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A major supplier affected by the order was Aubert et Duval, which produces specialist steel for items including submarines and the barrels for Caesar truck-mounted cannons supplied to Ukraine.

Paris (AFP) April 29, 2024 - France has ordered firms involved in production of Aster air defence missiles to prioritise those contracts, Defence Minister Sebastien Lecornu said Monday.

Surprise Chinese attack helicopter appearance highlights worldwide trend despite increase in low-altitude threats.

Two agreements between the French MBDA "leader in the field of defense" and two Greek companies, "Miltech active in the field of electronics and ALTUS active

Brussels (AFP) Dec 1, 2023 - Europe is ploughing billions into its defence industry, with record sums being spent since Russias all-out invasion of Ukraine, but experts say the EU must make bolder moves to be battle ready.

Europe intensifies defense spending post-Russias invasion of Ukraine, but challenges persist for battle readiness. Issues encompass financing, research, and interoperability, despite record military budgets. The EU aims to bolster capabilities, yet faces gaps, spending discrepancies, and reluctance among member states to increase contributions. Efforts include proposals for European defense bonds and heightened investments, emphasizing the need for long-term commitments to address evolving secur...

The move is part of a larger effort by Saab Kockums to upgrade the five-strong fleet of stealth corvettes.

MBDA, a defence company, has successfully won a missile contract with the Swedish Armed Forces to provide advanced air defence systems.

MBDA announced on 16 November 2023 that it has signed a contract in Sweden to deliver CAMM missiles for the Swedish armed forces.

The move is part of a larger effort by Saab Kockums to upgrade the five-strong fleet of stealth corvettes.