Unmanned technologies: Quantum Systems and ARX Robotics form strategic partnership
This strategic partnership brings together Germany’s two leading enterprises dedicated to supporting Ukraine and driving technological advancements.
Astral Knight 24 to exercise U.S. EUCOM’s Integrated Air and Missile Defence
A multi-national military exercise called Astral Knight 2024 is focused on exercising Integrated Air and Missile Defence (IAMD) and the incremental development of theater-wide security capabilities.
EU-Ukraine Defence Industries Forum bolsters cooperation between Ukrainian and European defence industries
On May 6, the EU-Ukraine Defence industries Forum took place in Brussels.
KNDS France offers the CAESAR 6×6 to meet the needs of the Malaysian artillery units
As the primary provider of artillery systems for Malaysia, KNDS France has solidified its position as a strategic industrial partner within the Malaysian defence industry.
Belgium joins Future Combat Air System (FCAS) programme as observer
The FCAS programme is considered crucial for maintaining Europe’s strategic autonomy and technological independence.
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Edge Autonomy introduces major performance enhancement for VXE30 Stalker UAS
Edge Autonomy, a leading provider of uncrewed autonomous systems, announced today a major performance enhancement to the field-proven VXE30 Stalker UAS.
MBDA: successful qualification firing of GRIFO system with CAMM-ER missile
CAMM-ER is the extended-range missile of the new generation CAMM family jointly developed in the United Kingdom and Italy for land and naval air defence.
Fifth JAS-39 Gripen Users Group exercise Lion Effort in Czechia
From May 9 to 27, the Czech Air Base at Čáslav will host exercise Lion Effort that brings together the countries that operate JAS-39 Gripen fighter aircraft also known as Gripen Users Group or GUG.
NSPA supports the MMF with the maintenance of DIRCM components
NSPA supports the Multinational Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) Unit (MMU) with the maintenance of J-MUSIC Directed Infrared Counter Measures (DIRCM) system components of the MRTT aircraft.
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Elbit to supply Crossbow unmanned turreted mortar systems for Pandur vehicles
This marks the first contract signed for the supply of the Crossbow since its unveiling at the DSEI exhibition in London in 2023.
IMCO Group enters into strategic partnership with Israel’s Ministry of Defence
IMCO Group signed a multi-year framework agreement with the Israeli Ministry of Defence (MOD), estimated at 377 million NIS.
KNDS France offers the CAESAR 6×6 to meet the needs of the Malaysian artillery units
As the primary provider of artillery systems for Malaysia, KNDS France has solidified its position as a strategic industrial partner within the Malaysian defence industry.
Rheinmetall to send new generation long-range artillery shells to Ukraine
Papperger emphasized the critical role of artillery in the conflict, noting that while Russia has leveraged heavy artillery fire, Ukraine has faced significant challenges due to ammunition shortages. He also remarked on the broader implications for Western military preparedness, stating, “the Western world is not equipped for a conventional war,” pointing out the recent…
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Royal Navy orders additional Remus UUVs from HII
HII, the leading manufacturer of underwater unmanned vehicles (UUVs), announced the recent sale of three REMUS 100s and five REMUS 300s to the Royal Navy.
HENSOLDT UK to equip Royal Fleet Auxiliary ships
Sensor solutions provider HENSOLDT UK has been selected by Navantia UK to provide key systems to the UK Royal Fleet Auxiliary’s (RFA) three new Fleet Solid Support (FSS) ships.
France advances in new generation aircraft carrier development with a key contract
Over 200 professions and areas of expertise are being mobilized to tackle the technological challenges posed by the PA-NG aircraft carrier.
Anschütz passes next design milestone in the Hunter Class Programme
Anschütz, as a leading global integrator of Warship Integrated Navigation and Bridge Systems (WINBS), was selected as the supplier of WINBS for the Australian Hunter class frigates in 2021.
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RTX’s new generation of commercial satellite imagers launches with Maxar’s WorldView Legion
Two next-generation imaging instruments designed by Raytheon, an RTX business, launched yesterday as part of Maxar’s WorldView Legion satellites.
HyImpulse: German space company successfully launches first commercially viable launch vehicle
The German start-up HyImpulse has developed a rocket that is essentially fuelled by candle wax.
GRACE project: successful tests of the satellite drive engine
In the first quarter of 2024, the Łukasiewicz – Institute of Aviation successfully completed a series of tests of the engine that belongs to the category of the largest subsystems in satellite propulsion.
Two new Galileo satellites for more robust and reliable space services
In the night between Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 April 2024, at 2:34 CEST, two new Galileo satellites were successfully placed in orbit, as part of the completion of the deployment of the Galileo constellation.