European nations collaborate on long-range precision strike capabilities
Germany, France, the United Kingdom, and other partners have committed to addressing a critical gap in long-range standoff weapon capabilities.
German-Italian tank tie-up sets sights on global markets
The partnership between Leonardo and Rheinmetall will open up new overseas markets and pave the way for greater consolidation in Europe’s defence sector.
Italian Air Force to receive 24 new Eurofighters with ECRS Mk2 radar
The Italian Defence Ministry has approved the acquisition programme for 24 new Eurofighter jets for the Italian Air Force.
Italy to potentially purchase Panther tanks, Lynx combat vehicles from Rheinmetall
Under the proposed agreement, the Italian government plans to acquire at least 350 Lynx armored fighting vehicles and over […]
Fincantieri to build fourth U212NFS submarine for Italian Navy
OCCAR has exercised an option for building the fourth new-generation submarine related to the U212NFS (Near Future Submarine) program for the Italian Navy.
Fincantieri: first steel cutting for the third U212 Near Future Submarine (NFS)
The First Steel Cutting ceremony for the third U212 Near Future Submarine (NFS) took place at Fincantieri’s Muggiano shipyard.
L3Harris expands presence in Europe with new location in Italy
L3Harris Technologies has opened a new location in Italy, marking a milestone in its expansion within Europe aimed at promoting collaboration and cross-disciplinary innovation.
Iveco – Oto Melara Consortium secures order for 28 Centauro II vehicles
The Centauro II represents the state-of-the art in terms of performance, engagement capability, mobility, interconnection and ergonomics, in addition to the proven maximum crew protection.
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Leonardo: AW609 tiltrotor successfully completes first ship trial campaign [VIDEO]
The AW609 tiltrotor programme set another major industry capability milestone after its first successful ship trial, which was recently conducted with the support of the Italian Navy.
KNDS and Leonardo abandon talks on strategic partnership
Negotiations between KNDS, a leading European manufacturer of military land systems, and Leonardo, an Italian aerospace and defence company, have officially ended without agreement.
Historic moment for FREMM programme: tenth frigate for Italian Navy launched
The Italian Navy’s tenth FREMM (Fregata Europea Multi-Missione) frigate, named "Emilio Bianchi," has been successfully launched at the Fincantieri shipyard in Riva Trigoso.
MBDA signs enhancements for Italian air defence systems based on CAMM-ER with OCCAR
The Grifo system utilizes CAMM-ER jointly developed in the United Kingdom and Italy for land and naval air defence.