Defence Industry Europe

Germany modernises Air Force with F-35 jets: a leap in defence and NATO collaboration

Denmark hosts capability demonstration: testing advanced defence systems and vehicles

Italy signs new Eurofighter Typhoon contract as part of EUR 7.4 billion programme

Israel and Slovakia sign EUR 560 million deal for Barak MX air defence system

Eurofighter secures future with long-term evolution technology contract

Helsing, the leading defence AI company in Europe, unveiled HX-2, a new type of strike drone. HX-2 is designed from the ground up to be software-based, mass-producible, and swarm-capable – a major milestone on Helsing’s mission to strengthen the security of democracies.

HX-2: Helsing unveils intelligent strike drone for mass and precision

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MBDA: Mistral 3 project to receive EUR 60 million from European Union

Larsen & Toubro secures major defence contract for K9 Vajra-T artillery systems

U.S. Army partners with BAE Systems to develop Multi-Domain Artillery Cannon (MDAC)

First F-35A jets arrive at Ebbing Air National Guard Base for international pilot training

Massive potential deal for GDLS: Washington approves modernisation package for Egyptian Abrams tanks

U.S. Navy advances autonomous naval operations with key unmanned vessel milestone

U.S. Marine Corps complete first open-water amphibious movement with new ACVs

Elbit Systems to equip German Airbus A350 with DIRCM self-protection technology

British Army trials advanced radio frequency weapon to counter drone threats

Russia seeks victory in growing military spending [BRIEF]

U.S. Army receives Textron MK 4.8 HQ Aerosonde system for tactical operations

U.S. Air Force and Navy conduct precision strikes on Houthi facilities in Yemen

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MBDA: Mistral 3 project to receive EUR 60 million from European Union

The Mistral project was part of the ‘Air Defence Systems’ section of the EDIRPA. The project will receive funding of EUR 60 million out of a total EDIRPA budget of EUR 300 million.

Germany modernises Air Force with F-35 jets: a leap in defence and NATO collaboration

The German Air Force (Luftwaffe) is set to receive 35 brand-new Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II fighter jets, replacing its ageing Tornado fleet.

Israel Aerospace Industries secures contract for Arrow 3 anti-ballistic missile interceptors

The Israel Ministry of Defence and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) have finalised a significant contract to enhance the production of Arrow 3 interceptors.

First F-35A jets arrive at Ebbing Air National Guard Base for international pilot training

The first pair of F-35A Lightning II fifth-generation fighter jets for Poland arrived at Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

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European defence industry cooperation: Boxer Programme success story

The Boxer Programme’s origins trace back to the 1990s, with Germany, France, and the UK shaping the platform’s early phases.

Denmark hosts capability demonstration: testing advanced defence systems and vehicles

Representatives from four defence companies—SIMA Innovation, KNDS France, KNDS Germany, and Defenture B.V.—joined military officials from four nations for the demonstration.

Larsen & Toubro secures major defence contract for K9 Vajra-T artillery systems

Larsen & Toubro (L&T), a prominent player in India’s defence sector, has secured a significant contract from the Ministry of Defence for the supply of K9 Vajra-T self-propelled artillery systems.

RENK Group expands U.S. presence with acquisition of Cincinnati Gearing Systems

RENK Group AG has announced its agreement to acquire Cincinnati Gearing Systems Inc. (CGS Inc.), a leading U.S. manufacturer of precision gears and power transmission equipment.

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U.S. Navy takes delivery of advanced attack submarine USS Iowa

The U.S. Navy has officially received its newest Virginia-class attack submarine, the future USS Iowa (SSN 797), on 22 December 2024.

U.S. Navy advances autonomous naval operations with key unmanned vessel milestone

The U.S. Navy has reached a major milestone in the development of its USV programme by successfully completing a 720-hour continuous power demonstration on a key engine system.

U.S. Marine Corps complete first open-water amphibious movement with new ACVs

The ACV, designed to replace the ageing Assault Amphibious Vehicle (AAV) that first entered service in 1972, represents a leap forward in amphibious capability.

Hanwha Ocean signs USD 578.7 million contract for next-generation FFX Batch IV frigates

South Korean shipbuilding company Hanwha Ocean has announced a major contract with the DAPA to construct two advanced FFX Batch IV frigates.

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