Tom Kington
Tom Kington is the Italy correspondent for Defense News.
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Italy’s sudden defense-spending uptick lacks details, economist finds
NATO is satisfied with Rome's proclaimed budget boost in line with alliance targets, despite questions over the internal mathematics.
New Effort at European UAV Raises Hopes
Operational needs of the French, German and Italian air forces and national sovereignty are key factors as the three governments gave a green light for a definition study for a future European medium-altitude, long-endurance UAV.
Details Murky on Action Vs Libyan Traffickers
As the European Union edges closer to mounting a military mission against human traffickers in Libya, and as impressive naval firepower arrives in the Mediterranean for the task, the rules of engagement appear to be getting increasingly vague.
European Ministers To Study MALE UAV Program
European defense ministers signed up on Monday to carry out a definition study for a European MALE UAV program, hailing it as a step toward ending Europe's reliance on Israeli and US drones.
Naval Work Booming at Fincantieri
This marks Giuseppe Bono's 13th year as head of Italian shipyard Fincantieri, following a spell as head of Italian defense giant Finmeccanica.
Study To Be Signed on European MALE UAV
A plan by companies in France, Germany and Italy to launch a European medium-altitude, long-endurance (MALE) UAV program will get a boost Monday when defense ministers sign a Declaration of Intent for a two-year definition study.
Deal Will Bring Selex Infrared Tech to US
As the market grows for infrared search and track (IRST) sensors that can function like radars on fighters, one American firm has signed a deal with a European counterpart that will bring to the US infrared technologies already honed on the Eurofighter.
Dutch F-35 Pilots To Train on Italian M-346
The Netherlands Air Force has struck a deal with Italy to send F-35 pilots to train in Italy on the AleniaAermacchi M-346 jet trainer, officials said on Monday.
Legal Fight May Hinder Global Sat System
The scheduled entry into service of a satellite-based global communications system, which has cost the US military $7.6 billion, is in danger of slipping thanks to legal battles in Sicily
Italian Ship Production Deal Signed
Italian state shipyard Fincantieri and Italian defense group Finmeccanica have signed a long-awaited contract to start work on a flotilla of new ships for the Italian Navy
