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Defence Industry Europe is a professional website dedicated to the defence industry in Europe and globally. We cover topics such as the procurement of armaments and military equipment, new defence technologies, the development of the defence business, and the companies active within this sector. Additionally, we report on political events at both European and national levels that are relevant to the defence industry. Our mission is to provide defence professionals, decision-makers, politicians, journalists, and the general public with reliable information on the European defence industry, aiming to raise awareness. We believe that the integration and consolidation of the industry will lead to numerous positive outcomes, including the strengthening of the European defence sector on a global scale, as well as the emergence of many innovations and new technologies. By pursuing joint arms projects, the European industry can position itself at the forefront of the continent’s economy while significantly enhancing EU security overall. A strong, integrated, innovative, and efficient arms industry is essential for the foundation of the armed forces of individual European states. We also hold the conviction that a strong, modern, and competitive European arms industry can serve as a means to strengthen transatlantic ties within NATO. A consolidated European defence industry can further foster technological and intellectual cooperation between Europe and North America, as well as with partner countries worldwide. For these reasons, we support all initiatives by the European Union, international organizations, and individual European countries aimed at pursuing joint arms programmes and collaborating on future technologies that will secure a global advantage for Europe and ensure full interoperability and compatibility of the equipment and weapons used by the armed forces of European countries. We are excited about the upcoming European armaments programmes and are commit

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    The Forsvarsmateriell - Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency (NDMA) has entered into an agreement with U.S. authorities to acquire the AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM), an investment worth over NOK 4 billion (EUR 340 million). This major procurement, one of the largest single defence acquisitions for the Forsvaret - Norwegian Armed Forces, will enhance Norway's air defence capabilities amid increased security concerns in the region. The missiles, produced by RTX, are intended primarily for the NASAMS ground-based air defence system, which forms the core of Norway’s air defence network. They are also compatible with Norway’s F-35A fighter jets, providing added flexibility for both ground and aerial defence applications. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/da8CxAfW #Norway #AMRAAM #NASAMS #airdefence #missile #RTX #Raytheon #defence #aerospace #military #technology #armedforces

    • The Forsvarsmateriell - Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency (NDMA) has entered into an agreement with U.S. authorities to acquire the AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM), an investment worth over NOK 4 billion (EUR 340 million). This major procurement, one of the largest single defence acquisitions for the Forsvaret - Norwegian Armed Forces, will enhance Norway's air defence capabilities amid increased security concerns in the region. The missiles, produced by RTX, are intended primarily for the NASAMS ground-based air defence system, which forms the core of Norway’s air defence network. They are also compatible with Norway’s F-35A fighter jets, providing added flexibility for both ground and aerial defence applications.
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    Saab has secured a GBP 20 million contract amendment from the UK Ministry of Defence, expanding the Instrumented Live Training (ILT-D) agreement signed in April 2024. This amendment will provide the British Army with advanced training equipment and support services for its live training exercises in Oman, with deliveries scheduled between 2024 and 2025. The new order includes Saab’s latest high-fidelity training and simulation systems, designed to replicate combat engagements realistically and provide measurable outcomes. This equipment will integrate with the Ministry of Defence’s existing Tactical Engagement Simulation (TES) system, enhancing the British Army’s capability to review and improve training performance through accurate data collection. “We are pleased to continue our long-standing support to the British Army’s training systems in the UK as well as internationally. Interoperability is at the heart of Saab training and simulation solutions, and this contract will enable seamless cooperation with the Royal Army of Oman and other key international allies and partners,” said Andy Fraser MSc CEng, Group Managing Director, Saab UK. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dg8rwHnX #Saab #UK #BritishArmy #defence #industry #military #training #technology #armedforces #simulation

    • Saab has secured a GBP 20 million contract amendment from the UK Ministry of Defence, expanding the Instrumented Live Training (ILT-D) agreement signed in April 2024. This amendment will provide the British Army with advanced training equipment and support services for its live training exercises in Oman, with deliveries scheduled between 2024 and 2025. The new order includes Saab’s latest high-fidelity training and simulation systems, designed to replicate combat engagements realistically and provide measurable outcomes. This equipment will integrate with the Ministry of Defence’s existing Tactical Engagement Simulation (TES) system, enhancing the British Army’s capability to review and improve training performance through accurate data collection. “We are pleased to continue our long-standing support to the British Army’s training systems in the UK as well as internationally. Interoperability is at the heart of Saab training and simulation solutions, and this contract will enable
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    The Czech Ministry of Defence has released detailed information on the participation of domestic industry in the CV90 infantry fighting vehicle programme, underscoring its commitment to national defence self-sufficiency. The Ministry’s agreement with Sweden mandates at least 40% Czech industry participation, though Swedish manufacturer BAE Systems Hägglunds AB anticipates surpassing this requirement, significantly expanding the involvement of Czech firms. The Ministry outlined that five core Czech suppliers — VOP CZ, s.p., EXCALIBUR ARMY spol. s r.o., VR Group, a.s., Ray Service, a.s., and Meopta s.r.o. — will play leading roles, from producing vital vehicle components to integrating advanced communications and tactical systems. Beyond these main contributors, additional Czech companies, such as Pramacom-HT and OPTOKON, will supply specialised technology like communications systems and electronic warfare solutions. This extensive domestic involvement is seen as a critical step towards ensuring the availability of support and maintenance within Czech borders, particularly in times of crisis. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dKDMCDU8 #CzechRepublic #CV90 #BAESystems #defence #industry #military #Europe #technology #armedforces #landsystems #technology #cooperation

