THUNDART: France’s new long-range rocket artillery system set for demonstration firings in 2026
MBDA and Safran Electronics & Defense have announced that demonstration firings of the new THUNDART artillery system are scheduled for mid-2026.
Sweden and Ukraine sign Letter of Intent paving way for major Gripen fighter jet cooperation
Sweden and Ukraine have taken a significant step towards deeper defence cooperation following the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) on air capabilities by Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Northrop Grumman, LIG Nex1 strengthen Korea’s missile defence shield with IBCS integration
Northrop Grumman Corporation and LIG Nex1 have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance the Republic of Korea’s air and missile defence capabilities.
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Israel Aerospace Industries unveils LAHAT ALPHA missile with 20km+ range capability [VIDEO]
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has launched LAHAT ALPHA, the newest member of its LAHAT laser-homing anti-tank missile family.
TKMS lists on Frankfurt Stock Exchange: strong market debut for leading German maritime defence company
TKMS is Europe’s only fully integrated system provider for maritime defence, combining expertise in submarines, surface vessels, unmanned systems, electronics, sensors, and software.
Germany plans to order 15 more F-35 fighters for €2.5 billion from U.S. defence giant Lockheed Martin – Pistorius
German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius intends to order an additional 15 F-35 fighter jets from U.S. manufacturer Lockheed Martin.
Belgium and Netherlands sign agreement to acquire NASAMS air defence systems for regional airspace protection
Belgium and the Netherlands have reached an agreement in principle to jointly acquire Norwegian NASAMS air defence systems.
AIRO Group and Bullet to launch joint venture bringing Ukraine’s interceptor drones to U.S. and NATO
Bullet’s fixed-wing interceptor drone platform is capable of reaching speeds up to 300 mph (450 km/h), with a flight range of 200 km and payload capacities between 2.5 and 9 kg. I
Kongsberg Discovery and Aker Solutions launch drone detection demonstrator in Stavanger
Kongsberg Discovery and Aker Solutions have begun a phased rollout of a drone detection system, starting with a demonstrator at Aker Solutions’ site in Stavanger.
EU unveils Defence Readiness Roadmap 2030 to strengthen joint capabilities and protect Europe
Defence Readiness Roadmap 2030 aims to help Member States close capability gaps and invest in areas where joint action adds the most value.
Australia ends E-7A Wedgetail NATO mission supporting aid delivery to Ukraine under Operation Kudu
Australia has concluded its deployment of a Royal Australian Air Force E-7A Wedgetail aircraft to support NATO efforts delivering humanitarian and military aid to Ukraine.
General Atomics tests Long Range Maneuvering Projectile to boost precision artillery capability
General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) has successfully tested its Long Range Maneuvering Projectile (LRMP) at the U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground, firing multiple rounds from an M777 howitzer.