U.S. Army to launch competition for next-generation self-propelled howitzer
The United States Army is set to initiate a competition for a next-generation self-propelled howitzer, aiming to enhance its long-range artillery capabilities.
KNDS France delivers first batch of CAESAR artillery systems to the Estonian Defence Forces
The Estonian Defence Forces (EDF) have taken delivery of the first batch of CAESAR MK1 155 mm self-propelled howitzers.
Israeli company Plasan Sasa to supply armour packages for K9 Thunder howitzers
Israeli defence company Plasan Sasa has secured a contract from Hanwha Aerospace to provide additional armour packages for K9 Thunder self-propelled howitzers.
Germany officially hands over cutting-edge RCH 155 artillery system to Ukraine
The RCH 155 (Remote Controlled Howitzer 155 mm) combines the firepower of the Panzerhaubitze 2000 howitzer with the mobility of the GTK Boxer armoured vehicle.
Rheinmetall secures EUR 21 million order for artillery ammunition
German defence contractor Rheinmetall has announced a EUR 21 million contract to supply 155mm M107 artillery ammunition to an international customer.
German defence minister announces additional RCH 155 howitzers for Ukraine
During the Ukraine Contact Group meeting on 9 January at Ramstein, German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius reaffirmed Germany’s commitment to providing Ukraine with additional RCH 155 self-propelled howitzers.
Lithuanian companies and Rheinmetall form joint venture to build artillery ammunition factory
Germany’s defence giant Rheinmetall has solidified its partnership with Lithuania through a joint venture to establish a cutting-edge 155mm artillery ammunition production plant in Baisogala.
Poland’s HSW to deliver Krab artillery systems under EUR 2.1 billion defence contract
Polish defence company Huta Stalowa Wola (HSW), a subsidiary of state-owned defence holding PGZ Group, is set to produce additional Krab 155mm self-propelled howitzers.
Larsen & Toubro secures major defence contract for K9 Vajra-T artillery systems
Larsen & Toubro (L&T), a prominent player in India’s defence sector, has secured a significant contract from the Ministry of Defence for the supply of K9 Vajra-T self-propelled artillery systems.
Lithuanian Armed Forces conducts HIMARS training with U.S. Army collaboration
Lithuanian Land Force personnel are undergoing intensive rocket artillery training at Grafenwoehr Base in Germany from December 15 to 21.
U.S. approves USD 130 million sale of Northrop Grumman PGK fuzes to Norway
The U.S. State Department approved a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Norway, including M1156A1 Precision Guidance Kit (PGK) multi-option fuzes.
Rheinmetall secures EUR 9 million deal to supply Ukraine with 155mm artillery propellant charges
German defence manufacturer Rheinmetall has secured a contract with the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence to supply 155mm artillery propellant charge modules.