Northrop Grumman secures $3 billion in missile defence deals August 04, 2026 US Department of War signs framework agreements with Northrop Grumman to ramp production of PAC-3, THAAD components.
Venus Aerospace raises $91 million to advance high-thrust RDRE July 15, 2026 The round will fund Venus as the Texas-based company scales development and production, moving its RDRE propulsion system from successful flight demonstration toward deployment for a range of near-term defense and space applications.
Intel invests €5 billion to expand manufacturing in Europe July 14, 2026 Investment is expected to create permanent high-tech jobs and engage specialised tradespeople, while expanding leading-edge manufacturing capacity in Ireland.
Lockheed Martin establishes European missile systems support centre in Finland July 01, 2026 US defence contractor Lockheed Martin and Finnish technology company Insta are establishing Europe's first maintenance and support centre for the Common Fire Control System (CFCS) used in M270A2 and HIMARS rocket launchers. The facility will be located in Tampere, Finland.
Lockheed Martin, GM Defense to boost US manufacturing, defense June 22, 2026 The two companies will explore opportunities to accelerate the delivery of critical capabilities and innovation by combining Lockheed Martin’s defense production expertise with General Motors’ advanced industrial capabilities in commercial manufacturing and engineering.
Lockheed Martin secures $514 million US Space Force contract June 18, 2026 The 14 upcoming GPS IIIF satellites will deliver advanced, reliable positioning, navigation and timing capabilities for both military and civilian users.
Tessalia plans €250M semiconductor packaging site in France June 04, 2026 Foxconn, Radiall and Thales laid the foundation stone of their future JV. Tessalia is expected to have 800 employees at full production. Production is expected to start at the end of 2029 and to reach more than 50 million SiP components per year by 2033.
Iridium to acquire remaining 61% stake in Aireon for $367 million May 20, 2026 The acquisition unites Aireon’s surveillance and data services, including GPS jamming and spoofing detection, with Iridium’s global satcom network and PNT services that help keep GPS-dependent systems working in contested environments.
Jeh partners with Liebherr for landing gear components April 17, 2026 Under the Long-Term Agreement, Jeh Aerospace will manufacture and supply high-precision components for landing gear systems from its facility in Hyderabad, thus becoming part of Liebherr-Aerospace’s global industrial network.
Bharat Forge, Liebherr-Aerospace launch landing gear facility March 13, 2026 Indian company Bharat Forge now has a full-stack aerospace manufacturing portfolio across aero-engine components, airframe structures, and landing-gear sub-systems for civil and military aviation.
GA-ASI develops long-range weapons capabilities for MQ-9B March 02, 2026 So far, GA-ASI has performed all the performance analytics and is confident in MQ-9 B’s ability to carry long-range weapons over long distances, while providing a measure of persistence and endurance.
Advanced materials firm Cambium raises $100 million January 09, 2026 This funding will accelerate both Cambium’s product pipeline and materials manufacturing in the US and Europe, supporting customers across aerospace, defense, energy, marine, motorsport, and other high-performance sectors.
Tata Advanced Systems breaks ground on facility supporting C-130J January 02, 2026 Tata Advanced Systems, Lockheed Martin’s long-standing partner in manufacturing C-130 empennages and other aerostructure assemblies in India, will play a central role in operating the new facility.
Defence electronics in 2025: Key developments followed by the Evertiq audience December 22, 2025 Defence electronics has become one of the fastest-growing segments of Europe’s technology landscape. Rising military budgets, new procurement cycles, digitalisation of battlefield systems and the need for resilient supply chains are transforming the electronics industry into a strategic pillar of national security. Reading patterns on Evertiq clearly show that the audience is most interested in topics related to industrial collaboration, AI in defence, robotics, component manufacturing, sourcing, and critical materials.
Rheinmetall, Lockheed Martin successfully fire GMARS Launcher August 29, 2025 The GMARS launcher, based on the Rheinmetall HX vehicle series, offers a high degree of interoperability and interchangeability with fielded M270A2 and HIMARS launchers, making it an ideal solution for military forces operating in Europe.
