CSG and Aselsan form EU-based joint venture, unveil Korkut air defence system on Tatra wheeled platform
CSG Group said its subsidiary Excalibur International and Türkiye’s defence electronics firm Aselsan have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to establish an EU-based joint venture.
U.S. Air Force advances ERAM standoff cruise missile program with live-fire test less than 16 months after award
U.S. Air Force has conducted a live-warhead test of the Extended Range Attack Munition, a standoff cruise missile, at the Eglin Test and Training Range on January 21.
L3Harris accelerates Viper Shield flight tests, advancing delivery of digital electronic warfare for F-16 fighters
L3Harris Technologies said flight testing of its Viper Shield electronic warfare suite is progressing, demonstrating the system’s fully digital capabilities using production-representative hardware and software.
Romanian Economy Minister emphasises deep localisation for IFV contract. Who is best placed to deliver?
With Bucharest demanding up to 80% local production under SAFE, the infantry fighting vehicle decision has become a test of which bidders can genuinely manufacture in Romania.
Lockheed Martin tests Sniper Networking Targeting Pod in first multi-aircraft F-16 flight demonstration
Lockheed Martin has completed the inaugural flight demonstration of its Sniper Networked Targeting Pod, validating real-time data sharing between two F-16 fighter aircraft.
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USAF: Air Education and Training Command chief reviews T-7A Red Hawk testing, production and training plans
Lt. Gen. Clark J. Quinn, commander of the Air Education and Training Command, visited industry and military partners involved in the T-7A Red Hawk program from January 26 to 30.
U.S. Navy awards $22.6 million contract to Gentex for next-generation fixed-wing aircrew helmet systems
The U.S. Navy has awarded a $22.6 million contract to Gentex Corporation to deliver more than 5,000 Next-Generation Fixed Wing Helmet systems and associated spares.
U.S. Central Command carries out Syria strikes on ISIS targets to prevent militant resurgence
U.S. Central Command said it conducted five strikes against multiple ISIS targets across Syria between January 27 and February 2 as partner forces continued to apply military pressure.
United States greenlights potential $3 billion F-15 sustainment package sale to Saudi Arabia
The U.S. Department of State has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia covering sustainment for its F-15 aircraft fleet, with an estimated value of $3.0 billion.
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Hensoldt receives over €400 million in orders for digital optronics for Schakal vehicles and Leopard 2A8 battle tanks
The largest share of the business relates to equipping the Boxer RCT 30 wheeled armoured vehicle, known as the Schakal, under a contract worth around €290 million. Hensoldt will supply 288 complete sets of digital optronics, including the PERI RTWL HD digital commander’s sight, the WAO HD digital gunner’s sight, the Multifunctional Self-Protection System…
CSG and Aselsan form EU-based joint venture, unveil Korkut air defence system on Tatra wheeled platform
CSG Group said its subsidiary Excalibur International and Türkiye’s defence electronics firm Aselsan have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to establish an EU-based joint venture.
Milrem Robotics and EOS Defence Systems agree partnership to expand unmanned ground combat systems
Estonian defence company Milrem Robotics and Australia-based EOS Defence Systems have signed a teaming agreement to pursue joint business and develop networked unmanned ground systems.
Romanian Economy Minister emphasises deep localisation for IFV contract. Who is best placed to deliver?
With Bucharest demanding up to 80% local production under SAFE, the infantry fighting vehicle decision has become a test of which bidders can genuinely manufacture in Romania.
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U.S. shoots down Iranian drone near USS Abraham Lincoln amid rising tensions, diplomacy efforts in region
The U.S. military shot down an Iranian drone on Tuesday after it approached the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea, underscoring rising tensions between Washington and Tehran.
BAE Systems wins $195 million U.S. Marine Corps contract for 30 additional Amphibious Combat Vehicles
BAE Systems has received a $195 million contract to produce 30 additional Amphibious Combat Vehicles for the U.S. Marine Corps, raising the total number of ACV-30 vehicles ordered under the contract to more than 150.
TKMS and German defence procurement agency sign preliminary deal to launch MEKO A-200 DEU frigate project
TKMS and Germany’s Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support, known as BAAINBw, have signed a preliminary agreement for the MEKO A-200 DEU frigate programme, the company said on Tuesday.
Boeing selects Australia’s Ferra Engineering to expand local production of advanced anti-submarine weapons
Boeing has selected Ferra Engineering to produce wing kits for its High Altitude Anti-Submarine Warfare Weapon Capability under an expanded partnership.
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BlackSky wins seven-figure Gen-3 Assured contracts with new international defense customer after early access
BlackSky said it was awarded multiple Gen-3 Assured services contracts totaling seven figures with a new international defense customer following an early access period.
ArianeGroup completes first launch of SyLEx sounding rocket, validating new French suborbital system
ArianeGroup carried out the first launch of its new SyLEx sounding rocket flight test system on November 28, 2025, from the Missile Testing Centre in Biscarrosse operated by the French Defence Procurement and Technology Agency.
Leonardo DRS to provide advanced space-based infrared mission payloads for SDA missile defense tracking program
Leonardo DRS announced it has been awarded a subcontract to provide Infrared Mission Payloads for the Space Development Agency’s Tracking Layer Tranche 3, part of the U.S. military’s advanced missile defense program
Lockheed Martin launches ninth GPS III satellite into orbit to enhance resilience and connectivity for warfighters
Lockheed Martin successfully launched its ninth GPS III space vehicle, known as SV09, into orbit on Jan. 27, 2026, strengthening global connectivity and military navigation capabilities.