Defence & Space

Arrowhead 140 – from Britain’s Type 31 frigates to ORP Wicher

The roll-out of the future ORP Wicher, the first of three Project 106 Miecznik multirole frigates currently being built in Gdynia,…

2026-08-11 | Przemysław Gurgurewicz | 11 minutes

Rheinmetall and Boeing deepen cooperation on European CCA project

Rheinmetall and Boeing have announced the launch of a joint program aimed at rapidly introducing Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) capabilities in Germany –…

2026-08-10 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

ICEYE Federation: How can the effectiveness of national satellite constellations be increased?

In recent years, ICEYE has been increasingly developing its portfolio of services aimed at military customers. This European company, which builds satellites…

2026-06-17 | Przemysław Gurgurewicz | 14 minutes

MSBS Grot: A Polish firearm with its own DNA

The MSBS Grot is a family of carbines and rifles developed by Polish engineers, the military, and users who gradually shaped its…

2026-06-14 | Jakub Link-Lenczowski | 12 minutes

Rheinmetall and Boeing deepen cooperation on European CCA project

Rheinmetall and Boeing have announced the launch of a joint program aimed at rapidly introducing Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) capabilities in Germany –…

2026-08-10 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

Russia’s Rostec delivers new equipment to ground forces

In recent days, state-owned corporation Rostec announced the delivery of additional BMP-3 infantry fighting vehicles and Tablet-M-IR artillery fire-control vehicles to the…

2026-08-10 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

U.S.-UAE artificial intelligence task force

U.S. Central Command announced an agreement with the United Arab Emirates to establish the first bilateral task force aimed at accelerating the…

2026-07-28 | Rafał Muczyński | 3 minutes

Quantum Systems and Rohde & Schwarz cooperate on unmanned systems programs

German companies Quantum Systems and Rohde & Schwarz have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on cooperation in integrating electronic warfare and signals…

2026-05-13 | Rafał Muczyński | 3 minutes

Polish Bryza patrol aircraft takes part in operation to inspect tanker Toa Payoh

On August 3, the Polish Armed Forces Operational Command announced that an M28B Bryza B1R maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft operated…

2026-08-10 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

Farnborough 2026: Airbus Defence and Space unmanned aircraft programs

At this year’s Farnborough International Airshow, Airbus Defence and Space, the division of the European Airbus group responsible for military systems…

2026-07-28 | Grzegorz Sobczak | 4 minutes

Rheinmetall and Boeing deepen cooperation on European CCA project

Rheinmetall and Boeing have announced the launch of a joint program aimed at rapidly introducing Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) capabilities in Germany –…

2026-08-10 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

Future Polish Navy frigate ORP Wicher rolled out ahead of launch

The future ORP Wicher was ceremonially rolled out of the assembly hall at PGZ Stocznia Wojenna. The vessel is currently being…

2026-08-10 | Jakub Link-Lenczowski | 4 minutes

Poland: One year of Operation Safe West

July 7, 2026, marked the first anniversary of the launch of Operation “Safe West.” One year earlier, soldiers of the…

2026-07-09 | Redakcja | 3 minutes

US Customs and Border Protection orders more Airbus H125 helicopters

European company Airbus Helicopters has finalized a contract for the purchase of 10 H125 light helicopters by US Customs and Border Protection’s…

2026-07-09 | Rafał Muczyński | 3 minutes

Arrowhead 140 – from Britain’s Type 31 frigates to ORP Wicher

The roll-out of the future ORP Wicher, the first of three Project 106 Miecznik multirole frigates currently being built in Gdynia,…

2026-08-11 | Przemysław Gurgurewicz | 11 minutes

Rheinmetall and Boeing deepen cooperation on European CCA project

Rheinmetall and Boeing have announced the launch of a joint program aimed at rapidly introducing Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) capabilities in Germany –…

2026-08-10 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

Rheinmetall and Boeing deepen cooperation on European CCA project

Rheinmetall and Boeing have announced the launch of a joint program aimed at rapidly introducing Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) capabilities in Germany –…

2026-08-10 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

Poland and U.S. continue talks on strengthening American military presence in Poland

Secretary of State at the Ministry of National Defence Paweł Zalewski met with U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission in Poland Stephanie Holmes…

2026-07-20 | Redakcja | 2 minutes

Airbus to supply communications satellite to Spain

Airbus Defence and Space has secured a contract from Spanish operator Hisdesat to develop and build the SpainSat NG-III satellite, Europe’s most…

