Romania signs over €2 billion framework deal with Rafael for air defence systems
Romania has signed a framework agreement with Israel’s Rafael Advanced Defense Systems for the procurement of SHORAD and VSHORAD air defence systems.
Leonardo demonstrates integrated air and missile defence capabilities at Formidable Shield 2025
Leonardo has successfully demonstrated its advanced integrated defence systems during NATO’s Formidable Shield 2025 exercise, held in the North Sea from 3 to 23 May.
LANDEURO 2025: U.S. general outlines strategic air defence priorities for Europe
On 16 July, U.S. Army Brigadier General Curtis King, commanding general of the 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command, addressed key air defence challenges during the LANDEURO event in Wiesbaden, Germany.
Lockheed Martin ramps up PAC-3 missile production, aims to reach 750 units annually
Lockheed Martin is ramping up production of its PAC-3 MSE surface-to-air missiles, responding to growing demand and aiming to manufacture 750 units annually by 2027.
Israel Aerospace Industries signs new contract to accelerate production of Arrow anti-ballistic interceptors
The contract follows the Arrow system’s performance during the Swords of Iron War, particularly in Operation Rising Lion, where it demonstrated critical interception capabilities.
U.S. awards $295 million contract to build air and missile defence command centre on Guam
The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded a $295 million contract to Core Tech-HDCC-Kajima LLC for the construction of a command centre that will oversee Guam’s integrated air and missile defence system.
Thales to acquire RTX’s stake in air and missile defence joint venture TRS AMDC2
Thales has entered advanced discussions to acquire RTX’s stake in the French joint-venture company Thales Raytheon Systems Air and Missile Defense Command and Control SAS (TRS AMDC2).
AN/SPY-6(V)1 air and missile defence radar: Eyes of the fleet
Designed as the Navy’s next-generation air and missile defense radar, the AN/SPY-6(V)1 is a marvel of modern engineering.
Europe’s missile defence gaps and dependence on Patriot systems highlighted by CEPA
A recent article published by the Centre for European Policy Analysis (CEPA), critiques Europe's preparedness against ballistic missile threats in light of Russia’s intensifying production.
Arrow 4 missile defence system to be deployed soon, says IAI CEO Boaz Levy
Israel is preparing to operationalise its newest missile defence system, the Arrow 4, developed jointly by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) and the U.S. Missile Defense Agency.
Zelenskyy and U.S. Special Envoy Kellogg discuss strengthening Ukraine’s air defence
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with U.S. Special Envoy General Keith Kellogg in Kyiv to discuss urgent security issues, with a strong focus on strengthening Ukraine’s air defence capabilities.
Romania to become first European country to acquire Iron Dome air defence system
Romanian Defence Minister Ionuț Moșteanu has confirmed that Romania intends to acquire the Iron Dome air defence system, as part of a broader strategy to enhance national security.