IRIS²: European Union adopts space-based connectivity programme
The Council of the European Union adopted a regulation on the EU’s secure connectivity programme for 2023-2027. This is the last step in the decision-making procedure.
HENSOLDT stands ready as strong technology partner for the “Zeitenwende”
Even before the turning point (Zeitenwende) in German foreign and security policy had time to make a substantial impact on the industry, HENSOLDT once again reported significant growth.
European defence partnerships. Stronger together
European defence is built on cooperation: between NATO and the EU; between the EU and its partners; and a myriad of multilateral and bilateral defence cooperation agreements among EU Member States and beyond, writes Jan Joel Andersson, Senior Analyst at the EUISS.
Airbus wins contract from Angola for Earth observation satellite Angeo-1
Airbus Defence and Space has announced an agreement for Angeo-1, the first very high performance Angolan Earth observation satellite, to be manufactured by Airbus Defence and Space in France, which strengthens the collaboration between the two countries.
Denmark increases artillery capabilities with ATMOS and PULS systems
Israeli defence company Elbit Systems announced that it has signed two contracts to supply 155mm self-propelled howitzers and artillery rocket systems to “European NATO member country”.
When the War in Ukraine Ends…
"We are paying the price of the European Union not having an internal market for armament products, no common technical standards, no common export policy for arms," writes Klaus Welle, a member of the Martens Centre’s Academic Council).
After one year of war, the EU must create a single market for defence
Never in the EU’s 65 years of existence has the urgency for a single market for defence equipment been more evident than in the last 12 months.
Developing a European UAV. Capabilities, ambitions, and role of the European defence industry
The Eurodrone project aims to create a cutting-edge UAV system that can support a wide range of military missions and contribute to the EU's strategic autonomy.
Ursula Von der Leyen announces EU’s joint procurement of artillery ammunition for Ukraine
“We will turn to joint procurement to deliver urgent military supplies for Ukraine, such as 155mm ammunition,” said President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen.
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“With its strong focus on technologies for manned, unmanned and connected systems, NGWS/FCAS will be the most important project for the German Aerospace industry for the foreseeable future,” says Philip von der Schulenburg, Head of Defence and Security, German Aerospace Industries Association.
Pistorius: Germany is making a substantial contribution towards Europe’s military strength
Germany is working to strengthen the European pillar within NATO and enhance the EU’s military capacities and capabilities, said Boris Pistorius, Defence Minister of Germany.
Massive support to repel Russian attack: joint action by Germany and its allies
Germany has so far invested around EUR 3.3 billion in providing Ukraine with military support, says German Minister of Defence Boris Pistorius.