Korea Zinc and Lockheed Martin ink MOU on germanium supply August 26, 2025 Korea Zinc and US defence contractor Lockheed Martin have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to supply and procure germanium and collaborate on establishing resilient critical minerals supply chains.
EP NL, Eneco invest in 200 MWH Rotterdam port battery project August 25, 2025 The battery will have a connection capacity of 50 MW and an energy storage capacity of 200 MWh, enabling it to supply electricity for four hours. This will provide more flexibility for the Dutch electricity system when the battery is put into operation in 2027.
Lockheed Martin advances maritime surveillance with AI-powered tech July 17, 2025 By leveraging AI-powered Synthetic Aperture Radar(SAR) target recognition, warfighters will be able to quickly differentiate a combatant vs. civilian vessel without the need for manual analysis.
Lockheed Martin delivers SPY-7 radar antennas to Japan July 08, 2025 With advanced detection and tracking capabilities, SPY-7 effectively counters complex threats, enabling simultaneous engagement of multiple targets and delivering a robust 21st century security capability that enhances the effectiveness of naval forces in an increasingly uncertain and dynamic environment.
Navitas partners with Powerchip for 200mm GaN production in Taiwan July 02, 2025 Navitas Semiconductor has announced plans to start 200mm GaN-on-silicon production in collaboration with Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (PSMC), marking a new phase in the company's supply chain and technology strategy.
Scanfil to manufacture control units for Emerson June 18, 2025 Finnish EMS provider Scanfil has signed a new agreement with US-based technology company Emerson to produce control units for the Rosemount Tank Radar, part of Emerson’s advanced level measurement solutions.
Komatsu achieves autonomous trolley milestone with electric drive truck June 12, 2025 By connecting haul trucks to an overhead power line during uphill travel, the system delivers electric power where it’s needed most, improving energy efficiency and enabling trucks to travel on grade faster when compared to standard diesel models.
Europe’s top 20 defence companies: Who leads the arms race? May 28, 2025 The global defence industry never sleeps. Geopolitical tensions – from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and conflict in the Middle East to the arms build-up in East Asia – are fuelling record-breaking investments in military technology and production.
Fujitsu to supply components for Lockheed Martin’s SPY-7 radar May 23, 2025 Lockheed Martin and Fujitsu have signed an MOU establishing Fujitsu as a source for the SPY-7 Subarray Suite Power Supply Line Replaceable Unit (PS LRU).
Drive TLV partners with NXP to advance smart mobility solutions May 13, 2025 Drive TLV will facilitate collaborations between NXP and participating companies, identifying startups with the necessary capabilities and technologies to tackle industry challenges and bring market-ready solutions to fruition.
GPV’s latest Slovakia factory is up and running April 02, 2025 EMS provider GPV has strengthened its operational capabilities with its new electronics factory in Piestany, Slovakia, now up and running. The 11,000-square-meter facility was prepared for production throughout 2024 and is now fully operational.
Lockheed Martin secures $5 billion US Army missile contract April 02, 2025 PrSM, a long-range precision strike missile capable of neutralizing targets beyond 400km, is compatible with the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) and Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) platforms.
Chip design centre in Cardiff to create over 100 jobs March 24, 2025 The venture will leverage Cadence’s expertise and AI-driven IC design solutions, CSA Catapult’s advanced facilities and testing capabilities, and the Welsh government’s financial support.
Scotland’s chip packaging R&D centre receives $12 million March 21, 2025 Hosted by the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS), the new facility will form part of the University of Strathclyde’s Advanced Net Zero Innovation Centre (ANZIC).
Mike Doogue takes the helm as President and CEO of Allegro March 13, 2025 Allegro MicroSystems has named Mike Doogue as President and Chief Executive Officer and as a member of the Board.
DHL and Cox Automotive launch UK EV battery service center March 11, 2025 DHL Supply Chain and Cox Automotive have announced a partnership to provide in-life EV battery services for customers.
Tata Electronics to set up display chip unit in Gujarat March 06, 2025 Tata Electronics signed an MoU with Taiwan’s Himax Technologies and PSMC to boost India’s display and ultralow power AI sensing product and technology ecosystem.