending NATO: a new opportunity for industry mission partnership
NATO members, faced with strategic decision-making about hardening their defensive posture, must choose carefully where precious tax dollars are spent.
Northrop Grumman’s Minotaur IV launches STP-S29A mission, deploying multiple Space Force satellites
Northrop Grumman successfully launched the STP-S29A mission aboard its Minotaur IV launch vehicle on April 8.
NRL launches advanced experimental payloads on STPSat-7 mission to enhance space surveillance capabilities
The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory has successfully launched three experimental payloads aboard the STPSat-7 mission.
Raytheon Australia unveils Electronic Warfare Tactical Engagement vehicle to advance future electromagnetic spectrum operations
Raytheon Australia has introduced its Electronic Warfare Tactical Engagement (EWTE) vehicle as part of efforts to strengthen Australia’s electromagnetic spectrum operations.