PESCO: two new maritime projects launched
Two critical projects in the maritime domain, launched under the EU’s Permanent Structured Cooperation (PESCO), have plotted a clear way ahead on the future development of their projects.
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European Union procures modern air surveillance system for the Armed Forces of Moldova
The radar system is being procured for Moldova in the framework of an aid package funded by the European Union through the European Peace Facility (EPF).
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Estonia to contribute to EU Aspides military operation in Red Sea region
The Government of Estonia decided on Estonia’s participation in the European Union’s military operation EUNAVFOR Aspides in the Red Sea region.
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EUMAM Ukraine: on track with armour
In 2024, EUMAM UA (European Union Military Assistance Mission Ukraine), the EU training mission, is starting the new year by training members of the Ukrainian armed forces to drive tracked vehicles.
“Wartime economy”: from buzzworld to reality?
Changes in European defence industrial strategies since February 2022
Latvian defence industry to expand with EU funding for ammunition production
On March 15, European Commission allocated the EUR 500 million foreseen under the European Union defence industry development regulation on supporting ammunition production.
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Industry welcomes EU leaders commitment to strengthening European defence capabilities
In a move aimed at bolstering the EU’s defence sector, the leaders have called for rapid progress on the Joint Communication on a European Defence Industrial Strategy (EDIS), a proposal initially put forth by the European Commission on 5 March. Jan Pie, Secretary General of the Aerospace, Security and Defence Industries Association
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French frigate intercepts three ballistic missiles with Aster 30 system
On March 21, the French Navy’s FREMM-class frigate Alsace, operating in the Red Sea, successfully destroyed three ballistic missiles using the Aster 30 interceptors.
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Additional military aid on track for Ukraine
Ukraine can look forward to military aid worth billions of euros as it defends itself against Russian aggression.
MBDA ENFORCER missile production proposed for funding by the European Commission
The production ramp-up for ENFORCER missiles – ENFORCER Production Increase Campaign (EPIC) – has been proposed for funding within the European Commission’s ASAP programme.
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EU financial support for increased ammunition production in Sweden
The European Commission has granted Nammo Sweden AB approximately EUR 12.2 million in support under the Act in Support for Ammunition Production (ASAP).
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Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace ASAP proposal has been selected by the European Commission
The Missile Increased Production Capacity (MIPC) project will significantly increase the production capacity of Kongsberg missiles.
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