2026-08-07 | Radosław Niesobski | 2 minutes

ICEYE becomes first company backed by European Commission’s Scaleup Europe Fund

The Scaleup Europe Fund, established by the European Commission together with a group of European investors and managed by EQT, announced its first…

2026-08-07 | Redakcja | 1 minutes
Shooting

FALCO Multi-Fit Holsters – new DM04 and AM03 models

FALCO Holsters, a Slovak holster manufacturer, is expanding its versatile leather Multi-Fit line with two new models: the AM03 IWB/OWB and…

2026-07-30 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

CZ Bren 3 for Montenegro

On July 24th, 2026, Colt CZ Group officially announced the signing of an agreement for the delivery of products from Česká…

2026-07-28 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

FALCO Multi-Fit Holsters – new DM04 and AM03 models

FALCO Holsters, a Slovak holster manufacturer, is expanding its versatile leather Multi-Fit line with two new models: the AM03 IWB/OWB and…

2026-07-30 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

New Mantis Pink Rhino Pro Laser Cartridges for Shotguns and Revolvers

Mantis, one of the leading manufacturers of dry‑fire training solutions, is introducing new Pink Rhino Pro laser cartridges. The line…

2026-07-27 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

BC ARMS USA: Polish defense company enters the American market

BC ARMS USA is a new company based in California that will offer Americans ballistic protection equipment of Polish design.

2026-07-01 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

Soft armor vest Titanium Tactical QR I from Greek Anorak

The Greek company Anorak offers a soft bulletproof vest, Titanium Tactical QR I, available for sale from EUR 599 to EUR 738.

2026-06-23 | Rafał Muczyński | 2 minutes

Polish team wins King of 2 Miles 2026 competition

Jakub Sidorowicz as the shooter and Rafał Rutkowski as the spotter won the demanding King of 2 Miles long-range competition in France, scoring two…

2026-05-12 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

This Year’s Spring Delta Long Range Weekend Concludes

Another edition of the Delta Long Range Weekend has concluded. Long-range shooting enthusiasts met at the Military Institute of Armament Technology…

2026-05-11 | Grzegorz Sobczak | 4 minutes

CZ Bren 3 for Montenegro

On July 24th, 2026, Colt CZ Group officially announced the signing of an agreement for the delivery of products from Česká…

2026-07-28 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

New 1–10x LPVO: Sightmark Presidio 1–10×26 SFP

Sightmark is introducing a new Presidio 1–10×26 SFP low‑power variable optic, designed to stand out with an MRAD reticle featuring a centrally illuminated…

2026-07-22 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

Mantis TitanX now available at the Strefa Celu store

Strefa Celu (Jammas) announces the arrival of advanced Mantis TitanX training devices, which, taking the form of a Glock pistol replica…

2026-04-02 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

Delta Long Range Weekend 2026 coming on May 9

This year’s edition of Delta Long Range Weekend will take place on May 9. Do you shoot mid-range, long-range, or extreme long-range? Test…

2026-03-16 | Michał Ihnatów | 5 minutes

Growth in Firearm Permits in Poland Continues in 2025

The National Police Headquarters has released a report on firearm permits in Poland in 2025. The number of shooters continues to increase, with nearly 45,000…

2026-02-06 | Michał Ihnatów | 6 minutes

Poland: Temporary Ban on Carrying Firearms in Warsaw on November 11, 2025

Minister Marcin Kierwiński has instructed the security services to take measures ensuring safety during the Independence March in Warsaw and other events…

2025-10-30 | 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

Mactronic Patrol RX Flashlight – Six-Month Field Review

I received the Mactronic Patrol RX for testing at the end of 2025. After more than six months of use, I can now…

2026-07-02 | Michał Ihnatów | 9 minutes

KJI K950 Carbon – a tripod for discerning shooters

The concept of tripods in shooting has firmly taken root in shooters’ minds. The idea of using tripods began to take shape during…

2026-06-11 | Jarosław Lis | 10 minutes

Light on the Rifle: Why It Changes Everything Inside a Building

Weapon-mounted lighting is one of the most discussed and least understood categories in tactical equipment. This is a guide to what it actually…

2026-07-13 | Redakcja | 5 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

Nearly 60 billion dollars for PAC-3 MSE missile production

The US Department of Defense has finalized a framework agreement with Lockheed Martin for the multiyear production of PAC-3 MSE interceptor missiles. Together with an agreement awarded in April, this brings the cumulative value to 58.62 billion USD.

