CAVS programme secures EUR 60 million EDIRPA funding for European defence cooperation
The CAVS programme has been awarded EUR 60 million in funding through the European Defence Industry Reinforcement through the common Procurement Act (EDIRPA).
EDA’s autonomous systems community hosts inaugural conference in Brussels
The European Defence Agency (EDA) hosted the first conference of its Autonomous Systems Community of Interest (ASCI) in Brussels from 13 to 14 November 2024.
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Why Europe needs a nuclear deterrent: a critical appraisal [RESEARCH PAPER]
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s unprovoked invasion of Ukraine has highlighted Europe’s security vulnerabilities and raised concerns about Moscow’s nuclear sabre-rattling, especially in the Black Sea region.
European Commission and OCCAR sign agreement to bolster EU defence cooperation
In a formal ceremony, the FFPA was co-signed by DG DEFIS Director-General Timo Pesonen and OCCAR Director Joachim Sucker, representing Executive Vice-President Margrethe Vestager.
EU allocates EUR 300 million for defence procurement projects among member states
The European Commission has approved funding for five cross-border defence procurement projects, aiming to streamline and bolster cooperation among EU Member States.
European Union nears target of supplying one million artillery shells to Ukraine
The European Union is close to fulfilling its commitment to supply Ukraine with one million artillery shells.
European shipyards sign consortium agreement to advance European Patrol Corvette project
European Patrol Corvette project aims to develop a versatile corvette platform to address a range of defence and patrol needs.
European Union extends EUMAM Ukraine training mission by two years
The Council of the European Union has officially extended the mandate of the EUMAM Ukraine for an additional two years, continuing until 15 November 2026.
Record interest in European Defence Fund as 298 proposals compete for EUR 1.1 billion in funding
The European Commission has announced a record-breaking 298 proposals for the 2024 European Defence Fund (EDF) funding round.
Milrem Robotics leads expanded consortium for advanced European military robotics in iMUGS2 project
Estonian robotics firm Milrem Robotics has submitted a proposal to the European Defence Fund for a new initiative, iMUGS2.
European Commission awards concession contract for IRIS² satellite system to SpaceRISE consortium
The IRIS² programme is designed as a public-private partnership, aiming to deploy a constellation of over 290 satellites across various orbits.
EDA charts new waters in maritime infrastructure protection
In October, maritime security experts, military leaders, and industry professionals gathered to enhance international cooperation and expertise in defending maritime infrastructure.