(IN BRIEF) The Royal Thai Air Force has confirmed its selection of the Saab Gripen E/F as its future multi-role fighter, with Saab and the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) set to proceed with the procurement process. This decision includes … Read the full press release
Posted in Aviation & Aerospace, Business, Defence, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Sweden, Technology
Tagged air force modernization, airpower, fighter aircraft, Gripen C/D, Gripen E/F, Micael Johansson, national security, offset package, partnership, procurement, Royal Thai Air Force, Saab, Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV), THAILAND
(IN BRIEF) Safran Blades has opened a new state-of-the-art facility in Marchin, Belgium, designed to produce titanium compressor blades for aircraft engines. This €108 million investment strengthens Safran Aero Boosters’ position in the aeronautics sector, with the plant expected to … Read the full press release
Posted in Aviation & Aerospace, Belgium, Business, Defence, France, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Technology
Tagged Adrien Dolimont, aeronautics industry, aerospace, aerospace manufacturing, AI, Belgian government, Belgium, data analytics, European Industry, Factory 4.0, GEnx, industrial innovation, LEAP1, Olivier Andries, Pierre-Yves Jeholet, robotics, Safran, Safran Blades, SFPIM, titanium blades, Wallonia, Wallonie Entreprendre, Walloon government
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall will showcase its latest military technologies at CANSEC 2025, including the Mission Master CXT with tethered drone integration, as part of its Uncrewed Ground Systems (UGS) family. The company will also display the MSU-GP 200T turbine-powered Air … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Germany, Government, Industrial, Management, Marketing, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Air Start Unit, Arctic mobility, Arctic operations, Canadian Armed Forces, CANSEC 2025, CHER project, DAME project, defence industry, defence solutions, military technology, Mission Master CXT, MSU-GP 200T, Rheinmetall, Rheinmetall Canada, Rheinmetall PATH A-kit, Tactical Assault Kit, tethered drone, Uncrewed Ground Systems
(IN BRIEF) Nokia and blackned GmbH have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop deployable tactical communication systems for the defense sector. The collaboration integrates Nokia’s advanced 5G technology with blackned’s defense digitalization expertise to provide secure, high-performance communications solutions … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Finland, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Telecom
Tagged 5G technology, advanced communications, Battlefield Operations, blackned GmbH, defense digitalization, defense partnerships, defense sector, deployable tactical networks, military communication, mobile solutions, Nokia, partnership, Rheinmetall, secure connectivity, situational awareness, Software Defined Defense, tactical communication systems
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall Landsysteme and Indra have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to cooperate on armoured vehicle projects for the Spanish Armed Forces. This strategic partnership aims to support the modernization of Spain’s combat vehicle fleet, drawing on Rheinmetall’s … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Spain, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged Ángel Escribano, armoured vehicles, BMS, combat systems, defence modernization, Defence Technology, Eduardo Veen Martinez, European defence collaboration, Indra, Leopard 2E, military vehicle manufacturing, MoU, partnership, Rheinmetall, Spain, Spanish armed forces, VCR 8x8
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has made its first investment in a dedicated European defence fund, committing €40 million to Keen’s European Defence and Security Tech Fund. The fund will focus on early-stage companies pioneering technologies in areas … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Belgium, Business, Defence, Economy, European Union, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, Netherlands, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged Alexander Ribbink, artificial intelligence, Cybersecurity, Defence Tech Fund, Defence Technology, EIF investment, European defence, European Investment Fund, European security, Giuseppe Lacerenza, InvestEU, Keen Venture Partners, Marjut Falkstedt, partnership, robotics, security innovation, space technologies, Stéphane Séjourné, strategic autonomy, venture capital
