Tag: european defence
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Airbus Advances European Combat Drone Bid with U740 Valkyrie Flight
Airbus is one step closer to revolutionizing European defense with the successful first flight of its U740 Valkyrie combat drone, a cutting-edge uncrewed aircraft designed to transform the future of military operations. The milestone marks a major breakthrough in the development of a Collaborative Combat Aircraft for the German and other European Armed Forces.
NATO Bolsters Surveillance with Saab's GlobalEye Aircraft
NATO is taking its surveillance capabilities to new heights with the planned purchase of up to ten Saab GlobalEye aircraft, a deal that has Sweden's Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson calling it "a great day for the country's defence industry". Eleven NATO allies are joining forces to make this cutting-edge technology a reality.
Airbus Revives Sixth-Generation Fighter Plans with Team Gen 6
Airbus Defence is shaking things up in Europe's combat-air plans with the revival of its sixth-generation fighter program, joining forces with 13 industry partners as part of Team Gen 6. This bold move marks an exciting step towards European sovereignty in next-gen defence technology.
Spain in Talks to Acquire Turkish KAAN Stealth Fighter Amid FCAS Delays
Spain and Türkiye are in early talks for a potential deal that would bring the cutting-edge KAAN stealth fighter to Spanish skies, marking a new chapter in European fighter procurement. This development comes as delays plague the FCAS project, a traditional path for European fighter jets.
Fire Point Unveils Freya Low-Cost Ballistic Missile Defence Interceptor
Imagine having a powerful shield against ballistic missiles without breaking the bank - Fire Point's Project Freya makes this a reality with an estimated cost per intercept of under $1 million. This game-changing defence system is set to revolutionize ballistic-missile defence for European users.
Rheinmetall Forges Missile Alliance with Destinus to Bolster European Defence Industry
Rheinmetall and Destinus are joining forces to create a game-changing missile systems joint venture, set to supercharge Europe's defence industry with cutting-edge capabilities. This powerful alliance aims to strengthen the continent's industrial base, drive innovation, and safeguard strategic autonomy.