NATO launches annual nuclear exercise “Steadfast Noon” across western Europe
The exercise will involve over 60 aircraft participating in training flights across western Europe.
Sweden and Finland strengthen role in European defence through NATO integration
U.S. European Command (EUCOM) hosted high-level military discussions with Sweden and Finland to reinforce their growing roles in European defence and security as NATO’s newest members.
Europe’s new College of Commissioners: is it a turning point for European defence?
Andrius Kubilius has been nominated as the new Defence Commissioner, who will work to boost the EU’s defence investment and industrial capacity, and focus on developing the European Defence Union.
Ukraine’s share in EU arms exports rises significantly, Eurostat data shows
Ukraine's share in European Union arms and ammunition exports increased to 34.2% in the second quarter of this year, up from 19.7% in the same period last year, according to data released by Eurostat.
Aeronautics secures major contract with NATO member for Orbiter 3 drones
Israeli drone manufacturer Aeronautics has announced a significant new contract with a European NATO member to supply advanced Orbiter 3 unmanned aerial systems (UAS).
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NATO members on guard against Russian sabotage [BRIEF]
Since the beginning of this year, Russia has stepped up offensive hybrid activities against NATO countries. Russian intelligence services are increasingly recruiting proxies to carry out subversion and sabotage attacks.
NATO’s 75th anniversary summit: European defence industry expectations
A stronger EDTIB will strengthen NATO as a whole in several ways. It will allow industry to cope better and faster with NATO needs – short, medium and long term ones.
U.S. Army: first batch of armored vehicles arrives at Powidz APS-2 worksite
The construction of the Powidz APS-2 worksite represents a significant leap forward in enhancing NATO’s operational readiness and strategic capabilities on its Eastern Flank.
Safran and MTU Aero Engines to jointly develop engine for European next generation military helicopters
Safran Helicopter Engines and MTU Aero Engines have signed the cooperation agreement to create the 50/50 joint venture EURA (derived from EUropean Military Rotorcraft Engine Alliance).
Fast and FAMOUS: unique European vehicle concept unveiled to boost troop mobility and performance
The EDF FAMOUS 2 project is financed by €95 million from the EU. A total of nine participating EU member states contribute €19 million to the project.
Future of European military assistance to Ukraine at a critical juncture
Ukraine victory will require guarantees of significant increases in equipment and ammunition supplies with a mid-term perspective, as well as a new agreement on the shape of security in Europe in the long-term.
Navantia participates in six EDF 2023 projects valued at EUR 520 million
Six research and development projects in which Navantia has a role will be funded by the 2023 European Defence Fund (EDF) call, according to the selection announced by the European Commission.