Defence & Space

311.5M USD Allocated for SBX-1 Platform Maintenance

On August 8, the Military Sealift Command, the agency responsible for maintaining the U.S. Department of Defense’s non-combat support vessels, announced…

2025-08-10 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

British F-35B Lightning II Land on JS Kaga

On August 9, the Royal Navy announced that, as part of exercises with the Japan Self-Defense Forces conducted in the waters of the…

2025-08-10 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

Blackout in Spain – A Discussion on Power Security with Experts from Forum Energii

The recent blackout in Spain has brought Poland’s energy security back into the media headlines and public conversation. Given the current…

2025-07-16 | Tadeusz Jakliński | 25 minutes

SIPRI: Nuclear risks grow as new arms race looms

The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute published a report entitled SIPRI Yearbook 2025, which, among other things, discusses the issue of…

2025-06-16 | Redakcja | 10 minutes

British F-35B Lightning II Land on JS Kaga

On August 9, the Royal Navy announced that, as part of exercises with the Japan Self-Defense Forces conducted in the waters of the…

2025-08-10 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

More Funding for USS Harry S. Truman Aircraft Carrier Refueling

On August 8, the Naval Sea Systems Command announced the signing of another contract paving the way for the continuation of…

2025-08-09 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

Orion: The Force Multiplier that led the IDF to unmatched ground superiority

Orion, developed by Asio Technologies in collaboration with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) technology division and in full operational deployment by the IDF, has…

2025-07-09 | Redakcja | 4 minutes

SKW Cryptographic Security Certificate for Polish Comp@n Radio Set from the WB Group

The WB Group announced that the Comp@n system radio set, developed by its subsidiary Radmor, along with the Cryptographic Document Management…

2025-06-14 | Redakcja | 4 minutes

Pagacz Defence Group Presents Its Offering at the 33rd International Defence Industry Exhibition

The Polish company Pagacz Defence Group from Toruń will showcase its own products, as well as those of its partners, during the…

2025-07-31 | Redakcja | 1 minutes

Wescom Defence to Unveil ATMIS Multispectral Camouflage at DSEI 2025

Wescom Defence, a trusted provider of pyrotechnics, energetics and a wide range of reliable products and systems to global defence forces, will officially…

2025-07-14 | Redakcja | 3 minutes

311.5M USD Allocated for SBX-1 Platform Maintenance

On August 8, the Military Sealift Command, the agency responsible for maintaining the U.S. Department of Defense’s non-combat support vessels, announced…

2025-08-10 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

U.S. to Order Two Additional Polar Patrol Vessels

On August 5, the American shipyard Bollinger Shipyards announced that under the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” the U.S. Coast Guard…

2025-08-06 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

U.S. to Order Two Additional Polar Patrol Vessels

On August 5, the American shipyard Bollinger Shipyards announced that under the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” the U.S. Coast Guard…

2025-08-06 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

Russia-Backed Colombian Behind Terror Attacks in Poland, According to Polish Authorities

Following an investigation conducted by the Internal Security Agency into acts of sabotage targeting Poland, an additional charge of committing a terrorist…

2025-07-30 | Redakcja | 3 minutes

311.5M USD Allocated for SBX-1 Platform Maintenance

On August 8, the Military Sealift Command, the agency responsible for maintaining the U.S. Department of Defense’s non-combat support vessels, announced…

2025-08-10 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

British F-35B Lightning II Land on JS Kaga

On August 9, the Royal Navy announced that, as part of exercises with the Japan Self-Defense Forces conducted in the waters of the…

2025-08-10 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

Russia-Backed Colombian Behind Terror Attacks in Poland, According to Polish Authorities

Following an investigation conducted by the Internal Security Agency into acts of sabotage targeting Poland, an additional charge of committing a terrorist…

2025-07-30 | Redakcja | 3 minutes

Poland Submits Applications to European Commission for €45 Billion Under SAFE Instrument

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz announced that Poland has submitted a preliminary declaration to the European Commission…

2025-07-30 | Redakcja | 3 minutes

Skyfall: A Family of Future Martian Uncrewed Helicopters

The American company AeroVironment, known for developing the renowned Martian unmanned helicopter Ingenuity, has unveiled the concept for its successors…

