U.S. Air Force finalizing an over $100 million deal with Boeing to replenish GBU-57 bombs after Operation Midnight Hammer
The U.S. military is moving to replenish its inventory of GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator bunker-busting bombs used against Iran’s Fordow and Natanz nuclear facilities during Operation Midnight Hammer.
German-Ukrainian venture hands first Linza 3.0 drone to Zelenskyy ahead of Munich Security Conference
German-Ukrainian joint venture QFI hands first Germany-built Linza 3.0 drone to President Zelenskyy, launching production of up to 10,000 UAVs a year for Ukraine’s armed forces.
Elbridge Colby urges Europe to lead donventional defence as U.S. pushes ‘NATO 3.0’ at ministerial meeting in Brussels
Pentagon policy chief Elbridge Colby urged allies to build a “NATO 3.0” based on “partnership rather than dependency” as he represented the United States at a NATO defence ministers’ meeting in Brussels.
Europe divided over future relationship with United States as security and strategic autonomy debate intensifies
Europe is split over its future relationship with the United States, as some governments weigh greater independence while others warn that distancing from Washington could weaken the continent’s security against Russia.
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Frontline Robotics unveils Linza 3.0 tactical drone for joint production in Ukraine and Germany [VIDEO]
Frontline Robotics has unveiled Linza 3.0, the latest version of its multi-use logistic drone already deployed in more than 60 units with the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and said the system will be produced in Ukraine and Germany.
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Nine Allied nations complete NATO Tactical Leadership Programme flying course at Albacete Air Base
NATO announced that on 5 February 2026 nine Allied nations completed the year’s first Tactical Leadership Programme flying course at Albacete Air Base in Spain.
U.S. Air Force finalizing an over $100 million deal with Boeing to replenish GBU-57 bombs after Operation Midnight Hammer
The U.S. military is moving to replenish its inventory of GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator bunker-busting bombs used against Iran’s Fordow and Natanz nuclear facilities during Operation Midnight Hammer.
Saab and Ukrainian Defense Industry (UDI) sign memorandum of understanding on aviation and airborne surveillance cooperation
Saab and Joint Stock Company “Ukrainian Defense Industry” have signed a Memorandum of Understanding outlining their intention to collaborate in aviation and airborne surveillance, aiming to strengthen Ukraine’s defence capabilities.
Shield AI chosen to provide mission autonomy for U.S. Air Force Combat Aircraft program
Shield AI announced it has been selected as a mission autonomy provider for the U.S. Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft program, following a competitive evaluation to support mission autonomy Technology Maturity and Risk Reduction efforts.
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Peab awarded SEK 258 million contract to build testing and inspection facilities for BAE Systems Hägglunds
Peab has received a further commission from BAE Systems Hägglunds AB in Örnsköldsvik for the construction of new facilities for testing and final inspection, with the contract valued at SEK 258 million.
RENK Group to invest $150 million in Michigan, create up to 270 jobs and expand U.S. defense operations by 2030
RENK America and Horstman, the group’s two U.S. subsidiaries in Michigan, employ more than 540 workers at facilities in Muskegon, Sterling Heights and Roseville, and the expansion is set to strengthen those operations while supporting the state’s advanced manufacturing leadership.
Rheinmetall secures €200 million NATO order under 120mm tank ammunition framework agreement
Rheinmetall has secured an initial order worth around €200 million from the NATO Support and Procurement Agency under a 2025 framework agreement for 120mm tank ammunition, marking a significant contract in scope and value.
Nordic defence agencies confirm Saab’s Mobile Camouflage System remains world-leading in its class
The Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency said new extensive tests in Denmark have confirmed that the Mobile Camouflage System (MCS), further developed by Norway, Sweden and Denmark with Sweden’s Saab, remains world-leading, particularly in Arctic conditions.
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United States to deploy USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier to Middle East as tensions with Iran escalate – AP
The United States will send the USS Gerald R. Ford, the world’s largest aircraft carrier, to the Middle East to join another carrier already in the region.
Canadian Patrol Submarine Project: TKMS and Magellan sign torpedo production pact
German naval shipbuilder TKMS and Magellan Aerospace Corporation have signed a Teaming Agreement to strengthen industrial cooperation in support of Canada’s future submarine capabilities.
Lockheed Martin wins nine-month Aegis sustainment extension for Royal Australian Navy’s Hobart-class destroyers
Lockheed Martin Australia has been awarded a nine-month extension of its Aegis Sustainment Program for the Royal Australian Navy’s Hobart-class guided missile destroyers.
Fincantieri’s WASS secures over €200 million Saudi contract for MU90 lightweight torpedoes
Fincantieri said its subsidiary WASS Submarine Systems has secured a contract worth more than €200 million from the Ministry of Defence of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to supply MU90 Lightweight Torpedoes.
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BlackSky secures seven-figure Assured contract to expand Gen-3 support for defense customer
BlackSky Technology Inc. said its Gen-3 international momentum is continuing with a seven-figure Assured contract supporting an international defense customer.
OHB launches European Moonport Company to drive lunar infrastructure from Bavaria
OHB SE has announced the creation of the European Moonport Company, establishing an innovation hub in Oberpfaffenhofen near Munich to consolidate its activities for future lunar missions in Bavaria.
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.