The framework agreement, of which an initial purchase of 417 million euros has already been formalized, is valid until the end of 2030 The German firm Rheinmetall has won the largest framework agreement signed to date for the supply of welding systems. The company has announced this contract worth up to €3.1 billion for the […]
Germany-Turkey; strategic agreement to secure 155mm ammunition supply.
The cooperation between Turkey and Germany is taking on a new dimension with a strategic partnership to enhance the production of 155mm artillery shells. Turkish defense company Repkon, a key player in the sector, has signed an agreement with a leading German manufacturer to establish an explosive filling facility in Germany. This project, scheduled to […]
France; Mod negotiates buy of Pinaka MRL systems from India
The domestically made Pinaka rocket system with a range of up to 90 km (56 miles) was demonstrated to a French delegation in India around three months ago and was found to be satisfactory, a second official said, speaking on condition of anonymity. “France is in active talks for Pinaka,” Ummalaneni Raja Babu, the director […]
Germany; Army opts for Leopard 3 development
The German Ministry of Defense has recently confirmed the initiation of the first contracts for the development of the future Leopard 3 tank, a crucial step in modernizing the Bundeswehr’s armored capabilities. These developments are part of Germany’s ongoing efforts to maintain a strong military fleet, with a focus on the transition until the Main […]
Russia; Army unveils new Iskander-1000 tactical missile
According to information published by the Russian Press Agency Sputnik on February 4, 2025, a new version of Russia’s Iskander surface-to-surface tactical ballistic missile, dubbed the Iskander-1000 able to reach a range of up to 1,000 in lace of the 400 km of the Iskander-M version, is set to be deployed in Ukraine in the […]
Denmark; Army commissions Leguan 2 bridge layers.
According to information published by the Danish Ministry of Defense Acquisition and Logistics Organisation (DALO) on January 30, 2025, the Danish Army Engineer Regiment has officially received new German-made Leguan 2 tracked armored bridge layer vehicles manufactured by KNDS-Germany. This delivery, marking a significant enhancement to Danish army combat engineering capabilities, was facilitated by the […]
Belgium; MoD mulls joining Franco-German MGCS program.
The Arizona agreement, finalized on February 2, 2025, outlines Belgium’s revised defense policy under the newly elected government led by Prime Minister Bart De Wever. While minor modifications may be made, the agreement discusses Belgium’s potential participation in the Main Ground Combat System (MGCS), a Franco-German initiative to develop a next-generation main battle tank (MBT) […]
France; Army orders 24 Serval 4×4 LAD C-UAV
To significantly enhance its ground forces’ air defense capabilities, the French Armed Forces Directorate General of Armaments (DGA) announced the acquisition of 24 Serval LAD (Anti-Drone) armored vehicles on January 28, 2025. This new order is part of France’s expanding investment in counter-drone technologies, driven by lessons learned from recent conflicts, especially the ongoing war […]
Germany; MoD joins development of mortar version of Finnish CAVS.
The agreement is a further development in a programme which has seen dozens of vehicles ordered by partner countries in the last year. Patria 6×6 Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) armoured personnel carrier (APC) programme, specifically related to mortar variants. The value of the agreement is approximately €50 million (US$52 million). Patria has already received […]
Latvia; MoD orders 42 ASCOD IFVs from Spain
The Latvian Ministry of Defence has awarded the Spanish company GDELS-Santa Bárbara Sistemas a contract for the supply of an initial batch of 42 Ascod infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs), including logistical support, worth an estimated €373 million. This IFV, the company explains, is the latest generation and member of the Ascod family of vehicles, adjusted […]