2025-07-29 | Rafał Muczyński | 4 minutes

Thales Alenia Space to Build Multipurpose Habitation Module (MPH) for the Moon

Thales Alenia Space has received a contract from the Italian Space Agency (ASI) to build the Multipurpose Habitation Module (MPH) for the…

2025-07-26 | Rafał Muczyński | 4 minutes
Shooting

The New Smith & Wesson M&P 22X

The M&P 22X is Smith & Wesson’s latest pistol chambered in .22LR. This full-size design features a high-capacity 20-round magazine and an…

2025-08-05 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

Smith & Wesson M&P Shield X – better ergonomics for concealed carry

Smith & Wesson presents another new release – the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield X pistol line. Designed for concealed carry,…

2025-08-01 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

SIG Sauer Unveils New ZULU-DMR Tripod

SIG Sauer is adding the new ZULU-DMR Tripod to its accessories lineup, featuring a dual-adjustment head and carbon fiber legs.

2025-08-01 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

TEST: Falco Tactical Holster with QLS System – C911 L 2021

Tactical holsters, such as the presented Falco holster with the QLS system and Speed Lock Retention System, are designed for use…

2025-08-01 | Mateusz Zydroń | 9 minutes

Galvion’s Caiman Helmets from Gdańsk

Two weeks have passed since the memorable Monday, June 23, of this year. The emotions have settled, and the long…

2025-07-10 | Dariusz Borkowski | 10 minutes

Helikon-Tex presents: tailor-made kits for shooters

As the shooting season gains momentum, Helikon-Tex has decided to help shooters choose the essential gear and accessories tailored to the specific type…

2025-07-01 | Mariusz Piwowar | 4 minutes

Galvion’s Caiman Helmets from Gdańsk

Two weeks have passed since the memorable Monday, June 23, of this year. The emotions have settled, and the long…

2025-07-10 | Dariusz Borkowski | 10 minutes

CZ Shooting Team athletes take home 13 medals from the CZ Extreme Euro Open

Sport shooters representing Ceska zbrojovka brought back six gold, four silver, and three bronze medals from Hodonice, along with four…

2025-07-04 | Redakcja | 4 minutes

The New Smith & Wesson M&P 22X

The M&P 22X is Smith & Wesson’s latest pistol chambered in .22LR. This full-size design features a high-capacity 20-round magazine and an…

2025-08-05 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

Smith & Wesson M&P Shield X – better ergonomics for concealed carry

Smith & Wesson presents another new release – the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield X pistol line. Designed for concealed carry,…

2025-08-01 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

Paris Air Show 2025: Bayraktar TB3 Debuts

The 55th edition of the International Paris Air and Space Show, held in the French capital, provided an opportunity for Baykar…

2025-06-19 | Radosław Niesobski | 3 minutes

Setting Up a Shooting Belt: An Example with Clawgear

To assist with shooting training and beyond, various belts and gear configurations have been developed and customized to suit individual needs. It’s…

2024-11-28 | Łukasz Kołodziejski | 14 minutes

Over 100% increase in gun permits in Poland in 2024

The Polish Police have released statistical data on firearm permits issued in 2024. An increasing number of Poles now hold a permit, with…

2025-02-20 | Michał Ihnatów | 5 minutes

Firearms In Poland 2023: Number of permits continues to grow

The National Police Headquarters has released statistics regarding the number of firearm permits and firearms themselves in the hands of Poles.…

2024-02-17 | Michał Ihnatów | 5 minutes

5 Best Value ATN Rifle Scopes Under €1500

ATN is a leading manufacturer of daytime optics, smart night vision, and thermal vision technology. The innovative features and ergonomic designs…

2022-11-11 | Redakcja | 9 minutes

MILMAG Visits Grand Power

Grand Power is a Slovak manufacturer of the acknowledged good quality firearms. Take part in our guided tour with English subtitles.

