Finland orders more 6×6 armoured vehicles from Patria
The Finnish Defence Forces purchases more Patria 6x6 armoured vehicles by redeeming the additional purchase option related to the agreement signed in June 2023.
Hanwha: Arion-SMET successfully completes comparative test with US military
Hanwha’s multipurpose unmanned ground vehicle (UGV), the Arion-SMET, has completed a week-long field test conducted by the US Marine Corps and US Army.
Latvian company EMJ Metals certified by Patria for armoured vehicle hull production
EMJ Metals, a company based in Latvia, has received certification from Finnish military vehicle manufacturer Patria for producing hulls of the 6x6 armored vehicles.
Lithuania receives new 120mm mortars from Rheinmetall Expal Munitions
The Lithuanian Armed Forces have significantly bolstered their artillery with the recent acquisition of advanced 120mm mortars.
Astor Defence expands with new production facility
"Our new state of the art capabilities will enable us to carry out all required testing in house plus all our manufacturing will now take place in the UK," says Henry Turnbull, Managing Director of Astor Defence.
US Army demonstrates HIMARS capabilities in Estonia
US Army recently conducted a live-fire exercise in Estonia, showcasing the M142 High-Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) to NATO’s multinational troops.
Spain awards TESS Defence contract for multipurpose tracked vehicles
The Spanish Ministry of Defence has officially awarded TESS Defence a contract for the design and manufacture of the Vehículo de Apoyo a Cadenas (VAC), a multipurpose tracked vehicle.
Lithuanian Armed Forces receive more JLTVs from US
The Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence has announced the delivery of the final batch of 50 Oshkosh JLTV military vehicles from the United States.
Finland enhances military fleet with new Sisu GTP 4×4 off-road vehicles
Finland is set to bolster its military fleet with the addition of 13 Sisu GTP 4x4 off-road vehicles, following the authorization by Defence Minister Antti Häkkänen.
UK to lead NATO’s 2024 rapid response force
From 1 January 2024, the United Kingdom’s 7th Light Mechanised Brigade will lead NATO’s rapid reaction force.
Lithuanian public shows strong support for German brigade stationing
A recent public opinion poll conducted by Spinter Research has revealed strong support among Lithuanian citizens for the deployment of German military personnel in Lithuania.
EODH secures contract for Puma vehicle protection modules
Krauss-Maffei Wegmann (KMW)has signed a contract with Greek manufacturer EODH for the production of protection modules for the Puma infantry fighting vehicle.