France: first operational deployment of the Rafale F4.1 fighter
On February 16, 2024, Rafale 4.1 fighter jet undertook its first operational mission from Mont-de-Marsan Air Base.
Enforce Tac 2024: Flagship event for the industry
From 26 to 28 February 2024, exhibitors and trade visitors will once again come together for the major industry meeting in Nuremberg, Germany.
Italian Parliament approves Leopard 2A8 procurement programme
The Italian government will allocate nearly EUR 8.5 billion for the programme to acquire 132 Leopard 2A8 tanks and 140 other vehicles.
Rheinmetall: Austria taps Skyranger air defence turret for Pandur EVO vehicles
The Skyranger 30’s breakthrough in Austria sets the stage for further advances in Europe. Orders from Germany and Denmark are expected soon.
Diehl Defence: foundation stone laid for the expansion of the location Röthenbach
In the course of growth, the number of employees at Diehl Defence will soon reach 4,000.
GOVSTACOM Conference: NSPA advocates collaborative innovation in space
Acting as a facilitator between industry and nations, NSPA ensures interoperability and fosters multinational cooperation, allowing industry to play a significant role.
EDGE Group and Fincantieri launch multi-billion euro joint venture
EDGE and Fincantieri have entered into a term sheet aimed at creating a joint venture focused on the manufacturing of a broad range of sophisticated naval vessels.
Armed Forces of Ukraine to receive more than 800 SkyRanger R70 drones from Teledyne FLIR
Built by Teledyne FLIR in Waterloo, Ontario, SkyRanger R70 drones feature autonomous navigation capability, plus advanced thermal and daytime sensors enabling them to detect and identify targets at long range.
EUNAVFOR ASPIDES: European Union launches new maritime operation in the Red Sea
The objective of this defensive maritime security operation is to restore and safeguard freedom of navigation in the Red Sea and the Gulf.
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Can European defence take off? [POLICY BRIEF]
Europe’s ability to support Ukraine militarily remains constrained, while Russia’s production capacity is surging. Europeans need to redouble their efforts if they want to affect the outcome of the war.
Jens Stoltenberg: the world is more dangerous but NATO is stronger
There is no imminent military threat to NATO but the Alliance never takes peace for granted, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said at the Munich Security Conference
Germany and Ukraine conclude security pact
Germany has concluded a long-term security pact with Ukraine and pledged further weapons worth around EUR 1.1 billion for the country’s defensive war against Russia.