2022-05-23 | Redakcja | 1 minutes

TEST: Falco Tactical Holster with QLS System – C911 L 2021

Tactical holsters, such as the presented Falco holster with the QLS system and Speed Lock Retention System, are designed for use…

2025-08-01 | Mateusz Zydroń | 9 minutes

Grand Power Q1 MK23 & P1 MK23 – Another Way

Is it still possible to make something interesting that comes in the form of a “plastic” pistol with a metal slide? Can it look,…

2025-07-24 | Łukasz Kołodziejski | 16 minutes

EOTECH Holographic Sight – History, Technology, Practice

The holographic sight is a device known for nearly 30 years and used by professionals around the world. A favorite sight of many…

2024-09-02 | Michał Gaweł | 12 minutes

Italy has ordered 24 new Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft

The Italian Ministry of Defense, through the NETMA agency, has ordered twenty-four multi-role Eurofighter F-2000A Typhoon aircraft.

On Monday, December 23, 2024, the Italian Ministry of Defense, through the NETMA (NATO Eurofighter and Tornado Management Agency), ordered twenty-four multi-role Eurofighter F-2000A Typhoon aircraft.

Photos: Eurofighter

Stefano Pontecorvo, Chairman of Leonardo, said:

The level of technology delivered by the Eurofighter programme over years is unquestionable. Its success provides evidence of the outstanding synergies between industry and institutions. We’re proud of what we’ve built together and we’re committed to providing our contribution to make sure Italy and all other partner nations continue to receive the level of capability they deserve.

Lorenzo Mariani, Co-General Manager of Leonardo, commented:

“This contract is a major milestone for the Eurofighter programme in Italy. Since its inception, it has played a crucial role for national defence and security as well as in the development of advanced technologies and employment of thousands of skilled professionals. With this latest order the programme will deliver even greater capabilities and economic returns for many years.

The Eurofighter consortium has previously received orders from other program partners in addition to Italy, including Germany (38 units in the Quadriga program and 20 more planned) and Spain (20 units in the Halcón program and 25 units in the Halcón 2 program). The fourth partner in the program is the United Kingdom, which, it is worth noting, has invested significant funds in the development of the next-generation ECRS Mk2 radar, which is expected to provide the British Typhoons with world-leading electronic warfare capabilities.

The development of the ECRS Mk2 was funded by the United Kingdom and is supported by Italy through the Joint Industrial Team for ECRS Mk2. In July 2023, a 5-year contract worth £870 million was announced, awarded to BAE Systems and Leonardo UK, with the goal of enhancing the radar capabilities on the UK’s Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft. A total of 2.35 billion GBP will be allocated for investments in the modernization of the RAF’s Typhoon fleet.

It is worth reminding that on May 14th of this year, journalist Gareth Jennings from the Janes industry portal informed on social media that BAE Systems confirmed the ongoing process regarding Italy’s purchase of an additional 24 Eurofighter Typhoon multi-role aircraft. On July 4th of this year, the Italian Ministry of Defense approved the purchase of the Typhoons, awaiting the allocation of the necessary financial resources.

On September 17th of this year, the Ministry of Defense presented to the Senate the multi-year defense planning document for the years 2024-2026 (Documento Programmatico Pluriennale, DPP). The document was approved by the ministry on September 12th. Among the approved orders were the discussed Typhoons.

Photo: Cpl. Joanna Wlazło, 22nd Air Base

It is worth recalling that on October 23, 2020, Leonardo delivered the last of the previously ordered Eurofighter F-2000A Typhoon aircraft in the Tranche 3A version to the Italian Ministry of Defense. A total of 96 units were contracted, but two were involved in accidents (on July 24, 2024, and September 24, 2017). Before the July accident, the Aeronautica Militare Italiana had 21 aircraft in the Tranche 3A version, 47 in the Tranche 2 version, and 27 older units in the Tranche 1 version.

The introduction of new Typhoons will allow for the retirement of 26 of the oldest Tranche 1 aircraft by 2029, meaning the total number of Italian Typhoons will drop to 92.

However, it is also worth adding that the purchase of 25 multi-role Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning aircraft has been approved, including 15 F-35A conventional takeoff aircraft for the air force and 10 F-35B short takeoff and vertical landing aircraft for the navy and also the air force, as well as additional armament for them (earlier, in two batches, 90 aircraft of both versions were ordered from the originally planned 131 units in 2009; according to current plans, the number will increase to 115, with 23 delivered so far).

In the future, the successor to the Typhoon will be a 6th-generation aircraft developed under the GCAP (Global Combat Air Programme) in cooperation with the United Kingdom and Japan.