Croatia
Croatian robotics and unmanned systems company DOK-ING has officially begun operating as Rheinmetall Unmanned Vehicles Ltd after Germany's Rheinmetall acquired a 51% majority stake.
Serbia
Serbia has confirmed the acquisition of the Chinese HQ-9B long range surface-to-air missile system, marking a significant expansion of the country's integrated air defense capabilities. The purchase further deepens defense cooperation between Belgrade and Beijing.
Poland
Poland has paused plans to transfer its remaining MiG-29 fighter aircraft to Ukraine following a dispute over access to Ukrainian drone technology. The decision comes as political tensions between Warsaw and Kyiv have intensified in recent weeks.
Croatian robotics and unmanned systems company DOK-ING has officially begun operating as Rheinmetall Unmanned Vehicles Ltd after Germany's Rheinmetall acquired a 51% majority stake.
Croatian drone technology company Orqa and Canada's Remote Robotic Systems have signed an exclusive agreement to expand production of Orqa systems and components in Canada.
The European Innovation Council has introduced its first dedicated defense funding initiative after new EU rules expanded the agency's mandate to include dual use and defense technologies. The €100 million program is intended to help European defense startups secure late stage financing.
Israeli autonomous robotics company XTEND has received approximately $9 million in new defense orders from a customer in the Middle East.
Federal and Remington, part of CSG-owned Kinetic Group, have secured all four categories of the FBI’s latest rifle ammunition contract, reinforcing the company’s growing position in the U.S. ammunition market.
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Latvia will strengthen air defense coverage along its eastern border by deploying additional radar and interception systems in the near future. The move reflects growing concern over unauthorized drone incursions and broader efforts to reinforce NATO's northeastern flank.
Croatian drone technology company Orqa and Canada's Remote Robotic Systems have signed an exclusive agreement to expand production of Orqa systems and components in Canada.
Poland's Armament Agency has attracted 20 potential participants to preliminary consultations for a future laser directed energy weapon program. The initiative is intended to support the development of counter drone and short range air defense capabilities.
The European Innovation Council has introduced its first dedicated defense funding initiative after new EU rules expanded the agency's mandate to include dual use and defense technologies. The €100 million program is intended to help European defense startups secure late stage financing.
Estonia has taken delivery of its first IRIS-T SLM medium range air defense fire unit, marking a significant milestone in the country's air defense modernization program. The delivery strengthens Estonia's layered air defense capability and advances a joint procurement effort with Latvia.
Bulgaria is seeking to deepen its strategic partnership with the United States by expanding cooperation in defense, energy security, and high technology sectors. The initiative also aims to increase U.S. investment and strengthen industrial collaboration.
Saab has signed a contract with Poland for the production and delivery of three A26 submarines under one of Europe's largest recent naval procurement programs. The agreement includes weapons, training, and support, with deliveries continuing through 2038.
The Serbian Ministry of Defense presented newly introduced and upgraded military systems during a Vidovdan equipment display at Batajnica Air Base, followed by a live-fire demonstration at the Pasuljanske Livade training area.
Romania has signed a framework agreement worth more than €2 billion for new short range and very short range air defense systems supplied by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems.
A Latvian drone manufacturer has been acquired by an Israeli defense technology group, marking another step in the international expansion of Latvia's unmanned systems sector.
Israeli autonomous robotics company XTEND has received approximately $9 million in new defense orders from a customer in the Middle East.
Ukrainian and Polish defense companies have agreed to cooperate on the development and production of small turbojet engines for cruise missiles and unmanned aerial systems. The partnership aims to expand manufacturing capacity and strengthen defense industrial cooperation between the two countries.
