News

Hanwha Aerospace will locally assemble GE’s F404 engines for FA-50 and KF-21 fighter jets, deepening Korea’s defence supply chain autonomy.

Rheinmetall has commenced construction of a new 155mm artillery ammunition plant in Lithuania, strengthening NATO’s eastern flank supply chain.

Theon International has been awarded a €100 million contract for night vision goggles under a NATO framework agreement, increasing its European order backlog.

BAE Systems wins major contract to develop advanced communication-electronics technologies for US defense applications.

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions acquires Israel-based Orbit Technologies to strengthen its satellite communications offerings.

South Korea unveils its largest defence budget increase in six years, with a strategic focus on AI-powered systems and military modernization.

Hanwha Defense USA has named Michael Coulter CEO to drive business growth in U.S. shipbuilding and defense sectors.

Conti Federal Services has secured a $97M contract for facilities modernization at Schofield Barracks, enhancing U.S. military infrastructure.

Indonesia’s Ministry of Defence and Air Force have officially taken delivery of their first Airbus A400M, advancing national military transport and operational capabilities.

Norway’s lawsuit over the failed NH90 helicopter program highlights systemic procurement challenges for European defense contractors, fueling a shift to U.S. suppliers and raising concerns about the EU’s strategic autonomy.

Germany has removed financial restrictions on its defence sector, launching a multi-billion-euro drive for new military equipment and restoring its status as a European defence powerhouse.

Honeywell designates Jim Currier as CEO and Craig Arnold as Board Chair for its forthcoming stand-alone Aerospace Technologies entity, poised to be one of America’s largest independent defense suppliers.

Systems Planning & Analysis acquires Group W, enhancing U.S. defense modeling, simulation, and wargaming capabilities to support mission-critical national security operations.

South Korea and Malaysia have signed a strategic government-to-government agreement for the joint development and production of fighter jets, warships, and missile systems, redefining defence industrial ties in the ASEAN region.

Germany has introduced a €377 billion defence blueprint focused on ambitious upgrades across land, air, sea, space, and cyber domains.