Press Releases

Spire Global, Inc, a global provider of space-based data, analytics and space services, has been selected by the U.S. Space Force’s Space Systems Command for an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract under the Space Test Experiments Platform (STEP) 2.0 program. The 10-year contract has a ceiling of $237 million and is part of the Department of Defense’s broader Space Test Program. As one of 12 companies selected for the STEP 2.0 contract, Spire is eligib

Orbit Communication Systems Ltd., a leading global provider of ground, airborne, and maritime SATCOM terminals, tracking ground station solutions, and mission-critical communication systems, announces the launch of its latest breakthrough: an Advanced Audio Management System (AMS) integrated with the Wave Relay®  MANET (Mobile Ad Hoc Network)from Persistent Systems, LLC, a leader in advanced communications technology. This new solution, delivers seamless coordination, robust connecti

XTI Aerospace, Inc., a pioneer in xVTOL and powered-lift aircraft solutions, today announced a technology collaboration memorandum of understanding (MOU) with VerdeGo Aero ("VerdeGo"), a market leader in hybrid-electric propulsion technology for aircraft. XTI is seeking optimal powertrain solutions for military and civilian market opportunities within the unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) market segment. Throughout the development of its transformational TriFan 600 airplane

Legion Intelligence (formerly Yurts AI), a leading provider of scalable and secure Generative AI (GenAI) solutions for the Department of Defense, today unveiled they are working with Palantir Technologies to enhance the U.S. Special Operations Command’s (SOCOM) Mission Command System (MCS) with next-generation AI capabilities. This collaboration builds on Legion’s leadership in deploying GenAI across SOCOM’s sensitive and classified networks, leveraging cloud, hybr

Capella Space Corp., an American space tech company with data and satellite solutions for government and commercial applications, today announced a partnership with the U.S. Department of Defense, Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) to develop new synthetic aperture radar (SAR) imaging acquisition modes to support the Hybrid Space Architecture (HSA). Backed by Capella Space’s fully automated Tasking system, these enhancements will provide an unmatched ability to reliably provide low-latency i

EdgeCortix® Inc., a pioneering fabless semiconductor company specializing in energy-efficient edge Artificial Intelligence (AI), today announced it has been awarded an Other Transaction (OT) agreement by the United States Defense Innovation Unit (DIU). This marks the first time a Japanese company and its U.S.-based subsidiary have secured such an award, highlighting EdgeCortix’s growing prominence in advanced AI solutions. The OT, awarded in February 2025, empowers the DIU

The Lockheed Martin Corporation board of directors has authorized a second quarter 2025 dividend of $3.30 per share. The dividend is payable on June 27, 2025, to holders of record as of the close of business on June 2, 2025. About Lockheed Martin Lockheed Martin is a global defense technology company driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery. Our all-domain mission solutions and 21st Century Security® vision accelerate the delivery of transfor

Rocket Lab USA, Inc., a global leader in launch services and space systems, today announced it will launch its new medium-lift reusable rocket Neutron for the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) for a Rocket Cargo mission that supports point-to-point cargo transportation, establishing a new era of commercial launch capability to advance global defense logistics for the nation. The mission is scheduled for a return-to-Earth Neutron launch no earlier than 2026. The launch contra

Rheinmetall and the globally leading SAR satellite manufacturer ICEYE are further intensifying their cooperation. The two companies intend to establish a joint venture for satellite production. A memorandum of understanding to this effect was signed on May 8, 2025. Rheinmetall is to be the majority shareholder in the new joint venture named Rheinmetall ICEYE Space Solutions with 60 per cent of the shares, while ICEYE will hold 40 per cent. The foundation is still subject to definiti

Sev1Tech, a leader in providing information technology (IT), engineering, program management, C5ISR and cybersecurity systems integration and support services, was awarded a $262 million contract by the U.S. Army’s Program Executive Office, Command, Control and Communications Network. Under the contract Sev1Tech will provide continued support for Army tactical radio systems, including seamless deployment, sustainment and training. Over the next five years, Sev1Tech’s C5I

Teledyne FLIR Defense, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, has announced a number of upgrades to its Black Hornet® 4 Personal Reconnaissance System to further boost operational effectiveness for warfighters. The enhanced features are being showcased at the Special Operations Forces (SOF) Week annual conference at the Tampa Convention Center, May 6 to May 8. In development over the past year, the series of improvements include a 50% increase in Black Hornet’s radio

Raytheon, an RTX  business, successfully demonstrated the Air Space Total Awareness for Rapid Tactical Execution, or ASTARTE, system's ability to integrate with multiple military command and control systems during Project Convergence Capstone 5. Developed by a team of technologists led by Raytheon Advanced Technology, ASTARTE enhances airspace operations and deconfliction in highly congested battlespaces. The software automates the ability to provide a real-time common oper

Leidos will modernize and operate information technology systems for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) enterprise that will help the agency deter, prevent and prevail against emerging threats around the world.  As part of this IT transformation, Leidos will support DTRA's advance toward a Zero Trust cybersecurity posture. Through a recently awarded $205 million contract, Leidos will use artificial intelligence technologies to accelerate DTRA's progress toward m

NUBURU, Inc., a pioneering leader in high-power blue laser technology is proud to announce the initiation of a strategic working group dedicated to revitalizing its Blue-Laser Business Unit. This initiative is set to redefine the company’s approach to leveraging laser technology within the defense sector, promising to enhance NUBURU's market position. In alignment with the Joint-Pursuit Agreement recently signed with a defense-tech company, NUBURU aims to deploy vertical a

Gentex Corporation announced at SOF Week in Tampa, FL the public release of its next-generation Ops-Core® FAST® SF Headborne System. A global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, emergency responders, and industrial personnel, Gentex first introduced the FAST SF helmet in 2017, setting the standard for light weight, comfort, stability, and protection. Adopted as the USSOCOM FTHS helmet system, it quickly became the choice of top-tier cu