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Prosecution case turns on a UK government deal to provide military communication networks
Defence contractor is leading beneficiary of European governments’ rush to increase capabilities
Giorgia Meloni’s government exercises ‘golden power’ over jet engine maker’s purchase of Italian flight controls business
Israel-Hamas war has prompted several ministers in Berlin to reconsider relations with Gulf kingdom
Weapons maker Emilian Gebrev survived two poisoning attempts and his munitions plants were set ablaze
US defence group’s decision to withdraw from first stage of competition leaves just one contender
Activity of British arm of VSMPO-AVISMA is legal because of carve-out in sanctions regimes
Airline’s president says engine does not meet its maintenance requirements
Higher military spending and stronger balance sheet has made group’s results more predictable, says CEO
Deals for over 100 aircraft on first day of Dubai air show cement industry rebound despite regional tensions
Seoul has big ambitions for independent launches and a GPS-like satellite network
Defence company to upgrade infrastructure at the Devonport naval base
Berlin pledges to plug budgetary holes that will speed up procurement and help meet Nato targets
Guillaume Faury says curbs on selling Eurofighter are damaging to Germany’s reputation as an exporting nation
Defence sales worth €300mn this year is 10-fold rise on 2022, with most licences approved after October 7 attack
Seoul worries political change and lack of funds could scupper Warsaw’s plans to buy tanks, howitzers and rockets
European missile maker MBDA signs its largest export contract ever
Military contractor says industry has failed to make inroads abroad to compete with US and Europe
Repair and maintenance specialists are working overtime as supply chain issues persist
Defence business takes almost $800mn in charges amid struggles with Trump-era Air Force One deal
Aviation business reported a 25% jump in revenues for the third quarter
Kyiv is converting US missiles for new uses and prioritising joint ventures with western companies
Jet manufacturer faces delays after being forced to deal with cash crisis and have tasks redone at Spirit AeroSystems
Leasing companies have been able to increase their rates significantly for the most in-demand jets
Programme is expected to be one of the most hotly contested procurement deals in the UK in years
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