NATO has launched a multi-domain mission called Baltic Sentry to enhance the protection of critical infrastructure in the Baltic Sea. The new defense initiative will include frigates and maritime patrol aircraft and a fleet of naval drones. The mission was introduced during the Summit of Baltic Sea Allies in Helsinki, which was co-hosted by NATO...
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Brazil Hosts Mid-Planning Conference for Global Sentinel 25
The Brazilian Aerospace Operations Command hosted the mid-planning conference for Global Sentinel 25 to prepare for the upcoming capstone event, which aims to strengthen international cooperation on advancing space technologies. The three-day event, held in Brasilia in late November, brought together attendees from 30 nations to establish GS25’s technical presentations, debates and other activities. Among the...
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UK Parliament Committee Wants Tight Cost Controls on Stealth Jetfighter Program
A new report from British lawmakers has called for stricter cost controls on the trilateral Global Combat Air Programme, a collaboration between the United Kingdom, Italy and Japan aimed at developing a next-generation stealth jetfighter by 2035. According to a statement released by the British Parliament on Tuesday, the defense committee’s report recommends that London...
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Starlab Space Launches European Subsidiary to Expand International Presence
Starlab Space has officially launched Starlab Space GmbH, its first overseas subsidiary. The new subsidiary aims to showcase the company’s capabilities, foster global cooperation and expand research collaborations in the commercial low Earth orbit segment. Manfred Jaumann has been nominated as the subsidiary’s managing director. The U.S.-based commercial space station company co-owns the European subsidiary...
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US-Led Coalition Endorses Road Maps Improving Defense Aid to Ukraine
The U.S.-led Ukraine Defense Contact Group has approved eight road maps developed by the Capability Coalitions to strengthen the international community’s defense support for Ukraine. According to the U.S. Department of Defense, the road maps will guide the coalition in how best to help Ukraine meet its wartime and future force requirements, whether through donations,...
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KNDS Books $1.97B Leopard Tank Contract With Sweden
German-French defense contractor KNDS has reached an agreement with Sweden’s Defense Materiel Administration to supply the Swedish Army with new and upgraded Leopard 2A8 tanks. The contract also includes the upgrading of Sweden’s CV90 infantry fighting vehicles, Breaking Defense reported. The Swedish government announced the $1.97 billion deal on Thursday. Under the agreement, KNDS will...
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Poland Orders GE Engines to Power Its Fleet of Apache Guardians
GE Aerospace has received an order for T700 engines for Poland’s Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian helicopters. The transaction is part of the United States’ Foreign Military Sales program and will be manufactured under a contract with the U.S. Army. Amy Gowder, president and CEO of Defense & Systems at GE Aerospace, said the latest order...
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European Defense Agency to Establish Standard for Small Arms Ammunition
The European Defence Agency has started the Small Arms Ammunition Technologies project to create a common standard for small arms ammunition, improve interoperability between European armed forces and advance ammunition technology development. The agency allocated $8.6 million and tapped FN Herstal, a Belgium-based firearms manufacturer, to lead the four-year effort. Partners from nine countries form...
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QinetiQ Secures US Contract for Aerial Target Services
QinetiQ Target Systems Canada has secured a five-year contract to provide the U.S. government with uncrewed aerial target support services. The $13.3 million contract, managed by the Canadian Commercial Corp., will extend until late 2029, with an option for a six-month extension. The contract ensures that the U.S. Navy will have continued access to the...
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UK-Led Coalition Activates Reaction System to Alert Potential Undersea Infrastructure Threats
The 10-nation Joint Expeditionary Force has formed Nordic Warden, a reaction system that would alert JEF partners and NATO of potential threats to undersea cables and other infrastructure. Nordic Warden will use artificial intelligence to identify threats from various data sources, including the Automatic Identification System. It is also equipped with algorithms capable of detecting...