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Leidos CEO says company secured $5 billion in 2026 defense-tech awards across hypersonics, military intelligence and passive sensors
Published: August 6, 2026 22:49
Leidos has received $5 billion in defense-technology awards so far in 2026, Chief Executive Officer Tom Bell said.
Lockheed Martin plans to invest up to $9 billion at more than 20 facilities across the United States to expand production of key missile systems
Published: August 6, 2026 21:26
Lockheed Martin received a seven-year undefinitized contract action modification in July for up to $53.86 billion in PAC-3 MSE interceptors.
U.S. Marine Corps conducts first FPV attack-drone live fires in South Korea, adding 20-kilometer precision strike to small units
Published: August 6, 2026 21:05
U.S. Marines completed their first live-fire series with first-person-view attack drones in South Korea.
U.S. Army completes first live T-11 parachute jumps from A400M, expanding interoperability with European military airlift
Published: August 6, 2026 20:01
U.S. Army personnel completed the first live T-11 parachute jumps from an A400M transport aircraft during testing in Spain.
Boeing MQ-28 Ghost Bat flies multiple sorties from austere Pacific base, testing U.S. Air Force expeditionary combat operations
Published: August 6, 2026 17:50
Boeing’s MQ-28 Ghost Bat completed multiple operational sorties during an 11-day deployment at Valiant Shield 2026.
Kratos targets 18 Valkyrie aircraft in 2027, expanding production for U.S. Marine Corps, Taiwan and overseas customers
Published: August 6, 2026 16:22
The Marine Corps remains a central part of Kratos’ Valkyrie outlook.
General Dynamics says submarine production ramp remains on track as Electric Boat lifts Columbia work and material deliveries
Published: August 6, 2026 16:11
General Dynamics remains on schedule to increase submarine production to two Virginia-class boats and one Columbia-class boat annually in the early 2030s, company President Danny Deep said.
Leonardo targets 2026 Ukraine trial for Michelangelo Dome integrating MBDA missiles, space assets and AI command systems
Published: August 6, 2026 13:39
Leonardo is accelerating development of its Michelangelo Dome architecture to counter advanced air and missile threats, Chief Executive Lorenzo Mariani said.
RTX CEO says Europe is becoming a core growth market as NATO spending, missile co-production and local supply chains expand
Published: August 6, 2026 13:17
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.
Kratos wins U.S. Army contract to replace aging Javelin missile seeker and sustain close-combat lethality through the next decade
Published: August 6, 2026 12:50
Kratos has won a U.S. Army contract to develop a next-generation infrared seeker for the Javelin missile system.
BWXT expands U.S. naval nuclear manufacturing base through PCG acquisition, targeting capacity and supply-chain gains for Navy programs
Published: August 6, 2026 10:37
BWX Technologies has expanded its U.S. naval nuclear manufacturing capacity through the acquisition of Precision Components Group, a supplier whose current business is largely tied to the Navy’s nuclear propulsion program.
BAE Systems sees multibillion-dollar U.S. opportunity in munitions, space and Golden Dome, plans 40% capital spending increase
Published: August 6, 2026 10:29
BAE Systems expects its U.S. operations to benefit from rising demand for munitions, counter-drone weapons and military space systems.
Saab plans to nearly double Gripen production to 25–30 aircraft a year, with Ukraine contract and Brazilian deliveries supporting expansion
Published: August 6, 2026 09:20
Saab is targeting annual Gripen production of between 25 and 30 aircraft, a level that would almost double its current capacity.
Northrop Grumman expects national security space sales above $7 billion amid rising U.S. missile defense and satellite servicing demand
Published: August 6, 2026 08:25
Northrop Grumman expects its national security space business to generate more than $7 billion in 2026 sales as U.S. military demand expands.
Mistral and UVision secure more than $50 million U.S. Army order for additional HERO 120 loitering munitions and support equipment
Published: August 6, 2026 08:22
Mistral Inc. and UVision have received an additional U.S. Army order worth more than $50 million for HERO 120 loitering munition systems.
