For Europe, it’s naval business as usual European naval companies are more interested in protecting their turfs than consolidating. October 21
Are second thoughts creeping up in French-Italian shipbuilders’ wedding? Paris is said to be uneasy about a cross-shareholding scheme between Naval Group and Fincantieri. October 10
Indian Air Force chief defends Rafale fighter deal against claims of crony capitalism India’s main opposition party, Indian National Congress, has claimed on several occasions that the Rafale deal is grossly overvalued. October 3
Mattis says US-France in talks about loosening export limits on cruise missile Pending French arms deals with Qatar and Egypt include technology still requiring Washington's approval. October 2
Naval Group: Talks with Australia still underway for sub buy Naval Group sought to play down media reports of a potential collapse of talks for a major contract with Australia for 12 ocean-going submarines. October 2
Airbus to help determine path forward for Tiger helo upgrade, missile options The de-risking studies may consider various options, such as Spike, Brimstone and MMP missiles. September 28
What will launch from France’s future aircraft carrier? The government and Navy are teaming up to find out The studies will consider the future carrier’s capability to carry the Rafale fighter jet and its successor, as well as drones. September 26
France to bolster defense spending by $2 billion. Here’s the military equipment already on order France plans to boost its 2019 defense budget to $42.2 billion, up 5 percent from the present year. September 26
France wants to buy Airbus tankers sooner A further three units will be ordered to bring the total fleet to 15 in the following years, the ministry added. September 21
Arquus to adapt additional 1,200 unarmored vehicles for French military use Communications equipment, security systems, air conditioning and comfortable seats are part of the adaptation. September 17
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