The Netherlands government has allocated an additional
Naval Group signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Thales and KNDS to work on integrating their solutions into the multipurpose and modular launching system (MPLS) that can launch missiles, rockets UAVs and bombs from a single launcher. A “technological breakthrough” in the service of operational superiority, the MPLS responds to asymmetric and protean threats
Germany is set to reintroduce voluntary national service for 18-year-olds, who will now be surveyed for their interest in joining the Bundeswehr as part of an effort to strengthen national defense and meet NATO obligations. The proposal requires men turning 18 in 2025—estimated at around 300,000—to complete a digital questionnaire regarding their willingness to serve
Saabs Autonomous Swarm technology was showcased in Project Convergence 2024 in the U.S
Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), part of EDGE Group, has partnered with French firm LACROIX to integrate advanced decoy technology into its FA-400 Fast Attack vessel, enhancing the patrol ships coastal and territorial defense capabilities. The agreement was formalized at the EURONAVAL 2024 Exhibition in Paris, where ADSB CEO David Massey and LACROIX COO François Moulinier signed the partnership
European defense companies—Navantia (Spain), Fincantieri (Italy), Naval Group (France), and Naviris (France/Italy)—signed the Initial Consortium Agreement for the second phase of the
Safran Electronics & Defense has been selected by Singapores Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) to supply electro-optical (EO) observation systems and gun fire control systems (GFCS) for the countrys naval fleet. These systems will be fitted on Singapores new Multi Role Combat Vessels (MRCV), Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPV), and as part of the modernization of the Formidable-Class Frigates
MD Helicopters has announced the completion of the first conversion of an MD 500E helicopter to the MD 530F model at Thoroughbred Aviation, an MD Authorized Service Center located in Lexington, Kentucky. This conversion marks a milestone for both the company and the MD Authorized Service Center network
Indras Board of Directors approved the acquisition of a 51.001% majority stake in TESS Defence (TESS) on September 30
Turkey's Bayraktar TB2 UAVs which have made a name for themselves as attack drones, will now carry Croatia-made FPV drones which are increasingly being used in battle for attack and reconnaissance missions. A deal to this effect was signed between Turkish Baykar, the maker of Bayraktar drones and Croatian firm, ORQA, a specialist manufacturer of first-person view (FPV) drones at the SAHA Expo 2024 in Istanbul today