Airbus mulls boosting tanker production on ‘very high’ demand
“With the signals we’re getting from the customers, we are studying a rate increase of the MRTT,” said Jean-Brice Dumont, head of air power at Airbus.
Europe
Unmanned Leonardo jet trainers could take GCAP drone role, CEO says
The program’s focus for the next five years lies primarily on the main aircraft, but partner nations are free to explore unmanned companions on their own.
Opinion
Is the FY24 NDAA a missed opportunity for AUKUS technology sharing?
There are two things the administration should do to keep the process on track and produce usable ITAR exemptions with greater technology sharing.
Czech Republic wants to piggyback on German Leopard 2A8 tank buy
A joint order with Berlin should yield better conditions, like prices and delivery schedule, according to the Czech defense minister.
Lockheed Martin preps souped-up HIMARS demo for Germany
The company plans to offer to the Bundeswehr a launcher capable of carrying double the rocket load.
US unveils international force to defend Red Sea. Here’s what we know.
Several nations have announced their contributions to Operation Prosperity Guardian, a new multinational security initiative in the Middle East.
Opinion
The US needs more munitions to deter China
The U.S. risks being drawn into fights in three regions at the same time. This will be more than the U.S. can manage with its current munitions stores.
Czech ammo maker Colt CZ to buy Brazilian-owned competitor
Colt CZ is expected to finalize the deal in the first half of 2024.
Sweden, Denmark to send more CV90 combat vehicles to Ukraine
Sweden's defense minister said the weapons constitute a "significant addition" to Ukraine's defense.
Germany orders artillery shells for Ukraine for over $400 million
One order is from a French ammo vendor, in keeping with a German pledge to award urgent contracts to companies of partner nations.
UK officials gauge long-term defense business ties with Ukraine
European companies have begun setting up local support plants for repairing and maintaining weapon donations closer to the front lines.
