ARCA Baltics Operations to invest €300 million in Kiviõli ammunition factory as Estonia targets production start in 2028
The Estonian Centre for Defence Investments has confirmed plans for a major ammunition production facility in North Kiviõli.
Estonia orders additional HIMARS systems from Lockheed Martin, expanding strike capability and industry investment
The Estonian Centre for Defence Investments has signed a contract with Lockheed Martin for the procurement of three additional HIMARS multiple rocket systems.
Italian Eurofighters conclude NATO Baltic Air Policing mission in Estonia after two consecutive rotations
The NATO has confirmed the conclusion of an Italian Air Force deployment supporting Baltic Air Policing operations in Estonia.
Lockheed Martin to establish HIMARS sustainment centre in Estonia to support Baltic defence cooperation
Lockheed Martin will establish a HIMARS sustainment centre in Estonia following an agreement with the Estonian government, aimed at supporting all three Baltic states.
Milrem Robotics and PGZ partner to advance unmanned defence systems and strengthen regional industrial cooperation
Milrem Robotics and Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore cooperation in advanced defence technologies and strengthen industrial ties between Estonia and Poland.
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.
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 […]
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.