    • The Czech Ministry of Defence has released detailed information on the participation of domestic industry in the CV90 infantry fighting vehicle programme, underscoring its commitment to national defence self-sufficiency. The Ministry’s agreement with Sweden mandates at least 40% Czech industry participation, though Swedish manufacturer BAE Systems Hägglunds AB anticipates surpassing this requirement, significantly expanding the involvement of Czech firms. The Ministry outlined that five core Czech suppliers—VOP CZ, Excalibur Army, VR Group, Ray Service, and Meopta—will play leading roles, from producing vital vehicle components to integrating advanced communications and tactical systems. Beyond these main contributors, additional Czech companies, such as Pramacom-HT and OPTOKON, will supply specialised technology like communications systems and electronic warfare solutions. This extensive domestic involvement is seen as a critical step towards ensuring the availability of support and
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    Croatia has announced plans to strengthen its military capability by purchasing Leopard 2A8 tanks from Germany. This acquisition follows an agreement between Croatian Defence Minister Ivan Anušić and German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius, aiming to enhance the Croatian Armed Forces' capacity and bolster Croatia’s strategic partnership with Germany. As part of the agreement, Croatia will deliver 30 M-84 tanks and 30 M-80 infantry fighting vehicles from its stock to Ukraine, along with spare parts and ammunition. Germany will compensate Croatia for these contributions, reducing the cost of the Leopard tanks in return, making this exchange advantageous for all parties involved, including Ukraine. The decision to procure up to 50 Leopard 2A8 tanks is a significant step in Croatia’s ongoing military modernisation efforts. Minister Anušić emphasised that this initiative complements other recent defence projects, such as the acquisition of HIMARS rocket systems and drones, underscoring Croatia’s commitment to reaching a defence spending target of 2% of GDP before the initially projected 2027 deadline. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dWBnaMTX #defence #industry #military #Europe #Germany #Croatia #KNDS #Leopard2A8 #MBT #tank #Ukraine Photo: KNDS Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG.

    • Croatia has announced plans to strengthen its military capability by purchasing Leopard 2A8 tanks from Germany. This acquisition follows an agreement between Croatian Defence Minister Ivan Anušić and German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius, aiming to enhance the Croatian Armed Forces' capacity and bolster Croatia’s strategic partnership with Germany. As part of the agreement, Croatia will deliver 30 M-84 tanks and 30 M-80 infantry fighting vehicles from its stock to Ukraine, along with spare parts and ammunition. Germany will compensate Croatia for these contributions, reducing the cost of the Leopard tanks in return, making this exchange advantageous for all parties involved, including Ukraine. The decision to procure up to 50 Leopard 2A8 tanks is a significant step in Croatia’s ongoing military modernisation efforts. Minister Anušić emphasised that this initiative complements other recent defence projects, such as the acquisition of HIMARS rocket systems and drones, underscoring
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    KONGSBERG, a prominent Norwegian technology leader in defence, maritime, and aerospace solutions, reported 19% revenue growth for Q3 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Demonstrating scalability and high profitability, the Group’s performance underscores its ability to capitalise on growing defence and sustainability-related demands worldwide. The order backlog reached a record-high NOK 96.9 billion at the end of Q3, with NOK 11.7 billion planned for delivery in Q4 2024, positioning KONGSBERG for a robust year-end finish. “Q3 was a solid, eventful quarter marked by profitable growth and crucial agreements that establish a foundation for continued expansion,” stated Geir Håøy, President and CEO of KONGSBERG. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dFADwAdx #KONGSBERG #defence #aerospace #maritime #industry #technology #Norway #Europe

