European Aerospace Plans Under “Project Bromo” Move Forward European aerospace leaders Leonardo, Thales and Airbus are considering forming a joint space company. The decision is expected by the end of July, according to Leonardo CEO Roberto Cingolani. Speaking at the Paris Airshow, he confirmed that the companies are reviewing the feasibility of the alliance under a project named “Project Bromo”, inspired by an Indonesian volcano. The goal of this venture is to enhance Europe’s competitiveness in the satellite internet sector, especially against the growing presence of Elon Musk’s Starlink. Key Areas Under Review The three aerospace groups are evaluating several…
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Diplomatic Outreach of Japan Falls Short Prime Minister of Japan, Shigeru Ishiba’s attempt to secure relief from US tariffs ended without success this week. His direct appeal to President Donald Trump during the G7 summit in Canada failed to shift Washington’s stance. This result has highlighted deepening differences between the two allies, with further tariffs set to take effect soon. Ishiba attended the summit hoping to restart stalled talks on a steep 25% tariff imposed on Japanese car imports. According to officials familiar with the discussions, Japanese negotiators had already faced difficulties persuading the US to ease trade restrictions. Although…
Demand Shortfall Forces Ferrari Rethink on EV Roadmap Ferrari has pushed back the launch of its second fully-electric vehicle to at least 2028, according to sources close to the company. The move comes amid sluggish demand for high-performance luxury EVs. Originally planned for a 2026 debut, the model’s release has now been postponed twice. The Italian carmaker, known for its iconic petrol engines, began selling hybrid models in 2019. Ferrari will begin unveiling its first EV this October, followed by a full reveal next spring. The first model will be delivered to customers starting in October 2026. Challenges for Electric…
Combat-Tested Drone Tech from Ukraine Heads to Taiwan Taiwan has signed a strategic deal with Auterion, a drone software firm based in the US and Germany, to strengthen its defence capabilities. Auterion’s software, already tested in Ukraine’s conflict with Russia, will now support Taiwan’s efforts to deter potential military threats from China. The agreement, announced on Tuesday, links Auterion with Taiwan’s National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology. This state-backed research organisation plays a central role in Taiwan’s defence innovation. The partnership aims to enhance Taiwan’s uncrewed systems and drone swarming capabilities. Building an Autonomous Drone Fleet Auterion’s software powers…
Kalyani Strategic Systems Highlights Indian Defence Innovation at Indo Defence Expo 2025 Promoting Advanced Artillery Systems in Southeast Asia Jakarta, Indonesia – 12 June 2025:Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited (KSSL), a wholly owned arm of Bharat Forge Limited, is showcasing its defence innovations at the Indo Defence Expo & Forum 2025. The event, running from 11 to 14 June in Jakarta, is the largest of its kind in Southeast Asia. KSSL is using this platform to highlight India’s strength in indigenous defence technology. KSSL brings a strong track record in land systems and next-generation artillery platforms. Its presence at the expo…
SpaceX’s Role in Golden Dome Missile Defence in Doubt Amid Musk-Trump Rift The future role of Elon Musk’s SpaceX in a high-profile US missile defence project, known as “Golden Dome”, is now uncertain. This shift follows a public and dramatic falling out between Musk and President Donald Trump, according to three individuals familiar with the matter. Until recently, the White House considered SpaceX a key player in the Golden Dome initiative. The company was expected to work alongside software firm Palantir and drone manufacturer Anduril. Together, they were meant to develop essential elements of the project. The Pentagon had been…
U.S. Gears Up for Space War Amid Rising Tensions with China At the U.S. Space Command headquarters in Colorado Springs, military planners are preparing for the possibility of the first major space war. The year 2027 looms large. This is when the U.S. believes Chinese President Xi Jinping may have instructed his forces to be ready for a Taiwan invasion. Like wars in Ukraine and Gaza, any space-related conflict would depend heavily on satellite systems. It could involve electronic jamming, AI-driven drones, and spacecraft able to shadow or even disable others. Although much of this preparation remains classified, key developments…
Locations of Iran’s Nuclear Facilities Iran’s nuclear programme and facilities span several key sites. While fears of Israeli airstrikes have persisted for decades, only some of these facilities are underground. These sites play different roles in uranium enrichment, research, and energy production. Does Iran Have a Nuclear Weapons Programme? The US and the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog believe that Iran once ran a coordinated, secret nuclear weapons programme. This activity is thought to have ended in 2003. Iran, however, strongly denies ever having had or planning to develop nuclear weapons. In 2015, Iran signed a deal with world powers. This…
Hungary to Sell Majority Defence Stake to 4iG Ahead of 2026 Election The Government of Hungary plans to sell a major part of its defence industry stake to 4iG Group, the Ministry of Economy announced on Wednesday. This move includes shares in several key facilities, including Rheinmetall’s Hungarian subsidiary. Defence Assets Consolidated and Offered for Sale Under the proposed plan, state-owned N7 Holding—currently owning stakes in nine defence companies—will transfer its assets to a new subsidiary called N7 Defence Zrt. Following this, 4iG’s defence unit, 4iG SDT, will acquire a 75% plus one vote majority in the new firm. The…
BAE Systems and Hanwha Systems Partner to Develop Multi-Sensor Satellite Network BAE Systems and Hanwha Systems have signed a strategic agreement to co-develop a global multi-sensor satellite system. This initiative aims to enhance space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities for defence and security applications worldwide. Combining RF and SAR Technologies The partnership brings together BAE Systems’ expertise in ultra-wide band radio frequency (RF) sensors and Hanwha Systems’ specialisation in synthetic aperture radar (SAR) technologies. Together, they plan to build an integrated satellite solution capable of collecting and processing RF and SAR data in space. The system will feature advanced…
