Kosovo
Kosovo Drone Production Initiative Expands to Four Models
A private Kosovar drone manufacturer has begun producing four distinct unmanned aerial vehicle types domestically, covering small FPV platforms to larger tactical systems.
Industry
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Czech Republic
Czech Defence Group CSG Advances Amsterdam IPO Plans
Czechoslovak Group (CSG), a major Czech defence manufacturer, has revealed intentions to proceed with a public listing on Euronext Amsterdam, targeting one of Europe’s largest defence sector IPOs in 2026. The offering could potentially raise over €3 billion.
Slovenia
Slovenia Takes Over Presidency of Central European Defence Cooperation Initiative
Slovenia assumed the one-year rotating presidency of the Central European Defence Cooperation (CEDC) initiative on 1 January, a platform aimed at reinforcing defence cooperation among Central European states within EU and NATO frameworks.
Germany
Helsing Acquisition of Keybotic Underscores EU Drive Toward Defence Autonomy
German defence software firm Helsing has acquired Barcelona-based robotics startup Keybotic, marking another step in Europe’s effort to build indigenous defence technology capabilities and reduce reliance on external suppliers.
Croatia
French Minister Delegate for Europe Visits DOK-ING in Zagreb Excerpt
France’s Minister Delegate for Europe visited Croatian unmanned systems manufacturer DOK-ING in Zagreb, underscoring growing interest in European industrial capabilities for security, defense, and resilience.
Father-and-Son Team Sets World Record With 3D-Printed High-Speed Drone, Highlighting Defense-Relevant UAV Technologies
A South African father-and-son engineering team has reclaimed the Guinness World Record for the world’s fastest drone using a largely 3D-printed quadcopter design. The platform reached a verified speed of 657 km/h in December 2025.
Serbia
Serbian Army Conducts Training on M-18 Oganj Modular Rocket Launchers
A self-propelled multiple rocket launcher battalion from the Serbian Army Second Land Forces Brigade is conducting training on the M-18 Oganj modular rocket launcher. The program focuses on preparing professional personnel for operational use across a range of tactical scenarios.
Croatia
NATO General Secretary Visits Zagreb, Croatian Defence Industry Showcases Indigenous Combat Craft
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte is visiting Croatia on January 12 as part of an alliance tour, during which Croatian defence industry capabilities will be reviewed. A domestically built combat vessel by Shadows Nautics will be presented to Rutte and allied representatives.
Germany
Rheinmetall Secures €118.5 Million Contract for Puma IFV Training Simulators
Germany has awarded a €119.5 million contract for advanced Puma IFV training simulators to an industrial team led by Rheinmetall. The procurement will deliver nine fully relocatable firing and combat training systems to the Bundeswehr starting in 2027.
Poland
SAFE Deadlines Redefine Expectations for Polish and European Defense Industry
The EU’s EUR 150 billion SAFE financing framework offers a major boost to European rearmament but ties funding to strict delivery deadlines. With equipment required by 2030, defense manufacturers face unprecedented pressure to expand capacity and stabilize supply chains.
Germany
IAI Signs $3.1 Billion Follow-On Contract for Germany’s Arrow 3 Missile Defense Program
Israel Aerospace Industries has secured a follow-on contract valued at approximately $3.1 billion to expand Germany’s procurement of the Arrow 3 missile defense system. The agreement forms part of a broader bilateral program whose total value is expected to exceed $6.5 billion.
Latvia
Babcock and Frankenburg Technologies Explore Containerized Maritime Counter-Drone System
British defense firm Babcock has partnered with Latvia-based Frankenburg Technologies to explore a new, low-cost maritime counter-drone capability. The effort focuses on countering one-way attack drones using a containerized launcher and affordable interceptors designed for scalable production.