OCCAR completes Factory Acceptance Tests for third Kronos GM HP radar
OCCAR has announced the successful completion of Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) for the third Kronos GM HP radar, a key component of the FSAF-PAAMS SAMP/T NG system.
Italy approves EUR 8.2 billion investment in new tanks and army upgrades, Reuters reports
Italy's parliamentary committee has given the green light to a substantial defence initiative, approving an EUR 8.2 billion plan to acquire new-generation tanks and modernise its army’s ground forces.
New player in European tank production: Leonardo and Rheinmetall establish joint venture
Leonardo and Rheinmetall have decided to establish a joint venture aiming at forming a new European nucleus for the development and production of military combat vehicles in Europe.
Leonardo unveils BriteStorm: an electronic warfare solution to suppress air defence systems
Leonardo has launched a new product, called ‘BriteStorm’, that will allow armed forces to operate deep within enemy territory.
Leonardo: the new AW249 in the air for the first operational exercise
One of the Italian Army’s new AW249 exploration and escort helicopters participated for the first time in an operational exercise, Stella Alpina 2024, held on 18 September at Lake Fedaia (Trento, Italy).
Stefano Pontecorvo: the EU should remove constraints on military spending to meet NATO requests
A Eurobond for Europe's Defence and Security: this is the proposal by Stefano Pontecorvo, Chairman of Leonardo, to support the investments needed to consolidate the European industry.
Lorenzo Mariani: more EU funds for defence and forward with alliances and acquisitions
Europe must increase defence spending to at least 2% of GDP and promote a common defence strategy to be globally competitive.
Leonardo only bidder for UK’s New Medium Helicopter programme with AW149 proposal
The deadline for submitting bids for the UK Ministry of Defence's New Medium Helicopter (NMH) programme passed on 30 August, with only one of the three invited manufacturers submitting a proposal.
Austria considers purchase of M-346 jets from Leonardo, says Tanner
Austrian Defence Minister Klaudia Tanner has directed a review of the potential purchase of M-346 jets from the Italian company Leonardo.
Leonardo and Rheinmetall to finalise ground systems joint venture by end of September
The CEO of Leonardo Roberto Cingolani, has announced that the company aims to finalise a joint venture with the German company Rheinmetall by the end of September.
Italian Navy orders fourth Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) from Orizzonte Sistemi Navali
Orizzonte Sistemi Navali (OSN) has received notification from the Italian Navy that it has exercised its option for the construction of the fourth next-generation patrol vessel and the related logistical support.
Orizzonte Sistemi Navali contract for two FREMM EVO frigates for the Italian Navy
The Italian Navy will be able to rely on two new FREMM frigates ensuring high operational performance, with state-of-the-art technology and cutting-edge systems.