AI-assisted optronics: an unprecedented European project to increase combat perception capabilities
The European Commission signed the Grant Agreement for the launch of the STORE collaborative research project, coordinated by Thales and funded by the European Defence Fund.
British Army selects RCH 155 self-propelled howitzer in MFP programme
RCH 155 will provide a world-class 155mm self-propelled artillery gun system to the Royal Artillery.
Lockheed Martin and Oesia Group sign an industrial cooperation agreement
The MOU offers Grupo Oesia the opportunity to manufacture PAC-3 MSE parts for customers all over the world and paves the way for Spain to join the worldwide community of PAC-3 users.
BAE Systems: sixth Astute class submarine named Agamemnon at Barrow-in-Furness
Five Astute Class submarines are already in service, while work is also well under way in Barrow on the seventh and final boat.
NSPA awards first Counter-small UAS (C-sUAS) multinational contract in NATO’s history
The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) has approved the first Counter-small UAS (C-sUAS) procurement framework agreement in NATO’s history.
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OCCAR: European MALE RPAS programme advances
OCCAR has announced a progression in the Eurodrone project, officially known as the Medium Altitude Long Endurance – Remotely Piloted Air System (MALE-RPAS).
NATO Secretary General flies in German Eurofighter jet
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg took to the skies in a German Eurofighter as part of his visit to the 73 Tactical Air Wing at Laage Air Base in Germany.
U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer bombers conclude combined drills with Allies
During a month-long deployment, which kicked off March 24 U.S. Air Force B-1Bs and supporting personnel conducted several missions to train alongside Allies and partners across the European region.
Leonardo readies RAF to handle Future Combat Air mission data in new 10-year contract
Leonardo has been awarded a contract to supply, develop and future proof the tools which generate and analyse data used by the UK Armed Forces’ combat aircraft.
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Challenger 3 tank demonstrates advanced capabilities during live firing test
The British Army’s future main battle tank, the Challenger 3, has demonstrated its formidable capabilities in a series of live firings this week in Germany.
MilDef secures its largest ever contract in Estonia for tactical IT hardware
MilDef Group has signed a groundbreaking contract valued at 53 million Swedish Kronor (MSEK) to supply its advanced technology to an Estonian defence project focused on armoured vehicles.
Hanwha to deliver Chunmoo launchers, tactical ballistic missiles to Poland
Worth around USD 1.6 billion, the contract outlines the supply of 72 Polish Chunmoo Multi-Rocket launchers; CTM-290, a long-range guided missile of Chunmoo; and the transfer of technology on the launch modules of the MRLS. The contract was signed on the 25th April at Hanwha Aerospace’s production plant in Changwon, with the attendance of…
Estonia opens maintenance workshop for K9 artillery systems
The Estonian Centre for Defence Investments (ECDI) has officially opened a new workshop in Tapa dedicated to the maintenance of indirect fire weapons.
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Saab launches new initiative to shape the future of defence and security
Saab announces the launch of Skapa by Saab, a new initiative to accelerate the development and deployment of cutting-edge technologies and solutions.
RTX awarded contract to modernize electronics unit for missile development program
Raytheon has been awarded a USD 344 million contract for the development of two missile variants: the SM-2 Block IIICU and SM-6 Block IU.
Babcock takes charge of Type 23 frigate refit, boosting Royal Navy operational capabilities
Babcock International has secured a pivotal contract to manage the Type 23 frigate Refit Support Group, heralding a new era of streamlined vessel maintenance and regeneration.
French naval power getting ready for Neptune Strike
The French Navy allowed a rare look into one of their nuclear submarines while preparing for an upcoming NATO mission on Monday 15, 2024.
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Key representatives of the Polish and European space sector will meet in Warsaw
The Polish Space Strategy, space technologies in the service of security and cooperation with foreign entities are the main topics of the fourth edition of the Space Sector Forum.
U.S. Space Force extends partnership with L3Harris Technologies
L3Harris Technologies has received an award of option year five of the Maintenance Of Space Situational Awareness Integrated Capabilities (MOSSAIC) program.
Kongsberg to provide maritime surveillance services to Norway
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace has been awarded a contract from the Norwegian Intelligence Service (NIS) on behalf of the Norwegian government to provide satellite maritime surveillance data.
EagleEye satellite: a landmark project for Polish space sector
EagleEye is the first satellite designed and built in Poland weighing more than 50 kg.
