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Lockheed Martin Launches PAC-3 Edge to Counter Hypersonic Threats
defense20 hours ago

Lockheed Martin Launches PAC-3 Edge to Counter Hypersonic Threats

Lockheed Martin has unveiled the PAC-3 Edge, a new missile interceptor designed to counter hypersonic and advanced threats. The system features a new seeker, upgraded flight controls, and a multi-pulse rocket motor from Northrop Grumman. It is priced similarly to the existing PAC-3 MSE and aims to increase annual production to 2,000 units, addressing strained U.S. stockpiles from conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.

via Defense News|
#defense#hypersonic-defense#lockheed-martin
Lockheed Martin Unveils PAC-3 Edge for Army's Next-Gen Patriot Interceptor Program
defense2 days ago

Lockheed Martin Unveils PAC-3 Edge for Army's Next-Gen Patriot Interceptor Program

Lockheed Martin has revealed the PAC-3 Edge, a next-generation interceptor designed to replace the current PAC-3 MSE in the U.S. Army's Future Interceptor program. The new missile offers increased range, altitude, and seeker sensitivity to counter hypersonic and advanced threats. Lockheed plans to begin testing in 2027 and deploy by 2031, investing hundreds of millions in its development while ramping up current PAC-3 production.

via Breaking Defense|
#ausa-2026#defense#lockheed-martin
German Bundestag Finalizes €11.6B Deal for Eight MEKO Frigates After F126 Collapse
defense3 days ago

German Bundestag Finalizes €11.6B Deal for Eight MEKO Frigates After F126 Collapse

German lawmakers have approved funding for four additional MEKO A-200 frigates, completing an eight-ship fleet for the German Navy. This decision follows the cancellation of the troubled F126 program with Damen Naval, which had cost over €2 billion without delivering a vessel. The new contract with TKMS is valued at €11.6 billion, with the first ship scheduled for delivery in 2029.

via Defense News|
#damen-naval#defense#f126-program
defense3 days ago

Army report on D.C. crash details systemic failures, but stops short of assigning blame

A 50-page Army investigation into the January 2025 midair collision near Ronald Reagan National Airport, which killed 67 people, has been released. The report identifies systemic failures, including inaccurate altimeters and a lack of collision-avoidance technology, but does not assign individual responsibility or recommend disciplinary action. Congress is currently stalled on legislation to mandate the required safety technology.

via Politico|
#aviation-safety#congress#defense
Congressional report reveals US lost 81 aircraft in Iran war, costing up to $3.3 billion
defense3 days ago

Congressional report reveals US lost 81 aircraft in Iran war, costing up to $3.3 billion

A new Congressional Research Service report states that the US military has lost or sustained damage to 81 aircraft during the war with Iran, with replacement costs estimated between $1.9 billion and $3.3 billion. The losses, which include 45 MQ-9 Reaper drones, 12 F-15E Strike Eagles, and an E-3 Sentry, have nearly doubled since a May count of 42. The report highlights concerns over aging fleets and potential capability gaps in other theaters, while the total war cost exceeds $45 billion.

via CNN|
#congressional-research-service#defense#iran-war
France Launches Upgraded M51.3 Missile from Submarine in First Test
defense4 days ago

France Launches Upgraded M51.3 Missile from Submarine in First Test

France conducted the first live-fire test of its upgraded M51.3 strategic ballistic missile from the submarine Le Vigilant on October 6, 2026. President Emmanuel Macron observed the launch from a warship, describing it as a critical step for strategic credibility. The missile, which entered service in October 2025, was fired without a nuclear warhead and impacted in the North Atlantic. This test validates the submarine's return to full operational status after a major overhaul and coincides with heightened tensions regarding Russian nuclear threats.

via Defense News|
#arianegroup#defense#emmanuel-macron
Anduril Launches $6.6B 'Arsenal-2' Shipyard to Boost Submarine Production
defense4 days ago

Anduril Launches $6.6B 'Arsenal-2' Shipyard to Boost Submarine Production

Anduril Industries has announced a $6.6 billion investment to construct a new shipyard, designated Arsenal-2, at the former Bethlehem Steel site in Sparrows Point, Maryland. The facility, which includes $3.7 billion in private capital and up to $2.9 billion from the U.S. Navy, will manufacture components for Virginia-class submarines. Operations are expected to begin in 2030, creating 3,100 direct jobs and supporting 14,000 total positions. This marks Anduril’s first entry into the legacy defense supply chain, aiming to alleviate production bottlenecks in the submarine industrial base.

via Breaking Defense|
#anduril#defense#maryland
France Validates New M51.3 Submarine Missile in First Live Test
defense5 days ago

France Validates New M51.3 Submarine Missile in First Live Test

France successfully test-fired its new M51.3 nuclear-capable ballistic missile from the submarine Le Vigilant on October 6, 2026. President Emmanuel Macron observed the launch from a warship, calling it a vital step for strategic credibility. The missile, which entered service in October 2025, was launched without a warhead and impacted in the North Atlantic. The test coincides with heightened tensions over Ukraine and Russia's nuclear threats.

via France 24|
#defense#emmanuel-macron#france
Anduril to Build $3.7B Submarine Shipyard in Sparrows Point, Creating 3,100 Jobs
business5 days ago

Anduril to Build $3.7B Submarine Shipyard in Sparrows Point, Creating 3,100 Jobs

President Trump announced a $3.7 billion private investment by Anduril Industries to build a 2-million-square-foot shipyard at the former Bethlehem Steel site in Sparrows Point, Maryland. The facility, named Arsenal-2, will manufacture components for Virginia-class attack submarines, including torpedo tubes and bow sections, for the U.S. Navy. The project is expected to create 3,100 permanent jobs and support 14,000 total positions, making it Maryland’s largest private investment in over a decade. Operations are slated to begin in 2030, with the Navy contributing up to $2.9 billion through a separate contract.

via WBAL-TV|
#anduril#business#defense
US Military Funds Overview Energy's Space Solar Beacon for 2028 Orbital Test
energy6 days ago

US Military Funds Overview Energy's Space Solar Beacon for 2028 Orbital Test

The US Department of Defense has awarded Overview Energy a contract to develop a homing beacon for space-based solar power. This technology aims to beam energy from orbit to ground-based solar arrays, with a low-Earth-orbit demonstration planned for 2028 and commercial geosynchronous deployment targeted for 2030. The project addresses military needs for remote power and potential civilian utility-scale generation, though experts remain divided on its economic viability compared to existing renewables.

via oilprice.com|
#defense#energy#overview-energy