U.S. and Estonian forces test counter-drone technologies during Digital Shield exercise in Estonia
United States and Estonian forces have launched Exercise Digital Shield 2026 to evaluate emerging air defence technologies on NATO’s eastern flank.
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Estonia orders 12 additional CAESAR self-propelled howitzers, strengthening defence cooperation with France
Estonian Minister of Defence Hanno Pevkur underlined the importance of the partnership, stating, “I am pleased that the Estonian Centre for Defence Investments (ECDI), the French defence procurement agency Direction générale de l’armement (DGA), and the French company KNDS have signed a contract under which Estonia will procure an additional 12 CAESAR wheeled self-propelled
Estonia to introduce medium range air defence system in 2026 amid expanded military investment plans
Estonia will strengthen its defence capabilities this year with the introduction of a medium-range air defence system, adding a new layer able to counter targets at altitudes of up to 20 kilometres, alongside upgrades to drone capabilities, increased ground firepower and naval development.
Nordic Investment Bank backs Estonian drone research facility with EUR 11.4 million loan
The Nordic Investment Bank has signed a 10-year loan agreement with Metrosert AS to finance a new Drone Technology Unit at the Applied Research Centre in Estonia.
Baltic defence ministers agree plan for joint military mobility area to speed cross-border movements
The defence ministers of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania met in Tallinn on January 30 to advance regional defence cooperation and agreed to establish a joint Military Mobility Area to streamline the movement of forces and equipment.
Estonia opens first domestic munitions plant as government expands long-term defence production
Estonia has opened its first domestic munitions production facility in almost 100 years, marking a significant step in strengthening national defence manufacturing and export potential.
U.S. Army Abrams tanks conducted live-fire exercise in Estonia to demonstrate combat readiness
A live-fire exercise by a United States tank unit was held at the Estonian Defence Forces’ central training area and concluded on December 22, confirming the unit’s combat readiness.
Hanwha Aerospace and GoCraft agree to establish local defence maintenance capabilities in Estonia
Hanwha Aerospace has signed a memorandum of understanding with GoCraft OÜ to establish a local framework for technical cooperation and maintenance in Estonia.
Estonia signs €290 million deal to acquire Chunmoo rocket artillery systems from Hanwha Aerospace
The Estonian Centre for Defence Investments (ECDI) has signed a contract with Hanwha Aerospace for the procurement of six Chunmoo multiple rocket launchers, with deliveries starting in the second half of 2027.
Estonia and Germany see strong interest in defence industry cooperation, says Pevkur in Berlin
Estonian Minister of Defence Hanno Pevkur attended a defence industry seminar and networking event in Berlin aimed at supporting Estonian defence companies in building partnerships in Germany.
Estonia prepares to open talks with the U.S. on potential purchase of additional M142 HIMARS systems
Estonian Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur said at the Halifax International Security Forum in Canada that Tallinn plans to acquire further M142 HIMARS rocket launchers.
U.S. concludes HIMARS mission in Estonia with praise for cooperation and strengthened NATO defence
The mission of B Battery, 1st Battalion, 14th Field Artillery Regiment, 75th Field Artillery Brigade, concluded in Estonia on 5 September 2025.