The Canadian Commercial Corporation has finalized a government-to-government contract with the Spanish Air and Space Force to supply seven DHC-515 Firefighter aircraft. De Havilland Aircraft of Canada will deliver the amphibious firefighting aircraft alongside spare parts, training and maintenance support. According to CCC, the DHC-515 model can deliver nearly 700,000 liters daily and refill from...
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Convergint Middle East Expansion to Support Saudi Arabia’s Digital Transformation Goals
Schaumburg, Illinois-based global systems integrator Convergint has entered the Saudi Arabian market as part of its expansion plans in the Middle East and Africa regions. The company said it offers security, automation and internet of things solutions that will support Saudi Arabia’s digital evolution involving the development of smart cities, cybersecurity enhancements and tech-driven economic...
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Estonia, Helsing Forge AI Partnership for Defense Enhancement
Estonia and Munich-based defense artificial intelligence company Helsing have entered a joint initiative to advance Tallinn’s defense capabilities through AI. The partnership, formalized with a joint statement signed by Estonian Minister of Defence Hanno Pevkur and Helsing Co-CEO Gundbert Scherf, outlines a shared commitment to developing and implementing AI-driven defense solutions. Helsing will expand its...
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Scout Joins NATO Commercial Space Platform to Strengthen Alliance’s Satellite Monitoring Capabilities
NATO has added Scout Space to its Spacenet program, expanding the initiative’s space domain awareness and in-orbit observation expertise to advance the alliance’s space defense objectives. Scout Space CEO Philip Hover-Smoot said the company’s inclusion in the NATO program is part of a commitment to joining efforts to strengthen global space security. “Our advanced technologies,...
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Ultra I&C C2 Solution Demonstrates Capability at NATO-Led Exercise
Ultra Intelligence & Communications demonstrated its Air Defense System Integrator’s key capabilities during CWIX in Poland, an annual NATO event designed to improve interoperability. ADSI, a command and control solution for the Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control concept, offers users seamless interoperability and improved mission effectiveness. Its benefits include cloud and tactical edge flexibility,...
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Rheinmetall Seeks to Boost US Market Presence With Loc Performance Purchase
Rheinmetall has bared plans to acquire Loc Performance, a Plymouth, Michigan-based manufacturer of components for military and civilian vehicles, to strengthen the German arms producer’s U.S. market presence. The company said the acquisition price will be based on Loc Performance’s enterprise value of $950 million. According to Rheinmetall CEO Armin Papperger, the move, subject to...
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Poland OKs Apache Helicopter Acquisition Under $10B US Foreign Military Sales Deal
The Polish government has signed a letter of offer and acceptance formalizing its intent to acquire 96 Boeing AH-64E Apache combat helicopters under the United States’s Foreign Military Sales program. According to Bloomberg, the $10 billion agreement is a major military purchase by Warsaw. Vince Logsdon, vice president of international business development at Boeing, said...
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Casper Klynge Joins Zscaler to Lead Government Partnerships Business in Europe, the Middle East and Africa
Zscaler has appointed Casper Klynge as vice president and head of government partnerships for the Europe, Middle East and Africa regions. In a LinkedIn post, Zscaler said Klynge will drive public policy work and strategic relationships with governments, international and regional organizations, and senior leaders across EMEA. His responsibilities also include helping countries, organizations and...
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Canada Building New Quick Reaction Alert Facility to Support NORAD Operations
A new $120 million quick reaction alert facility under construction at Canadian Forces Base Bagotville will house a new fleet of flight-ready CF-35A fighter jets to enhance support for North American Aerospace Defense Command operations. NORAD, a joint organization between the United States and Canada, conducts aerospace warning, aerospace control and maritime warning missions to...
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Hensoldt Wins Major German Armed Forces Contract for Dynahawk Fire Control System
Hensoldt has received a new order from the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment for its Dynahawk fire control sights (FLV). According to the Munich-based sensor specialist, the contract is valued at several million euros and covers deliveries for this year and next, with an option for additional systems in 2026. Josef Reif, Hensoldt’s sales manager,...