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Saab has been awarded a contract by the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for sensors and command-and-control systems intended for a ground-based air defence system solution. The total value of the order is around SEK 2.1 billion, and deliveries are scheduled for 2027-2028.
Saab awarded FMV contract for ground-based air defence system solutions
Saab has been awarded a contract by the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for sensors and command-and-control systems intended for a ground-based air defence system solution for brigades. ...
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November 25, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Saab has been awarded a contract by the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for sensors and command-and-control systems intended for a ground-based air defence system solution. The total value of the order is around SEK 2.1 billion, and deliveries are scheduled for 2027-2028.
Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa S.A. and Rheinmetall have entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to establish strategic cooperation regarding support vehicles for the Polish armed forces.
Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa, Rheinmetall sign strategic agreement on support vehicles
Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa S.A. and Rheinmetall have entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to establish strategic cooperation regarding support
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October 16, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa S.A. and Rheinmetall have entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to establish strategic cooperation regarding support vehicles for the Polish armed forces.
The Swedish Armed Forces have placed an order with Saab for support and maintenance services for the Gripen C/D and E models, extending an existing contract with the company.
Swedish Armed Forces extend Gripen maintenance contract
The Swedish Armed Forces have placed an order with Saab for support and maintenance services for the Gripen C/D and E models, extending an existing contract
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October 10, 2025 at 3:23 PM
The Swedish Armed Forces have placed an order with Saab for support and maintenance services for the Gripen C/D and E models, extending an existing contract with the company.
The first two Boeing AH-64E Apache helicopters for the Australian Army have arrived at RAAF Base Townsville, with the next two Apaches of the 29 ordered on track for delivery before the end of the year.
Australia takes delivery of first Boeing AH-64E Apache helicopters
The first two Boeing AH-64E Apache helicopters for the Australian Army have arrived at RAAF Base Townsville, with the next two Apaches of the 29 ordered on
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October 3, 2025 at 2:18 PM
The first two Boeing AH-64E Apache helicopters for the Australian Army have arrived at RAAF Base Townsville, with the next two Apaches of the 29 ordered on track for delivery before the end of the year.
The initial mobility trials for Challenger 3, the British Army’s latest main battle tank (MBT), have concluded.
First mobility trials for Challenger 3 MBT conducted
The initial mobility trials for Challenger 3, the British Army's latest main battle tank (MBT), have concluded. These trials were designed to collect
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September 13, 2025 at 6:05 PM
The initial mobility trials for Challenger 3, the British Army’s latest main battle tank (MBT), have concluded.
Allied Command Operations (ACO), which is responsible for the planning and execution of all NATO operations, will execute Eastern Sentry to bolster posture along NATO’s Eastern flank following the Russian drone incursions into Polish airspace on 10 September.
NATO launches Eastern Sentry to bolster posture along eastern flank
Allied Command Operations (ACO), which is responsible for the planning and execution of all NATO operations, will execute Eastern Sentry to bolster posture
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September 13, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Allied Command Operations (ACO), which is responsible for the planning and execution of all NATO operations, will execute Eastern Sentry to bolster posture along NATO’s Eastern flank following the Russian drone incursions into Polish airspace on 10 September.
The US State Department has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to Denmark of Integrated Battle Command System Enabled Patriot and related equipment for an estimated cost of USD 8.5 billion.
US approves sale of IBCS-enabled Patriot air-defence systems to Denmark
The US State Department has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to Denmark of Integrated Battle Command System Enabled Patriot and related
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September 5, 2025 at 7:43 PM
The US State Department has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to Denmark of Integrated Battle Command System Enabled Patriot and related equipment for an estimated cost of USD 8.5 billion.
BAE Systems has partnered with GM Defense and its associate NP Aerospace, forming team LionStrike, to provide the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) with a mobility solution aimed at swiftly modernising its ground vehicle fleet as part of the MOD’s Land Mobility Programme.
BAE Systems partners with GM Defense and NP Aerospace for UK Land Mobility Programme
BAE Systems has partnered with GM Defense and its associate NP Aerospace, forming team LionStrike, to provide the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) with a mobility
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September 5, 2025 at 7:43 PM
BAE Systems has partnered with GM Defense and its associate NP Aerospace, forming team LionStrike, to provide the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) with a mobility solution aimed at swiftly modernising its ground vehicle fleet as part of the MOD’s Land Mobility Programme.
The first CV9030 MkIV infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) for the Czech Republic Land Forces was officially unveiled at a rollout ceremony at BAE Systems Hägglunds in Sweden on 28 August.
BAE Systems rolls out first CV9030 MkIV IFV for the Czech Republic
The first CV9030 MkIV infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) for the Czech Republic Land Forces was officially unveiled at a rollout ceremony at BAE Systems
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September 5, 2025 at 7:42 PM
The first CV9030 MkIV infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) for the Czech Republic Land Forces was officially unveiled at a rollout ceremony at BAE Systems Hägglunds in Sweden on 28 August.
