Orqa signs teaming agreement with Red River Army Depot to expand U.S. Army small drone manufacturing capacity
Orqa has signed a teaming agreement with Red River Army Depot in Texarkana, Texas, aimed at strengthening the U.S. Army’s expanding capacity to manufacture small unmanned aircraft systems.
Electro Optic Systems secures $45 million in counter-drone orders, including major Middle East contract for Slinger system
Electro Optic Systems (EOS) has announced two new unconditional orders for counter-drone systems with a combined value of $45 million.
General Atomics explores integration of JASSM, LRASM and JSM long-range missiles with MQ-9B unmanned aircraft
General Atomics is developing new long-range weapons capabilities for its MQ-9B unmanned aircraft systems, expanding their potential operational roles.
PAC-3 interceptor demonstrates extremely high effectiveness against ballistic and hypersonic missile threats, says Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence
Ukraine has received a new batch of PAC-3 interceptor missiles for its Patriot air defence systems from Germany following a Ramstein-format meeting.
Indra Group and Diehl Defence agree to develop ground-based air and missile defence systems for Spain and Europe
Indra Group and Diehl Defence have signed an agreement to jointly promote the development and production of air and missile defence systems aimed at strengthening Europe’s industrial base and technological sovereignty.
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Lockheed Martin highlights two decades of Polish F-16 service reinforcing NATO air defence and regional security
The Polish Air Force is marking two decades of F-16 Fighting Falcon operations, a milestone that reflects the aircraft’s central role in modernizing Poland’s airpower and strengthening NATO’s eastern flank.
Orqa signs teaming agreement with Red River Army Depot to expand U.S. Army small drone manufacturing capacity
Orqa has signed a teaming agreement with Red River Army Depot in Texarkana, Texas, aimed at strengthening the U.S. Army’s expanding capacity to manufacture small unmanned aircraft systems.
Electro Optic Systems secures $45 million in counter-drone orders, including major Middle East contract for Slinger system
Electro Optic Systems (EOS) has announced two new unconditional orders for counter-drone systems with a combined value of $45 million.
Thales radio management system selected by Pilatus to enhance communications capability for European PC-7 military trainer fleet
Thales has announced that its radio management system has been selected by Pilatus Aircraft Ltd for installation on a fleet of PC-7 military training aircraft operated in Europe.
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Elbit America wins $120.5 million U.S. Army contract to develop Soldier Borne Mission Command system for next-generation combat
Elbit Systems of America has been awarded a $120.5 million contract by the U.S. Army to develop a new Soldier Borne Mission Command (SBMC) capability.
Lithuania receives additional AMRAAM and Spike LR2 missiles to strengthen air defence and anti-armour capabilities
The Lithuanian Armed Forces have received a new delivery of missiles and ammunition valued at more than €5.7 million, strengthening the country’s military capabilities.
ArianeGroup and Thales develop 150 km-range FLP-T rocket artillery system for future French land forces
ArianeGroup and Thales are jointly developing a new rocket artillery system known as FLP-T 150, designed to strengthen long-range land strike capabilities.
Ukraine prepares tests of FP-9 short-range ballistic missile as Fire Point advances domestic long-range strike capability
Ukraine is preparing to begin testing a new short-range ballistic missile known as the FP-9 in early summer 2026, according to information provided by Fire Point.
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SEA Canada awarded implementation phase contract to support torpedo launcher systems for Royal Canadian Navy’s River-class destroyers
Lockheed Martin Canada has awarded SEA Canada a multi-year contract to support the implementation phase of the River-class Destroyer (RCD) programme for the Royal Canadian Navy.
Brazilian Navy receives first Tamandaré-class frigate as part of long-term fleet modernisation programme
The Brazilian Navy has officially received the frigate Tamandaré (F200), the first vessel of the Tamandaré-class programme, during a ceremony held on 9 March at the ThyssenKrupp Estaleiro Brasil Sul shipyard in Itajaí, Santa Catarina.
U.S. confirms use of ATACMS missiles against Iranian naval targets, reports destruction of vessels and a submarine
The United States has confirmed the operational use of MGM-140 ATACMS ballistic missiles during combat operations against Iran, according to remarks made during a press conference on March 13.
U.S. Navy extends service of USS Nimitz aircraft carrier to March 2027 as preparations begin for planned inactivation
The U.S. Navy has decided to keep its oldest aircraft carrier, USS Nimitz (CVN-68), in service for an additional 10 months beyond its previously planned retirement date.
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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.
BlackSky activates Gen-3 intelligence services worldwide after commissioning satellite in under one week
According to BlackSky, the rapid commissioning represents an industry-leading achievement in bringing advanced satellite capabilities into operational service. The Gen-3 system provides customers with best-in-class 35-centimeter imagery alongside automated analytics tools designed to support operational decision-making. Brian O’Toole, chief executive officer of BlackSky, said the new capacity immediately enhances operational capabilities for users. “With…