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General Atomics showcased its Gambit-series unmanned combat aircraft in Germany

General Atomics showcases Gambit-series UCAV concept

General Atomics Europe (GA-Europe) and General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) have unveiled their concept for a European variant of the Gambit-series unmanned combat aircraft (UCAV) during an industry preview at Oberpfaffenhofen Special Airport. The concept pairs a flight-proven GA-ASI platform with a European mission system, offering a credible, low-risk technological pathway to deliver unmanned

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Official signing ceremony of five new MoUs © Embraer

Embraer and PGZ sign five new defence MoUs

Embraer has entered a new phase of strategic collaboration in Poland, signing five memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa S.A. (PGZ)—the country’s leading state-owned defence group—and its subsidiaries WZL-1, WZL-2, WSK “PZL-Kalisz”, and WBCKT. The MoUs lay the foundation for extensive, long-term cooperation across the aerospace and defence sectors, underscoring Embraer’s commitment to

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Daher has successfully completed the flight demonstration of Eye Pulse, a prototype MALE drone

Daher showcases Eye Pulse its prototype MALE drone

Daher has completed a successful flight demonstration of Eye Pulse, its prototype medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) drone, presented to the Directorate General of Armaments (DGA) under a call for projects agreement. The first flight, conducted at Tarbes, represents a major milestone for the company, demonstrating its ability to deliver quickly and respond effectively to defence requirements.

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KC-46A Pegasus tanker

Boeing secures new KC-46A tanker deal worth US$2.47 billion

Boeing has secured a Lot 12 contract from the U.S. Air Force for 15 additional KC-46A Pegasus tankers, a package worth US$2.47 billion. The agreement reinforces production stability and supports long-lead supply-chain activity needed to sustain output on the KC-46A line. Jake Kwasnik, Vice President and KC-46 Programme Manager, said the contract helps Boeing maintain

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Boeing will produce 96 AH-64E Apache helicopters for the Polish Armed Forces

Poland places record order for AH-64E Apaches

Boeing will produce AH-64E Apache attack helicopters for several international customers, including a landmark order of 96 aircraft for the Polish Armed Forces, under a Foreign Military Sales contract awarded by the U.S. Army and valued at nearly 4.7 billion dollars. Poland’s purchase marks the largest Apache order ever placed by a country outside the

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Concept UAV demonstrator

Sweden and GKN Aerospace fast-track new UAV programme

GKN Aerospace has begun a collaborative programme with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to create and demonstrate a new flying uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) within the next 18 months. The initiative, which reflects Sweden’s ambition to strengthen its defence capabilities, will focus on delivering a low-cost, adaptable system that can support a broad spectrum

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KC-390 Millennium demonstrator © Embraer

Embraer strikes strategic deal with ILIAS to elevate military fleet management

Embraer has entered a strategic partnership with ILIAS Solutions (ILIAS), a specialist in mission-driven defence software. The agreement aims to sharpen fleet management capabilities and strengthen operational efficiency for military operators worldwide. Under the partnership, Embraer will integrate ILIAS’s advanced software suite into its existing maintenance and logistics ecosystem for operators of the C-390 Millennium

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One of the German Navy's P-8A Poseidon aircraft

Lufthansa Technik Defense secures P-8A sustainment deal

Boeing and Lufthansa Technik Defense have signed a multi-year contract to provide comprehensive technical sustainment services for the German Navy’s expanding fleet of eight P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft. The first aircraft was delivered earlier this month. The agreement covers almost every segment of Lufthansa Technik’s global MRO portfolio, including aircraft maintenance, engine support, component

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T-7 jet © Saab

T-7 partnership poised to transform RAF training

Saab, Boeing and BAE Systems have signed a letter of intent to collaborate on the Royal Air Force’s next fast-jet trainer programme, proposing the T-7 as the backbone of a modernised training system. The agreement also positions the three companies to pursue future international pilot-training opportunities together. “Together, Boeing with Saab and now BAE Systems

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EDGE Group and Leonardo have reached a key milestone toward their joint venture in the UAE

EDGE and Leonardo move closer to Abu Dhabi defence joint venture

Following the Memorandum of Understanding signed in June between EDGE Group and Leonardo, confirming their shared intention to establish a joint venture in Abu Dhabi, both organisations have now taken another clear step towards making the project a reality. They have completed a preliminary assessment covering technology-transfer activities, market potential and the key principles for

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