Germany to Buy Light Attack Helos, F127 Frigate, Short-range Air Defense Systems
The German Defense Ministry has announced plans to acquire a light attack helicopter, an F127 frigate, and an air defense system for short- and very short-range threats. The details were outlined in the
MBDA, U.K. MoD Initiate Complex Weapons Portfolio Management Agreement-2
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Romania to Buy F-35A Jets for Over $6B in 2024: Report
Romania is planning to allocate $6.5 billion for the acquisition of two squadrons of F-35A fighters this year, as part of a $13 billion military modernization effort
Northrop Grumman, Mitsubishi Electric to Develop EW Systems, Radars and UUVs
Northrop Grumman Corporation and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (MELCO) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Wednesday to jointly develop key capabilities, including electronic warfare, radar, and uncrewed underwater vehicles (UUVs). In an official statement, the companies said the MOU was signed to explore new opportunities for mission solutions in the United States...
India, Russia to Establish Working Group on Technological Cooperation in Defense
India and Russia have decided to set up a working group on technological cooperation in defense for the purpose of technology transfer and joint manufacturing of equipment in India. This is part of
Leonardo, Rheinmetall in JV for Italian Tank, Lynx Infantry Vehicle
Leonardo and Rheinmetall have signed an MoU to form a 50:50 joint venture for developing and commercializing new land defense systems, including a Main Battle Tank and the Lynx Platform for the Italian Army. In particular, the future joint venture - headquartered in Italy - will be the Lead System Integrator, prime-contractor and system integrator, in both the Italian programs (MBT and AICS) and will define the roadmap for the participation in the future European Main Ground Combat System (MGCS)
John Cockerill Defense Buys French Military Vehicles Supplier ‘Arquus’
John Cockerill Defense announced Tuesday the conclusion of the acquisition process of Volvo Groups Arquus, the French supplier of military vehicles. The conclusion of the operation comes as France and Belgium recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding to support and oversee this alliance, with both states each entering at 10% in the capital of John Cockerill Defense
Boeing Acquires Spirit AeroSystems for $8.3B, Airbus to Take Over its Manufacturing...
Video Boeing today announced a definitive agreement to acquire Spirit AeroSystems, a key supplier of sub-assemblies for both Boeing and Airbus
MAKS Show Cancelled, Russia to Hawk Weapons at ARMY 2024
Russia has officially announced the cancellation of the popular International Aviation and Space Salon (MAKS) and continuation of the International Military-Technical Forum (ARMY) in 2024. While the MAKS cancellation has got to do with the Ukraine war amidst fears of Kyiv's drones and saboteurs reaching the doorstep of the prestigious event, the ARMY show has become the favorite arena to showcase Russian military prowess
Safran-MTU Joint Venture to Develop Engines for Future European Military Helicopters
Safran Helicopter Engines and MTU Aero Engines have signed a cooperation agreement to establish a 50/50 joint venture named EURA (European Military Rotorcraft Engine Alliance). This new entity, which aims to develop engines for military helicopters, will be based at Safran Helicopter Engines headquarters in Bordes, France
India Channels Over 50% of Defence Exports to U.S.
The American Chamber of Commerce in India (AMCHAM) has revealed that over 50% of India's defence exports are now directed towards the United States. This was revealed in the latest report from AMCHAM, titled "U
Patria Acquires Nordic Drones to Enhance Unmanned Aerial Systems Capabilities
Patria has signed a bill of sale on Thursday to acquire the entire share capital of Nordic Drones Oy, a Finnish drone pilot trainer and manufacturer specializing in professional drones. The value of the acquisition has not been disclosed
80-Year-Old Soviet Era Machine Gun Finds New Use in Ukraine
Belgium Gets U.S. Clearance to Buy Small Diameter Bombs for F-35 Jets...
Hanwha Introduces New KF-21 Engine Prototype at FIA-24
Russia's UEC Opens Plant to Speed up Engine Production for MC-21, SSJ...
NATO’s Intensified Exercises a Prep to Attack Russia?
Recent NATO exercises such as the BALTOPS-24, Steadfast Defender 2024 and its first-ever Basic Fighter Maneuvers exercise have been its...
Precision in the Skies: The Evolution of Loitering Munitions
Loitering munitions - drones that hover over a target and blow up near it - have become the weapon of...
Is the Patriot Air Defense System Outdated?
After Israel revealed its decision to decommission its U
Russia's Growing Influence in Africa: Arms Sales and Military Bases
Russia's expanding influence in Africa, demonstrated by arms sales, military deployments, and diplomatic engagements, reflects a significant geopolitical shift on...
Development Trends in Unmanned Surface Vessels
Unmanned surface vessels (USVs) have caught the attention of the world following their spectacular success in sinking Russian warships in...