Germany
Rheinmetall has completed a live demonstration of its FV-014 loitering munition at a German unmanned systems test center for a prospective NATO customer. The trials included simulated strike profiles and system validation under operational conditions.
Poland
Poland’s armed forces have banned Chinese-manufactured vehicles from entering protected military facilities, citing data security risks linked to connected car systems. The directive reflects concerns that onboard sensors and communication technologies could expose sensitive information.
France
French energetic materials specialist Eurenco has closed a €300 million syndicated loan, its largest financing to date, to underwrite major industrial expansion efforts across Europe.
Serbian and Azerbaijani defence officials met in Belgrade to assess bilateral military cooperation and outline priorities for further expansion. The discussions follow the signing of a 2026 bilateral military cooperation plan earlier this week in Baku.
Nammo has entered the operational start-up phase of its new percussion primer manufacturing facility in Vihtavuori, Finland, with full production capacity expected by 2027. The plant is set to significantly strengthen Nordic and European ammunition supply chains.
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Brussels and capitals in Southeast Europe are increasingly aligning on the strategic value of the region’s natural resources, infrastructure, and industrial base, framing them as key to European autonomy in defence and energy sectors.
Czechoslovak Group and Greece’s state-owned Hellenic Defence Systems have formalized key documentation to establish a joint ammunition production company at the Lavrio facility, marking a significant step in revitalizing domestic ordnance manufacturing
The first Excalibur Army Accelerator will bring defence technology innovators and industry experts together in February to advance prototype solutions toward field deployment. Speakers from across Europe and the United States are confirmed to lead thematic sessions and workshops.
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UK-based SatVu has raised £30 million in a new funding round supported by the NATO Innovation Fund and other investors to accelerate deployment of its thermal earth observation satellite constellation.
STARK, the German unmanned systems developer, has inaugurated a research and development hub in Ukraine and established a new operational office in Greece to strengthen its industrial presence across Europe.
Serbian and Azerbaijani defence officials met in Belgrade to assess bilateral military cooperation and outline priorities for further expansion. The discussions follow the signing of a 2026 bilateral military cooperation plan earlier this week in Baku.
Growing European demand for defence equipment is increasing interest in Greece’s industrial base, particularly in electronics, unmanned systems, and ammunition production. Exports already represent a significant share of the sector’s roughly €700 million annual turnover.
Sweden’s defence procurement agency has ordered eight Rheinmetall SeaSnake 30 naval weapon systems for the Swedish Navy, marking the first acquisition of this remote-controlled 30 mm close-in weapon system by a NATO member.
EU ministers have approved national defence investment plans worth approximately €74 billion under the bloc’s €150 billion SAFE loan instrument. The decision allows participating member states to begin accessing EU-backed financing for military procurement.
Slovakia is negotiating with the United States to acquire four additional F-16 Block 70 aircraft, expanding its planned fleet to 18 jets. The move would reinforce national air defense and deepen integration within NATO’s air policing framework.
Lithuania has announced additional military assistance to Ukraine, reinforcing its position as one of Kyiv’s most consistent European backers. The new package focuses on ammunition, equipment, and continued training support.
Poland’s intention to draw tens of billions of euros from the European Union’s SAFE defense loan facility has triggered debate over long-term fiscal exposure. Warsaw argues the mechanism enables rapid modernization without immediate budgetary strain.
Czech defense and industrial group CSG participated as a partner of the Munich Security Conference for the first time this year. The move positions the company among a limited group of industrial actors engaged in high-level transatlantic security discussions.
Ukrainian Armor has finalized the technology transfer phase with Czechoslovak Group, enabling domestic serial production of NATO-caliber artillery ammunition. The company reports that production facilities in Ukraine are now prepared for manufacturing multiple 155 mm variants.
The Belgian Ministry of Defence has contracted KNDS Deutschland for eight LEGUAN bridge-laying systems mounted on Tatra Phoenix 10×10 wheeled chassis to enhance military engineering mobility. The package includes 17 26-metre bridge spans, specialist equipment and logistics support.
