US Needs to ‘Put Its Footprint Back on Greenland’: Trump Envoy
The US special envoy to Greenland, the Arctic island coveted by President Donald Trump, told AFP on Wednesday that Washington needs to rebuild its presence in the Danish autonomous territory.
US Coast Guard Finalizes $3.5B Contract for Five Arctic Security Cutters
The US Coast Guard has finalized a $3.5-billion contract for Davie Defense to supply a new class of polar icebreaker vessels comprising five Arctic Security Cutters.
Baylor University Launches Arctic Lab to Study Cold’s Impact on Troops
Baylor University in Texas has opened a facility designed to simulate Arctic conditions and study how cold affects US warfighters and first responders.
Canada to Test Archer Troposcatter System in Arctic, European Deployments
US-based firm Ultra I&C will supply its Archer troposcatter communication system for operational trials with the Canadian Armed Forces.
South 8, 3ME Team Up on Military Battery for Arctic Ops
American energy solutions company South 8 Technologies and Australian partner 3ME Technology have signed a letter of intent to develop a next-generation lithium-ion battery for defense operations in the Arctic.
UK Leverages Drones to Move Gear Across Extreme Arctic Terrain
The UK Royal Marines has achieved a series of operational firsts with heavy-lift drones during a deployment in Norway.
‘No Thanks’: Greenland, Denmark Reject Trump’s Hospital Ship Offer
Denmark and its territory Greenland on Sunday rejected Donald Trump's offer to send a naval hospital ship to the Arctic island coveted by the US leader.
UK to Deploy Aircraft Carrier Group to Arctic This Year: PM
Britain will deploy its aircraft carrier group to the North Atlantic this year in a "powerful show of force" against Russian threats in the Arctic, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Saturday.
US Coast Guard Taps Davie Defense for Five Arctic Security Cutters
Davie Defense has secured a contract to build five new Arctic Security Cutters for the US Coast Guard.
NATO Launches ‘Arctic Sentry’ Mission After Greenland Crisis
NATO on Wednesday said it had launched a new mission to bolster security in the Arctic, in a move to assuage US President Donald Trump after he backed off claims on Greenland.
UK to Double Troops in Norway to Defend Against ‘Rising’ Russian Threat
Britain announced Wednesday it will boost its troops stationed in Norway and play a "vital" role in a NATO Arctic mission in face of "rising Russian threat."
US Coast Guard Taps Bollinger, Rauma for Six Arctic Security Cutters
The US Coast Guard has contracted Louisiana-based Bollinger Shipyards and Rauma Marine Constructions in Finland for the construction of six Arctic Security Cutters.
US Launches Construction of Joint Military Training Center in Alaska
The US has broken ground on a new complex in Alaska designed to prepare troops for high-threat conflicts and strengthen cooperative military training with allied forces.
Built for Frozen Frontlines: SAKO Launches Arctic Rifle Generation
Firearms maker SAKO has unveiled a new trio of rifles built to give troops an edge in Arctic warfare.
German Navy to Patrol the Arctic
Germany said the country would send navy ships to patrol Arctic waters, citing the threat from a Russian military build-up in the region.
Roshel to Produce ST Engineering’s ExtremV Vehicle in Canada
Roshel has signed an agreement with Singapore’s ST Engineering to produce the ExtremV amphibious all-terrain vehicle in Canada.
Canada to Hit 2% Defense NATO Spending Target This Year: Carney
Canada will reach NATO's defense spending target of two percent this year, Prime Minister Carney announced.
US Coast Guard Greenlights Production of Modern Polar Security Cutters
Bollinger Shipyards has received approval to begin full production of the US Coast Guard’s Polar Security Cutter.
Polaris Unveils Advanced Military Snowmobiles for Extreme Arctic Ops
Polaris Government and Defense has introduced two military snowmobile models built with enhanced capabilities for sub-zero conditions.
Canada PM Carney Announces Deal With Australia to Boost Arctic Radar
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Tuesday a $6-billion Canadian dollar ($4.2 billion) deal with Australia to develop an Arctic radar system, warning that Canada must take more responsibility for its defense as US priorities shift.
Royal Marines Commandos Receive Faster Snowmobiles for Arctic Ops
Royal Marines Commandos have received 159 new snowmobiles for the Arctic region to enhance their skills in reconnaissance, raiding, and strike missions.
Canada to Buy Military Choppers to Respond to Potential F-35 Crashes in Arctic
The Canadian military announced plans to acquire new helicopters to respond to potential crashes involving the F-35 fighter jets in the Arctic.
Denmark Buys AeroVironment VTOL Drones for Arctic Surveillance
AeroVironment subsidiary Arcturus UAV has been contracted for the delivery of JUMP 20 uncrewed aircraft systems to the Danish Armed Forces.
