Europe must wean off ‘addiction’ to US military, Swedish DefMin says
Speaking to Breaking Defense, Pål Jonson signaled that defense cooperation between Sweden and the US has not been impacted by recent political tensions.
Lockheed Martin Australia, Rheinmetall exploring HIMARS sustainment Down Under
Though the tie-up isn't complete, if the deal happens Lockheed would see work done on its HIMARS at a Rheinmetall center in Queensland.
Breaking Defense announces Breaking Defense Europe, a new, distinct, European edition
Breaking Defense Europe will launch May 4 with Tim Martin and Elisabeth Gosselin-Malo as co-editors.
Norway selects Hanwha Chunmoo over Euro, US systems in $2B rocket artillery deal
This marks a notable shift in Nordic defense acquisitions, which have traditionally relied heavily on European and American defense firms.
US greenlights massive, $11 billion military arms package to Taiwan
Beijing did not take the announcement well, saying the offer of the arms package "grossly violates the one-China principle," undermines stability in the region and "sends a gravely wrong signal to 'Taiwan independence' separatists forces."
Estonia proceeding with second HIMARS buy, eyeing ‘28-‘29 delivery
“This is why we are looking for additional systems for the deep strikes: It's not only HIMARS and it's not only Chunmoo,” said Estonian Minister of Defence Hanno Pevkur.
Lockheed Martin Australia awards Moog contract to develop GMLRS rocket component
“It’s a critical time right now that Australian industry has actually got a hand up to say, 'Hey, we’re here to help,'" a Lockheed executive said.
Modernizing defense enterprise IT without disrupting the mission
Government can’t stop to update systems, so modernization has to happen without interruptions.
Castelion wins first platform integration contracts for Blackbeard hypersonic missile
“While envisioned as a primary munition for CAML, Blackbeard GL is designed to be compatible with existing HIMARS platforms as an interim solution," the Army's fiscal 2026 budget said.
Estonia inks deal for South Korean rocket launchers, still pursues HIMARS
"It is necessary to increase Estonia’s deep-strike capability with additional rocket launchers,” Estonia Minister of Defence Hanno Pevkur said in a press release.
To sell weapons, prove they worked in Ukraine, say military leaders from NATO border nations
Companies at AUSA would show off “a demonstrator, [and] that’s nice,” but systems operating in Ukraine are much easier for industry to demonstrate their “actual product works," said Finland's Lt. Gen. Pasi Välimäki.
Army’s 25th ID swaps some cannons for HIMARS
“When you compare the HIMARS to a piece of towed artillery, a HIMARS can shoot and move all in one organic platform very rapidly,” 25th ID Commander Maj. Gen. Marcus Evans told reporters.
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In contested seas, autonomy has to think ahead, not just steer
As missions stretch farther and comms grow less reliable, predictive software could become the edge that keeps missions afloat.
Army eyes new program, test with Castelion’s Blackbeard hypersonic missile in 2026
"If we can build this better, faster, cheaper, both sides should be rewarded for that," said Bryon Hargis, Castelion’s founder and CEO.
Lockheed seeks European partners for missile production crunch
“There's plenty of work to go around, around the globe, so we're looking for those strategic partnerships to help us complete our mission,” said Lockheed executive Jason Reynolds.
Estonia approves $3.2B defense spending spike, locks in 5.4 percent GDP target
“The government’s decision means that we are progressing faster than before in building up Estonia’s defence capabilities – that applies to the army, the air force, as well as the navy,” said Estonia’s Prime Minister Kristen Michal.
The sights of Avalon Air Show 2025 day one [PHOTOS]
Here's what the first day of the Avalon Air Show, located just outside of Melbourne, Australia, looked like.