Diehl close to FEANIX drone deal with Germany, says project lead

Diehl close to FEANIX drone deal with Germany, says project lead
Diehl close to FEANIX drone deal with Germany, says project lead

The German Armed Forces said it could neither confirm nor deny the talks, but said it is “in constant communication with the industry about possible relevant developments in the defense sector.”

‘Decisive step’: Germany inks $1.3 billion short range air defense development contract

‘Decisive step’: Germany inks $1.3 billion short range air defense development contract
‘Decisive step’: Germany inks $1.3 billion short range air defense development contract

Prototypes of the new air defense system are due for qualification in 2027 so serial production can start in 2028, according to Germany’s military procurement arm BAAINBw.

Neutral nations Austria and Switzerland agree to join European Sky Shield Initiative

Neutral nations Austria and Switzerland agree to join European Sky Shield Initiative
Neutral nations Austria and Switzerland agree to join European Sky Shield Initiative

Switzerland made clear that it will “examine” areas where co-operation can be strengthened, with a plan to specifically address information exchange and training for the US-made Patriot air defense system, of which it ordered five units in June 2021.