Australia to order AIM-260 JATM in nearly $736 million deal, becoming first country outside U.S. to operate new long-range missile
Published: August 6, 2026 07:50
Australia will invest almost $736 million to acquire AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missiles from the United States.
RENK posts record €1.2 billion first-half orders, expands profit margin and confirms 2026 outlook on sustained defence demand
Published: August 6, 2026 07:27
RENK Group posted record first-half order intake of about €1.2 billion, supported by strong defence demand and its highest-ever quarterly intake.
BAE Systems CEO says MBDA’s €48 billion backlog and €5 billion investment plan will drive years of missile growth in Europe
Published: August 6, 2026 07:04
MBDA plans to invest €5 billion through 2030 after its order backlog reached a record €48 billion, BAE Systems Chief Executive Charles Woodburn said.
Israel and U.S. Missile Defense Agency complete Arrow launch test to strengthen defenses against Iranian and Yemeni ballistic threats
Published: August 6, 2026 06:43
Israel completed a planned launch test of the Arrow Weapon System from a site in central Israel.
Rheinmetall operating result jumps 74% on European defence demand, while F126 cancellation cuts 2026 sales outlook by €300 million
Published: August 6, 2026 06:22
Rheinmetall Backlog reached €80.5 billion at the end of June, compared with €56 billion a year earlier.
CBO puts U.S. Navy nuclear battleship fleet at $275 billion, with shipyard bottlenecks threatening broader fleet expansion plans
Published: August 5, 2026 23:09
The U.S. Navy’s planned fleet of 15 nuclear-powered guided-missile battleships would cost about $275 billion through 2056, the Congressional Budget Office said.
Rolls-Royce CEO sees autonomous propulsion opportunity in UK spending, MQ-25A milestone and German CCA engine project
Published: August 5, 2026 22:34
Rolls-Royce expects government investment in unmanned military aircraft to expand the market for autonomous propulsion.
L3Harris completes first two-ship F-16C and F-16D flight tests of Viper Shield electronic warfare system at Edwards Air Force Base
Published: August 5, 2026 21:37
The campaign marked the first time F-16C and F-16D aircraft flew together with Viper Shield hardware.
Boeing begins initial production of 300-nautical-mile JDAM Long Range weapon under $75 million U.S. Air Force contract action
Published: August 5, 2026 20:45
The U.S. Air Force awarded Boeing a $75 million Undefinitized Contract Action for the BSU-111/B Payload Delivery Unit used in JDAM Long Range.
Lockheed Martin and U.S. Navy test AI submarine-hunting system on MH-60R helicopters to accelerate undersea threat detection
Published: August 5, 2026 19:18
Lockheed Martin and the U.S. Navy demonstrated a rapidly retrainable artificial intelligence sonar system during RIMPAC 2026.
Lockheed Martin CEO says company pre-funded Grizzly and MORFIUS counter-drone systems, seeks 1,000 units of each for U.S. and export markets
Published: August 5, 2026 19:06
Lockheed Martin Chief Executive Jim Taiclet directed company teams to build 1,000 Grizzly and 1,000 MORFIUS counter-drone systems.
National Reconnaissance Office selects ICEYE US to deliver rapid commercial radar imagery for intelligence, defense and allied missions
Published: August 5, 2026 18:48
ICEYE US has secured a contract under the National Reconnaissance Office’s Radar Commercial Augmentation program.
Tiberius Aerospace and U.S. Army DEVCOM Armaments Center sign research agreement for Sceptre ramjet-powered 155 mm artillery munition
Published: August 5, 2026 18:34
Tiberius Aerospace has signed a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement with the U.S. Army’s DEVCOM Armaments Center.
Northrop Grumman and Boeing link MQ-4C Triton and P-8A Poseidon in first automated maritime mission-control demonstration
Published: August 5, 2026 15:12
The MQ-4C Triton supports intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance and targeting missions.
