Finland orders Saab RBS 70 NG air defence system
Finland has placed an initial order with Saab for the RBS 70 NG short-range air defence system, extending its use of the Swedish company's ground-based missile family.
Netherlands orders Saab mobile camouflage systems
The Netherlands Ministry of Defence has signed a multi-year agreement with Saab covering the Barracuda Mobile Camouflage System, with an initial order placed for equipment to be fitted to Royal Netherlands Army Fennek reconnaissance vehicles.
Babcock extends Plymouth Argyle partnership
Babcock has extended its partnership with Plymouth Argyle for a further three years, expanding its support for the club's women's team and taking naming rights to its Foulston Park training facility.
Minister acknowledges Challenger 3 supply chain delays
Ministers acknowledge Challenger 3 supply chain delays, but say the Defence Investment Plan gives industry the certainty to work through them.
BAE gets £4m UK artillery parts framework
BAE Systems has been awarded a four-year framework agreement worth up to £4 million to supply artillery, howitzer and armoured vehicle weapon-system components to the UK Ministry of Defence, including parts associated with the 105mm Light Gun.
Norway Cleared for $270m 155mm ammunition sale
The United States has approved a possible $270 million Foreign Military Sale to Norway covering additional 155mm M795 high-explosive artillery projectiles and associated support.
Allies asked in writing for views on US bases in Europe
Allies have been sent a written questionnaire seeking their views ahead of the American review of United States force posture in Europe, the Pentagon's senior policy official has confirmed at #NATO HQ in Brussels.
British Army trials new battlefield radar in Canada
British Army gunners are testing the new Ground Based Surveillance Radar in Canada, using the lightweight system to track troops, vehicles, aircraft and drones and to help correct artillery fire.
UK moves to secure half of Devon tungsten output
The UK Government is backing the restart of the Hemerdon tungsten mine with up to £71 million, while seeking access to as much as half of its annual production for domestic requirements.
Lockheed fires rocket from Kodiak container launcher
Lockheed Martin has completed the first live-fire test of its Kodiak containerised launcher, demonstrating a system designed to carry up to 12 GMLRS rockets and deploy from air, land or sea platforms.
