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European Commission allocates €1.07 billion to 57 defence projects supporting key readiness initiatives and innovation
The European Commission will invest €1.07 billion in 57 defence projects under the 2025 European Defence Fund calls.

Warburg Pincus establishes European defence investment platform with Munich Re support
Warburg Pincus has announced the launch of a dedicated European defence investment platform aimed at capitalising on growing demand across the sector.

European Commission proposes €45 billion Ukraine support for 2026 and eases drone procurement to boost defence capabilities
The European Commission has taken preparatory steps to implement a €90 billion Ukraine Support Loan aimed at strengthening Ukraine’s financial stability and defence capabilities.

Ukraine and Romania launch joint drone production projects backed by €200 million EU SAFE programme funding
Ukraine and Romania are preparing to launch joint drone manufacturing projects supported by €200 million under the European Union’s SAFE programme.

European Commission adopts €1.5 billion EDIP programme to boost defence industry and support Ukraine
The European Commission has approved a €1.5 billion work programme under the European Defence Industry Programme to strengthen and modernise Europe’s defence sector.

OHB wins €248 million contract to build arctic weather satellite constellation for EUMETSAT programme
OHB Sweden has secured a €248 million contract to develop and manufacture 20 small satellites for the EUMETSAT Polar System – Sterna programme.

European Defence Agency to coordinate €50 million programme to harmonise 155mm ammunition testing
European Defence Agency will coordinate a new Joint Ammunition Qualification programme aimed at harmonising ammunition testing procedures across participating European countries.