Leonardo CEO says M-346 upgrades are fueling demand as Italian group presses bid in high-stakes U.S. Navy trainer contest
Published: August 5, 2026 14:17
Leonardo expects demand for its M-346 aircraft to remain strong as it pursues a U.S. Navy trainer contract.
HENSOLDT CEO says Freyja gains political momentum as Europe pursues a Patriot-like missile defense capability for Ukraine from 2027
Published: August 5, 2026 14:01
HENSOLDT is seeking a larger role in Ukraine’s air and missile defence through its Freyja project with Ukrainian company Fire Point.
CSG takes strategic stake in Canada’s North Vector Dynamics, adding counter-drone missiles and hypersonic technology to defence portfolio
Published: August 5, 2026 13:46
CSG has acquired a strategic stake in North Vector Dynamics, a Canadian developer of air-defence, counter-drone and hypersonic technologies.
Department of the Air Force and Texas launch commercial space alliance to speed military technology and strengthen U.S. supply chains
Published: August 5, 2026 11:43
The Department of the Air Force and Texas have formed an alliance to accelerate commercial space technology for national security missions.
HII and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries expand intelligent welding automation at Ingalls Shipbuilding to support U.S. Navy production
Published: August 5, 2026 11:19
HII and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries are expanding welding automation at Ingalls Shipbuilding in Mississippi.
Saab reports strong progress on Sweden’s A26 submarine programme while Polish order drives Baltic shipyard expansion and industrial cooperation
https://defence-industry.eu/saab-reports-strong-progress-on-swedens-a26-submarine-programme/
Published: August 5, 2026 10:52
The Polish and Swedish programmes are pushing Saab to increase submarine production capacity at its Karlskrona shipyard.
BAE Systems CEO says autonomous combat aircraft and low-cost drones will complement major platforms and support long-term growth
Published: August 5, 2026 10:18
BAE Systems expects drones and autonomous systems to become a larger part of military forces without displacing combat aircraft, submarines and other high-end platforms.
Rocket Lab wins $397 million U.S. Space Force contract to build and launch Flatellites for real-time airborne threat tracking
Published: August 5, 2026 10:03
Rocket Lab has won a $397 million U.S. Space Force contract for a new airborne target-tracking constellation.
Mistral and Uvision complete first HERO 120 acceptance tests for U.S. Army loitering-munition precision strike program
Published: August 5, 2026 09:54
Mistral Inc. and Uvision completed the first Lot Acceptance Tests for HERO 120 loitering munitions supporting the U.S. Army.
U.S. long-range missile and air defense interceptor stocks near exhaustion after five months of Iran strikes, reports say
Published: August 5, 2026 09:34
The U.S. military has reportedly used virtually all of its ATACMS and Precision Strike Missile inventory during more than five months of operations against Iran.
ASELSAN backlog jumps 45% to $23.2 billion after record contract wins and accelerated R&D investment drive first-half growth
Published: August 5, 2026 09:16
New contracts increased 72% to $4.9 billion, lifting the company’s backlog by 45% to $23.2 billion.
ICEYE secures first Scaleup Europe Fund backing in €1 billion Series F, valuing space intelligence group above €10 billion
Published: August 5, 2026 08:53
ICEYE has secured the first investment from the European Commission-backed Scaleup Europe Fund, which co-led its €1 billion Series F financing.
American Rheinmetall pitches Lynx XM30 as purpose-built Bradley replacement in U.S. Army contest against General Dynamics
Published: August 4, 2026 22:05
American Rheinmetall leads a team that includes Textron Systems, Raytheon, L3Harris Technologies, Allison Transmission and Anduril.
BWXT CEO says proposed U.S. Navy nuclear-powered battleship could use Ford-class reactor, and supplier work could begin in 2028
Published: August 4, 2026 21:40
BWX Technologies is in early discussions with U.S. Naval Reactors over a proposed nuclear-powered battleship that could use an existing Ford-class aircraft carrier reactor design.