    • ONGSBERG, a prominent Norwegian technology leader in defence, maritime, and aerospace solutions, reported 19% revenue growth for Q3 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Demonstrating scalability and high profitability, the Group’s performance underscores its ability to capitalise on growing defence and sustainability-related demands worldwide. The order backlog reached a record-high NOK 96.9 billion at the end of Q3, with NOK 11.7 billion planned for delivery in Q4 2024, positioning KONGSBERG for a robust year-end finish. “Q3 was a solid, eventful quarter marked by profitable growth and crucial agreements that establish a foundation for continued expansion,” stated Geir Håøy, President and CEO of KONGSBERG.
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    Lithuanian drone manufacturer RSI Europe has delivered the first batch of FPV drones, named Shpak, to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The drones were supplied under a procurement conducted by Lithuania's Defence Resource Agency in August. The Shpak is a 10-inch FPV quadcopter unmanned aerial vehicle (drone). It is designed to destroy targets by attaching explosives to them. The drone can lift up to 5 kg and has an impact initiation system that is controlled via remote control. These features make Shpak a very versatile platform for selecting explosives and targets. In addition, the Shpak has advanced radio frequency hopping technology, which enables it to defeat the enemy’s radio-electronic warfare assets. The whole system consists not only of the drones, but also of a ground control station and an antenna that allows drone operators to operate from safe positions over long distances. These FPV drones are likely to make a significant impact in the defence of Ukraine. Yuriy Butusov, a Ukrainian defence expert who spoke at the Defending Baltics conference in Vilnius on 8-9 October, repeatedly emphasized that drones are the main weapon currently used to destroy Russian forces. He shared impressive statistics showing how one Ukrainian drone unit has already destroyed over 15,000 aggressor targets since the beginning of the war. FPV drones are one of the main tools for such units. Find out more 👉 https://lnkd.in/d8UcGi7y #FPV #drone #Ukraine #Shpak #RSIEurope #Lithuania #AFU #defence #industry #military #technology #aerospace

    • Lithuanian drone manufacturer RSI Europe has delivered the first batch of FPV drones, named Shpak, to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The drones were supplied under a procurement conducted by Lithuania's Defence Resource Agency in August. The Shpak is a 10-inch FPV quadcopter unmanned aerial vehicle (drone). It is designed to destroy targets by attaching explosives to them. The drone can lift up to 5 kg and has an impact initiation system that is controlled via remote control. These features make Shpak a very versatile platform for selecting explosives and targets. In addition, the Shpak has advanced radio frequency hopping technology, which enables it to defeat the enemy’s radio-electronic warfare assets. The whole system consists not only of the drones, but also of a ground control station and an antenna that allows drone operators to operate from safe positions over long distances. These FPV drones are likely to make a significant impact in the defence of Ukraine. Yuriy Butuso
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    The Ministry of National Defence - Romania has confirmed the arrival of three additional Lockheed Martin F-16AM/BM Fighting Falcon aircraft at the 71st Air Base "General Emanoil Ionescu" in Câmpia Turzii. This fourth batch, part of Romania’s acquisition from Norway, brings the total to twelve F-16s delivered, enabling a gradual re-equipment of the 48th Fighter Squadron. This delivery is part of a EUR 388 million contract, signed in November 2022, for 32 F-16AM/BM Fighting Falcons formerly operated by Norway. These aircraft, initially phased out by the Royal Norwegian Air Force, will serve to replace Romania’s MiG-21 LanceR fleet, allowing Romania to form two new squadrons of Western multirole combat aircraft. The F-16 fleet in Romania now totals 29 aircraft, and additional pilot training is supported through Romania’s participation in the European F-16 Training Centre (EFTC) at the 86th Air Base in Fetești. This centre, with aircraft provided by the Netherlands, offers critical training for Romanian pilots as they transition to these advanced systems. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/d2Zg8GJ9 #Romania #Norway #NATO #Europe #easternflank #airforce #LockheedMartin #F16 #defence #aerospace #military #armedforces

    • The Ministry of National Defence - Romania has confirmed the arrival of three additional Lockheed Martin F-16AM/BM Fighting Falcon aircraft at the 71st Air Base "General Emanoil Ionescu" in Câmpia Turzii. This fourth batch, part of Romania’s acquisition from Norway, brings the total to twelve F-16s delivered, enabling a gradual re-equipment of the 48th Fighter Squadron. This delivery is part of a EUR 388 million contract, signed in November 2022, for 32 F-16AM/BM Fighting Falcons formerly operated by Norway. These aircraft, initially phased out by the Royal Norwegian Air Force, will serve to replace Romania’s MiG-21 LanceR fleet, allowing Romania to form two new squadrons of Western multirole combat aircraft. The F-16 fleet in Romania now totals 29 aircraft, and additional pilot training is supported through Romania’s participation in the European F-16 Training Centre (EFTC) at the 86th Air Base in Fetești. This centre, with aircraft provided by the Netherlands, offers cr
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    On October 17, in Riga, Latvia, the European Defence Fund project 5G COMPAD (5G Communications for Peacekeeping and Defence) held its first global demonstration, showcasing various 5G network deployment scenarios at sea, in the air, and on land. The demonstration was organized by 5G COMPAD consortium member LMT Innovations and took place at the military base "Daugavgrīva." During the demonstration, several innovative 5G network deployment options were presented. These included potential network coverage simulations, 5G drone tests, satellite communication integration, and other 5G applications on ships at sea. The 5G COMPAD demonstration in Latvia’s 5G testing environment allowed for the evaluation of 5G performance under various conditions and the exploration of new potential use cases. Within the 5G COMPAD project, world-leading partners from the telecom and the European defence industries join forces to enable recurrent integration of 5G and beyond into multi-dimensional robust defence communication systems to sustain effective and efficient information superiority for European armed forces. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/d-T4YeWp #5G #5GCOPMAD #EDF #EUdefence #defence #industry #technology #military #armedforces #LMT #Latvia

