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Pistorius visits EOS production facility in Canberra as Germany prepares high-energy laser weapon system procurement
Australian technology company Electro Optic Systems (EOS) hosted a German defence delegation at its Canberra facility on March 26, led by Boris Pistorius.

Rafael reports record 2025 results with $6.8 billion in sales and rising global demand for defence systems
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. reported record financial results for 2025, with annual sales reaching $6.8 billion and net profit rising to $423 million.

U.S. Navy launches competition for new jet trainer system to modernize pilot training for future combat aircraft
The U.S. Navy has issued a request for proposals for its Undergraduate Jet Training System, seeking new jet trainer aircraft and associated training systems.

UK receives 48th F-35B Lightning II fighter, completing first procurement batch amid ongoing capability challenges
The UK Ministry of Defence announced on March 27 that it had received its 48th Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II aircraft.

Shield AI raises $2 billion and plans acquisition of Aechelon to expand defense AI and simulation capabilities
Shield AI announced plans to raise $2 billion in new funding while pursuing the acquisition of Aechelon Technology Inc.

U.S. Navy commissioned Virginia-class submarine USS Massachusetts at Boston Harbor, expanding fleet capability
The U.S. Navy commissioned the Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Massachusetts (SSN 798) during a ceremony held March 28 at Boston Harbor.

U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford arrives in Split during ongoing deployment in Europe
The USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), the world’s largest aircraft carrier, arrived in Split after transiting the Adriatic Sea from Souda Bay, Greece.


