Shield AI Grows Simulation Capabilities With Aechelon Technology Buyout
Shield AI has announced its plan to acquire California-based Aechelon Technology as it expands its autonomous systems portfolio.
Diehl, Latvian Firm Form JV to Support Baltic Ground-Based Air Defense
German company Diehl Defence has signed a memorandum of understanding with Latvia’s Ripo Remonta Centrs to establish a joint venture supporting ground-based air defense systems across the Baltic region.
Rheinmetall’s Iveco Military Truck Unit Buyout Hits Lag Amid Leonardo Acquisition
A delay in Leonardo’s acquisition of Iveco Group’s defense subsidiary is holding up Rheinmetall’s plan to buy the Italian firm’s military truck business.
CACI Expands Space Intelligence Portfolio With $2.6B ARKA Buyout
CACI International has completed its $2.6-billion acquisition of ARKA Group in Connecticut through an all-cash deal aimed at expanding its space-based intelligence capabilities.
Rheinmetall Buys Majority Stake in Croatia’s UGV Developer DOK-ING
German defense company Rheinmetall has signed an agreement to acquire a 51 percent stake in Croatian unmanned ground vehicle manufacturer DOK-ING, expanding its capabilities in autonomous systems.
BAE Systems’ Bofors Unit Buys Swedish Machining Firm Aston Harald
BAE Systems’ Swedish subsidiary Bofors has absorbed the Kristinehamn-based defense contractor Aston Harald Mekaniska Verkstad AB.
Excalibur, Aselsan Launch European Joint Venture
Czech defense contractor Excalibur International and Turkey’s state-owned Aselsan have teamed up to launch an European-based joint venture to expand their international reach.
UAE, Qatar Expand Defense Ties With EDGE-Barzan Joint Venture
EDGE Group and Barzan Holdings have agreed to form a joint venture that will develop advanced defense technologies, deepening industrial cooperation between the UAE and Qatar.
Rhode Island Merger Bolsters Acoustic Sensing for Undersea Warfare
Rhode Island-based Vatn Systems has acquired Crewless Marine in Warren, a move aimed at improving its in-house capabilities in underwater acoustic sensing and signal processing.
Norway’s Kongsberg to Acquire California Missile Company
Norwegian defense contractor Kongsberg Group has agreed to acquire a majority stake in American missile developer Zone 5 Technologies, expanding its portfolio of low-cost, mass-producible strike and counter-unmanned aerial system weapons.
Rheinmetall Enhances Ammo Supply Chain With Muni Berka Takeover
Rheinmetall has acquired Muni Berka in Südharz to expand its ammunition storage and handling capacity as the company ramps up defense production in Germany.
Denmark’s Terma Forms Unified Counter-Drone Powerhouse With OSL Technology Acquisition
Danish defense and aerospace firm Terma has acquired OSL Technology, a UK-based specialist in counter-unmanned aerial systems and intelligent airspace security systems.
Ondas Expands Defense Robotics Portfolio With $80M Roboteam Acquisition
Ondas Holdings has announced plans to acquire Roboteam, an Israeli developer of rugged, multi-mission unmanned ground vehicles, in an $80-million deal.
Italy Greenlights Tata Motors’ $4B Acquisition of Iveco
Italy has given conditional approval for India’s Tata Motors to acquire mobility developer Iveco Group at $4.3 billion.
Firefly Aerospace Expands Defense Portfolio With $855M SciTec Acquisition
Firefly Aerospace has agreed to acquire SciTec, a New Jersey–based national security technology firm, in a deal valued at about $855 million.
Rheinmetall Acquires American Vehicle Manufacturer Loc Performance
Rheinmetall is expanding its footprint in the US with the strategic acquisition of Michigan-based vehicle manufacturer Loc Performance Products.
UK Buys Semiconductor Factory to Ensure Sufficient Military Supply
The British government has acquired a US-owned semiconductor manufacturing plant in northern England to secure supply lines for its military.
General Dynamics Adds Florida Segment to Enhance US Special Ops Services
General Dynamics Information Technology has acquired Iron EagleX to boost its support for the US Special Operations Command and partners.
Honeywell to Acquire EW Tech Maker CAES for $1.9B
American defense giant Honeywell has announced plans to acquire CAES Systems Holdings for $1.9 billion.
Fincantieri Acquires Leonardo’s Undersea Weapons Unit for $447M
Italian shipbuilding firm Fincantieri has announced its acquisition of Leonardo’s underwater armament systems unit for $447 million.
Austal Turns Down Hanwha’s Unsolicited Takeover Bid
Austal confirmed that it received an unsolicited bid from Hanwha to acquire the Australian shipbuilding giant for up to $663 million.
Rheinmetall Acquires Dutch Startup REEQ, Ventures Into Light Hybrid Vehicles
Defense manufacturer Rheinmetall has acquired REEQ, a Dutch startup specializing in lightweight tactical vehicles.
Airbus Acquiring US-Based Drone Developer Aerovel
Airbus announced that it is acquiring American drone manufacturer Aerovel, marking a significant move in its efforts to expand its unmanned aerial system portfolio.
South Korea’s LIG Nex1 to Acquire American Firm Ghost Robotics
South Korea’s defense powerhouse LIG Nex1 is set to acquire American technology firm Ghost Robotics for $239 million.
