Missiles flying off Scottish coast in huge exercise
In one of the world's largest live-fire exercises, NATO warships are testing integrated missile defence at QinetiQ’s Hebrides range – extending to about four and a half times the size of the UK. #FormidableShield
NATO AWACS aircraft arrives in Lithuania
NATO has deployed three E-3A Airborne Warning & Control System (AWACS) aircraft to Šiauliai Air Base, Lithuania, to support enhanced Vigilance Activities in the Baltic region.
QinetiQ US to deliver survivability solutions for FLRAA
The contract, awarded by Integris Composites, involves the use of QinetiQ’s 'LAST Armor' Integration solution, which the firm say offers high-performance ballistic protection for both fixed-wing transport and rotary-wing platforms.
Rolls-Royce in five-year Typhoon engine support deal
Rolls-Royce has been awarded a five-year contract with Ministry of Defence to provide maintenance and service for the EJ200 engines that power the Royal Air Force’s Typhoon aircraft.
U.S. Air Force tests combat readiness in England
The exercise, held at RAF Feltwell in Norfolk aimed to test the 100th Air Refuelling Wing's ability to generate, employ, sustain, and project combat power in a highly contested environment.
The F-35 and corrosion – The ongoing fight
The F-35 Joint Program Office is actively addressing corrosion challenges within the F-35 fleet, focusing on maintaining the aircraft’s long-term mission capability and operational reliability, according to a statement.
Norway buying hundreds of Sidewinder missiles
The $370.9 million deal includes the purchase of 300 AIM-9X Block II Sidewinder missiles.
Contract awarded for British Protector drone support
The US Department of Defense has awarded a contract worth approximately $10.8 million to provide support for the United Kingdom’s Protector drones.
British attack helicopters ‘open fire’ in Finland
British Army Apache helicopters have conducted live fire exercises in Finland as part of Exercise Mighty Arrow 25.
Leonardo reports growth, expands defence projects
Leonardo reports strong first-quarter growth in 2025, driven by increased orders, key defence partnerships, and expansion projects including unmanned technologies and military vehicles.
