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Babcock and Supacat launch production on Jackal 3 for the British Army

Babcock and Supacat have officially launched production of 70 High Mobility Transporter (HMT) Jackal 3s for the British Army.

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GKN Aerospace has been selected by Northrop Grumman to help develop components for a revolutionary solid rocket motor demonstrator. The first Solid Motor Annual Rocket Technology Demonstrator (SMART Demo) successfully tested a new motor that was developed in less than a year to showcase innovative technologies, including alternative manufacturing materials and processes. Underpinned by GKN Aerospace’s ground-breaking AM capability, the project demonstrated technologies that could reduce production lead times by up to 75 percent.

GKN Aerospace collaborates with Northrop Grumman on SMART Demo rocket test motor

Air / Defence Industry Europe

GKN Aerospace has been selected by Northrop Grumman to help develop components for a revolutionary solid rocket motor demonstrator.

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Eurosam, a joint venture of MBDA and Thales, will produce a new batch of Aster 30 air defence missiles for Italy. This decision was formalized through the 14th Contract Amendment for the FSAF-PAAMS Sustainment & Enhancement (S&E) Contract, signed by Joachim Sucker, Director of OCCAR-EA, and Anne Diaz De Tuesta, Managing Director of Eurosam.

Eurosam to produce more Aster 30 air defence missiles for Italy

Air, Top / Defence Industry Europe

Eurosam, a joint venture of MBDA and Thales, will produce a new batch of Aster 30 air defence missiles for Italy.

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The Belgian Council of Ministers has officially confirmed the procurement of advanced military hardware from KNDS, marking a significant enhancement of Belgium's artillery capabilities.

Belgium orders advanced artillery systems from KNDS

Land, Top / Defence Industry Europe

The Belgian Council of Ministers has officially confirmed the procurement of advanced military hardware from KNDS, marking a significant enhancement of Belgium’s artillery capabilities.

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The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) has announced that the North Atlantic Council (NAC) has agreed to a report by National Armaments Directors setting out the findings of the study phase of the Alliance Future Surveillance and Control (AFSC) Concept Stage.

NATO countries agree on the concept of Alliance Future Surveillance and Control (AFSC)

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The Development Stage of the AFSC initiative will follow the completion of Phase 3 of the Concept Stage at the end of 2025.

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Northrop Grumman delivered the first production Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) major end item, an Integrated Collaborative Environment (ICE), to the U.S. Army on December 19, 2023.

Northrop Grumman: first production delivery for the US Army’s Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS)

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Northrop Grumman delivered the first production Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) major end item, an Integrated Collaborative Environment (ICE), to the U.S. Army.

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More than 30 jets from NATO and Partner air forces are ready to conduct the first multinational Flying Course and apply NATO tactics, techniques and procedures at the Tactical Leadership Programme (TLP) in Albacete, Spain.

NATO jets kick-off year with first tactical flying course in Spain

Air, NATO / Defence Industry Europe

More than 30 jets from NATO and Partner air forces are ready to conduct the first multinational Flying Course and apply NATO tactics, techniques and procedures at the Tactical Leadership Programme (TLP).

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Speaking at the Lockheed Martin facility in Troy, Alabama on January 31, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg emphasised NATO’s crucial role in creating a vast market for defence sales and production.

Jens Stoltenberg at Lockheed Martin facility: NATO strengthens our defence industrial base

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Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg emphasised NATO’s crucial role in creating a vast market for defence sales and production.

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Continuing to expand its presence in Romania as a leading manufacturer of military vehicles, Rheinmetall is taking up a majority share in Romanian vehicle maker Automecanica Mediaș. The acquisition deepens the Düsseldorf-based technology enterprise’s footprint in Central Europe, opening the door to new customer countries in the region with substantial sales potential. Rheinmetall already has locations in two other countries on NATO’s eastern flank, Hungary and Lithuania. In December 2023, moreover, Romania awarded Rheinmetall a major air defence order worth €328 million.

Rheinmetall acquires majority stake in Romanian military vehicle maker Automecanica Mediaș SRL

Land, Top / Defence Industry Europe

Rheinmetall is taking up a majority share in Romanian vehicle maker Automecanica Mediaș.

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INVISIO announced its new generation of tactical in-ear headsets - the new AI-enhanced X7. Offering a whole new level of comfort, ease of use and hearing protection as well as unparalleled natural situational awareness, the X7 promises to set a new industry benchmark for in-ear headsets in the most demanding environments.

INVISIO unveils the X7 headset – redefining the usability of tactical in-ear headsets

Land / Defence Industry Europe

INVISIO announced its new generation of tactical in-ear headsets – the new AI-enhanced X7.

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On January 17, the Romanian Armed Forces successfully conducted a live firing exercise using the M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) in collaboration with the U.S. Army’s 4th Security Forces Assistance Brigade (SFAB). The exercise, led by the Romanian 8th Field Artillery Brigade, was a significant step in enhancing readiness and interoperability among NATO allies.

Romania conducts live firing exercise with HIMARS system

Land / Defence Industry Europe

On January 17, the Romanian Armed Forces successfully conducted a live firing exercise using the M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS).

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Leonardo DRS has delivered the 1,000th Solaris ruggedized laser system that is at the heart of Northrop Grumman’s Common Infrared Countermeasures (CIRCM) system. CIRCM is a next-generation aircraft protection system designed to defend rotary wing, tilt rotor, and small fixed wing platforms across the U.S. armed services from a range of missile threats.

Leonardo DRS delivers 1,000th Solaris laser system for CIRCM solution

Air / Defence Industry Europe

Leonardo DRS has delivered the 1,000th Solaris ruggedized laser system that is at the heart of Northrop Grumman’s Common Infrared Countermeasures (CIRCM) system.

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