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Lockheed Martin Awards Localization Subcontracts for THAAD Weapon System in Saudi Arabia
2024-02-07 Read More...
Lockheed Martin has awarded two key subcontracts to industry in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for a second source for certain components in the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Weapon System under a

ASELSAN “Embarks on a Journey of Innovation” at World Defense Show
2024-02-07 Read More...
ASELSAN is exhibiting at World Defense Show, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from 04-08 February 2024. With its motivation “Embarking on a journey of innovation” at this show, the company is showcasing unique defense

DIMDEX 2024 Organising Committee Hosts Introductory Diplomat Briefing
2024-02-07 Read More...
As the eagerly awaited eighth edition of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2024) approaches, the Organising Committee convened a diplomat briefing at the prestigious Rixos Gulf Hotel

Otokar Displays its Land System Solutions at World Defense Show
2024-02-07 Read More...
The global land systems manufacturer, Otokar is making its debut at the World Defense Show (WDS) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, between February 4-8,

Photonis Showcases Night Vision Solutions & Digital Imaging Cameras at World Defense Show
2024-02-07 Read More...
Photonis (Exosens Group) is showcasing its latest night vision solutions and digital imaging cameras at World Defense Show 2024. Organized by Saudi Arabia’s General Authority for Military Industries, WDS 2024 is taking place from 4 to 8 February in

ELT Group Participates in Second Edition of World Defense Show (WDS)
2024-02-05 Read More...
ELT Group is participating in the 2024 edition of World Defense Show taking place in Riyadh from 4-8 February. At the second edition of World Defense Show visitors can find the future of defense through technological developments

HENSOLDT Showcases Strategic Innovation at World Defense Show
2024-02-05 Read More...
HENSOLDT, a global leader in sensor solutions, is presenting its latest sensor solutions at the World Defense Show (WDS) in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi

Arquus Showcases VAB MK3 Vehicle at World Defense Show
2024-02-05 Read More...
The VAB MK3 is a modular and configurable vehicle in many versions to best meet customer needs. At WDS, it is presented with its John Cockerill Defense CP WS25 turret which offers an internal reloading

HAVELSAN Showcases Latest Defense Technologies at World Defense Show 2024
2024-02-05 Read More...
At the World Defense Show (WDS), taking place from 4-8 February 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, HAVELSAN is showcasing its ground-breaking defense technologies under the theme “Coding The Trusted

India Orders 31 MQ-9B SkyGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft
2024-02-03 Read More...
The U.S. State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of India of MQ-9B Remotely Piloted Aircraft and related equipment for an estimated cost of $3.99

ROSOBORONEXPORT Doubles Russia’s Presence at World Defense Show 2024
2024-02-03 Read More...
JSC ROSOBORONEXPORT (part of Rostec State Corporation) is the organizer of Russia’s single exhibit at the World Defense Show 2024, which is from February 4 to 8, 2024 in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi

Naval Group Participates at World Defense Show
2024-02-03 Read More...
From 4 to 8 February 2024, Naval Group will attend the second edition of the World Defense Show in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Naval Group will be showcasing its leading technologies designed to meet the operational needs of

French Defence Ministry Orders 109 CAESAR MkII from KNDS’s Entity Nexter
2024-02-03 Read More...
The French Ministry of Defence (MOD) procurement and technology agency (DGA) has awarded Nexter, company of KNDS, a contract for 109 CAESAR

OCCAR-EA, Eurosam Sign 14th Amendment for FSAF-PAAMS Contract
2024-02-03 Read More...
On 30 January 2024. OCCAR-EA Director Joachim Sucker and Eurosam Managing Director Anne Diaz De Tuesta signed the 14th Contract Amendment for the FSAF-PAAMS Sustainment & Enhancement (S&E) Contract, which covers the production of

MBDA and Saab to Strengthen Cooperation
2024-02-02 Read More...
France and Sweden have expressed their desire to strengthen their defence cooperation under a new strategic partnership signed on 30 January as part of French President Emmanuel Macron’s state visit to Sweden. Anti-tank

US Foreign Military Sales Hit Record $238 Billion in 2023
2024-01-31 Read More...
Sales of U.S. military equipment to foreign governments in 2023 rose 16% to a record $238 billion, the U.S. State Department said on Monday, as countries sought to replenish stocks sent to Ukraine and prepare for major

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