L3Harris targets $500 million in VAMPIRE orders and expands low-cost cruise missile and interceptor portfolio for U.S. forces and allies
Published: August 4, 2026 21:13
L3Harris Technologies is targeting $500 million in new VAMPIRE counter-UAS orders after securing a $100 million U.S. Army contract.
Rolls-Royce says UK defence investment plan strengthens AUKUS outlook as submarine activity supports first-half growth
Published: August 4, 2026 20:21
Rolls-Royce said the UK’s latest defence investment commitments had improved the outlook for its AUKUS-related business, while rising submarine activity supported stronger performance in the first half of 2026.
EU defence spending jumps 20% to €418 billion in 2025, with budgets projected to approach €550 billion by 2029
Published: August 4, 2026 20:16
Defence spending by the European Union’s 27 member states rose 20% to €418 billion in 2025, according to the European Defence Agency.
Lockheed Martin completes second stage motor case burst test for Next Generation Interceptor ahead of critical design review
Published: August 4, 2026 19:10
Lockheed Martin has completed a burst test of the Next Generation Interceptor’s second-stage motor case.
Rauma Marine Constructions lays keel for final Pohjanmaa corvette, bringing Finland closer to a new ice-capable Baltic combat fleet
https://defence-industry.eu/rauma-marine-constructions-lays-keel-for-final-pohjanmaa-corvette/
Published: August 4, 2026 18:56
Rauma Marine Constructions laid the keel for Finland’s fourth and final Pohjanmaa-class multi-role corvette at its Rauma shipyard on 4 August.
Saab expects U.S. Air Force T-7A Red Hawk Milestone C to lift production as Indiana factory begins a multiyear financial recovery
Published: August 4, 2026 16:30
Saab expects production of the T-7A Red Hawk trainer to accelerate after the U.S. Air Force reached Milestone C.
Northrop Grumman opens 300,000-square-foot Florida engineering centre for sixth-generation aircraft and more than 1,200 engineers
Published: August 4, 2026 15:56
Northrop Grumman has opened a 300,000-square-foot engineering facility at its Melbourne campus in Florida.
Telesat wins 2.3 billion Canadian dollar military satellite contract to expand Arctic coverage and Lightspeed capacity
Published: August 4, 2026 14:19
Telesat has secured a contract worth 2.3 billion Canadian dollars to provide military satellite communications across Canada’s Arctic.
Lockheed Martin Skunk Works completes 27 AI-controlled fighter intercepts using live sensor data aboard X-62 test aircraft
Published: August 4, 2026 14:02
Lockheed Martin Skunk Works and the U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School completed 27 AI-controlled fighter intercepts during eight X-62 flights.
Australia awards Aquaterro up to $160 million combat helmet contract to strengthen ADF protection and local defence support
Published: August 4, 2026 11:40
The Australian government will invest up to $160 million over seven years in combat helmets for the Australian Defence Force.
BAE Systems CEO says AUKUS submarines and Type 26 warships will anchor decades of allied naval investment across three markets
Published: August 4, 2026 11:35
BAE Systems expects submarine and surface ship programs to support growth for decades.
Lockheed Martin CEO says billions in factories, AI and allied production will accelerate missile output across key defense programs worldwide
Published: August 4, 2026 11:14
Lockheed Martin is investing billions of dollars in factories, automation and international production capacity, Chief Executive Jim Taiclet said.
ASELSAN equips Romania’s Contraamiral August Roman corvette with Turkish radar and combat systems in landmark NATO export
Published: August 4, 2026 11:07
ASELSAN has equipped Romania’s Contraamiral August Roman corvette with an integrated package of Turkish-developed naval systems.
HENSOLDT secures Bundeswehr series contract for dismounted Joint Fire Support Teams linking aircraft and artillery digitally
Published: August 4, 2026 10:53
HENSOLDT has secured a series contract to equip the Bundeswehr’s dismounted Joint Fire Support Teams with integrated targeting, communications and fire-support systems.
