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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Redwire Partners With Japan Startup to Advance AI, Digital Engineering in Space
Redwire has signed a memorandum of understanding with Tokyo-based startup SpaceData to collaborate on artificial intelligence and digital engineering technologies for space-based programs. The partnership will focus on integrating SpaceData’s technologies into Redwire’s digital ecosystem for activities supporting the International Space Station. The companies will also explore combined solutions for NASA’s commercial low Earth orbit...
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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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BlackSky Grants International Client Gen-3 Satellite Access to Support Ukraine
BlackSky Technology has secured a new contract with an international customer that grants early access to its next-generation Gen-3 imaging capabilities to support Ukraine. The agreement extends the unnamed client’s current subscription by adding sharper satellite imagery to its existing Gen-2 data collection services. According to BlackSky, both generations of satellites can now be used...
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Parsons Wins Contract to Oversee Dubai Metro Blue Line Development
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has tapped Parsons as the project management consultant for the Dubai Metro Blue Line project. The five-year contract announced Tuesday aligns with the emirate’s push to expand safe and sustainable mobility under its D33 Economic Agenda. Parsons said it will oversee the project from design review and procurement support to...
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Maxar Secures $205M Contracts in Middle East, Africa for Sovereign GEOINT
Maxar Intelligence has signed three new multiyear contracts worth $204.7 million to enhance the independent defense and intelligence capabilities of undisclosed clients from the Middle East and Africa. According to Maxar, the contracts are part of its Direct Access Program, which provides customers access to its satellite constellation and geospatial intelligence products. These offerings include...
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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...