In the defense sector, many systems such as aircraft, naval platforms, and radar systems cannot be physically displayed at exhibitions due to size, transportation costs, and security or regulatory restrictions.
BWX Technologies has received contracts worth more than $1.4 billion under the U.S. Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program.
Northrop Grumman has begun flight testing of its XRQ-73 SHEPARD hybrid-electric uncrewed aircraft at Edwards Air Force Base, California.
Rheinmetall reported higher sales and earnings for the first quarter of 2026, supported by continued demand for defence equipment and the integration of its new Naval Systems segment.
Hensoldt has reported strong growth for the first quarter of 2026, with order intake more than doubling year-on-year to EUR 1.483 billion.
BAE Systems has opened a new 150,000-square-foot addition to its campus in Endicott, New York, aimed at expanding development and manufacturing capabilities for high-voltage energy storage systems.
United States Space Force has accelerated the deployment and operational employment of the Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability, known as DARC, in response to growing threats in orbit from increasing numbers of man-made objects and potential adversary activities.
Aselsan has introduced a new range of electronic warfare and counter-unmanned aerial vehicle systems during SAHA 2026 in Istanbul.
RTX subsidiary Raytheon has received a contract from Blue Raven to produce 120 SharpSight radars, marking the largest single order for the system to date.
L3Harris Technologies has been selected to provide an advanced ship management system for the Polish Navy’s new Miecznik-class frigates.
A model of the Yıldırımhan ballistic missile was presented during the SAHA 2026 defence industry exhibition held in Istanbul from May 5 to 9.
Anduril Industries is leading a team of industry partners to develop space-based interceptor capabilities for the U.S. Space Force under the Golden Dome for America initiative.
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