California-based Muon Space has secured a $44.6 million Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase III Other Transaction Agreement (OTA) from the U.S. Space Force (USSF) to demonstrate a dual-use low...
The United States Coast Guard’s newest polar security cutter, USCGC Storis (WMSP-919), has successfully completed its first operational patrol in the Arctic. The mission included surveillance of Chinese naval vessels...
In a strategic move to deepen its footprint in the electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) sensor market for defense and aerospace applications, Safran Data Systems Inc. (DSI), a subsidiary of French aerospace group...
As demand for affordable medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) combat drones intensifies globally, China is positioning its upgraded CH-3D unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) to directly compete with the Turkish Bayraktar TB2....
At Intergeo 2025 in Stuttgart, Germany, Swiss drone manufacturer Xer unveiled its X8 hybrid-electric UAV — a vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) platform tailored for long-endurance infrastructure inspection and intelligence,...
The Royal Navy deployed a Wildcat HMA2 helicopter to participate in a French-led multinational counter-drone exercise held in Brittany. The exercise focused on testing integrated airborne and ground-based capabilities against...
The Royal Air Force (RAF) has officially retired its MQ-9A Reaper Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) after more than 15 years of operational service. The final flight took place at...
Firefly Aerospace has announced the acquisition of SciTec Inc., a move aimed at significantly expanding its footprint in the national security space sector. The deal brings together Firefly’s responsive launch...
The Royal Canadian Navy’s newest Halifax-class frigate, HMCS William Hall (FFH 433), has successfully concluded its participation in Operation Nanook 2025—Canada’s premier annual Arctic military exercise. The deployment underscores Ottawa’s...
The United Kingdom has significantly expanded its international defense-related space cooperation by establishing 23 new collaborative agreements across academia, industry, and foreign governments. The move underscores the Ministry of Defence’s...
