Lockheed Wins $1B HIMARS Production Deal for US, Five Allied Nations
Lockheed Martin has secured a $1.13-billion contract to produce M142 HIMARS for the US and five allied countries.
Turkish Firm to Boost Estonia’s Ammo Production With $352M Plant
Turkish firm ARCA Defense will establish an artillery ammunition factory in Estonia through its local affiliate.
Iran-Linked US Weapons Delivery Delays Affect Estonian HIMARS Ammunition
The ongoing war in Iran has put a hold on weapons deliveries to Estonia, which have resulted in potential delays for HIMARS rocket launcher systems, a spokesperson for the defense ministry told AFP.
DeltaQuad Expands Baltic Footprint Through Meridein Drone Partnership
DeltaQuad has signed an agreement with Estonian firm Meridein to expand access to its unmanned aerial systems across the Baltic region.
Estonia Halts $589M IFV Replacement, Shifts Funds to Drones and Air Defense
Estonia is halting a 500-million Euro program to replace infantry fighting vehicles, prioritizing drones, air defense, and uncrewed systems.
Estonia Expands HIMARS Fleet With New Lockheed Martin Deal
Estonia has signed a contract with Lockheed Martin to procure three additional HIMARS.
Saab to Supply Giraffe 1X Radars to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania
The US Army has awarded a roughly $24-million contract modification to Saab’s US subsidiary, Saab Inc., for the delivery of 10 Giraffe 1X radars to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.
Milrem Robotics, PGZ Expand Estonia-Poland Defense Cooperation
Milrem Robotics and Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ) have signed a memorandum of understanding to expand defense cooperation.
S. Korea’s Hanwha Aerospace to Invest in Estonian Defense Industry
South Korean defense contractor Hanwha Aerospace has announced a $115.5 million investment package aimed at supporting Estonia’s defense industry, including plans to build a sustainment and repair center and establish an ammunition factory.
One Button, Any Location: Estonia, US Trial C-UAS Controlled From Anywhere
The Estonian Air Force is putting advanced counter-drone systems through their paces during the week-long Digital Shield exercise, aiming to stay ahead of emerging aerial threats.
Estonia Procures 12 Additional Caesar Howitzers From France
Estonia has signed a contract with France and KNDS for the acquisition of 12 additional Caesar self-propelled howitzers.
Hanwha Teams Up With Estonian Firm on Counter-Drone Technology
Hanwha Aerospace has partnered with Estonian firm Frankenburg Technologies to jointly develop counter-unmanned aircraft systems.
Estonia, Latvia, Belgium Receive First BLAZE Autonomous Interceptor Drones
Estonia, Latvia, and Belgium have begun receiving BLAZE autonomous interceptor drones from Origin Robotics.
Estonia Opens First Military Explosives Factory
Estonia has opened its first factory to produce military explosives, marking a major step in building a domestic defense industry.
Estonia Launches Tactical Drone Course for High School Students
Estonia has introduced a new drone defense course aimed at equipping tenth-grade students with foundational skills in unmanned systems.
Estonia to Proceed With Second HIMARS Order Amid Delivery Delays
Estonia has expressed its intent to proceed with acquiring six additional M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) from the US, with an option for more.
Estonia-Led EUROGUARD Project Advances Semi-Autonomous Naval System
A consortium of European firms led by Estonia is advancing the EUROGUARD project for the development of a semi-autonomous system.
Estonia to Buy South Korean Chunmoo Launchers to Supplement HIMARS
Estonia has signed a defense cooperation agreement with South Korea to acquire the K239 Chunmoo multiple launch rocket system (MLRS), enhancing its deep-strike capabilities.
Estonia to Launch Dedicated Command for Military Upgrades
Estonia has approved the creation of a new unit within its defense forces to accelerate military modernization and strengthen long-term defense capabilities.
Estonia Lands Two Slots in NATO’s Fast-Track Defense Tech Program
Two Estonian defense firms have been chosen for the next phase of NATO’s Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic.
Saab, ST Engineering Pitch Littoral Mission Vessel to Estonia
Saab and ST Engineering have teamed up to pitch their Littoral Mission Vessel to Estonia, offering a modular, multi-role solution for Baltic naval defense.
Patria’s CATCHR Cuts Through Signal Clutter to Reveal Hidden Threats
CATCHR is a next-gen electronic support measures system, detecting, geolocating, and tracking radar emitters in real time while cutting through signal clutter.
Russia Says NATO Airspace Accusations Create ‘Tension’
Russia denied that its aircraft were violating NATO airspace and warned that countries making such accusations risked "escalating tensions."
Estonia and Allies Denounce ‘Reckless’ Russian Air Incursion
Russian MiG-31 fighters violated Estonian airspace over Finland, triggering complaints of a provocation but a denial from Moscow.
