Germany and the Netherlands will jointly lead a new NATO command centre in Estonia from mid-2026. The headquarters will oversee exercises and help coordinate defence operations on NATO’s eastern flank.
German-Dutch Corps to Lead NATO Baltic HQ
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Heckler & Koch Profit Jumps on Orders
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German firearms manufacturer Heckler & Koch reported a sharp rise of 255% in first-quarter profit and revenue. Strong demand and long-term contracts with NATO armed forces are expected to support future business growth.
Germany Plans Mandatory Reserve Drills
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Germany is preparing legislation that would require military reservists to take part in training exercises during peacetime. The move is part of plans to expand reserve forces and strengthen military readiness.
German Brigade Holds First Major Lithuania Drill
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German troops, Leopard tanks and other military equipment have arrived in Lithuania for the first major exercise involving Germany’s new brigade. The Freedom Shield drill brings together NATO forces to train near Russia’s borders.
Ka-226T Begins Russian VK-650V Engine Flight Tests
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Rostec has started flight testing the Ka-226T helicopter fitted with the Russian-made VK-650V engine. The first 20-minute test flight evaluated stability, controllability, and engine integration with onboard systems.
First Lightweight Javelins Delivered to U.S. Army
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Raytheon and Lockheed Martin have delivered the first Lightweight Command Launch Units for the Javelin missile system to the U.S. Army as production ramps up at a modernized facility in Arizona.
Norway, France Sign Defence Pact
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Norway and France have signed the Narvik Agreement, a bilateral defence pact covering mutual military assistance, Arctic cooperation, defence industry ties and participation in French-led nuclear deterrence talks.
Thales Conducts X-Fire Test Firings
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Thales has completed the first live firings of its X-Fire launcher, a long-range land strike system being developed with Soframe as France plans future deep-strike capabilities and replacement of existing LRU systems.
ITPS Canada Orders Six M-346 Jet Trainers
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ITPS Canada has ordered six Leonardo M-346 T Block 20 advanced jet trainers, with options for an additional six for tactical fighter pilot training at the International Tactical Training Centre.
Czech Police Orders 11 Airbus H145 Helicopters
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The Czech Ministry of Interior has signed a contract with Airbus Helicopters for 11 H145 helicopters to be operated by the Czech Police Aviation Service placing the current H135 fleet .
Royal Thai Navy Orders Two C295s
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The Royal Thai Navy has ordered two Airbus C295 aircraft configured for transport, surveillance and search-and-rescue operations. The order follows an Air Force order last week for two aircraft.
UK Completes First Space Satellite Laser Data Download
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The UK has completed its first successful laser communication data download from a satellite in Low Earth Orbit, demonstrating a system intended to support faster and more secure military communications.
Rheinmetall, Harbinger Form UGV Team
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American Rheinmetall and Harbinger have formed a partnership to develop robotic and Uncrewed Ground Vehicles for combat, logistics and sustainment missions supporting U.S. Department of War modernization efforts.
Australia Completes P-8A Fleet Delivery
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The Royal Australian Air Force has received its 14th and final P-8A Poseidon aircraft, completing Australia’s planned maritime patrol fleet.
Canada Picks Saab GlobalEye AEW&C
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Canada has selected the Saab GlobalEye for acquisition and has announced negotiations with the Swedish company for the Airborne Early Warning platform, based on the Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft.
Norway Joins CAVS as Lithuania Decides Large Order
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Norway has signed the CAVS Framework Agreement, allowing serial procurement of 6×6 armoured vehicles while Lithuania has decided to buy 936 vehicles at an estimated cost of €1.5 billion.
Raytheon Gets Kuwait NASAMS Contract
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Raytheon has received a $1.02 billion U.S. Army contract to provide NASAMS fire units for Kuwait through the Foreign Military Sales program, with work set to continue through May 2031.
Italy Orders Six Airbus A330 MRTT Tankers
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Italy’s Ministry of Defence has awarded a €1.393 billion contract to Airbus Defence and Space for six A330 MRTT tanker aircraft and integrated logistics support under a Heavy Multi Role tanker fleet modernization program. The procurement process covered aircraft acquisition and long-term support arrangements over a planned period of 122 months.
Sweden Picks Naval Group’s FDI for Luleå-Class Frigate
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Sweden has initiated negotiations with France’s Naval Group for four Luleå-class frigates based on the FDI design. The vessels are planned for delivery between 2030 and 2034 and are intended to expand Swedish naval air defence capabilities while contributing to NATO operations.
MQ-25A Cleared for Low-Rate Initial Production
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The U.S. Navy has moved the MQ-25A Stingray program to Milestone C, allowing progress toward Low-Rate Initial Production. The carrier-based unmanned aircraft is designed to provide aerial refueling support and extend the operational range of carrier strike groups.
