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.
Kongsberg secures NOK 2 billion contract from Lockheed Martin to supply components for F-35 fighter jets
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace has signed an agreement with Lockheed Martin valued at approximately NOK 2 billion to supply components for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter programme.
BAE Systems awarded contract to modernize AN/ALQ-221 electronic warfare defensive system on U.S. Air Force U-2 aircraft
BAE Systems has received a contract from Robins Air Force Base in Georgia to support and modernize the AN/ALQ-221 Advanced Defensive System installed on the U.S. Air Force’s U-2 Dragon Lady reconnaissance aircraft.
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U.S. F-35 fighter damaged in suspected Iranian air defense fire, makes emergency landing at Middle East Base
A U.S. F-35 fighter jet made an emergency landing at a U.S. air base in the Middle East after sustaining damage believed to be caused by Iranian fire, according to sources cited by CNN.
RTX awarded $8.4 billion contract expansion to boost SM-3 interceptor production and long-term support through 2029
The U.S. Department of War has signed a new agreement with RTX to expand the production and support program for Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) interceptors.
Lockheed Martin selects Fortem Technologies to deploy autonomous counter-drone systems for critical infrastructure protection
Fortem Technologies has secured a contract with Lockheed Martin to deploy autonomous counter-drone systems aimed at protecting critical infrastructure.
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.
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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.
Leonardo completes €1.6 billion acquisition of Iveco military vehicle business to strengthen European land systems portfolio
Italian defence company Leonardo has completed the acquisition of Iveco Group’s Defence Business, including the IDV and ASTRA brands, in a deal valued at €1.6 billion following contractual adjustments.
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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.”
Swedish Defence Minister visits HMS Uppland in Poland as Stockholm and Warsaw deepen strategic submarine cooperation
Sweden’s Minister for Defence Pål Jonson visited the Swedish submarine HMS Uppland in the Polish port of Gdynia during last week’s State Visit to Poland.
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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.