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Systematic Launches Cloud-Enabled C4ISR Enhancements to the SitaWare Suite
2025-07-16 Read More...Systematic, the developer of the world’s leading C4ISR solution, announced the launch of SitaWare BattleCloud - a cloud-native evolution of the proven SitaWare Suite - alongside the delivery of new features for the
Successful First MICA Firings Against Very High Altitude Balloons
On 23 June, French defence procurement agency (DGA) and the French Air Force successfully fired two MICA IR missiles from a Rafale and a Mirage 2000 against balloons at altitudes of over 20 km. These unprecedented tests, carried out from Cazaux Air
ASELSAN’s YILDIRIM 100 Successfully Deflects Infrared-Guided Missiles
ASELSAN has completed the test of YILDIRIM 100 Directed Infrared Countermeasure (DIRCM) System, deflecting live infrared-guided missiles equipped with warheads. This successful test demonstrated ASELSAN’s unique ability to protect airborne
Türkiye’s Baykar Finalizes Acquisition of Piaggio Aerospace
Baykar has officially completed its acquisition of Piaggio Aerospace, one of Italy’s most storied aviation companies, following a signing ceremony in Italy. The transaction, initiated by the Ministry of Enterprises and “Made in Italy” on December
ASELSAN Showcases Strategic Vision at NATO Summit 2025
As part of Türkiye’s high-level defense industry delegation, ASELSAN President & CEO Ahmet Akyol took part as a keynote speaker at the Defense Industry Forum during the NATO summit, underscoring ASELSAN’s leadership role in shaping the future of
MBDA’s MICA NG Air-to-Air Missile Conducts First Launch from a Rafale Jet
On Thursday, 19 June 2025, the teams of MBDA, the Directorate General of Armaments (DGA), Dassault Aviation and the French Air and Space Army successfully carried out the first development launch of the air-to-air missile MICA NG (Missile for
Fincantieri to Build Two New Multipurpose Combat Ships for Italian Navy
Fincantieri strengthens its strategic role in the Italian Navy’s fleet renewal program with a new contract for the construction of two PPA- Multipurpose Combat Ships, set to replace the vessels previously earmarked for the Indonesian
Exail to Equip Indonesian Navy With Next-Generation Unmanned Mine Countermeasures System
Exail has been selected to supply multiple Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs) and Mine Identification and Disposal Systems (MIDS) to the Indonesian Navy enabling a fully integrated unmanned Mine Countermeasures (MCM)
Atech, an Embraer Group Company, Boosts its Presence in Europe with an Office in Portugal
Atech, an Embraer Group company, is expanding its international presence in Europe with the opening of a new office in Lisbon, Portugal. This expansion, made in cooperation with Embraer Defense Europe, is part of the company’s strategy to enhance
NCIA, Systematic Mark Milestone in NATO Land Command & Control Modernization
The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) and Systematic have formally marked the achievement of the Initial Operational Capability (IOC) for SitaWare Headquarters - NATO’s new Command-and-Control (C2) software for land forces,
GA-ASI Displays Future of Uncrewed Airpower at Paris Air Show
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) returns to Paris in 2025 with a variety of new products and concepts highlighting the future of uncrewed airpower at its stand in Hall 3, B-176, beginning June 16. The centerpiece of the exhibit is
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