Eurosatory 2026
Czechoslovak Group (CSG) and Ukraine's Ukrainian Armor have signed a strategic partnership agreement during Eurosatory 2026 in Paris. The deal aims to deepen industrial cooperation and expand joint defense production activities between the two companies.
Croatia
Croatian drone manufacturer Orqa has unveiled the MRM2-10AI, a tactical UAV designed for operations in electronically contested environments. The system combines hybrid communications, onboard computing, and autonomous capabilities to maintain effectiveness under jamming and GNSS disruption.
France
Texelis Defense has adopted the new name KNDS Mobility, aligning more closely with its parent KNDS Group. The rebranding does not affect ongoing contracts or operations. The move reflects a broader integration within KNDS France and a focus on mobility solutions.
Analysis
From Paris to Brussels and Celje to Abu Dhabi, a surge in military spending and geopolitical tension is reshaping the world of defense trade shows.
Defense Trade Shows
As exhibition costs rise and decision-makers plan meetings weeks in advance, defense companies are rethinking how they approach trade shows. A growing number are adopting structured pre-event visibility strategies to build awareness before the doors open.