US finalizes $4 billion military financing loan for Poland
Though Warsaw did not disclose how the new money will be spent, it could be put toward an acquisition of 32 additional F-35s, in support of an air superiority program requirement.
Poland, Canada seal defense cooperation pact, set to finalize drone deal
The new drone order "shows that Poland is moving from a country that purchased defense equipment worldwide to [now being] a producer as well,” said Poland’s Minister of National Defence Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz.
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Dwindling stockpiles and lessons learned from Ukraine and Iran are driving urgent needs for revamping manufacturing.
Belgium and India partner on local 70mm rocket assembly, wave of industry agreements
Belgian defense officials said the cooperation will strengthen European security of rocket supply.
Finland and Sweden team up to boost counter-drone defenses
“We trust one another, and together we are stronger,” said Finnish President Alexander Stubb on X, by way of welcoming the expanded, bilateral cooperation.
Spain signs off on $6.3 billion budget for joint MRTT buy with Poland
Poland’s minister of national defense said today that “at least” seven aircraft will be purchased, with his country receiving four by 2030.
UK provides Ukraine classified long-range SCALP missile blueprints
The provision to Kyiv comes alongside increased tensions between Moscow and London over the UK's support for Ukraine.
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Island surge: the Army’s Next Generation Command and Control in action
Lightning Surge exercises are turning soldier feedback on NGC2 into operational software changes in days, not years.
Germany and the Netherlands buy 69 more RCT30 infantry fighting vehicles
Manufacturer KNDS said it has developed the Boxer RCT30 as the "backbone" of Germany's new "Medium Forces."
EU lays out $18B satellite constellation plan, with Spanish firm winning key role
Overall investment in the high profile program is expected to push beyond $18 billion, with first satellite launches slated for 2029.
Rheinmetall projects $346 million naval loss after F126 frigate cancellation
The loss was a blow to Rheinmetall's new naval ambitions, but the rest of the European giant saw a large rise in revenue.
Leonardo UK CEO sees potential CCA role, but wary of funding
Clive Higgins told Breaking Defense the firm would likely pitch its experience in sensors and EW, but also saw an opening for drones developed with a Turkish partner.
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UK selects Tekever AR5 surveillance drones to succeed Watchkeeper
The acquisition is slated to see up to 24 aircraft delivered to the British Army by 2029.
What we learned about GCAP at the Farnborough Airshow
From potential new entrants to a “bridge” aircraft in the works, here’s what you need to know about GCAP.
Boeing mulls building ‘many’ Ghost Bat production hubs overseas
The US airframer also announced that Hensoldt has been added to its German MQ-28 supplier base, in support of a bid to land Berlin’s CCA requirement.
BAE unveils Brontanax, a UK-designed CCA drone
The Brontanax drone, roughly the size of a BAE Hawk trainer jet, was unveiled by newly installed Defence Secretary Wes Streeting.