Leidos is increasing production on its IFPC air defense program while expanding its position in missile warning, counter-UAS and base defense, Chief Executive Officer Tom Bell said.
Rheinmetall is in talks with several potential customers for its new GMF 140 frigate, a 140-metre warship designed for air defence, ballistic-missile defence and anti-submarine operations.
Ukraine’s air-defence forces intercepted 5,358 strike drones and missiles during large-scale attacks in July 2026, according to the Ministry of Defence.
Leonardo is accelerating development of its Michelangelo Dome architecture to counter advanced air and missile threats, Chief Executive Lorenzo Mariani said.
RTX sees Europe becoming an increasingly important source of defence orders and industrial capacity as NATO members raise spending and expand local production, CEO Chris Calio said.
Israel completed a planned launch test of the Arrow Weapon System from a site in central Israel.
HENSOLDT is seeking a larger role in Ukraine’s air and missile defence through its Freyja project with Ukrainian company Fire Point.
Lockheed Martin has completed a burst test of the Next Generation Interceptor’s second-stage motor case.
Leidos has been selected to equip 18 Sierra Space satellites with infrared missile-tracking payloads.
Northrop Grumman has received a two-year, $68.8 million task order to provide advanced simulation and threat modeling for the U.S. Missile Defense Agency.
The deals will expand PAC-3 MSE solid rocket motor production and increase THAAD component output for U.S. and allied forces.
The funding will also support increased production of JMT components as Raytheon expands capacity for long-term defense demand.
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