NATO Strengthens Satellite Capabilities with Alliance Persistent Surveillance from Space
NATO has announced a new initiative, the Alliance Persistent Surveillance from Space (APSS), to bolster its satellite capabilities by utilizing data, products, and services from both national and commercial satellites of its member states. This move aims to improve the alliance's situational awareness in conflict zones and enhance its operational effectiveness...
Lithuania Orders Saab’s MSHORAD Air Defense Systems
Saab has secured a $123 million (SEK 1.3 billion) order from the Lithuanian Ministry of Defence (MoD) for the delivery of its Mobile Short Range Air Defence (MSHORAD) solution
Aerojet Rocketdyne Upgrades Space Shuttle Engines for Artemis IV Mission
Aerojet Rocketdyne has upgraded the four RS-25 engines for NASAs Artemis IV space exploration mission. This will be the first flight of the enhanced Block 1B SLS rocket and the last to use engines from the space shuttle program
MBDA, Kongsberg Withdraw from Swiss Air-Defense Tender, Leaving Diehl Defence as Sole...
MBDA and Norways Kongsberg have opted out of a Swiss tender for a new medium-range air-defense system, leaving Germanys Diehl Defence as the only remaining potential bidder. The evaluation process will continue as planned with Diehl as the sole potential manufacturer, the
Germany Army Awards Airbus €2.1B Satellite Contract
The German Army (Bundeswehr) has awarded Airbus a €2.1 billion contract for a secure military satellite system, with deployment before the end of the decade
Poland Signs Contract for Logistic Support of PILICA+ Anti-Aircraft Systems
Poland has signed a new agreement for the logistic support of its PILICA anti-aircraft missile and artillery systems. The
Brazil Evaluating Indian Akash, Chinese Sky Dragon for Air Defense Requirement
Brazil is reportedly evaluating the Indian-made Akash and Chinese-made Sky Dragon 50 air defense systems for its air defense needs. This initiative follows the Brazilian Army's publication of Ordinance EME/C Ex
Netherlands Establishes New Patriot Unit, Anti-Drone Test Center
The Netherlands Defense on Monday
Norway Orders NASAMS Air Defense Systems for $450M
Norway has ordered new NASAMS air defense systems from Kongsberg worth approximately NOK 4.8 billion ($450 million)
Lockheed Secures $5.3B Patriot Systems Contract for Foreign Customer
The Pentagon has announced a
Germany Oks €2.2B Satellite Communications Upgrade for Army
The Budget Committee of the German Bundestag approved a contract for the procurement of new communications satellites for the Bundeswehr on June 26. This contract includes the acquisition of successor satellites, COMSATBw 1B and 2B, with a total financial requirement of approximately €2
Rheinmetall, Anduril to Jointly Develop Air Defense System to Defeat Small Drones
Rheinmetall and Anduril have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Eurosatory-2024 to develop new layered Counter small Unmanned Aerial System (C-sUAS) air defense systems. The scope of this collaboration is primarily to address European markets first
Israeli Nuclear Research Center Hacked, 20 GB Data Stolen Claim Iranian Hackers
Elbit Systems to Equip U.S. Army Bradley Vehicles with Iron Fist APS...
U.S. Approves South Korea’s Request to buy 4 Early Warning Aircraft Worth...
Japan Launches Military Satellite on Fifth Attempt
Russian Su-57 and Chinese J-20 as Alternatives to the American F-35 Stealth Fighter
As the Russian Su-57 stealth fighter jet enters serial production, the debate over how it stacks up against the American...
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...