European Commission approves SAFE defence funding plans for Czechia and France
The European Commission has approved national defence plans for Czechia and France under the Security Action for Europe initiative.
MARTE: European main battle tank programme marks midterm progress as development moves to design phase
The European MARTE programme to develop a next-generation main battle tank has reached a key midterm milestone, Rheinmetall said.
EDA launches VLEO-DEF programme to design Europe’s first military satellite concept for Very Low Earth Orbit
The European Defence Agency (EDA) has signed a €15.65 million research contract with a European industry consortium to explore military satellite operations in Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO).
OHB secures ESA contract to build RAMSES spacecraft for rapid asteroid Apophis mission and strengthen Europe’s planetary defence
The German space company OHB has secured a contract worth €81.2 million from the European Space Agency to develop the RAMSES spacecraft for the upcoming Apophis asteroid mission.
Airbus Helicopters selected by European Defence Agency to expand Capa-X drone capabilities under M2UAS project
Airbus Helicopters, through its subsidiary Survey Copter, has been selected by the European Defence Agency (EDA) for the Multi Mission Unmanned Aircraft System (M2UAS) project.
EIF commits €50 million to Join Capital Fund III to support European deeptech and dual-use innovation in defence and space
The European Investment Fund (EIF), part of the European Investment Bank Group, has announced a €50 million commitment to Join Capital’s third venture capital fund.
Navantia and Fincantieri to establish joint venture for European Patrol Corvette programme
Navantia and Fincantieri have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to jointly coordinate and execute the European Patrol Corvette (EPC) project.
European Commission unveils Action Plan on Drone and Counter-Drone Security to boost EU defence readiness
On February 11, the European Commission published its Action Plan on Drone and Counter-Drone Security, setting out a united approach against threats posed by malicious drones.
GMV awarded EU contract to lead GOVSATCOM hub as secure communications system becomes operational
The European Union has activated GOVSATCOM, its Governmental Satellite Communications Programme, marking what it describes as a decisive step towards strategic autonomy in space and reduced reliance on foreign suppliers for critical communications.
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Ursula von der Leyen at Munich Security Conference calls for independent and stronger Europe [VIDEO]
At the Munich Security Conference 2026, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Europe must take greater responsibility for its own security and prosperity.
Diehl Defence-led BEAST consortium launches EU-funded concept study on future short-range missile systems
Diehl Defence said the BEAST project consortium has formally launched work on a concept study for advanced European air-to-air missiles after winning a 2024 European Defence Fund call in summer 2025.
Industry leaders urge European defense focus at EDA conference amid procurement, governance, and security debates
European Defence Agency’s annual conference heard calls for a stronger “European preference” in defense procurement, with industry leaders arguing it should not be viewed as protectionism.