Italian defence minister says Eurofighter Typhoon hit in overnight Houthi missile and drone strike on Saudi airbase near Mecca
An Italian Air Force Eurofighter Typhoon was hit during an overnight missile and drone attack on King Fahd Air Base in Saudi Arabia, Defence Minister Guido Crosetto said.
MBDA completes TESEO MK2/E anti-ship missile trial for Italian Navy, clearing path to production and first delivery in 2028
MBDA has completed a validation firing of its TESEO MK2/E anti-ship missile, clearing one of the final stages before the programme moves into production.
Italy and Greece sign implementing agreement for transfer of two FREMM frigates to Hellenic Navy with Fincantieri support
Italy and Greece have signed an implementing arrangement for the transfer of two Italian Navy FREMM frigates to the Hellenic Navy through Fincantieri.
Italy orders two more General Atomics MQ-9A Block 5 Reapers to strengthen Mediterranean surveillance and NATO operations from 2027
Italy has ordered two MQ-9A Block 5 Reaper remotely piloted aircraft from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems to expand its surveillance fleet.
TKMS and Fincantieri aim to establish underwater partnership by year-end and jointly pursue international naval contracts
TKMS and Fincantieri have agreed to deepen their cooperation in submarines and underwater technologies, with the two shipbuilders aiming to establish a formal partnership framework by the end of 2026.
U.S. clears potential $364 million sale of 5,031 APKWS II guidance units for Italian Eurofighters to counter airborne threats
The U.S. State Department has cleared a potential $364 million sale of 5,031 APKWS II guidance units to Italy.
Leonardo CEO says Italy is set to sign new A2CS and Panther-based main battle tank contracts in the coming months
Leonardo expects its partnership with Rheinmetall to secure two further Italian Army land-system contracts in the coming months.
Indonesia orders 12 Leonardo M-346F Block 20 aircraft as air force expands broad multi-source combat fleet modernisation programme
Indonesia has ordered 12 Leonardo M-346F Master Block 20 light combat aircraft as part of a wider modernisation of its air force.
Fincantieri strengthens U212 NFS programme with €317 million deal for new technologies, advanced support and faster deliveries
Fincantieri and OCCAR have signed an eighth contract amendment to Italy’s U212 Near Future Submarine programme, adding new technology, expanded support and a faster delivery schedule.
Portugal signs agreement with Italy for three FREMM EVO frigates under SAFE programme
Portugal has signed a state-to-state agreement with Italy for the acquisition of three FREMM EVO frigates, moving one of Lisbon’s largest naval renewal plans towards contract award.
Canada opens negotiations with Italy for Leonardo M-346 advanced jet trainers under Future Fighter Lead-In Training programme
Canada has begun negotiations with Italy to acquire a fleet of Leonardo M-346 advanced jet trainers.
ITPS Canada orders Leonardo M-346 T Block 20 aircraft to expand allied fighter pilot training
ITPS Canada has ordered six Leonardo M-346 T Block 20 advanced jet trainers to support the expansion of NATO and allied tactical fighter pilot training.