(IN BRIEF) Thales Emarat Technologies has announced an investment in a new factory dedicated to producing Ground Master series air surveillance radars, marking a significant step in strengthening the UAE’s defense manufacturing capabilities. The facility, set to open by 2027, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, France, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged Advanced Technology, air surveillance, defense manufacturing, Emirati talent, Ground Master radars, industrial development, localization, national defense, partnership, radar technology, self-reliance, sovereign manufacturing, Tawazun, Tawazun Council, Thales, Thales Emarat Technologies, UAE, UAE defense strategy
(IN BRIEF) Leica Geosystems introduces the Leica Pegasus TRK300, an adaptable mobile mapping system designed for efficient and high-quality geospatial data collection. With its multi-beam scanner system, long-range capability, and durable design, the system ensures fast, detailed data capture in … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Defence, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Sweden, Switzerland, Technology
Tagged asset mapping, construction, Digital Twin, geospatial data, Hexagon, infrastructure mapping, Leica Geosystems, Leica Pegasus FIELD, Leica Pegasus OFFICE, Leica Pegasus TRK300, mobile mapping, point cloud data, Smart Cities, surveying, Urban Planning
(IN BRIEF) BMT and BAE Systems Australia have teamed up with AMT to bid for the Anzac Class Design Support Contract. Their combined expertise in naval engineering and their integration of AMT’s long-standing support to the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Transportation & Logistics, United Kingdom
Tagged AMT, Anzac Class, Australia Defence, BAE Systems Australia, BMT, Defence, Fleet Sustainment, Naval Engineering, partnership, Royal Australian Navy, Sovereign Maritime Solutions, Sustained Fleet, TKMS
(IN BRIEF) BMT has been named a finalist in the MCA Awards 2025, with Don Gaynor nominated for Team Leader Consultant of the Year. Don’s leadership in BMT’s P3M teams and work with Defence Digital exemplifies his commitment to fostering … Read the full press release
Posted in Awards, Business, Defence, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics, United Kingdom
Tagged Awards, BMT, business transformation, consulting, Defence Digital, Don Gaynor, economy, Environment, leadership, management consultancy, MCA Awards 2025, P3M, society, sustainability, Team Leader Consultant of the Year
(IN BRIEF) Thales has been awarded a contract by the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) to supply the Pathmaster mine countermeasures system, featuring the M-Cube mission management system, Towed Synthetic Aperture Sonar (TSAS), and the MiMap sonar data analysis tool. … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Defence, Financial, France, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged artificial intelligence, Autonomous systems, M-Cube, Maritime Safety, MiMap, mine countermeasures, mine warfare, naval defence, naval technologies, partnership, Pathmaster, Republic of Singapore Navy, Singapore, ST Engineering, Thales, Thales Singapore Defence Hub, TSAS
(IN BRIEF) SFC Energy has announced a collaboration with Polaris Government and Defense to integrate its EMILY 3000 fuel cell technology into Polaris’ MRZR tactical vehicles. This solution, tailored for NATO and allied forces, enhances mission flexibility by providing a … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged clean energy, covert operations, defense technology, EMILY 3000, energy autonomy, fuel cell technology, fuel cell-based system, fuel efficiency, military applications, military-certified, mission-critical power solutions, MRZR, NATO, partnership, POLARIS®, portable power supply, SFC Energy, SFC Energy AG, Surveillance systems, sustainability, tactical performance, tactical vehicle, UN3473
(IN BRIEF) Sener is actively involved in six key projects under the European Defence Fund (EDF) for 2024, including BEAST, AI-WASP, ePERFECT, AURIGA, and NEREUS. These projects span various defense technologies, from missile systems to autonomous navigation and multifunctional communications. … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Spain, Technology
Tagged AI-WASP, Armoured Infantry Fighting Vehicle, AURIGA, autonomous navigation, BEAST, COMMANDS, Communications, Defense Technologies, ePERFECT, EU HYDEF, European Defence Fund, European Defense, high-precision electromechanical systems, hypersonic threats, missile systems, NEREUS, Rafael Orbe, RF-CMOS, SENER, unmanned systems
(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall and ICEYE have signed an MoU to establish Rheinmetall ICEYE Space Solutions, a joint venture focused on satellite production, with an emphasis on SAR (Synthetic Aperture Radar) satellites for military and security purposes. The partnership will begin … Read the full press release
