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
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
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
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
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
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
The Kingdom of Morocco has signed a contract with Airbus Helicopters for ten H225M helicopters, marking a major modernisation step for the Royal Moroccan Air Force. The new aircraft will be configured for combat search and rescue operations and will replace the service’s ageing Puma fleet, which has been in operation for more than four
Saab has finalised a major defence contract with the Colombian Government, securing an order for 17 Gripen E/F fighter aircraft valued at €3.1 billion. Under the agreement, deliveries are scheduled to run from 2026 through to 2032. The package comprises 15 single-seat Gripen E jets and two dual-seat Gripen F aircraft, supported by a suite
Jet Aviation has purchased three Pilatus PC-24 aircraft to lease to the French Navy. The deal also includes full maintenance and sustainment support for the length of the contract. The agreement, signed with the French Defence Ministry’s aviation maintenance branch (DMAé), covers both delivery and ongoing service. Jet Aviation will provide on-site line and base
GE Aerospace has signed an MOU with Military Aviation Works No. 2 (WZL-2) in Warsaw, Poland, to explore opportunities for developing MRO services for the F110-GE-129 engine that powers Boeing’s F-15EX fighter jet. The MOU was signed in Warsaw by Jakub Gazda, CEO of WZL-2, Zbigniew Matuszczak, Technical Director and Management Board Member at WZL-2,
