GA-ASI and KONGSBERG Advance JSM Integration for MQ-9B
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and KONGSBERG Gruppen ASA (KONGSBERG) completed the System Requirements Review (SRR) and Preliminary Design Review (PDR) for the integration of the Joint Strike Missile…
New counter-drone capability ‘test-proven’ in a matter of months
BAE Systems has successfully completed integration and deployment testing of its Anti Threat System (BATS), marking a significant milestone in the rapid development of its latest counter-drone capability. BATS is…
EDGE to Acquire 100% Stake in Brazilian Aerospace Engineering Firm AKAER
The United Arab Emirates’ advanced technology and defence company, EDGE, today announced an agreement to acquire a 100 percent stake in AKAER, a Brazilian aerospace and engineering company with more…
Jean-Brice Dumont appointed CEO of MBDA
Jean-Brice Dumont will become MBDA’s new Chief Executive Officer, from 1 November 2026, succeeding Eric Béranger who has led the Group since 2019. A handover process will start in October…
Eurosatory 2026.. SDA Exclusive Interview with Thales: Building Europe’s Next Generation of Integrated Air Defense and Battlefield Superiority
Private – Ali Omar As Europe accelerates its defense modernization amid an increasingly volatile security environment, advanced air defense, electronic warfare, artificial intelligence, and industrial resilience have become central pillars…
Kuwait selects Rheinmetall MASS for Al Dorra-Class missile boats
Rheinmetall has secured its first order from Kuwait for the delivery of its Multi Ammunition Softkill System (MASS), which will equip eight vessels of the Kuwaiti Naval Forces. The contract,…
Germany turns to U.S. Tomahawk missiles as Europe expands long-range strike capabilities
Germany has reached an agreement with the United States to acquire Tomahawk long-range cruise missiles for deployment on German territory, Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced on Thursday, describing the move as…
Lockheed Martin and Rheinmetall Move Forward with ATACMS Co-Production in Europe
During the NATO Summit Defense Industry Forum, Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) and Rheinmetall announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that addresses the immediate demand for locally produced…
Rheinmetall to Deliver 4 Skynex Air Defense Systems for Drone and Rocket Protection
Rheinmetall will supply four complete Oerlikon Skynex air defense systems to an undisclosed international customer, the company announced on July 2, 2026, adding a gun-based short-range shield against drones, rockets,…
HAVELSAN’s ADVENT CMS Enters Service with Its First NATO Navy
HAVELSAN ADVENT Combat Management System (CMS) has entered service with the Romanian Navy, marking the first time the solution has been deployed by a NATO member. The delivery was completed…