MBDA to Expedite Poland’s NAREW Air Defense Program
MBDA UK has signed a $4.89 billion transfer of technology contract to accelerate Poland’s NAREW air defense program.
Thales to Supply Pilot Helmets for Polish FA-50 Fighting Jets
Korea Aerospace Industries has awarded Thales a contract to provide pilot helmets for the Poland's future FA-50 Fighting Eagle combat jets.
Russian-Modified Drones Could Aid Iran: US Commander
Russian modifications could bolster Iran's drone technology and boost its campaign to prop up Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, a US commander said.
Japan Mulls Easing Lethal Weapons Export Restrictions
The Japanese government is considering relaxing its strict export policies on lethal defense products.
Israel, Peru Collaborate on Assault Rifle Production
Israel has agreed to transfer technologies and knowledge for the ARAD family of assault rifles to a Peruvian arms and ammunition manufacturer.
Babcock to Provide Ground Support for French Military’s Aeronautical Equipment
France has awarded Babcock a contract to deliver ground support equipment services for the French Aeronautical Maintenance Department.
Saudi Arabia, Navantia to Build Multi-Mission Combat Ships
The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Defense and Navantia have signed a memorandum of understanding to construct multi-mission combat ships.
Babcock Signs Two Additional Contracts for Poland Frigate Program
Poland has awarded UK-based defense firm Babcock International two additional contracts for the MIECZNIK “Swordfish” frigate program.
Germany set to ban small arms sales outside EU and NATO
German ministers agreed to ban sales of small arms to countries outside the EU and NATO apart from in "exceptional" cases.
US approves $3.5 billion sale to Turkey of Patriot missile systems
The US State Department cleared a possible $3.5 billion sale of Patriot air defense systems to Turkey, the DSCA said
India signs contracts to purchase 4 Admiral Grigorovich-class frigates from Russia
India signed contracts to purchase four Admiral Grigorovich class (Project 11356) frigates, Russia’s Federal Service for Military and Technical Cooperation said
India approves $6.6 billion procurement of helicopters, artillery and missile systems
India's Defence Acquisition Council approved the procurement of helicopters, artillery and missile systems for a total of $6.6 billion, the Ministry of Defence said
Australia’s new Boxer CRVs will carry Israel’s Spike LR2 anti-tank missiles
The Australian Army's new Rheinmetall Boxer Combat reconnaissance vehicles will carry Israeli-designed Spike LR2 anti-tank guided missiles, a senior defense official said.
Poland buys US Patriot anti-missile system for $4.8 billion
Poland signed a $4.75 billion (3.8-billion-euro) contract to purchase a U.S.-made Patriot anti-missile system, a move that is likely to irk Russia as East-West tensions rise
Germany’s Rheinmetall Boxer 8×8 Combat Reconnaissance Vehicle wins Australia’s Land 400 contract
Rheinmetall's Boxer 8x8 Combat Reconnaissance Vehicle has won Australia's Land 400 Phase 2 Project contract, a Au$5.2 billion ($4.1 billion) acquisition
Russia and Saudi Arabia discuss transfer of technology in S-400 missile defense system deal
Russia and Saudi Arabia are discussing transfer of technology and logistics as they finalise the deal for the S-400 air defense missile system, the Saudi Ambassador to Russia said.
Russia and Indonesia finalize Su-35 contract
Russia and Indonesia finalized a deal for the purchase of 11 Sukhoi Su-35 multirole fighter jets for the Indonesian Air Force, ending more than 2 years of negotiations
Indian Navy launches 3rd Scorpene-class submarine Karanj
India's Navy launched the third Scorpene-class submarine Karanj, from Mazagon Docks Mumbai on Wednesday
India in talks with Russia over $6 billion S-400 missile defense system deal – report
India is negotiating a contract with Russia for five S-400 air defense systems in a deal worth over $6 billion, Indian media reported
Russia begins deliveries of S-400 to China, but isn’t transferring the technology
Russia has begun deliveries of the S-400 Triumf air defense missile system to China, but the 2014 contract does not include transfer of technology
