MBDA to Create Local MRO Facility for MICA Missiles in India
MBDA is set to develop a maintenance, repair, and mid-life overhaul facility for MICA missiles in India.
France Revives Scalp Naval Production to Boost Deep-Strike Capability
France is moving to restart production of its Naval Cruise Missile, as part of a broader effort to strengthen long-range strike capabilities.
MBDA, Safran Take THUNDART Rocket From Concept to Live Fire in Just 18 Months
MBDA and Safran Electronics have just ticked off a key milestone with the THUNDART rocket, taking the system from concept to demonstration in only 18 months.
France and Greece Further Strengthen Mutual Defense Ties
France and Greece have further strengthened defense ties, extending their mutual defense agreement from 2021 and signing several cooperation agreements.
MBDA Projects 40 Percent Missile Output Growth After Doubling Production Since 2023
European missile maker MBDA is expecting to boost production by about 40 percent in 2026.
Italian Navy Test-Fires Aster 30 Missile From P432 Offshore Patrol Vessel
The Italian Navy has conducted a live-fire test of an MBDA-made Aster 30 missile from the Raimondo Montecuccoli (P432) multi-purpose offshore patrol vessel (OPV).
‘A Class of Its Own’: New British Hybrid Drone Can Haul 400-Kg in One Go
Defense giant MBDA has taken part in developing a unique drone capable of carrying nearly half a ton of payload.
Belgium Signs $263M Deal for Mistral Air Defense Missiles
Belgium has awarded a $263-million contract for the procurement of Mistral very-short-range air defense missile systems.
Meteor Missile Guide: The No-Escape Zone Redefined
The Meteor missile sets a new standard in long-range air combat. Learn how its unique design gives pilots an edge in modern aerial warfare.
Akeron Missile: Guide to Europe’s Next-Gen Tactical Strike Backbone
This guide reveals how the Akeron missile family represents Europe’s next generation of precision-guided, anti-armor weapons, designed for multi-domain operations.
Europe’s Premier Air-to-Air Missile Gains Next-Gen Guidance Boost
The European Meteor missile is getting a major upgrade as Spanish defense firm Indra works to sharpen one of its most critical capabilities.
France Tasks MBDA to Deliver One-Way Attack Drones
France’s defense procurement agency has awarded MBDA a contract for the development and production of a sovereign long-range one-way attack drone designed to saturate enemy air defenses.
Germany Orders Additional Meteor Air-to-Air Missiles
Germany’s arms procurement agency has awarded MBDA a contract to supply an additional batch of Meteor air-to-air missiles for the German Armed Forces.
SCALP Missile Explained: Europe’s Deep-Strike Weapon
From range to real-world use, this guide breaks down how the SCALP missile works and why it matters in modern conflicts.
QinetiQ Advances Royal Navy DragonFire Laser in $78M Deal
MBDA, the prime contractor of the Royal Navy’s DragonFire laser weapon, has awarded industry partner QinetiQ a $78-million contract to continue work on the system’s laser source.
Brazil Leans Towards Acquiring Italian Air Defense System
Brazil is moving closer to fielding a new medium-range ground-based air defense system, with Italy emerging as the preferred partner over India.
Seven Laser Weapons That Defined the Defense Landscape in 2025
Seven laser systems in 2025 proved directed-energy is here to stay, transforming air and maritime defense with speed, precision, and near-unlimited firepower.
F-35A Moves Closer to Meteor Missile Integration After Key Ground Tests
The F-35A Lightning II fighter jet has completed ground-based integration tests with the Meteor beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile, moving the pair closer to operational use.
Brazil Conducts First Meteor Missile Firings From Gripen E
Brazil has successfully fired the Meteor beyond-visual-range (BVR) air-to-air missile from its Gripen E fighter aircraft for the first time, marking a major leap in the country’s regional air defense deterrence.
Romania Buys French Mistral Air Defense Systems in Over $700M Deal
Romania’s Ministry of National Defence has finalized a 625-million-euro ($724-million) deal to acquire Mistral short-range air defense systems from France.
MBDA Secures First Middle East Export for Sky Warden Counter-Drone System
MBDA has secured its first export deal for the Sky Warden counter-drone solution with an unnamed Middle Eastern country.
Northrop, MBDA Partner to Enhance Germany’s Air Defense, Integrate IBCS System
Northrop Grumman and MBDA partnered to support Germany's air and missile defense with the Integrated Battle Command System.
MBDA Backs UAE Defense Localization Push With Strategic Projects
European missile maker MBDA and the UAE’s Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement are launching several projects to boost the country’s domestic defense technology production.
Sweden Orders More CAMM Air Defense Missiles for Visby Corvettes
Sweden has amended its existing contract with MBDA to secure additional deliveries of Common Anti-air Modular Missiles.
