Rheinmetall Targets Croatia as European Hub for Autonomous Military Ground Systems
Rheinmetall Unmanned Vehicles outlines plans to develop Zagreb into a European center for autonomous military ground systems, AI and defense robotics.
Latvia
Canadian defense manufacturer Galvion wins a five-year framework worth up to €27.8 million to supply ballistic helmets to Latvia under the EU SAFE initiative.
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Republika Srpska's Orao aerospace company is exploring Russian investment as officials outline plans to expand the Bijeljina-based manufacturer into drone production.
Bosnia and Herzegovina
The UN Security Council unanimously extends EUFOR Althea's military mandate in Bosnia and Herzegovina through October 2027, maintaining the EU-led stabilization force.
Austria’s Armed Forces plan to invest approximately €320 million in military infrastructure across Lower Austria over the next four years, creating new opportunities for regional construction, technology and defense industry suppliers.
U.S. Army SATCOM modernization creates opportunities for Digital IF suppliers. ENQRY.ai analyzes ETL Systems, Croatia’s Amphinicy, Kratos and Comtech.
Austria’s Frequentis has secured a new EUROCONTROL contract through 2031 to maintain and develop ARTAS, the surveillance system supporting around 90% of Europe’s daily flights.
Germany's Quantum Systems has displayed an armed Reliant drone carrying 82mm mortar rounds and 40mm grenades, expanding the aircraft's potential strike capabilities.
Lockheed Martin's PZL Mielec will produce 13,000 F-35 wiring harnesses annually in Poland, with first deliveries in July 2027 and new Black Hawk production planned.
As Serbia's student-backed movement wins the parliamentary election, questions emerge over arms exports, Israeli defense partnerships, NATO ties and relations with Russia.
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Serbia's election-winning Student List demands renewed action in the Krušik arms export case and the resignations of intelligence chiefs as state contracts face potential scrutiny.
Estonia allocates €3 million to 18 defense project proposals as local companies and research institutions participate in more than 60 European Defence Fund applications.
The Czech Republic is preparing a new defense industry coordination platform to align military requirements with domestic manufacturers and EU defense programs.
Romania launches a review of EU SAFE defense contracts, examining supplier selection and pricing as Rheinmetall's €5.7 billion procurement package draws attention.
Poland's Nitro-Chem and three other PGZ companies met Canadian defense industry representatives in Bydgoszcz to explore new industrial partnerships.
Boeing wins a €28.6 million contract to support NATO's C-17 flight training system at Pápa Air Base in Hungary, serving 12 countries through 2029.
Rheinmetall delivers the first Caracal vehicles under an €870 million German-Dutch order, with Austria's Mercedes-Benz G GmbH supplying the chassis.
Poland earmarks €5.9 billion for drones and counter-UAS capabilities as its first General Atomics MQ-9B SkyGuardian is scheduled for delivery in January 2027.
Austria’s Armed Forces plan to invest approximately €320 million in military infrastructure across Lower Austria over the next four years, creating new opportunities for regional construction, technology and defense industry suppliers.
South Korea's LIG Defense & Aerospace has presented layered air defense solutions to Croatia, with DOK-ING, ORQA, KONČAR and other Croatian companies identified for potential cooperation.
MBDA Germany has displayed an unidentified long-range weapon resembling the DELUGE system as the Bundeswehr examines affordable 500 km strike capabilities.
The European Commission has invited all 27 EU member states to apply for €21.3 billion in remaining SAFE defense loans, prioritizing air defense, counter-drone systems, missiles and joint procurement with Ukraine.