Lockheed Martin UK reaches highest MOD cyber certification level, setting early benchmark for defense supply-chain security
The certification is the highest tier in the UK Ministry of Defence program.
NATO expands Neptune Strike into High North and North Atlantic to strengthen allied multi-domain integration and deterrence
NATO will conduct Neptune Strike 26-3 from 17 to 23 July 2026, bringing together Allied maritime, air, land and multinational forces.
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.
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.
NATO ISR Force supports Belgian MQ-9B deployment to Sigonella during Alliance maritime surveillance missions
The NATO Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Force supported the temporary deployment of a Belgian MQ-9B remotely piloted aircraft to Italian Air Force Base Sigonella between April and July 2026.
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.
Anduril secures first NATO contract as NCIA selects Lattice for allied air command-and-control data platform evaluation
Anduril Industries has secured its first NATO contract after the NATO Communications and Information Agency selected its Lattice software for the Enhanced Air Command and Control Data Platform initiative.
NATO launches Front Door and Engine initiatives to connect industry with procurement needs and expand Allied production capacity
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has launched two new initiatives intended to strengthen transatlantic defence industrial cooperation and speed up the delivery of military capabilities.
Nokia and NestAI develop AI-enabled defence capabilities for contested environments with resilient connectivity under NATO requirements
Nokia Defense and NestAI are advancing their technology partnership to develop AI-enabled defence capabilities for contested and communications-denied environments.
NATO Allies to invest more than $40 billion in counter-drone systems and expand drone operator training
NATO Allies announced on 7 July 2026 that they will invest more than $40 billion in counter-drone capabilities over the next five years.
NSPA awards Diehl Defence contract for Vulcano 155mm guided ammunition to strengthen NATO long-range strike capability
The NATO Support and Procurement Agency has awarded Diehl Defence a contract for the procurement of Vulcano 155mm guided ammunition.
Ukraine says NATO summit brings more than $300 million for Patriot missiles, drone deals and expanded defence industry cooperation
Ukraine said agreements reached at the 36th NATO Summit in Ankara will strengthen its air defence, expand joint defence production and mobilise additional financing for defence projects.