EU must boost defence production amid geopolitical threats, says von der Leyen
“We must have in mind a systemic overhaul of Europe’s defence. This is Europe’s strategic responsibility,” Ursula von der Leyen said.
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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.
EU continues providing Ukraine with modern mine-clearing machines and demining equipment
Two GCS-200 mine-clearing machines and other specialised demining equipment worth over EUR 1.8 million were handed over to the State Special Transport Service by European Union.
EDIRPA:12 proposals submitted by EU Member States and Norway
Procuring together defence capabilities: first ever call to support joint procurement of defence capabilities closes with significant interest from Member States and Norway.
EU adopts first-ever assistance measure in support of the Albanian Armed Forces
Council of the European Union adopted an assistance measure under the European Peace Facility worth €13 million to enhance the operational effectiveness of the Albanian Armed Forces.
Leonardo’s pioneering role in EU defence: Emissary and E-CUAS projects
Among the 54 projects involving companies and institutions from 26 European countries, 13 saw Leonardo’s participation.
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.
EU adopts assistance measure to support the Moldova’s air defence capabilities
EU adopted an assistance measure under the European Peace Facility (EPF) in support of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Moldova to modernise the country’s air defence capabilities.
European Union and Norway sign Defence and Security Partnerhisp
The new Security and Defence Partnership reflects the strong bilateral relations between the EU and Norway, its most closely associated partner.
European Defence Fund: Indra to lead two projects
Indra consolidates its position as a company that is co-leading the development of the next generation of European defence technologies.
EU provides Ukraine with DOK-ING MV-10 mine-clearing machines
This is the latest delivery in the framework of the European Union’s EUR 25 million support package for humanitarian demining in Ukraine announced at the EU-Ukraine Summit of February 2023.