Motorola Solutions and Nokia have announced a strategic partnership aimed at providing a next-generation, containerised tactical communications network solution for the UK Armed Forces.
Motorola Solutions, Nokia partner for next-generation communications solution for UK Armed Forces
Motorola Solutions and Nokia have announced a strategic partnership aimed at providing a next-generation, containerised tactical communications network
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September 5, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Motorola Solutions and Nokia have announced a strategic partnership aimed at providing a next-generation, containerised tactical communications network solution for the UK Armed Forces.
Saab has been awarded a SEK 550 million contract for Giraffe 4A radar systems along with related services from a nation in Latin America.
Saab to deliver Giraffe 4A radar systems to a Latin American country
Saab has been awarded a SEK 550 million contract for Giraffe 4A radar systems along with related services from a nation in Latin America.
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September 5, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Saab has been awarded a SEK 550 million contract for Giraffe 4A radar systems along with related services from a nation in Latin America.
Boeing and the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) have completed demonstrations proving the operational viability of the MQ-28 Ghost Bat Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) four months ahead of schedule.
Boeing and Royal Australian Air Force demonstrate MQ-28 operational effectiveness
Boeing and the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) have completed demonstrations proving the operational viability of the MQ-28 Ghost Bat Collaborative Combat
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September 5, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Boeing and the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) have completed demonstrations proving the operational viability of the MQ-28 Ghost Bat Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) four months ahead of schedule.
The UK will supply Norway with Type 26 frigates designed for anti-submarine warfare in a deal worth GBP 10 billion, which was announced on 31 August.
UK to deliver Type 26 frigates to Norway
The UK will supply Norway with Type 26 frigates designed for anti-submarine warfare in a deal worth GBP 10 billion which was announced on 31 August.
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August 31, 2025 at 2:30 PM
The UK will supply Norway with Type 26 frigates designed for anti-submarine warfare in a deal worth GBP 10 billion, which was announced on 31 August.
The UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) has revealed the Project NIGHTFALL initiative aimed at creating a new tactical ballistic missile with a range exceeding 600 kilometres (372 miles) in an unprecedented timeframe.
UK launches Project NIGHTFALL to develop tactical ballistic missile
The UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) has revealed the Project NIGHTFALL initiative aimed at creating a new tactical ballistic missile with a range exceeding 600
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August 29, 2025 at 6:59 PM
The UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) has revealed the Project NIGHTFALL initiative aimed at creating a new tactical ballistic missile with a range exceeding 600 kilometres (372 miles) in an unprecedented timeframe.
Saab has revealed Nimbrix, its first-ever dedicated Counter-Unmanned Aerial System (C-UAS) missile, developed to counter the increasing threat from small drones on the battlefield.
Saab unveils new counter-UAS missile Nimbrix
Saab has revealed Nimbrix, its first-ever dedicated Counter-Unmanned Aerial System (C-UAS) missile, developed to counter the increasing threat from small
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August 29, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Saab has revealed Nimbrix, its first-ever dedicated Counter-Unmanned Aerial System (C-UAS) missile, developed to counter the increasing threat from small drones on the battlefield.
Bohemia Interactive Simulations (BISim), a fully owned subsidiary of BAE Systems, has secured a five-year enterprise license agreement to supply the Digital Virtual Trainer (DVT) for the Canadian Department of National Defence (DND), along with three optional years of maintenance support.
Canadian Army selects BISim to deliver next-generation digital training
Bohemia Interactive Simulations (BISim), a fully owned subsidiary of BAE Systems, has secured a five-year enterprise license agreement to supply the Digital
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August 29, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Bohemia Interactive Simulations (BISim), a fully owned subsidiary of BAE Systems, has secured a five-year enterprise license agreement to supply the Digital Virtual Trainer (DVT) for the Canadian Department of National Defence (DND), along with three optional years of maintenance support.
Saab has entered into a contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) and has secured an order to deliver four Gripen E/F fighter aircraft to Thailand. The total value of the order is around SEK 5.3 billion, with deliveries scheduled between 2025 and 2030.
Saab to deliver Gripen E/F fighter aircraft to Thailand
Saab has entered into a contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) and has secured an order to deliver four Gripen E/F fighter aircraft
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August 29, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Saab has entered into a contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) and has secured an order to deliver four Gripen E/F fighter aircraft to Thailand. The total value of the order is around SEK 5.3 billion, with deliveries scheduled between 2025 and 2030.
The UK Ministry of Defence’s Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) agency has awarded a GBP 118 million contract to MBDA for the manufacture and delivery of six Land Ceptor missile systems to bolster the UK’s air defence capabilities.
UK orders six additional Land Ceptor missile systems
The UK Ministry of Defence's Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) agency has awarded a GBP 118 million contract to MBDA for the manufacture and delivery
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August 23, 2025 at 3:07 PM
The UK Ministry of Defence’s Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) agency has awarded a GBP 118 million contract to MBDA for the manufacture and delivery of six Land Ceptor missile systems to bolster the UK’s air defence capabilities.
