Aster B1NT missile achieves successful long-range qualification in joint European test
A second successful firing of the Aster B1 New Technology (B1NT) missile was conducted on 30 July 2025 at the DGA Essais de Missiles test range, marking a major milestone for European air defence.
Eurosam and Naviris advance Horizon-class frigates upgrade to production phase
Defence industry partners Naviris and eurosam have successfully completed the Critical Design Review (CDR) for the Horizon Mid-Life Upgrade (MLU) Programme.
Saudi Arabia reportedly favouring Türkiye’s Aselsan to provide air defence system for NEOM mega-city
According to Intelligence Online, Aselsan may take the lead in providing the defence solution, potentially replacing the European missile manufacturer MBDA.
Successful Factory Acceptance Test for French Air Force’s first SAMP/T NG GF 300 MRI radar
The Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) for the first serial GF 300 MRI radar, developed by Thales for the French Air Force, has been successfully completed.
European defence industry to boost production of Aster 15 and Aster 30 missiles
OCCAR has signed Amendment 15 to the FSAF-PAAMS Sustainment & Enhancement (S&E) Contract, increasing and accelerating the production of Aster missiles.
France awards EUR 600 million air defence contracts to Thales, MBDA, and KNDS France
he French Defence Procurement Agency (DGA) has awarded contracts worth €600 million to Thales, MBDA France, and KNDS France for new surface-to-air defence (DSA) and anti-drone (LAD) systems.
SAMP/T NG air defence system: successful test of Aster 30 B1NT interceptor
The SAMP/T NG system, which utilises this advanced missile, is designed to provide enhanced protection for the French Air Force, Italian Army, and Air Force.
France orders seven additional SAMP/T NG air defence systems
Eurosam, the Franco-Italian joint venture responsible for the development of the SAMP/T NG system, has been a leader in air defence for over 35 years.
SAMP/T NG: a new European system for the multi-layered air defence
The SAMP/T NG air defence system provides the ability to engage air threats at long range while offering an autonomous capability against ballistic missiles.
SAMP/T NG: second Leonardo’s Kronos GM HP Radar passes Factory Acceptance Tests
The Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) for the second Kronos GM HP radar, a key component of the SAMP/T NG air defence system, have been successfully completed.
Eurosam to produce more Aster 30 air defence missiles for Italy
Eurosam, a joint venture of MBDA and Thales, will produce a new batch of Aster 30 air defence missiles for Italy.
Eurosam selects Thales radars for Horizon-class air defence frigates
Eurosam and Thales signed a contract for the delivery and installation of four SMART-L MM/N radars to be installed on two French and two Italian Horizon class frigates.