U.S. Navy reclassifies 19 Virginia Payload Module-equipped submarines as SSGNs, expanding long-range undersea strike capacity
Published: August 4, 2026 08:45
The decision formally separates their expanded strike role from that of standard Virginia-class fast-attack submarines.
Leidos to supply infrared sensors for 18 Sierra Space missile-tracking satellites supporting Golden Dome for America network
Published: August 4, 2026 08:33
Leidos has been selected to equip 18 Sierra Space satellites with infrared missile-tracking payloads.
CSG acquires German energetic-materials site and plans over €100 million investment in nitroglycerin and ammunition production
Published: August 4, 2026 08:24
CSG has acquired the 57-hectare Gnaschwitz industrial site near Bautzen in Saxony and plans to invest more than €100 million in its initial development.
Saab advances flight testing of MQ-9B airborne early warning system and prepares for contract discussions with prospective customers
Published: August 3, 2026 22:02
Saab is flight-testing an unmanned airborne early warning system built around the MQ-9B platform.
U.S. Air Force and RAF JTACs strengthen close air support coordination during bilateral training at Moody Air Force Base
Published: August 3, 2026 21:26
U.S. Air Force and U.K. joint terminal attack controllers trained together at Moody Air Force Base to improve close air support coordination.
Rolls-Royce says UK’s £9 billion GCAP commitment gives the company greater funding visibility for the programme through 2030
Published: August 3, 2026 20:37
Rolls-Royce expects the UK government’s £9 billion multi-year commitment to the Global Combat Air Programme to provide greater visibility over funding through 2030.
U.S. Marine Corps tests Perennial Autonomy drones for reconnaissance, strike and counter-drone missions at Twentynine Palms
Published: August 3, 2026 20:07
The U.S. Marine Corps’ 2nd Marine Division completed several days of integrated training with AI-enabled drones from Perennial Autonomy.
RTX pushes longer-range StormBreaker toward flight testing after advancing the air-launched weapon from concept in under 12 months
Published: August 3, 2026 19:31
The new variant combines Raytheon’s weapons technology with a modified TJ-150 engine supplied by Pratt & Whitney.
XTEND produces seven robotic platforms in one week across five global factories using shared XOS software to scale international growth
Published: August 3, 2026 19:20
XTEND produced seven robotic platforms across five manufacturing facilities during a single week, a first for the company.
Northrop Grumman to deliver advanced simulation and threat modeling for Missile Defense Agency homeland defense and training missions
Published: August 3, 2026 19:09
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.
BAE Systems CEO sees sustained European growth after 30% sales rise and UK plan for almost ÂŁ300 billion in defence spending
Published: August 3, 2026 16:55
BAE Systems expects rising defence budgets across Europe and other major markets to support sustained growth, Chief Executive Charles Woodburn said.
NH90 Block 1 begins flight testing with Link 22, upgraded sensors and enhanced anti-submarine warfare capabilities for NATO fleets
Published: August 3, 2026 15:12
NHIndustries and the NATO Helicopter Management Agency have completed the first flight of the NH90 in its Software Release 3 configuration.
Northrop Grumman targets $10 billion in international sales as NATO weighs up to five Tritons for High North surveillance
Published: August 3, 2026 14:32
Northrop Grumman aims to double its annual international sales to $10 billion by 2031, supported by rising demand for unmanned surveillance aircraft, missile-defense systems, munitions and manned platforms.
Diehl Defence and BAE Systems deepen naval firepower partnership with Mk 45 gun, 127 mm ammunition and IRIS-T missile integration
Published: August 3, 2026 14:26
Diehl Defence and BAE Systems are expanding cooperation on maritime defense systems for Germany and international armed forces.
