German FFG defense company builds military repair hub in Ukraine
This facility aims to repair various German military equipment currently used by the Ukrainian Defense Forces, like Leopard 1A5 tanks.
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White House officials meet on accessing advanced US battlefield tech to boost Ukraine defense
White House officials met for five hours with American technology and defense industry executives about accessing drones, demining equipment and other technologies to bolster Ukraine's defense against Russian invasion.
France plans to produce weapons in Ukraine, says ambassador
France plans to change its approach in providing military assistance for Kyiv and enhance the weapon production directly…
Advanced surveillance system Vegvisir Core to be deployed in Ukraine
Vegvisir Core is a technology that enables users to observe, navigate, make decisions, and act faster in battle and critical situations.
“People and Know-How, not corruption, now stymie Ukraine’s defense industry,” says Ukrainian Armor director
Ukrainian Armor stands alone as the only private company importing arms for Ukraine's military, with revenues surging over 100 times since Russia's full invasion.
Japan to send Patriot missiles to US to boost global defense stocks
Breaking from its self-imposed constraints on military equipment exports, Japan aims to replenish US with vital missile supplies destined for Ukraine’s defense against Russian aerial attacks.
Insider: Western companies supply spare parts for Russian tanks
The Insider's investigation exposes a global supply chain supporting Russia's military enterprises.
Ukraine ramps up weapons production with US, Italian support
A DIY FrankenSAM, domestic 155mm rounds, and aviation tech are being produced thanks to alliances forged with western companies, says minister, and hints of success with long-range missiles
Ukraine deploys 2,000 domestically manufactured drones to most critical fronts of war
The diverse range of drones, including reconnaissance copters, kamikaze drones, and multi-role bombers, aims to reinforce Ukraine's defense efforts on crucial warfronts
Ukraine urgently seeks 10,000 military robots from domestic manufacturers
The procurement of unmanned ground vehicles is crucial for handling resupply missions, providing remote firepower, and reducing troop casualties in the face of Russian aggression.
Ukrainian govt expedites production of electronic warfare equipment
This move follows a previous successful initiative that accelerated the domestic drone market, making it more accessible to the military and reinforcing Ukraine's defense capabilities.
Five Ukrainian war startups taking on Russia’s brute force
From AI spying systems to ground drones, Ukraine is revealing the power of grassroots innovation against Russia's top-down military behemoth, with agile defense tech startups tailored to the war's realities.
Denmark purchases facility to restart domestic ammunition production
Denmark bought the same facility which it had sold in 2008 to restart ammunition production there.
Russia ramps up production of Shahed drones, Ukraine says
Last winter, Russia launched about 1,000 such drones, while only in September 2023, it launched 500, trying to overwhelm Ukrainian air defense and targeting mostly infrastructure.
Zelenskyy launches new alliance with global defense companies
A new initiative aims to jointly build defense capabilities against aggression and localize foreign weapons production on Ukraine's soil; so far, 38 companies from 19 countries joined the Defense Industries Alliance.
Ukraine to boost defense production sevenfold in 2024 budget plan
On 15 September 2023, Ukraine's Cabinet of Ministers submitted to the parliament the draft budget of Ukraine for 2024. The priority is security and defense. In particular, state investments in the defense sector are increasing sevenfold and will likely be approved by the parliament.
President Zelenskyy meets with delegation of German arms giant Rheinmetall to discuss strengthening partnership
According to a statement on the Ukrainian President's website, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with a delegation from Rheinmetall…
Germany blocks Ukraine’s arms purchase from NATO as unofficial arms embargo on Ukraine continues
The news about Germany's move was reported by Ukraine’s Minister of Defense Oleksiy Reznikov in his commentary for…
Moscow’s plans for new kind of aircraft carrier unlikely to be realized
In late February, TASS reported that Russian designers have come up with “a new class of ship.” The…
Ukraine’s China policy: A (not so) delicate balance
Reporting on the saga of Chinese efforts to purchase Ukraine’s strategic Motor Sich aerospace production company frequently casts…