Netherlands commits EUR 500 million to support Ukrainian drone capabilities
The Netherlands has announced EUR 500 million in funding for a large-scale drone project to support Ukraine in its defence against Russian aggression.
Thales to supply advanced sonar suite for Dutch Orka-class submarines
Thales has secured a contract to equip the future Orka-class submarines of the Royal Netherlands Navy with a state-of-the-art sonar suite.
Royal Netherlands Navy fires Tomahawk cruise missile for the first time
The Royal Netherlands Navy has successfully fired a Tomahawk cruise missile for the first time from a naval platform.
Dutch F-35s armed with AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles conduct drone intercept training over the Baltic Sea
Two Dutch F-35 fighter jets conducted a training exercise over the Baltic Sea, successfully engaging multiple target drones using AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles.
Dutch military support to Ukraine nears EUR 6 billion
The Netherlands has provided nearly EUR 5.88 billion in military aid to Ukraine as of 4 February. This figure reflects an increase of EUR 2.12 billion since September 2024.
The Netherlands extends deployment of MQ-9 Reaper drones on NATO’s eastern flank
The Dutch Ministry of Defence has announced the extension of its MQ-9 Reaper drone deployment in Romania for another year.
U.S., Norwegian, and Dutch air forces conduct joint F-35 training at Ramstein Air Base
Service members from the U.S. Air Force, Royal Norwegian Air Force, and Royal Netherlands Air Force demonstrated their readiness and interoperability during Spartan Lightning.
The Royal Netherlands Air Force becomes the first operator of the Pilatus PC-7 MKX
The Royal Netherlands Air Force (Koninklijke Luchtmacht) has officially become the launch customer for the Pilatus PC-7 MKX, a new state-of-the-art military pilot training system.
Netherlands acquires L3Harris combat net radios to enhance military communication
The Dutch Ministry of Defence has announced the acquisition of new military radios for its operational units. The first deliveries are expected next year as part of the wider ‘Foxtrot’ programme.
Dutch F-35A fighters conduct training in Estonia to enhance NATO readiness
Eight Dutch F-35 fighter jets took part in a rapid deployment exercise today, testing their ability to operate from a foreign base.
Estonian and Dutch collaborate during Agile Combat Employment training at Åmari, Estonia
On the 30 January, 2024, Estonian and Dutch air force personnel collaborate on the F-35 fighter jets stationed at Amari air base, on NATO’s Air Policing Mission.
Netherlands selects Rheinmetall Skyranger 30 turret for mobile air defence systems
The Ministry of Defence of the Netherlands has announced its decision to equip the Royal Netherlands Army with the Rheinmetall Skyranger 30 turret for self-propelled air defence systems.