Germany will have the second largest fleet of helicopters in NATO
The German Air Force Chief, General Ingo Gerhartz, boasted that Germany will have the second-largest fleet of NATO helicopters with 60 CH-47F Chinooks.
Germany offers to extend deployment of Patriot air defence systems in Poland
The German government has offered to extend the deployment of German Patriot air defence systems in Poland until the end of the year.
Photonis acquires Israeli company El-Mul, leader in ion and electron detection solutions
Photonis has announced the acquisition of Israeli company El-Mul, a specialist developer and manufacturer of advanced charged particle detectors and devices.
Diehl Defence supports the Luftwaffe with a new GBAD training facility
Diehl Defence's training services in Todendorf are primarily designed for the IRIS-T SLM system.
Rheinmetall begins construction of a production plant for F-35 fuselage
The Rheinmetall plant, costing over EUR 100 million, will create over 400 jobs for qualified employees in the aviation sector and another 1,500 jobs at sub-suppliers.
Rheinmetall showcases its autonomous technology during Unmanned Ground Vehicle trials in Estonia
The Rheinmetall's Mission Master SP distinguished itself for its limited driver intervention, obstacle avoidance technology, and speed and manoeuvrability.
NFM Group tailoring the future of combat clothing in EU development programme
NFM Group has been selected with partners within the European Defense Fund (EDF) to deliver on the ARMETISS smart textile development programme.
Second Norwegian financial contribution to the European Peace Facility
Responding to Ukrainian needs, Norway dedicated the amount specifically to deliveries of ammunition and spare parts for Leopard 2 tanks.
Leonardo plays the pivotal role in European Defence Fund’s programmes
Leading European defence company Leonardo has been awarded 18 research and development projects (R&D) under the European Defence Fund (EDF).
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NATO Allies and Partners equip and train the Ukrainian Army [VIDEO]
NATO Allies and partners are equipping and training Ukrainian soldiers on air defence systems, tanks, artillery and long-range missiles, helping them to continue defending their country and retake occupied land.
Air defence: OCCAR contracts Eurosam for additional SAMP/T NG systems
The European long-range air and missile defence system has been choosen by Italian air Force.
NATO launches new Space Centre of Excellence
The NATO Space Centre of Excellence will act as a focal point for Space-related education and training, analysis and lessons learned, concept development and experimentation, as well as doctrine development and standards.