Unmanned technologies: Quantum Systems and ARX Robotics form strategic partnership
This strategic partnership brings together Germany’s two leading enterprises dedicated to supporting Ukraine and driving technological advancements.
Astral Knight 24 to exercise U.S. EUCOM’s Integrated Air and Missile Defence
A multi-national military exercise called Astral Knight 2024 is focused on exercising Integrated Air and Missile Defence (IAMD) and the incremental development of theater-wide security capabilities.
EU-Ukraine Defence Industries Forum bolsters cooperation between Ukrainian and European defence industries
On May 6, the EU-Ukraine Defence industries Forum took place in Brussels.
KNDS France offers the CAESAR 6×6 to meet the needs of the Malaysian artillery units
As the primary provider of artillery systems for Malaysia, KNDS France has solidified its position as a strategic industrial partner within the Malaysian defence industry.
Belgium joins Future Combat Air System (FCAS) programme as observer
The FCAS programme is considered crucial for maintaining Europe’s strategic autonomy and technological independence.
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South Korea successfully tests advanced Meteor missile from KF-21 Boramae aircraft
On May 8, the South Korean Defence Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) conducted a successful test of the Meteor long-range air-to-air missile from the KF-21 Boramae fighter jet.
Australia to transfer RBS 70 NG air defence systems to Ukraine
The RBS 70 NG system, developed by Sweden’s Saab in 2011, is an upgraded variant of the RBS 70 air defence system.
Marshall to develop rapidly deployable aircraft support and maintenance concept for USAF
Marshall has secured a contract to design, build and demonstrate a containerised system to simplify logistics and accelerate deployment of aircraft and personnel for the USAF.
Bayraktar TB3 UCAV sets new altitude record with domestically produced engine
Bayraktar TB3 unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) has successfully completed its 34th and 35th flight tests, setting a new altitude record by reaching 33,000 feet.
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U.S. Army tests advanced NEMO mortar on AMPV chassis
The U.S. Army is currently conducting extensive tests of the Mobile Turreted Mortar System (MTMS) mounted on a BAE Systems Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV) chassis, equipped with a 120mm NEMO mortar produced by the Finnish company Patria.
Avon awarded UK Ministry of Defence General Service Respirator contract worth up to GBP 38 million
Avon Protection has won the tender for the continued supply of the General Service Respirator (GSR) and associated in service support for the UK Ministry of Defence.
Elbit to supply Crossbow unmanned turreted mortar systems for Pandur vehicles
This marks the first contract signed for the supply of the Crossbow since its unveiling at the DSEI exhibition in London in 2023.
IMCO Group enters into strategic partnership with Israel’s Ministry of Defence
IMCO Group signed a multi-year framework agreement with the Israeli Ministry of Defence (MOD), estimated at 377 million NIS.
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German Navy christens new K130 Batch II corvette
The German Navy christened the Karlsruhe, the third of its new K130 Batch II corvettes, at Hamburg’s Blohm+Voss shipyard on May 7, 2024.
Royal Navy orders additional Remus UUVs from HII
HII, the leading manufacturer of underwater unmanned vehicles (UUVs), announced the recent sale of three REMUS 100s and five REMUS 300s to the Royal Navy.
HENSOLDT UK to equip Royal Fleet Auxiliary ships
Sensor solutions provider HENSOLDT UK has been selected by Navantia UK to provide key systems to the UK Royal Fleet Auxiliary’s (RFA) three new Fleet Solid Support (FSS) ships.
France advances in new generation aircraft carrier development with a key contract
Over 200 professions and areas of expertise are being mobilized to tackle the technological challenges posed by the PA-NG aircraft carrier.
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SSC and Perigee to launch satellites from Esrange
SSC and South Korean rocket company Perigee Aerospace Inc. have signed a collaborative agreement to launch satellites jointly from Esrange Space Center in northern Sweden, starting 2025.
RTX’s new generation of commercial satellite imagers launches with Maxar’s WorldView Legion
Two next-generation imaging instruments designed by Raytheon, an RTX business, launched yesterday as part of Maxar’s WorldView Legion satellites.
HyImpulse: German space company successfully launches first commercially viable launch vehicle
The German start-up HyImpulse has developed a rocket that is essentially fuelled by candle wax.
GRACE project: successful tests of the satellite drive engine
In the first quarter of 2024, the Łukasiewicz – Institute of Aviation successfully completed a series of tests of the engine that belongs to the category of the largest subsystems in satellite propulsion.
