Netherlands and Spain strengthen support for NATO in Iraq
The Royal Netherlands Air Force and Spanish Army have expanded their roles within NATO Mission Iraq, conducting joint air operations with CH-47 Chinook helicopters.
BAE to invest £220m in advanced tech factory in Rochester
This redevelopment will enhance the capabilities of BAE Systems' UK-based Electronic Systems business, which operates at the Rochester site and is pivotal in producing sophisticated aerospace technology.
Greece expands helicopter fleet with 35 Black Hawks
Greece has finalised a purchase of 35 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters from Sikorsky, a subsidiary of Lockheed Martin, as part of a U.S. Foreign Military Sale.
QinetiQ secures $95m aerial target contract with US Army
QinetiQ has been awarded a substantial Aerial Target Systems contract from the US Army, marking the company’s first role as a prime contractor in the US for advanced aerial target systems.
Denmark to buy over 200 anti-air missiles in $744m deal
The U.S. State Department has approved a potential sale to Denmark, offering over AIM-120D missiles.
Curtains begin to close on American Harrier fleet
The shift from the Harrier to the F-35 Lightning II, while bittersweet, represents a crucial step in the U.S. Fleet Readiness Centre East's ongoing support of military readiness,
Britain to have 41 F-35 jets by May 2025, more to come
Funding has already been delegated for an additional tranche of F-35B jets for Britain beyond the number already ordered.
Britain advances laser self-defence for aircraft
In response to a question from Labour MP Luke Akehurst on funding for the air protection laser self-protection system, Defence Minister Maria Eagle outlined the approach being taken.
UK promotes procurement of advanced air-to-air missiles
The Government are promoting UK-led cooperative procurement opportunities on advanced air to air missiles.
UK evaluates expansion of combat drone production
The newly established Defence Uncrewed Design Authority is set to guide efforts by prioritising domestic production capacity in future procurements.
