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Efficient processing of high-performance fabrics for personal safety Personal protective equipment (PPE) must function flawlessly under extreme conditions. Whether in law enforcement, firefighting, military, or industrial safety applications, protective textiles such as Aramid, Kevlar® or Cordura® are required to deliver maximum resistance to heat, cuts and abrasion. However, these properties also make the materials difficult […]

BAE Systems (Eurosatory: Hall 5A, stand B371) will be committing €50 million to venture capital (VC) funds focused on backing European defence-tech start-ups. The investments will expand on the Company’s longstanding approach to investing in future technology and forms the second stage of its recently announced Launchpad programme, which aims to accelerate disruptive innovation.  A […]

Thales and Renault Group (RG) announce the signing of a partnership agreement to jointly develop and industrialise the large-scale production of Thales’ TOUTATIS loitering munition. This announcement follows the unveiling of the innovative 4 TROOP tactical vehicle, presented by the two Groups yesterday. Designed for high-intensity conflicts, the TOUTATIS short-range loitering munition provides armed forces […]

BETHESDA, Md., and DETROIT, June 16, 2026 – Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT] and GM Defense today announced a new collaboration to strengthen America’s manufacturing and defense industrial base, facilitated by the U.S. Department of War. Working under a memorandum of understanding (MOU), Lockheed Martin and GM Defense will explore opportunities to accelerate the delivery of critical […]

Paris, June 15: The Saudi Pavilion was officially inaugurated today at Eurosatory 2026, the Global Event for Defence and Security, in Paris. Organized by the General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) from 15 to 19 June, with participation of 10 Saudi entities from the public and private sectors. The exhibition convenes leading defence and security […]

Le conseil d’administration de Daher annonce la nomination de Michel Denis en tant que Directeur Général du groupe, à compter du 1er juillet 2026. The Board of Directors of Daher, chaired by Thibault Scaramanga, has decided to establish a strengthened executive leadership structure, composed of a Chief Executive Officer and Aymeric Daher, the Executive Deputy […]

During the two-day demonstration, ASELSAN showcased the coordinated operation of its counter-UAV solutions, including İHTAR, EJDERHA and GÖKBERK, highlighting the company’s layered approach to detecting, tracking and neutralizing evolving drone threats within the STEEL DOME architecture. ASELSAN Click here to read the latest issue of ESD.

With the sale of its civilian activities, the Rheinmetall Group has reached a milestone in its strategic realignment. Rheinmetall and the Munich-based industrial group AEQUITA have now signed a purchase agreement that paves the way for the future of Rheinmetall’s former Power Systems division under new management.  For some time now, Rheinmetall has been focusing […]

3rd June 2026, Hannover, Germany – Following unprecedented industry demand, DSEI Germany has announced the opening of a fourth exhibition hall ahead of its debut in March 2027. DSEI Germany will be the leading exhibition for defence and security in Germany, featuring defence manufacturers, industrial suppliers, and emerging players from every level of the supply […]

Naval business successfully integrated Rheinmetall AG, Düsseldorf, made a successful start to the current fiscal year with a further increase in sales and even higher growth in earnings. In the first three months of the 2026 fiscal year, the Group further expanded its business volume, boosted profitability and, with the first-time consolidation of the Naval […]

High‑performance integration‑ready SXGA MWIR f/4 thermal camera series pairs continuous zoom optics with advanced video processing, consistent thermal performance, and MIL‑STD‑810‑class ruggedization. Andover, MA, April 29, 2026 – MKS Inc. (NASDAQ: MKSI), a global provider of enabling technologies that transform our world, announces at SPIE Defense + Security 2026 the Ophir® KAMU long‑range MWIR f/4 […]

Ulm/Heidenheim, Germany, 20 April 2026 – The sensor system house HENSOLDT and the technology company Voith have signed a cooperation agreement. The aim is to create career opportunities for employees as part of Voith’s transformation and to actively support transitions into fields of work where demand is above average. Due to high demand in the […]

Apr 9, 2026 – Hanwha Aerospace has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Spanish defence company Indra Group to jointly offer armoured vehicle solutions for the Chilean Army and cooperate across Latin America. The signing ceremony took place at the FIDAE 2026 International Air and Space Fair in Santiago, Chile. Dong Hyeon Kim, Head of […]

After 10 years as DroneShield’s Chairman since before its Initial Public Offering in 2016, Peter James has announced his retirement from the Board and his decision to not stand for re-election at the Company’s Annual General Meeting on 29 May 2026 (AGM). As part of the Board’s ongoing renewal process, Hamish McLennan will join the […]

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. Announces its financial results for 2025, as approved by the company’s Board of Directors. 2025 Full-Year Highlights: Sales reached $6.8 billion — surpassing the $6 billion threshold for the first time. 46% of sales were to international customers. New orders totaled $10.4 billion, up from $8.3 billion in 2024. Order […]

High-calibre summit for autonomous systems draws key players from industry, politics and science to Düsseldorf For three days XPONENTIAL Europe became the vibrant centre of the European industry for uncrewed systems and robotics. From 24 to 26 March leading figures from the world of industry, politics and science came together to showcase innovations, engage in […]

Taufkirchen, 26 March 2026 – The HENSOLDT Group (“HENSOLDT”) has today published its annual report for the 2025 financial year. The report demonstrates that the company has confirmed its profitable growth trajectory and consolidated its strong competitive position. All forecasts were met and exceeded in key areas (see also the press release on the preliminary […]

The goal is to achieve a production capacity of over 100,000 systems per year As part of XPONENTIAL Europe 2026 in Düsseldorf, leading representatives of the drone industry gathered for a roundtable discussion aimed at strengthening industrial production capacities. The meeting was hosted and sponsored by Rear Admiral Christian Bock, head of the Bundeswehr Innovation […]

The German defence supplier Vincorion debuted today on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. With its initial public offering, the company is capitalising on the ongoing boom in the defence sector and opening itself up to international investors. The shares began trading on Friday in the Prime Standard after the issue price had been set at €17 […]

Babcock International Group (Babcock), the defence company, has launched a ten‑point charter designed to enable, reshape, and accelerate how the UK defence sector engages with Small-Medium sized enterprises (SMEs). The Babcock SME Engagement Charter builds on insights from the recent Next Line of Defence report, published by Babcock and the University of Exeter, which identified […]

Companies sign cooperation agreement and launch a joint initiative Ulm, Germany, 16 March 2026 – The sensor system house HENSOLDT and technology company AUMOVIO have signed a cooperation agreement. The agreement aims to open up career opportunities for AUMOVIO employees as the company realigns its global research and development activities, and to facilitate transitions into […]

Brussels, March 13, 2026.- EM&E Group, Indra Group, and Intersoft Electronics Services signed yesterday a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at BEDEX (the Brussels European Defense Exhibition & conference) to offer C-UAS to the Belgian defense market. The solution combines EM&E Group’s capabilities in electro-optics and weapon stations with Indra’s experience in radar and command-and-control systems, resulting […]