European Parliament approves first-ever defense industry program to boost military capabilities
The European Parliament on Tuesday approved the first-ever European Defense Industry Program (EDIP), a landmark initiative to strengthen the EU’s defense capabilities, boost joint procurement and support Ukraine’s defense industry.…
Saudi Arabia eyes German “MEKO A-200” frigates from TKMS
Saudi Arabia is reportedly holding preliminary discussions with Germany’s Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) to evaluate the MEKO A-200 frigate as part of the Royal Saudi Naval Forces’ long-term procurement plan.…
Thales unveils space surveillance radar AURORE – unique in Europe
As part of the ARES program (Action and Space Resilience), Thales has been notified of a contract from the French Defence Procurement Agency (DGA) to develop, deliver and deploy a…
Up to 150 Gripens — Ukraine and Sweden move toward long-term deal on Swedish jets
Sweden and Ukraine on Oct. 22 signed a letter of intent for a future contract on the purchase of up to 150 modern Gripen E fighter jets to bolster the…
Airbus, Leonardo and Thales sign Memorandum of Understanding to create a leading European player in space
Airbus, Leonardo and Thales have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (“MoU”) aimed at combining their respective space activities into a new company. By joining forces, Airbus, Leonardo and Thales aim…
Germany and Iceland Agree to Strengthen Military Cooperation
Germany and Iceland have agreed to strengthen their military cooperation amid growing Russian threats.A memorandum of understanding signed in Reykjavik focuses on maritime logistics, German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said…
Odin’s Eye.. Germany and France Sign Deal for Satellite-based Early Warning System
Germany and France on Wednesday signed an implementation agreement for a satellite-based early warning system called Odin’s Eye, which is meant to significantly improve Europe’s ability to detect missile launches.…
“GKN Aerospace” and “Airbus Helicopters” sign MoU during Royal Visit to Toulouse
GKN Aerospace’s business in the Netherlands, GKN Fokker, has signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus Helicopters during the visit of Their Majesties King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima…
Sweden orders four Embraer C-390 Millennium as part of joint European procurement
The Kingdom of Sweden acquired today four C-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft from Embraer. The contract also includes seven additional purchase options, paving the way for future acquisitions by other European…
Production Ramp-Up : Thales’s Ground Fire Radar now in continuous series production for the new SAMP/T NG system
Thales’s Ground Fire air surveillance and air defence radar has been in full series production since the start of 2025, further to successful conclusion of factory acceptance tests (FAT) in…