Tag: MBDA
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Frontex and Europol: EU agencies to have role in member states’ drone defence
The EU is planning new structures to counter unmanned aerial vehicles. Frontex could receive an expanded mandate for this purpose. Europol warns of increasing use by organised and state actors. At the beginning of October, EU Migration Commissioner Magnus Brunner…
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Most expensive fighter jet ever in turbulence: Germany could pull out of €100bn FCAS and join UK project
According to the “Times”, the German Chancellor is considering merging European development projects for a new type of fighter jet. Saudi Arabia and its position towards the Hamas are also playing a role in the issue. According to a report…
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Secret German drone defence
The Federal Police secures all German commercial airports against unwanted approaches by small copters. Mobile installations are followed by a stationary platform Obstructions caused by small drones at German airports remain at the same level as in previous years. In…
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Missiles and sensors: German technology for the Turkish drone war
Turkey’s best-selling armed drone is equipped with cameras from German company Hensoldt, a spokesperson confirms. The device could guide missiles developed with German help to a target. The government in Berlin also has a stake in the defence company. Turkey…