European Union considers new satellite network for military intelligence
The European Commission is exploring the possibility of expanding its satellite capabilities to strengthen military intelligence.
OCCAR: HYDIS programme advances with key workshop on interceptor development
The OCCAR HYDIS programme has reached a significant milestone with the successful completion of its first Solution Space Review (SSR).
ReArm Europe Plan: Ursula von der Leyen unveils major EU defence spending initiative
President Ursula von der Leyen emphasised the urgency of strengthening Europe's defence capabilities and taking greater responsibility for its own security.
Commissioner Kubilius and top EU financial stakeholders brainstorm solutions to finance European defence
On 25 February 2025, Commissioner for Defence and Space, Andrius Kubilius, chaired a High-Level Roundtable with the representatives of some of the most consequential financial stakeholders in the EU.
European Defence Agency launches project to improve military situational awareness
The European Defence Agency (EDA) has initiated a new project to enhance automatic 3D modelling for military situational awareness.
European Union extends Operation ASPIDES mandate to safeguard Red Sea navigation
he European Council has decided to extend the mandate of the EU maritime security operation, EUNAVFOR ASPIDES, until 28 February 2026.
European Defence Agency launches BATTAGE project to enhance aircraft battery monitoring
The European Defence Agency (EDA) has initiated a research project to improve the monitoring and prediction of battery health in aircraft.
GMV leads GENIUS project to revolutionise explosive device detection and neutralisation
Multinational technology company GMV is coordinating the GENIUS project, an initiative aimed at improving the detection and neutralisation of explosive threats.
The EU Space Programme: more satellites and new services underway
One of the top priorities is the full rollout of the EU’s Space flagship programmes: Galileo, Copernicus, SSA (Space Surveillance and Awareness), and GOVSATCOM.
European Defence Fund: EU allocates one billion euros for next-generation defence technologies
The European Commission has adopted the fifth annual Work Programme under the European Defence Fund (EDF), allocating over €1 billion to support collaborative research and development in defence.
Thales Alenia Space secures EUR 862 million ESA contract for Argonaut Lunar Lander
Thales Alenia Space, a joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), has signed an EUR 862 million contract with the European Space Agency (ESA) to develop the Argonaut Lunar Lander.
ESA and OHB sign EUR 175.5 million contract for third Copernicus CO₂ monitoring satellite
The European Space Agency (ESA) has awarded OHB System AG a €175.5 million contract for the development of a third Copernicus CO₂ Monitoring (CO₂M) satellite.