American Rheinmetall expands rubber product portfolio following acquisition of Loc Performance
American Rheinmetall has announced an expansion of its rubber product portfolio, strengthening its position in the U.S. industrial and defence sectors.
Royal Air Force conducts long-range operations in Indo-Pacific during Operation Hightower
The Royal Air Force (RAF) has commenced long-range air operations under Operation Hightower, showcasing its ability to project air power globally from the UK Carrier Strike Group.
ING and international banks back new defence bank to support NATO and allied spending goals
ING is one of five international banks supporting the newly launched Defence, Security and Resilience Bank (DSRB), a multilateral financial institution established to help NATO countries and their allies fund defence and security projects.
Shield AI’s V-BAT supports border security and emergency missions in Eastern Europe with Frontex
Shield AI, a US-based defence technology company, has confirmed the successful deployment of its V-BAT unmanned aircraft system (UAS) in Eastern Europe.
Switzerland to proceed with F-35 and Patriot air defence system purchase despite U.S. tariffs
Switzerland will go ahead with its planned purchase of F-35 fighter jets and the Patriot missile defence system from the United States, despite the recent imposition of 39% tariffs on Swiss imports by Washington.
Motorola Solutions acquires Silvus Technologies to expand mission-critical network capabilities
Motorola Solutions has finalised its acquisition of Silvus Technologies Holdings Inc., a specialist in mission-critical mobile ad-hoc networks (MANET).
Rheinmetall H1 2025: strong growth continues – sales up 24%, backlog reaches €63 billion
Düsseldorf-based Rheinmetall AG has reported a significant increase in revenue and earnings for the first half of fiscal year 2025, supported by a robust rise in defence sales and growing international demand.
Lockheed Martin advances Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) to strengthen U.S. missile defence
Lockheed Martin has announced significant progress in the development of the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI), a cutting-edge missile defence system aimed at protecting the United States.
BAE Systems to fast-track advanced AMPV upgrades with new capability kits and partnerships
BAE Systems has announced a new phase of investment into the Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV), aimed at delivering rapid capability kit installations and mission-ready effectors for U.S. forces.
Anduril delivers Altius loitering munitions to Taiwan in first rapid defence deployment
Anduril Industries has delivered its first batch of Altius loitering munitions to Taiwan, signalling an increased commitment to the island’s defence capabilities.
Spain rejects Lockheed Martin F-35 in favour of Eurofighter and FCAS programme options
Spain has officially dropped the U.S.-built F‑35 from its fighter jet replacement programme, according to a report by El País on 6 August.
THEON acquires Germany’s Kappa Optronics in €75 million deal to expand electro-optics portfolio
Theon International Plc (THEON) has announced the acquisition of 100% of Kappa Optronics GmbH (KAPPA), a Germany-based specialist in aviation and land optronics, for an enterprise value of €75 million.