Procurement & Contracts - Weeklydefencenews

April 15, 2026
Admin
Missile & Missile Defence

Ukraine orders $3.7B Patriot missile interceptors

RTX’s Raytheon securing a $3.7-billion contract to replenish GEM-T missiles highlights the continued importance of air defense systems in modern conflict. These interceptors enhance the Patriot system’s ability to...

April 14, 2026
Admin
Missile & Missile Defence

$589M Shift to Air Defense, UAVs

Estonia has paused its €500-million infantry fighting vehicle replacement initiative, choosing instead to prioritize investments in drones, air defense, and uncrewed systems as part of a broader transformation of...

April 14, 2026
Admin
Naval Platforms

Turkey’s Anadolu Gets Navantia Support

Navantia has entered into a long-term support agreement with Turkey to sustain the operational readiness of the TCG Anadolu, a flagship of the country’s naval fleet. The contract, signed...

April 14, 2026
Admin
Naval Platforms

ALFA 4000 Targets Swedish Frigate Deal

Navantia has positioned its ALFA 4000 frigate as a strong contender for Sweden’s Luleå naval program, highlighting its readiness, adaptability, and industrial collaboration potential. The design supports a wide...

April 14, 2026
Admin
Air Platforms

T-6 Fleet Support Deal for US Military

Textron Aviation Defense has been awarded a major contract to sustain and upgrade the T-6 Texan II fleet, reinforcing pilot training infrastructure across the US military. The deal includes...

April 14, 2026
Admin
Missile & Missile Defence

DRDO Anti-Tank Missile Approved

India’s push for defense self-reliance has received a boost as the Indian Army approves procurement of the MPATGM developed by DRDO. The system offers high accuracy, mobility, and fire-and-forget...

April 13, 2026
Admin
Communication and Electronics

UK Orders 50 Coastal Radar Systems

HENSOLDT UK has been awarded two contracts by SRT Marine Systems to supply 50 coastal radar systems for maritime surveillance networks, enhancing monitoring capabilities in critical coastal regions. These...

April 13, 2026
Admin
Missile & Missile Defence

New HIMARS Deal Boosts Estonia Forces

Estonia is enhancing its artillery capabilities through a new agreement with Lockheed Martin for three additional HIMARS systems. Alongside the procurement, the deal includes investment in domestic maintenance infrastructure,...

April 13, 2026
Admin
Unmanned Systems

Skyhammer Interceptor Targets Drones

The UK Ministry of Defence has strengthened its counter-drone capabilities by awarding a contract to Cambridge Aerospace for the production and delivery of the Skyhammer interceptor system. This jet-powered...

April 8, 2026
Admin
Air Platforms

Belgium Orders 5 Cessna SkyCouriers for спец ops

Belgium has placed its first military order for the Cessna SkyCourier, procuring five aircraft from Textron Aviation. Deliveries are scheduled throughout 2027, with Sabena Engineering responsible for integrating mission-specific...