MBDA completes Aster missile test and begins accelerated deliveries for European air defence
MBDA marked two significant developments in European air defence during July 2025, underlining its commitment to delivering sovereign defence capabilities.
U.S. to conduct initial test of Golden Dome missile defense system ahead of 2028 election – CNN
The United States has scheduled its first major test of the proposed Golden Dome missile defense system in the months leading up to the 2028 presidential election, according to CNN.
Germany to send two additional Patriot air defence systems to Ukraine following U.S. agreement
Germany announced on Friday it will deliver two more Patriot air defence systems to Ukraine under a new agreement with the United States.
L3Harris signals readiness to join Golden Dome for America missile defence initiative
L3Harris Technologies has confirmed its readiness to support the United States' Golden Dome missile defence initiative, positioning itself as a key player in the national security effort.
Aster B1NT missile achieves successful long-range qualification in joint European test
A second successful firing of the Aster B1 New Technology (B1NT) missile was conducted on 30 July 2025 at the DGA Essais de Missiles test range, marking a major milestone for European air defence.
Core Systems backs Lockheed Martin’s bid for Golden Dome missile defence contracts
Core Systems has confirmed its support for Lockheed Martin in the context of the U.S. Department of Defense’s Golden Dome programme, a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing homeland missile defence.
Lockheed Martin awarded $2 billion contract for THAAD missile defence interceptors
THAAD is a highly effective, combat-proven defence system capable of intercepting ballistic missile threats at both high and low altitudes.
Northrop Grumman targets leading role in Golden Dome for America missile defence initiative
During the company’s second-quarter earnings call, Chair and Chief Executive Kathy Warden said Northrop Grumman is prepared to support […]
ASELSAN advances multi-layered Steel Dome defence with production surge and new systems
Turkish defence company ASELSAN announced a major expansion in the production of its Steel Dome air defence system during the 17th International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF 2025) in Istanbul.
Missile defence: over 150 THAAD interceptors used to shield Israel during Iran conflict
During the recent conflict with Iran, Israeli territory was protected by two American THAAD (Terminal High Altitude Area Defense) batteries.
U.S. Army to expand Patriot air defense capabilities with new battalions and advanced radar systems
The U.S. Army plans to establish up to four additional Patriot battalions to strengthen one of its most heavily tasked components.
U.S. launches $151 billion procurement for Golden Dome programme – Financial Times
The United States has officially begun a $151 billion procurement process to support a large-scale missile defence initiative referred to as the “Golden Dome.”