Raytheon installs first SPY-6(V)4 radar at Wallops Island, advancing USS Pinckney upgrade and Navy destroyer backfit programme
Published: August 3, 2026 12:26
RTX’s Raytheon has delivered and installed the first SPY-6(V)4 radar array at the Surface Combat Systems Center on Wallops Island, Virginia.
Northrop Grumman enters $3 billion agreements to accelerate PAC-3 MSE and THAAD interceptor production for U.S. and allied forces
Published: August 3, 2026 12:21
The deals will expand PAC-3 MSE solid rocket motor production and increase THAAD component output for U.S. and allied forces.
Saab plans to triple GlobalEye output as NATO and Canada selections reshape the market for airborne surveillance aircraft
Published: August 3, 2026 11:17
Saab plans to triple annual production of its GlobalEye surveillance aircraft by around 2030 as selections by NATO and Canada strengthen the programme’s international pipeline.
U.S. Navy begins deactivating USS Georgia after 42 years, starting retirement of Ohio-class guided-missile submarine fleet
Published: August 3, 2026 11:04
The U.S. Navy began deactivating the nuclear-powered guided-missile submarine USS Georgia at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay on July 31.
European Commission releases €3.47 billion for Ukraine drones, missiles, air defence and Gripen fighter jets under €90 billion loan
Published: August 3, 2026 10:55
The European Commission disbursed €3.47 billion to Ukraine on 30 July under the defence window of its €90 billion Ukraine Support Loan.
RTX adds $100 million to accelerate LTAMDS radar testing as U.S. budget support and overseas air defense demand strengthen
Published: August 3, 2026 09:52
The funding will also support increased production of JMT components as Raytheon expands capacity for long-term defense demand.
U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptors test rapid combat deployment at Kadena Air Base during major Indo-Pacific readiness exercise
Published: August 3, 2026 09:29
U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptors deployed to Kadena Air Base launched on August 3 during readiness exercise BB26-1.
General Dynamics Bath Iron Works christens future USS William Charette, fifth Arleigh Burke Flight III destroyer ready for launch
Published: August 3, 2026 09:19
General Dynamics Bath Iron Works christened the future USS William Charette (DDG 130) on August 1 at its shipyard in Bath, Maine.
Rheinmetall unveils GMF140 guided-missile frigate with Aegis, 64 VLS cells and integrated air, missile and submarine defence
Published: August 3, 2026 07:19
The German defence group plans to offer the design first under a procurement campaign in North America.
BAE Systems CEO says GCAP is progressing on schedule, with Canada joining as observer and the window for new partners narrowing
Published: August 3, 2026 06:52
BAE Systems Chief Executive Charles Woodburn said the Global Combat Air Programme is advancing at pace, with Canada joining the project as an observer.
HENSOLDT CEO sees radar demand rising across Ukraine, NATO missile defense, Eurofighter, naval modernization and space programs
Published: August 3, 2026 06:46
HENSOLDT CEO Oliver Dörre said demand for radar systems is broadening across NATO air defense, combat aircraft, naval modernization and space-based intelligence programs.
L3Harris Technologies to open automated GMLRS rocket-motor plant as Pentagon presses for faster, higher-volume missile output
Published: August 2, 2026 22:55
The facility, named the “Arsenal of Freedom” building, is part of a wider expansion adding almost 1 million square feet of missile-production capacity.
RTX secures more than $5 billion in GEM-T orders as global Patriot demand rises and U.S. domestic procurement resumes after 30 years
Published: August 2, 2026 19:57
RTX booked more than $5 billion in GEM-T Patriot effector orders during the second quarter of 2026.
Lockheed Martin CEO says ATACMS production could move to Germany, opening Arkansas capacity for faster PrSM missile output
Published: August 2, 2026 18:08
Lockheed Martin is working with Rheinmetall to move ATACMS production capacity to Germany, Chief Executive Jim Taiclet said.
