Raytheon wins $1.1 billion AIM-9X Block II missile contract to expand production for U.S. and allied forces
AIM-9X is described by Raytheon as the most advanced infrared tracking short-range air-to-air and surface-to-air missile.
Airbus and Kawasaki to study Japanese maritime Eurodrone variant with anti-submarine warfare capability
Compared with its nearest competitor, Airbus said Eurodrone offers very long flight endurance and can carry a larger mission payload.
U.S. Air Force seeks 1,000-nautical-mile next-generation missiles for China-focused air and maritime strike planning scenarios
The Air Force Long Range Weapon programme is expected to include air-to-air and air-to-surface variants.
U.S. Department of War launches Agent Network AI project to support faster battle management, decision support and targeting options
The Department of War has launched Agent Network, its second Pace-Setting Project and a key part of its Artificial Intelligence Acceleration Strategy.
Leonardo’s Vulcano-derived 155mm precision munition selected for U.S. Army ERAP long-range artillery program with GD-OTS and Diehl
The ERAP program is intended to deliver a rapid, low-risk and mature solution for the U.S. Army.
Lockheed Martin receives up to $35 billion seven-year THAAD interceptor award to quadruple missile defense production capacity
"This award reflects our shared vision with the Department of War to strengthen America's Arsenal of Freedom through a transformational shift to multiyear procurement," said Tim Cahill, president, Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control.
Ukraine says Swedish Giraffe radar family strengthens air defence detection network as Gripen contract preparations continue
The Saab radar family includes the Giraffe PS-90, PS-100, Giraffe 1X, Giraffe AMB and Giraffe Mk IV.
U.S. Air Force to integrate Boeing MQ-28 Ghost Bat with crewed fighters at Valiant Shield 2026 to advance CCA teaming
The production-representative test aircraft will take part in the exercise as the U.S. Air Force advances the operational development of Collaborative Combat Aircraft.
Romania orders Rheinmetall Skyranger 35 air defence systems on Lynx KF41 platform to strengthen NATO’s eastern flank
The order is part of a historic €5.7 billion package covering combat vehicles, vessels and air defence systems.
KNDS Deutschland delivers first modernised Leopard 2 main battle tank to Sweden’s FMV under fleet upgrade programme
The modernisation programme, known as REMO, covers Sweden’s Leopard 2 fleet and includes improved combat capability, higher protection, digitalisation measures and a logistics package.
Collaborative Combat Aircraft: General Atomics details U.S. Air Force production contract for FQ-42A uncrewed fighters
The FQ-42A is a purpose-built, uncrewed fighter developed as part of investment in next-generation semi-autonomous combat aircraft.
Australia and Canada sign $2.5 billion Arctic Over the Horizon Radar agreement with BAE Systems as industry partner
BAE Systems Australia has experience across the full lifecycle support of complex Over the Horizon Radar capabilities.