On Wednesday, July 28, 2026, US company Lockheed Martin announced that it had finalized a seven-year framework agreement concluded with the US Department of Defense on January 6 through a 53.86 billion USD contract modification for the production of PAC-3 (Patriot Advanced Capability-3) interceptor missiles for the MIM-104 Patriot air and missile defense system. Together with the 4.761 billion USD modification awarded on April 9, this brings the cumulative value of the agreement to 58.62 billion USD.

Photo: Lockheed Martin

The January framework agreement provides for increasing large-scale production of PAC-3 MSE missiles from the current level of approximately 600 to 2,000 units annually. Accordingly, on April 1 this year, Boeing also signed an agreement to triple production of seekers for these missiles, while on July 27 L3Harris Technologies received an order to increase production of the advanced two-pulse solid rocket motor, the Attitude Control Motors (ACMs) forming part of the Attitude Control Section (ACS), and the Lethality Enhancer. Wojskowe Zakłady Elektroniczne will serve as a subcontractor for the ACM and ACS components, as announced on May 26.

According to Lockheed Martin’s press release, the new funding will enable the company to triple PAC-3 MSE production by the end of 2030 and increase employment at its Camden, Arkansas, facilities by 50%, from 1,200 to approximately 1,850 employees. Final assembly of the missiles takes place at the Camden site.

Today’s announcement turns concept into reality, providing industry with the long-term demand signals it needs to build a resilient supply chain, scale production, and deliver critical capabilities to our Warfighters at the speed of relevance,” said Michael P. Duffey, Under Secretary of War for Acquisition and Sustainment.

This is a once-in-a-generation moment, and we are moving with wartime urgency to deliver the Arsenal of Freedom,” said Lockheed Martin Chairman, President and CEO Jim Taiclet. “Lockheed Martin is sparing no effort with our investment, hiring and facility upgrades as we deliver on the government’s acquisition transformation.

This agreement is Lockheed Martin’s second major multiyear contract under the US Department of Defense’s new acquisition model, following the seven-year framework agreement signed with the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on June 24, 2026, with a maximum value of 35,327,237,604 USD, for the production of interceptor missiles for the advanced Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system.

Lockheed Martin will invest between 8 billion USD and 9 billion USD through 2030 to modernize more than 20 facilities in the United States and rapidly increase munitions production. The company has already marked two major milestones at its munitions plants this year. On May 21, it broke ground on the new Building 47 at the Munitions Production Center in Troy, Alabama, which will support the THAAD program and the Next-Generation Interceptor (NGI).

PAC-3 MSE

PAC-3 MSE missiles, developed from the Cost Reduction Initiative (CRI) variant, were designed to enhance the MIM-104 Patriot system’s ability to intercept ballistic missiles. As part of the program, they received more powerful rocket motors, while their performance, including interception range and altitude, was also improved. PAC-3 MSE missiles can also engage maneuvering targets such as cruise missiles and crewed and uncrewed aircraft. They do not carry a conventional explosive warhead, instead destroying targets through kinetic energy using the hit-to-kill principle.

Further major orders for PAC-3 MSE production are particularly important for Poland, not only as a user of the system but also as a supplier. Companies belonging to the Polish Armaments Group (PGZ) are integrated into the program’s supply chain, including the aforementioned Wojskowe Zakłady Elektroniczne, as well as Wojskowe Zakłady Lotnicze No. 1 and Wojskowe Zakłady Uzbrojenia.

UPDATE

On July 30, the US Department of Defense published details of the contract awarded the previous day by the US Army Contracting Command (ACC) at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama:

The modification is valued at 53,859,843,289 USD, increasing the contract’s cumulative value to 58,620,843,289 USD. It covers the production of hardware and equipment, as well as the manufacturing activities required to produce PAC-3 MSE missiles. Work will be performed in Huntsville, Alabama; Camden, Arkansas; Hollister, California; Clearwater, Lake Mary, Ocala, and Pinellas Park, Florida; Wichita, Kansas; Chelmsford, Massachusetts; Lincoln, Nebraska; East Aurora, New York; Archbald, Pennsylvania; Grand Prairie and Lufkin, Texas; Vergennes, Vermont; and Rocket Center, West Virginia, with an estimated completion date of March 31, 2035. No funds were obligated at the time of the award.

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