The German Navy is once again counting on simulation expertise from Rheinmetall when it comes to training its NH90 NTH Sea Lion helicopter crews. In December 2020 the European NH90 procurement and management organization, NAHEMA, awarded the company an order for an Asterion classroom solution destined for Naval…

thyssenkrupp Aerospace has signed a three-year contract with the South Korean aircraft manufacturer Korean Aerospace Industries (KAI). From early 2021 thyssenkrupp Aerospace will supply materials for KAI's civil and military programs and will also manage supply chains. This will allow thyssenkrupp Aerospace to…

The sensor specialist HENSOLDT is one of the 100 most innovative companies in Germany. This is corroborated by the 2021 TOP-100 seal of approval, awarded by the compamedia competition for innovation management. This year, particularly innovative companies are honoured for the 28th time.…

The launching ceremony for the 44-meter fast patrol vessel named “Tenente Petrucci” [Lieutenant Petrucci] built by the Effebi shipyard for the Guardia di Finanza, the Italian finance police, was held on January 26th. The vessel is the unit 1 which will be delivered to the Corps in the early…

The fast patrol vessel was built in the Effebi shipyard in Massa-Avenza and then transported to Viareggio for her official launch. The ceremony took place in the presence of the General Commander, Gen. Giuseppe Zafarana; the Central Aeronaval Commander, Gen. Michele Carbone; the ship godmother…

“Today, a few months after the delivery of an 8-meter hybrid propulsion boat to the Corps within the magnificent setting of the Venice lagoon, we are proud to launch this patrol vessel in Viareggio, the world capital of production of yachts over 30 meters which employs over 5000…

Effebi developed this Coastal Patrol Vessel – which has a length of 44 meters and a width of approximately 8.60 meters - thanks to the considerable experience acquired since the ‘80s with its comprehensive range of composite crafts up to 50 meters; powered by waterjet propulsion and 4 MTU…

The patrol vessel “Tenente Petrucci” is crewed by 23 people and can accommodate up to 150 people on board during rescue operations. She will also provide the possibility to carry out fire-fighting operations and will be equipped with a tender with a fast-launching system thanks to…

“An important project built during this hard historical moment, the Covid-19 has slowed down our activity but has not overcome us. For us, it’s a matter of pride” adds Katia Balducci.

Saab has today, on Wednesday 16th of December, delivered the second submarine of Gotland-class to the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) after a Mid-life upgrade.

Saab has conducted a Mid-life upgrade of HMS Uppland. Taking all necessary measures to ensure the submarine's operational…

A groundbreaking ceremony for the new International Flight Training School was celebrated today at the Italian Air Force’s base in Decimomannu (Sardinia – Italy). Italian Defence Undersecretary Hon. Giulio Calvisi, the Sardinian Region’s Governor Hon. Christian Solinas, Italian Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Enzo…

Patria AMVXP 8x8 vehicles have now been sent from Finland to Japan for test purposes. These vehicles are part of the Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force’s project called the Next Wheeled Armored Vehicle operating under the Japanese Ministry of Defense. The vehicles will be handed over to the Japanese…