Sweden has contracted MBDA UK to provide Meteor active radar-guided missiles for the armed forces’ JAS 39 Gripen C/D supersonic combat aircraft. The weapon has been operational in Stockholm’s military since 2016 and is equipped on its Gripen, Rafale, and Eurofighter fleets. MBDA, proprietor of the Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM) system, is scheduled […]
Ukraine; Sweden will deliver ASC 890 AEW aircraft to strengthen early warning capability
The transfer of the Swedish ASC 890 airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft to Ukraine is progressing as planned. This critical military assistance, first announced by the Swedish Ministry of Defense on May 29, 2024, marks a significant enhancement in Ukraine’s ability to monitor and control its airspace amid ongoing Russian invasion. The ASC […]
Spain; Marines to procure ACVs to replace US amphibious vehicles.
As reported by Defensa on March 15, 2025, Spain has selected the U.S. Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV), based on the Italian Iveco SuperAV 8×8, to replace its fleet of AAV-7 vehicles in the Marine Corps. The acquisition plan includes 34 units scheduled for procurement between 2024 and 2035. Initial delays were attributed to financial constraints, […]
Ireland; DoD mulls buy of UAVs
The EU planning notice cited that the uncrewed aerial system (UAS) would be used for predominantly for reconnaissance purposes with a greater range and endurance than drones currently operated by the Irish Defence Forces. The Irish Department of Defence (DoD) has taken the first step towards to acquire a tactical UAS platform – one with […]
Spain; Army awards Leopard 2E tanks upgrade
Spain Approves Leopard 2E Tanks with Enhanced Firepower Protection and Battlefield Integration. Indra and Rheinmetall Electronics have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to modernize the combat system of the Spanish Leopard 2E main battle tank. This agreement aims to integrate advanced technologies that align with future requirements for Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence […]
Greece; Army to receive four new French UAVs
The Hellenic army is set to receive four Patroller drones in the coming months, likely by summer, as part of a program valued at approximately €55 million. These unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) will be operated by the Army Aviation and are expected to enhance Greece’s surveillance capabilities over key areas, including the Aegean Sea and […]
Greece; Navy to modernize four Papanikolis-class submarines and order new model
As reported by OnAlert on March 13, 2025, the modernization of the four Papanikolis-class submarines and the procurement of new submarines are among the programs expected to be announced by the Greek Prime Minister in Parliament on March 27, 2025. Concurrently, the first batch of 44 SeaHake Mod4 heavy torpedoes is set to arrive at […]
Portugal; MoD discards F-35 buy in lieu of Trump’s policy towards NATO Europe
The evolution of U.S. policy toward NATO has led the Portuguese Ministry of Defense to reassess its combat aircraft acquisition strategy. This resulted in the abandonment of Lockheed Martin’s fifth-generation F-35 Lightning II stealth fighter. Defense Minister Nuno Melo confirmed this decision in an interview with the Portuguese daily Público. This Decision reflects growing concerns […]
Belarus; Local industry produced several launcher systems for the Oreshnik ballistic missile
On March 13, 2025, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko stated that the Russian Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM) has not yet been deployed in Belarus and confirmed ongoing work on related components. Speaking to reporters in the Kremlin, Lukashenko explained that while Belarus does not currently possess the missile, it has initiated manufacturing of several launchers, […]
Estonia; Army accepts Turkish-made Arma 6×6 and NMS 4×4 armored vehicles.
On March 11, 2025, the Estonian Defence Investment Centre delivered nearly 50 Turkish wheeled armored vehicles to the 2nd Infantry Brigade. The majority are Arma 6×6 armored vehicles designated for infantry units, while NMS 4×4 armored vehicles were allocated to combat support units in both the 1st and 2nd Infantry Brigades. A smaller number of […]