OCCAR: Akeron LP anti-tank missile test advances MAST-F programme with successful firing at French DGA test site
A new Akeron LP missile firing has been successfully conducted at the Île du Levant test site operated by DGA Essais de Missiles.
Rafale interceptions of Iranian drones drive rapid consumption of MICA missiles, report says
France has reportedly grown concerned about the rapid consumption of air-to-air missiles by its fighter aircraft during operations against Iranian drones in the Middle East.
Indra boosts Meteor missile datalink to extend range, coverage and resistance to modern countermeasures
Indra said it has unveiled a demonstrator for a new datalink designed to enhance the range, coverage and resistance to countermeasures of the Meteor air-to-air missile, one of the most advanced weapons of its kind in service.
Italy begins delivery and acceptance of SAMP/T NG and GRIFO air defence systems for army modernisation
Italy’s Ministry of Defence has announced the start of the delivery and acceptance process for the SAMP/T NG and GRIFO air defence systems.
MBDA signs first One Way Effector contract with France’s DGA, marking rapid progress in defence innovation
MBDA has reached a major milestone after signing its first contract for the development and production of the One Way Effector with the Direction Générale de l'Armement.
Germany signs new contract with MBDA for METEOR beyond visual range air-to-air missiles
MBDA has received a new contract to supply additional METEOR beyond visual range air-to-air missiles for the German Armed Forces.
Rheinmetall and MBDA plan joint venture to develop and produce advanced laser weapon systems
Rheinmetall and MBDA Germany plan to establish a joint venture for naval laser activities in the first quarter of 2026, building on their cooperation since 2019.
MBDA and Saab joint venture signs TAURUS NEO contract to prepare serial missile production in Germany
TAURUS Systems GmbH, a joint venture between MBDA and Saab, has signed a contract with German defence procurement agency to prepare a serial production line for the enhanced TAURUS NEO stand-off guided missile.
Eurosam confirms SAMP/T NG performance with new firings and outlines system capabilities in Europe
Two successful firings of the SAMP/T NG long-range air defence system were performed in France and Italy, demonstrating once again the system’s high level of performance.
MBDA releases first image of 227 mm Thundart rocket for new long-range artillery system
MBDA unveiled the 227 mm Thundart artillery rocket on 4 December, proposing it to the French Army as a candidate to replace the American M270 LRU systems.
Lockheed Martin and MBDA complete key Meteor missile and F-35A ground tests ahead of flight trials
Lockheed Martin, MBDA and the F-35 Joint Program Office have completed a series of ground based integration tests with the Meteor missile and the F-35A, marking a key step toward future flight trials.
Saab details Brazilian Gripen E Meteor firings that confirm the fighter’s long range combat edge
The Brazilian Air Force has completed its first firings of the Meteor Beyond Visual Range Air to Air Missile from the Gripen E, marking an important step in the fighter’s operational development.