Germany
German-Ukrainian joint venture Quantum Frontline Industries has secured an expanded 2027 drone order from Ukraine’s National Guard as it prepares to increase production capacity fivefold.
Croatia
Croatia will deploy 20 stationary thermal surveillance systems along its external EU border under a €20.26 million dual-use security project.
Czechoslovak Group
CSG will showcase Tatra Force 8x8 vehicles at AUSA 2026 as the Czech group explores opportunities around the U.S. Army heavy tactical truck market.
Europe’s defense electronics boom is putting new pressure on EMC qualification. We look at seven European labs with publicly documented MIL-STD-461 capabilities, including the transition to MIL-STD-461H.
How counter-drone systems detect, identify and respond to UAVs, and what buyers should test before choosing sensors, software and effectors.
The EU Council approved five joint defense projects covering drones, air defense, maritime security, space and the eastern flank. A €325 million funding pool is available under EDIP.
Estonian defense firms are advancing interceptors, drones, counter-UAS sensors, battlefield software and portable power. Seven companies to watch in 2026.
German investment firm DTCP has secured €455 million in commitments for its defense technology fund, with investments already made in Norway and the UK.
Daily defense news, analysis and industry intelligence from Central, Eastern and Southeast Europe.
Bulgaria is restructuring its Rheinmetall ammunition project, targeting completion within 30 months while seeking full technology transfer.
Lithuania has started construction of a €50 million Leopard 2A8 assembly and repair plant in the Kaunas Free Economic Zone.
PIT-RADWAR is investing nearly PLN 90 million to expand production capacity in Poland, supporting Narew, Pilica and SAN air-defense programs.
Germany’s intelligence chiefs warn that Russia’s espionage, sabotage and hybrid operations are entering a more dangerous phase, increasing the risk of direct confrontation.
Leonardo DRS has launched tactical radar production in the UK, creating a European hub for counter-UAS, air-defense and force-protection systems.
Ondas has secured a $56 million order for electronic safe-and-arm devices supporting a European loitering munition program, backed by production operations in Poland.
Europe’s defense electronics boom is putting new pressure on EMC qualification. We look at seven European labs with publicly documented MIL-STD-461 capabilities, including the transition to MIL-STD-461H.
TU Wien hosts Austria’s Security and Defense Research Day, covering AI, critical infrastructure, intelligence and funding, with Foreus among participants.
Germany announced over €1.3 billion in Ukraine support, including funding to produce interceptor drones against jet-powered Shaheds.
Lithuania scrambled NATO jets and restricted Vilnius Airport airspace after an unidentified radar contact. A subsequent search found no suspicious objects.
BAE Systems is reportedly exploring a potential bid for Dutch counter-drone specialist Robin Radar Systems, which could be valued at about €2 billion.
The EU approved €10 million for the Balkan Medical Task Force, funding field hospitals, military medical vehicles and communications equipment.
