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Thales Contributes to Albania’s Airspace Security with Ground Master 400 Alpha Radar.

In a joint appearance by French Armed Forces Minister Sébastien Lecornu and Albanian Defence Minister Pirro Vengu, Thales has been appointed the key industrial partner to swiftly provide a...

Saab Taps Anduril Rocket Motor Systems to Deliver SRM Components for the GLSDB Weapon System.

Saab, Inc. has chosen Anduril Rocket Motor Systems to handle the design, development, and eventual large-scale production of Solid Rocket Motors (SRMs) for the GLSDB weapon, a joint venture...

Contract Awarded to KNDS France for 25,000 40mm Ammunition Rounds.

Already operational within the French Army, 40mm telescoped ammunition is reaching a new stage of deployment. The French Procurement Agency has ordered 25,000 rounds, which will help military units...

June 20, 2025
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Air Platforms
New Product Launches

SOVERON AR by Rohde & Schwarz to Strengthen A-29N Super Tucano Operational Performance for Portugal’s Air Force.

The Portuguese Air Force (FAP) is set to be the inaugural user of Embraer’s A-29N Super Tucano, a light combat aircraft modified to NATO specifications. The first aircraft delivery...

$987 Million Contract Modification Granted to GDEB for Submarine Production Materials and Construction Costs.

General Dynamics Electric Boat, a subsidiary of General Dynamics, has announced a $987 million modification to its existing submarine production contract. The new agreement enhances efforts in component development,...

Safran and Pen Aviation Establish Partnership, Marking Debut Export of New Compact Optronic Technology.

Pen Aviation, an established UAV solutions provider active in both France and Asia, has signed an extended partnership agreement with Safran Electronics & Defense. This builds on their 2024...

June 19, 2025
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

KNDS France Stands as Key Armament Supplier for French RAFALE, MIRAGE, and TIGER Fleets.

KNDS France is demonstrating its comprehensive range of airborne medium-caliber systems, which are supported by deep integration know-how in weapons and ammunition. With over 780 systems currently deployed with...

MBDA’s NEODE Systems Start-Up Signs Inaugural Contract.

NEODE Systems, a start-up launched by MBDA to advance digital and AI-based defense technologies, has landed its inaugural contract from France’s DGA on behalf of the French Army. Just...

Invisio Lands SEK 145 Million Order Supporting Dismounted Soldier Capabilities.

INVISIO has received a significant contract from a new European customer for its dismounted soldier systems, with all deliveries slated for completion in 2025. This order includes INVISIO’s personal...

June 19, 2025
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Training and Simulation
Mergers & JV

HII Works with USAF and RAAF to Advance F-35 Simulated Joint Training Programs.

Achieving dominance in modern aerial warfare with the F-35 Lightning II goes beyond speed. It requires realistic virtual training, coordinated joint exercises, and global collaboration to ensure full mission...