U.S. Air Force B-52 modernization slips more than three years as engine costs rise 38% and radar fielding moves to 2030
Published: August 2, 2026 17:37
The U.S. Air Force’s $21 billion B-52 modernization effort faces rising costs and delays exceeding three years.
Airbus Defence and Space revenue rises to €9.3 billion as A330 MRTT sales reach 91 and military aircraft deliveries advance
Published: August 2, 2026 16:59
Airbus Defence and Space generated €9.3 billion in revenue during the first half of 2026, up from €5.1 billion a year earlier.
Northrop Grumman sees wider Middle East demand for IBCS as cruise missile and drone threats drive new air defense investment
Published: August 2, 2026 12:39
Northrop Grumman is seeing broader Middle East demand for its Integrated Battle Command System as governments reassess their defenses against cruise missiles and drones.
BAE Systems CEO says Eurofighter Typhoon production will nearly double to meet TĂĽrkiye deliveries and prepare for further export orders
Published: August 2, 2026 12:31
BAE Systems plans to nearly double Eurofighter Typhoon production as it works through its existing backlog and prepares deliveries for TĂĽrkiye.
Netherlands launches design of 12-metre unmanned submarine-hunting vessels for Dutch-Belgian ASW frigates with Thales sonar
Published: August 2, 2026 10:36
The Netherlands has formally launched the design phase for 12-metre unmanned surface vessels intended for its new anti-submarine warfare frigates.
Washington National Guard fields Anduril counter-drone system to protect critical infrastructure and major public events across the state
Published: August 2, 2026 10:25
The Washington National Guard has fielded an Anduril Industries counter-drone system for domestic security missions.
VOP CZ starts Czech assembly of more than 200 CV90 vehicles as BAE Systems technology transfer moves programme into production
Published: August 2, 2026 09:04
Czech state-owned defence company VOP CZ has begun assembling CV90 infantry fighting vehicles at its Ĺ enov plant.
The future of Europe’s defence will be decided on the factory floor [OPINION]
Published: August 2, 2026 08:47
We are now living in a world in which software is becoming increasingly standard.
Trump says U.S. has not agreed to Patriot production licenses for Ukraine amid concerns over American weapons stockpiles
Published: August 2, 2026 08:07
Trump described the advanced technology as “a hard thing to give away” during a Cabinet meeting at Camp David.
Northrop Grumman expects Golden Dome contract awards to accelerate as U.S. homeland missile defense funding moves into procurement
Published: August 1, 2026 22:22
Northrop Grumman expects U.S. contract activity under the Golden Dome homeland missile defense initiative to accelerate through the end of 2026 and into early 2027.
U.S. Army demonstrates Black Hawk air-launched effects and long-range precision munition at Project Convergence Capstone 6
Published: August 1, 2026 22:10
The U.S. Army demonstrated an H-60M Black Hawk launching and controlling multiple air-launched effects during Project Convergence Capstone 6 in July.
CACI secures $500 million U.S. counter-drone contract to deploy SkyValor systems at critical mission and national security sites
Published: August 1, 2026 19:11
CACI International has secured a three-year, $500 million indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity contract for tactical counter-unmanned aircraft systems.
Royal Navy details ÂŁ8.4 billion Dreadnought funding to deliver next-generation nuclear deterrent submarines in the 2030s
Published: August 1, 2026 18:23
The UK government will invest £8.4 billion in the next phase of the Royal Navy’s Dreadnought-class submarine programme.
Hisdesat selects Airbus to build SpainSat NG-III secure communications satellite for Spain, NATO and allied forces
Published: August 1, 2026 17:59
Airbus Defence and Space has secured a contract from Hisdesat to develop and build the SpainSat NG-III secure communications satellite.
Lockheed Martin wins $107.3 million contract to upgrade VH-92A Patriot presidential helicopter fleet with new rotor blades
Published: August 1, 2026 14:06
The U.S. Department of War awarded Lockheed Martin a $107.3 million contract to modify the VH-92A Patriot presidential helicopter fleet.
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