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HMS Dauntless strengthens Anglo-French naval cooperation in Exercise Sky Shark

The Royal Navy’s HMS Dauntless joined forces with the French Navy in the eastern Atlantic to defend Europe’s western coast during Exercise Sky Shark.

Raytheon, a business under RTX, has been awarded a USD 525 million contract by the U.S. Navy to produce ESSM Block 2 missiles and spares. These missiles will be supplied to both the U.S. Navy and allied nations as part of a cooperative defence effort.

U.S. Department of Defense signs USD 439 million deal with RTX for ESSM missiles

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The United States Department of Defence has announced a new agreement with RTX Corporation to continue the production and supply of the RIM-162 ESSM guided anti-aircraft missiles.

France, Belgium, Cyprus, Estonia and Hungary have signed a framework co-operation arrangement for the joint acquisition of the Mistral 3 ground-based air defence system on 19 June.

EU approves joint procurement of Mistral 3 air defence missiles led by France

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The European Commission has selected a joint procurement project for Mistral 3 missiles, led by France, as one of five initiatives approved on 14 November 2024.

The Norwegian government has announced its decision to provide Ukraine with a Norwegian Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS) air defence support package, aimed at bolstering Ukraine's defence capabilities. The package includes two launchers, two fire control centers, and spare parts.

NASAMS air defence system donated by Canada arrives in Ukraine

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A National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS), donated by Canada, has arrived in Ukraine to strengthen the country’s air defence capabilities.

The multinational Air Defence Exercise (ADEX) Mallet Strike 2/24 took place at the Lohtaja firing and training area in Finland from 12 to 21 November 2024. The exercise brought together 1,300 personnel from Finland, the United States, Sweden, and Norway, demonstrating NATO's commitment to strengthening Allied interoperability and air defence capabilities.

Mallet Strike 2/24: advancing multinational air defence preparedness in Finland

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The multinational Air Defence Exercise (ADEX) Mallet Strike 2/24 took place at the Lohtaja firing and training area in Finland from 12 to 21 November 2024.

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace has signed a NOK 12 billion (approximately EUR 1.02 billion) contract with the Dutch government to supply NASAMS and NOMADS air defence systems. The agreement was formalised on 21 November 2024 and forms part of the Netherlands' broader CITADEL programme for integrated air and missile defence.

Kongsberg secures contract to deliver NASAMS and NOMADS systems to the Netherlands

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Kongsberg has signed a contract with the Dutch government to supply NASAMS and NOMADS air defence systems.

The Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency (NDMA) and Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace have signed a contract to double the spare parts inventory for the Norwegian Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS). This agreement will ensure the safe and efficient operation of Norway’s new NASAMS systems over the long term by expanding the availability of critical components.

Norway doubles NASAMS spare parts inventory to boost air defence readiness

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The Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency (NDMA) and Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace have signed a contract to double the spare parts inventory for NASAMS system.

On November 30, the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Latvia and Diehl Defence signed a purchase order on the procurement of the IRIS-T SLM medium-range air defence system. For Latvia, it is the biggest defence investment since its independence more than 30 years ago

EU approves joint procurement of IRIS-T SLM air defence system under project JAMIE

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The successful deployment with high effectiveness of the IRIS-T SLM systems in Ukraine underlines the importance of this modern system for European air defence in the medium-range layer.

The Portuguese Army is set to enhance its very short-range air defence (VSHORAD) capabilities through a new agreement with Thales, facilitated by the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA). The deal will see the delivery of the ForceShield system, which is designed to protect against a variety of airborne threats and improve operational readiness.

Air defence: Portugal orders ForceShield VSHORAD system from Thales

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The Portuguese Army is set to enhance its very short-range air defence (VSHORAD) capabilities through a new agreement with Thales.

The Swedish Armed Forces have carried out live-fire exercises on Gotland with the upgraded RBS 70 air defence system. The exercises marked the first deployment of the improved system by Gotland's air defence company, highlighting its enhanced capabilities in the defence of the strategic island.

Swedish Armed Forces conduct live-fire training with upgraded RBS 70 on Gotland [VIDEO]

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The Swedish Armed Forces have carried out live-fire exercises on Gotland with the upgraded RBS 70 air defence system.

QinetiQ Germany has achieved a significant milestone with the successful demonstration of the Rheinmetall Delta B15 target drone in Todendorf. This marks the initial phase of the German Uncrewed Aerial Training Services (ATS) programme, aimed at enhancing the capabilities of the German Armed Forces in ground-based air defence.

QinetiQ Germany: successful demonstration of Rheinmetall Delta B15 target drone

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QinetiQ Germany has achieved a significant milestone with the successful demonstration of the Rheinmetall Delta B15 target drone in Todendorf.

The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) has announced that Sweden has joined a coalition of nations, including Germany, the Netherlands, Romania, and Spain, to procure up to 1,000 Patriot Guidance Enhanced Missiles (GEM-T). This collaborative effort aims to bolster air defence capabilities across Europe, addressing threats from cruise missiles, ballistic missiles, and enemy aircraft.

Sweden joins NATO coalition for enhanced Patriot GEM-T missile procurement

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The NATO Support and Procurement Agency has announced that Sweden has joined a coalition of nations to procure up to 1,000 Patriot Guidance Enhanced Missiles (GEM-T).