Tom Kington
Tom Kington is the Italy correspondent for Defense News.
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Italy forgoes $14 billion deficit spending on defense amid wobbling economy
“Today we have other priorities. I have the priority of energy costs and the priority of responding to the needs of citizens," said the prime minister.
Arrivederci, Finmeccanica: Italian Defense Giant Rebrands as Leonardo
Finmeccanica, the Italian defense group, will change its name to Leonardo, the company said Wednesday, a move reflecting CEO Mauro Moretti’s radical restructuring of the company.
UAE To Buy 8 Italian-Made Drones
The aircraft will be equipped with EO/IR (Electro-Optical Infra-Red) cameras, radar and communications systems, Piaggio said in a statement, adding that the contract also covers logistic support and training.
EU Sharply Reminds Members of Open Markets Policy
The European Union has written to member states asking for details of recent defense procurements
Finmeccanica CEO Continues Leadership Overhaul
The shedding of senior management at Italy’s Finmeccanica proceeds apace,
Russian Aggression Drives Increase in European Defense Spending
Over two decades after the end of the Cold War, Vladimir Putin’s expansionist policies in Crimea and Ukraine have pushed European leaders to once again increase their spending on military programs, claims the report, which was funded by the European
F-35 Transatlantic Flight Featured All-Italian Support
The Italian F-35A that became the first to cross the Atlantic teamed with an Italian Eurofighter flying as its chase aircraft
Now Owned by Chinese Company, Yacht-Builder Pitches Italian Navy on Patrol Vessels
In a first for Italy, a historic local luxury yacht builder that has been bought by a Chinese state company is seeking orders from the Italian Navy for fast patrol vessels.
Anticipated Kuwaiti Deal for 28 Eurofighters Delayed
A contract for 28 Eurofighter aircraft that was expected to be signed Sunday by Kuwait has been put off for “procedural” reasons, an Italian Ministry of Defence source said.
Joint Command Experience Called Vital for Top UK Defense Job
Joint command experience is now essential to become chief of UK Defence Staff.
