Rocket Lab unveils new pad as firm preps first Neutron rocket launch
Once operational, Neutron will be the largest rocket to fly from the Wallops Island spaceport.
US Army awards RTX $1.7B for new missile defense radar production
The contract covers new 360-degree radars for both the U.S. Army and Poland.
NATO says all allies to meet 2% defense-spending target this year
Including the U.S., the alliance is expected to spend around US$1.6 trillion on defense in 2025, up from $1.45 trillion in 2024.
Israeli defense ministry withdraws from major UK arms exhibition
Israeli defense companies still plan to come to the DSEI defense show in London in September.
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Why is the Army chopping away at its chopper fleet?
A string of helicopter unit closures reveals an Army in transformation, The War Horse reports.
Land
US Army awards RTX $1.7B for new missile defense radar production
The contract covers new 360-degree radars for both the U.S. Army and Poland.
Pentagon
Experts: Government stake in defense firms could harm industry
Partial government ownership of firms could have a “distortive” effect on the defense industry, one analyst warned.
Pentagon CTO says Defense Innovation Unit will remain independent
Undersecretary of Defense for Research and Engineering Emil Michael said his oversight of DIU is temporary as the Pentagon seeks a permanent replacement.
Phelan establishes new Naval Rapid Capabilities Office
Navy Secretary John Phelan announced the closure of several offices and the creation of a Naval Rapid Capabilities Office that reports directly to him.
Pentagon
Pentagon CTO to oversee Defense Innovation Unit following Beck’s exit
The announcement follows former DIU Doug Beck's resignation Monday.
Defense Innovation Unit head Doug Beck resigns
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Naval
Canada shortlists German, South Korean yards for massive sub program
The new Canadian boats will be expected to operate in the Arctic under ice for weeks at a time as well as in demanding conditions on Canada’s other coasts.
Space
Rocket Lab unveils new pad as firm preps first Neutron rocket launch
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