    • On October 17, in Riga, Latvia, the European Defence Fund project 5G COMPAD (5G Communications for Peacekeeping and Defence) held its first global demonstration, showcasing various 5G network deployment scenarios at sea, in the air, and on land. The demonstration was organized by 5G COMPAD consortium member LMT Innovations and took place at the military base "Daugavgrīva." During the demonstration, several innovative 5G network deployment options were presented. These included potential network coverage simulations, 5G drone tests, satellite communication integration, and other 5G applications on ships at sea. The 5G COMPAD demonstration in Latvia’s 5G testing environment allowed for the evaluation of 5G performance under various conditions and the exploration of new potential use cases. Within the 5G COMPAD project, world-leading partners from the telecom and the European defence industries join forces to enable recurrent integration of 5G and beyond into multi-dimensional robust
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    On October 25, the Czech Ministry of Defence signed a contract for the acquisition of two Embraer C-390 Millennium multi-mission transport aircraft. These two NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) standard aircraft will modernize and enhance the operational capabilities of the Czech Air Force. They will be able to perform a wide range of missions, such as tactical transport of troops, vehicles, and equipment, medical evacuation, firefighting, disaster management, humanitarian support, and air-to-air refueling. This contract not only strengthens the Czech Air Force but also positively impacts the local aerospace industry, which will see a significant increase in its share of production for the program, Embraer said in a press release. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dwTVymae #CzechRepublic #Europe #NATO #airforce #C390 #Millennium #aicraft #airlifter #Embraer #defence #aerospace #industry #military #technology

    • On October 25, the Czech Ministry of Defence signed a contract for the acquisition of two Embraer C-390 Millennium multi-mission transport aircraft. These two NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) standard aircraft will modernize and enhance the operational capabilities of the Czech Air Force. They will be able to perform a wide range of missions, such as tactical transport of troops, vehicles, and equipment, medical evacuation, firefighting, disaster management, humanitarian support, and air-to-air refueling. This contract not only strengthens the Czech Air Force but also positively impacts the local aerospace industry, which will see a significant increase in its share of production for the program, Embraer said in a press release.
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    Finnish Defence Minister Antti Häkkänen has authorised the Puolustusvoimat - Försvarsmakten - Finnish Defence Forces to purchase AGM-88G Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile-Extended Range (AARGM-ER) missiles, developed by Northrop Grumman. This advanced missile system is expected to significantly improve the survivability of Finland’s F-35A fighter jets in environments threatened by adversarial long-range ground-based air defence systems. The AARGM-ER missile is an advanced anti-radiation homing weapon specifically designed to target and neutralise enemy radar installations. Its integration will enhance the operational flexibility and effectiveness of Finland's new fleet of 64 Lockheed Martin F-35A aircraft, replacing the retiring F/A-18 Hornet’s capabilities. The procurement includes not only the missiles but also training services, logistical support, dimensional-mass mock-ups, spare parts, and essential technical documentation, ensuring the Finnish Defence Forces have the necessary resources for smooth integration and sustained operation. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dphUkXvd #Finland #NATO #airforce #F35 #AARGMER #antiradiation #missile #NorthropGrumman #defence #industry #military #technology #armedforces

    • Finnish Defence Minister Antti Häkkänen has authorised the Puolustusvoimat - Försvarsmakten - Finnish Defence Forces to purchase AGM-88G Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile-Extended Range (AARGM-ER) missiles, developed by Northrop Grumman. This advanced missile system is expected to significantly improve the survivability of Finland’s F-35A fighter jets in environments threatened by adversarial long-range ground-based air defence systems. The AARGM-ER missile is an advanced anti-radiation homing weapon specifically designed to target and neutralise enemy radar installations. Its integration will enhance the operational flexibility and effectiveness of Finland's new fleet of 64 Lockheed Martin F-35A aircraft, replacing the retiring F/A-18 Hornet’s capabilities. The procurement includes not only the missiles but also training services, logistical support, dimensional-mass mock-ups, spare parts, and essential technical documentation, ensuring the Finnish Defence Forces have the nec

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