L3Harris Technologies is set to deliver services in support of the Royal Moroccan Air Force’s C-130 upgrade initiative. Under a recently awarded contract from Morocco, the contractor will deliver several tasks, including avionics modifications, engine overhaul, and program depot maintenance. The work will be carried out in Texas until 2029. L3Harris offers a wide range...
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Opinion: Europe Must Replicate NATO Model to Ensure Defense, Tech Competitiveness
Europe needs to emulate NATO’s approach to establishing a competitive sovereign defense and technology sector, Wendy Anderson and Martijn Rasser wrote in an opinion piece on Breaking Defense. Anderson is a national security leader with over two decades of experience, most recently as a senior vice president at Palantir and previously chief of staff at...
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Report: China Leading in Global AI Research
China is leading the global initiative to advance artificial intelligence, according to a new report from Digital Science, a London-based research technology company. The study, “DeepSeek and the New Geopolitics of AI: China’s Ascent to Research Preeminence in AI,” disclosed that AI research initiatives in the East Asian nation have significantly grown, contributing to similar...
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Shield AI to Power Netherlands ISR Operations With UAS Offering
Shield AI has received an order from the Netherlands for eight V-BAT unmanned aircraft systems, which will benefit the Royal Netherlands Navy and Marine Corps intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance operations. Announced at the recent “Maritime Uncrewed” event, the deal is part of the Dutch Ministry of Defence’s plan to deploy battle-proven, autonomy-enabled systems that do...
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Leonardo Continues Cyber Business Expansion With Axiomatics Purchase
Italy’s Leonardo has taken over Sweden’s Axiomatics, expanding its presence in the cybersecurity segment and zero trust offering while contributing to establishing European digital autonomy. The deal is still subject to customary practices, including regulatory approval from Swedish authorities. Join us as the Potomac Officers Club gathers leaders to discuss global cooperation and the future...
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Netherlands, Norway F-35s to Support Airspace Monitoring in Eastern Europe
The Netherlands has confirmed that some of its F-35 fighter jets will join their counterparts from Norway to support a NATO command. The Potomac Officers Club’s 2025 GovCon International Summit on Oct. 16 will bring together leaders from the U.S. military, government and commercial sectors to discuss the challenges of global cooperation in defense amid...
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Nammo, Rheinmetall to Supply $500M Worth of Ammunition to Sweden
Nammo and Rheinmetall Denel Munition have received contracts from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration to supply Sweden with artillery shells, with a combined value of over $526 million. The deals ensure the nation has ample resources amid a global ammunition shortage. The contracts include a $419.9 million award for the Rheinmetall-Denel subsidiary to provide shells...
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Dell Technologies Issues Recommendations for EU AI Action Plan
Dell Technologies has released a strategic blueprint with recommendations for the European Union to prepare the deployment of an artificial intelligence action plan. The document, titled “Dell Technologies Blueprint for Making Europe an AI Continent,” outlines suggestions to establish Europe as a leader in the responsible rollout of AI-enabled solutions. “This is a defining moment,”...
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Lockheed Martin Names New VP, Regional Executive for Canada, Latin America
Lockheed Martin has appointed Kristen Leroux as vice president and regional executive for Canada and Latin America, succeeding Lorraine Ben. Leroux will report directly to Ray Piselli, the company’s VP for international business. Piselli said Leroux’s experience in developing and growing businesses will ensure Lockheed Martin continues to deliver world-class solutions to meet customers’ evolving...
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AgEagle Aerial Systems to Showcase Autonomous Drone Teaming Capabilities
AgEagle Aerial Systems is set to demonstrate the capabilities of a new artificial intelligence-powered unmanned aerial system teaming solution capable of providing real-time situational intelligence for border security and surveillance missions. Join us on July 31 as The Potomac Officers Club hosts the 2025 Air and Space Summit, an opportunity for defense stakeholders to know...