Posted in Aviation & Aerospace, Business, Defence, Finland, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged Armin Papperger, Defense, Earth observation, Germany, global defense, ICEYE, joint venture, military technology, Neuss, partnership, Rafal Modrzewski, reconnaissance, Rheinmetall, SAR, satellite imaging., satellite production, space solutions, space technology, Synthetic Aperture Radar, Technology Innovation
(IN BRIEF) Saab has received a SEK 1.3 billion order from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to supply Saab Lightweight Torpedoes (SLWT) and torpedo tubes. The deliveries are set to begin in 2026. This order, the second from Sweden … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Sweden, Technology
Tagged 2026 delivery, Baltic Sea, FMV, Kockums, Lightweight Torpedoes, Naval Defense, partnership, Saab, SLWT, submarine, Surface Ships, Swedish Armed Forces, Swedish Defence Materiel Administration, Torped 47, torpedo tubes
(IN BRIEF) Euronext has introduced a series of initiatives focused on enhancing Europe’s strategic autonomy in energy, defense, and technology. These initiatives include the launch of thematic indices targeting energy security, aerospace, defense, and strategic autonomy. Additionally, Euronext is updating … Read the full press release
Posted in Belgium, Business, Defence, Economy, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Financial, France, Government, Industrial, International Trade, Investment, Ireland, Italy, Management, Marketing, Netherlands, News, Norway, Portugal, Technology
Tagged aerospace, CAC 40 ESG, Defense, energy security, ESG indices, Euronext, European autonomy, European defense bonds, financing, funding solutions, growth hub, MIB ESG, military reserves, partnership, strategic autonomy, sustainabulity
(IN BRIEF) Lockheed Martin and Rheinmetall have strengthened their partnership to establish a European center of excellence for rockets and missile production, based in Germany. The centre will cater to the European market, supporting NATO’s defence goals and enhancing Europe’s … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged defence industry, European centre of excellence, European defence, European market, F-35, Germany, GMARS, JOBS, Lockheed Martin, Manufacturing, military aerospace, missile production, missiles, NATO, NATO commitments, partnership, regional expertise, Rheinmetall, rockets, SECURITY, technological innovation, U.S.
(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems has secured a $188.5 million contract from the U.S. Marine Corps for the production of 30 ACV-30mm vehicles. The contract, part of the FRP Lot 5/6 initiative, includes fielding support, spares, and test equipment. The ACV-30mm … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Security & Safety, Technology, Transportation & Logistics, United Kingdom
Tagged ACV-30mm, ACV-C, ACV-P, ACV-R, amphibious vehicles, BAE Systems, Charleston South Carolina, defense technology, full-rate production, Johnstown Pennsylvania, Marine Corps, military contracts, partnership, Rebecca McGrane, remote turret system, U.S. Marine Corps, York Pennsylvania
(IN BRIEF) BAE Systems has made significant strides in the development of novel energetics and propellants, following £150 million of investment since 2022 to increase UK munitions manufacturing. A newly developed continuous flow processing technique will reduce dependence on globally … Read the full press release
Posted in Defence, Government, Industrial, Investment, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged 155mm artillery, ammunition supply, BAE Systems, Cheshire, continuous flow processing, defence manufacturing, energetics, explosives production, export potential, Glascoed, high-skilled jobs, military technology, Monmouthshire, munitions innovation, nitrocellulose, Nitroglycerine, propellants, Steve Cardew, supply chain resilience, Tyne and Wear, UK defence industry, UK Ministry of Defence
(IN BRIEF) The Franco-German MGCS defense initiative has progressed with the official founding of the MGCS Project Company GmbH, a joint industrial entity formed by KNDS Deutschland, KNDS France, Rheinmetall Landsysteme, and Thales. Based in Cologne and led by Stefan … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Defence, Financial, France, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Netherlands, News, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged 2040 defense program, armored systems, BAAINBw, Bundeswehr, Cologne Germany, defense interoperability, European land systems, Franco-German defense, German Federal Cartel Office, KNDS Deutschland, KNDS France, KNDS headquarters Amsterdam, Leclerc tank replacement, Leopard 2 replacement, Main Ground Combat System, MGCS Project Company, military innovation, multi-platform combat systems, NATO defense cooperation, partnership, Rheinmetall, Rheinmetall Landsysteme, Stefan Gramolla, Thales, Thales Group
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