Germany
Estonia and Germany are reporting growing momentum in defence-industry cooperation, with strong interest from German companies in Estonian solutions. A Berlin seminar bringing together more than 60 firms highlighted Estonia’s export ambitions and expanding bilateral industrial ties.
Sweden
Sweden strengthens its layered air defense by ordering new IRIS-T SLS launchers and logistics support from Diehl Defence, expanding a long-term partnership and complementing its recent SLM procurement.
Germany
German AI defense startup Helsing and Norway’s Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace are joining forces to build a sovereign European satellite constellation for intelligence, surveillance, targeting and secure communications by 2029.
Germany
Germany is set to approve a record €52 billion defence package next week—29 contracts in a single vote—covering vehicles, missile defence, soldier equipment, and surveillance systems. The move marks Berlin’s transition from delayed modernization to full-scale rearmament.
Germany
Germany has formally received the Israeli-built Arrow-3 missile-defense system, introducing exo-atmospheric interception capability into Europe’s air-defense network for the first time and deepening strategic ties between Berlin and Jerusalem.
Germany
Germany and Poland are preparing a 2026 defense-cooperation agreement, signaling a strategic tightening of defense ties on NATO’s eastern flank, even as historical responsibility toward Polish WWII survivors remains intertwined with the diplomatic agenda.
Germany
Germany has introduced its newest Leopard 2A8 tank and Panzerhaubitze 2000 A4 howitzer, emphasizing faster delivery times and expanded industrial output to strengthen its ground forces and reinforce NATO operational readiness.
Germany
Germany is upgrading its Army Combat Training Center under a €61 million Rheinmetall contract, adding 5G connectivity, new digital radios, and direct integration with the Bundeswehr’s battle management system to support fully networked land-warfare training.
Germany
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says the EU must transform into a “European defense union,” arguing Europe can no longer depend on the U.S. or China amid rising security threats. He calls for stronger European leadership, deeper defense integration, and closer cooperation with partners.
EUROPE
Europe’s drone ecosystem is rapidly evolving as a new generation of startups drives innovation in ISR, autonomy, and next-generation UAV systems. These seven companies stand out for their technology, momentum, and growing impact on Europe’s defense and security landscape.
Montenegro
Montenegro’s parliament approves sending troops to NATO’s NSATU mission, reinforcing support for Ukraine and elevating Podgorica’s role inside the Alliance despite domestic political tensions.
Germany
Germany is set to bring back mandatory military service for all men aged 18 and above, combining compulsory registration with a volunteer-first model and a lottery system if numbers fall short. The plan aims to build a 200,000-strong reserve force as Berlin accelerates its defense readiness.