Leonardo’s technological leadership at the service of EU common defence
Leonardo reaffirms its position as a global leader in the Aerospace, Defence and Security industries
Gripen fighter aerial refueling test campaign initiated
On 4 October, the Multinational MRTT Fleet initiated the Saab Gripen Air-to-Air Refuelling (AAR) test campaign to enable the fleet to fly future AAR missions with the Gripen fighter.
Thales to deliver handheld IMBITR radios for US Army’s Leader Radio Program
Thales has been awarded its fifth order, valued at $100M to deliver 4,000 handheld Improved Multiband Inter/Intra Team Radios (IMBITR) for the US Army’s Leader Radio Program.
THOR-ER team completes historic ramjet missile test
The tests clearly show the viability of ramjet propulsion technology, and demonstrate that massive range increases are realistic.
WB Group: FONET MK2 and SILENT NETWORK debuts at AUSA 2022
For the first time the WB Group presented the FONET MK2 digital vehicle communication platform and the SILENT NETWORK low-emission military communication system at AUSA 2022.
Rheinmetall supplying the Czech Republic with Leopard 2 MBTs and Büffel ARV
Under the German government’s “Ringtausch” equipment exchange programme, Rheinmetall will soon be supplying the Czech Republic with main battle tanks and other military hardware.
BAE Systems delivers upgraded CV90s with brand new turret to the Netherlands
The first newly-upgraded CV90 IFV for the Royal Netherlands Army was recently unveiled during a rollout ceremony at the BAE Systems Hägglunds facility.
Germany to ‘quickly’ send air defence systems to Ukraine
Germany is set to deliver the first of four high-tech air defense systems within "days."
Israeli satellites can boost defence capabilities of European countries
In recent weeks some European countries have asked for information about Israeli nano- and microsatellites.
Estonia is sending Ukraine ammunition and equipment
Estonian defence minister is submitting the next military aid package to the government, which will include artillery ammunition, winter uniforms and personal protective equipment.
The SE Mediterranean region as a new focal point for the European defence
The EU must rearrange its defence profile and use the Mediterranean security capability as a strategic starting point.
US Army’s newest air defense brigade headquarters activates in Germany
The 52nd Air Defense Artillery Brigade headquarters was activated on 5th October in Sembach, Germany.