Embraer delivers first C-390 Millennium transport aircraft to Czech Air Force
The delivery came just 20 months after the Czech Republic signed its acquisition agreement with the Brazilian manufacturer.
Sikorsky pursues European production line for NATO Next Generation Rotorcraft programme
The NGRC programme is aimed at developing a medium-class, multi-role rotorcraft to replace medium multi-role helicopters now in service.
Lockheed Martin Ventures opens London office, targets at least $100 million for U.K. and European defense startups and allied supply chains
“We are reaching even deeper into the investing ecosystem, meeting our potential partners where they are,” said Chris Moran, vice president and general manager, Lockheed Martin Ventures.
U.S. Air Force live-fire test of Anduril YFQ-44A CCA advances semi-autonomous fighter drone program with AIM-120 launch
“This live-fire test is an important next step in the development of Collaborative Combat Aircraft,” said Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Kenneth S. Wilsbach.
Northrop Grumman and Airbus sign agreement to support planned MQ-4C Triton expansion for NATO ISR Force
Northrop Grumman said the planned partnerships build on more than a decade of cooperation around NATO’s current RQ-4D Phoenix fleet.
Raytheon’s NGSRI missile demonstration marks key step in U.S. Army effort to replace Stinger air defence system
The Army’s NGSRI program is intended to field a short-range missile that can be launched from either a vehicle or a shoulder-fired system.
General Atomics Europe expands Nordholz site to strengthen Bundeswehr aviation sustainment and future MQ-9B SeaGuardian support
The Nordholz project forms part of General Atomics Europe’s long-term growth strategy.
Northrop Grumman expands Utah site for Sentinel ICBM work as U.S. advances strategic deterrence programme
The company said the investment will support the next-generation strategic deterrent program while adding hundreds of high-paying jobs.
Helsing selects West Virginia for first U.S. factory to produce AI-enabled HX-2 strike drones at scale
The HX-2 is already combat-proven in Ukraine, where Helsing said thousands of systems have been deployed to the front lines.
GE Aerospace CT7-2E1 engines selected for Leonardo AW149 helicopters as UK advances New Medium Helicopter program
The AW149 will become the UK’s new medium helicopter, bringing Leonardo’s latest-generation multi-role battlefield capability into service.
European industry joins Freya anti-ballistic missile programme as coalition moves to build shared missile defence capability
Zelenskyy said Europe has the potential to become a global producer of high-quality anti-ballistic systems without political dependence.
Citi joins NATO initiative to mobilise private capital for defence production, industrial resilience and military technology across allied economies
Citi said the initiative reflects the need to connect higher defence budgets with industrial capacity.