The Czech Ministry of Defence has engaged Rheinmetall to carry out extensive service and maintenance tasks for the Leopard 2A4 main battle tank (MBT) as well as the Bergepanzer 3 “Büffel” armoured recovery vehicle (ARV) in a contract worth up to EUR 250 million.
Rheinmetall to maintain Czech Leopard 2A4 MBTs and Büffel ARVs
The Czech Ministry of Defence has engaged Rheinmetall to carry out extensive service and maintenance tasks for the Leopard 2A4 main battle tank (MBT) as well
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August 15, 2025 at 6:28 PM
The Czech Ministry of Defence has engaged Rheinmetall to carry out extensive service and maintenance tasks for the Leopard 2A4 main battle tank (MBT) as well as the Bergepanzer 3 “Büffel” armoured recovery vehicle (ARV) in a contract worth up to EUR 250 million.
Saab has been awarded a contract by the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for the delivery of 22 additional CB90 Next Generation combat boats. The total value of the order is around SEK 900 million.
Sweden orders additional CB90 combat boats from Saab
Saab has been awarded a contract by the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for the delivery of 22 additional CB90 Next Generation combat boats. The total value of the order is around SEK 90...
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July 4, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Saab has been awarded a contract by the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for the delivery of 22 additional CB90 Next Generation combat boats. The total value of the order is around SEK 900 million.
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US Marines with Fox Company, 2d Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment provide security in a JLTV during an amphibious landing rehearsal for Atlantic Alliance 2025 at Onslow Beach, on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, 26 June 2025. Photo: Cpl. Alexander Lesko / US Marine Corps.
June 27, 2025 at 6:53 PM
US Marines with Fox Company, 2d Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment provide security in a JLTV during an amphibious landing rehearsal for Atlantic Alliance 2025 at Onslow Beach, on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, 26 June 2025. Photo: Cpl. Alexander Lesko / US Marine Corps.
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EUROJET Turbo GmbH has entered into a new contract with the NATO Eurofighter & Tornado Management Agency (NETMA) for the supply of up to 54 new EJ200 engines to the Italian Air Force for the Eurofighter Tranche I replacement.
EUROJET to deliver EJ200 engines for Italian Air Force Eurofighters
EUROJET Turbo GmbH has entered into a new contract with the NATO Eurofighter & Tornado Management Agency (NETMA) for the supply of up to 54 new EJ200 engines to the Italian Air Force for the Eurofight...
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June 29, 2025 at 9:13 AM
EUROJET Turbo GmbH has entered into a new contract with the NATO Eurofighter & Tornado Management Agency (NETMA) for the supply of up to 54 new EJ200 engines to the Italian Air Force for the Eurofighter Tranche I replacement.
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Sweden has become the most recent addition to the 24 countries participating in the European Sky Shield Initiative (ESSI) by selecting the medium-range IRIS-T SLM as a component of its ground-based air defence.
Sweden opts for IRIS-T SLM as part of European Sky Shield Initiative
Sweden has become the most recent addition to the 24 countries participating in the European Sky Shield Initiative (ESSI) by selecting the medium range IRIS-T SLM as a component of its ground-based ai...
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June 29, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Sweden has become the most recent addition to the 24 countries participating in the European Sky Shield Initiative (ESSI) by selecting the medium-range IRIS-T SLM as a component of its ground-based air defence.
The Latvian Ministry of Defence (MOD) announced on 1 July that the transfer of 42 Patria 6×6 armoured personnel carriers (APCs) and other military equipment to the Ukrainian Armed Forces has been approved.
Latvia to deliver 42 Patria 6x6 armoured personnel carriers to Ukraine
The Latvian Ministry of Defence (MOD) announced on 1 July that the transfer of 42 Patria 6×6 armoured personnel carriers (APCs) and other military equipment to the Ukrainian Armed Forces has been appr...
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July 4, 2025 at 1:16 PM
The Latvian Ministry of Defence (MOD) announced on 1 July that the transfer of 42 Patria 6×6 armoured personnel carriers (APCs) and other military equipment to the Ukrainian Armed Forces has been approved.
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Exercise Atlantic Alliance 25 (AA25), featuring more than 25 US Navy and Marine Corps units working alongside Dutch naval forces and British Royal Marines Commandos, gets underway in North Carolina.
Exercise Atlantic Alliance 25 gets underway in North Carolina
Exercise Atlantic Alliance 25 (AA25), featuring more than 25 US Navy and Marine Corps units working alongside Dutch naval forces and British Royal Marines Commandos gets underway in North Carolina.
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June 27, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Exercise Atlantic Alliance 25 (AA25), featuring more than 25 US Navy and Marine Corps units working alongside Dutch naval forces and British Royal Marines Commandos, gets underway in North Carolina.