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.
The U.S. State Department has cleared a potential $364 million sale of 5,031 APKWS II guidance units to Italy.
Leonardo expects its partnership with Rheinmetall to secure two further Italian Army land-system contracts in the coming months.
Indonesia has ordered 12 Leonardo M-346F Master Block 20 light combat aircraft as part of a wider modernisation of its air force.
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 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 has begun negotiations with Italy to acquire a fleet of Leonardo M-346 advanced jet trainers.
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.
Finland is hosting Imminent Field 26, a highway-based air exercise focused on dispersed flying operations and NATO’s Agile Combat Employment concept.
The Italian Ministry of Defence and F-35 industry partners Lockheed Martin and Leonardo hosted a senior-level visit to the Cameri Trivalent Industrial Hub in Italy on March 31.
Italy has signed a contract with Airbus for six A330 MRTT multi-role tanker transport aircraft, beginning the replacement of the Italian Air Force’s current aerial refuelling fleet.
The Italian Air Force’s 6th Wing has surpassed 5,000 flight hours with its Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II fighter aircraft, marking a significant milestone in the unit’s transition to fifth-generation air operations.
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