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.
Iranian missile and drone attack wounds U.S. personnel and damages aircraft at Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia
An Iranian attack on Prince Sultan Air Base on March 27 wounded multiple American service members and damaged several aircraft, according to people familiar with the matter.
U.S. launches over 850 Tomahawk cruise missiles in Iran conflict as Pentagon reviews stockpile and production capacity
The United States has launched more than 850 Tomahawk cruise missiles during four weeks of conflict with Iran, raising concerns among some Pentagon officials over the pace of usage.
U.S. redirects Swiss F-35 funds to Patriot air and missile defense system despite freeze on payments
The United States has redirected Swiss payments intended for F-35 fighter jets to fund the Patriot air defence system, despite Switzerland’s decision to freeze payments for the programme.
U.S. Air Force increases bomber deployment at RAF Fairford to 21 aircraft as B-1B fleet expands for Iran operations
Three additional B-1B Lancer bombers arrived at RAF Fairford in the United Kingdom on March 26, increasing the total number of U.S. bombers at the base to 21.
Northrop Grumman accelerates Sentinel missile silo prototype development with U.S. Air Force to support deployment
Northrop Grumman, in collaboration with the U.S. Air Force, is accelerating prototyping of the Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile launch silo.
USS Nimitz aircraft carrier deploys to Southern Seas exercise as U.S. Navy extends service life to 2027
The USS Nimitz has been deployed to participate in the 11th edition of the Southern Seas 2026 exercise.
Rolls-Royce Power Systems secures major contract to supply mtu PowerPacks for Puma infantry fighting vehicles
Rolls-Royce Power Systems has secured one of the largest defence contracts in its history, covering the supply of around 200 mtu PowerPacks for the German Armed Forces’ Puma infantry fighting vehicle.
Hanwha Ocean: KSS-III submarine departs for Canada, showcasing long-range capability ahead of joint naval exercise
Hanwha Ocean has deployed a KSS-III submarine to Canada, marking a milestone in defence cooperation between Canada and the Republic of Korea.
MBDA doubles missile production and plans €5 billion investment to strengthen European defence capabilities
MBDA has announced a significant expansion in missile production and investment as demand for advanced weapons systems increases across Europe.