UK defence industry spending surpasses GBP 25 billion
The UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) has announced that its spending with UK industry has exceeded GBP 25 billion for the first time.
MBDA signs two partnership agreements for development projects in Greece
MBDA signed two Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with Greek companies Miltech and Altus as part of its "R&D Booster" initiative in Greece.
Kongsberg and Terma sign collaboration agreement
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace and Terma have executed an agreement reflecting the companies’ plans to develop selected areas of cooperation within defined system and service portfolios.
Lithuania increases funding for defence innovations
The Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence has announced a major enhancement to its Defence Technology Development Programme.
MBDA launches new programme to drive gender equality in the defence sector
MBDA is stepping up its commitment to improving gender imbalances across the defence sector, by launching a new programme to help professionals on a career break return to work.
Iran nears ICBM capability with recent satellite launch
Iran is approaching the capability of launching intercontinental ballistic missiles. This is according to an analysis of the recent launch of this country's spy satellite.
Work begins on new Normandy D-Day heritage centre
Construction of a new visitors’ pavilion to commemorate the D-Day landings has begun in Normandy, France, following a GBP 600,000 donation from BAE Systems.
Northrop Grumman: mobile ground station solution advances the JADC2 mission
Northrop Grumman continues to pioneer the latest mobile ground station technology for the frontline with its recently awarded Maritime Targeting Cell – Expeditionary (MTC-X) contract.
Filtronic wins a new radar contract from QinetiQ
Filtronic has been selected by QinetiQ to design and supply the full RF chain sub-system for a new radar system that will be used for land, sea, and air applications.
Ukrainian Defence Industry (UDI) to cooperate with Lithuanian technology companies
Ukrainian Defence Industry (UDI), formerly known as Ukroboronprom, has embarked on a significant initiative by forging partnerships with four Lithuanian companies.
Israel faces US pressure amid concerns over China’s involvement in key infrastructure projects
Israeli defence companies are under strict orders to avoid any contact with China on security or defence matters.
Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) ramps up orders
The Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) has reported a remarkable increase in its operational activities.