Textron Systems has been awarded a prototype agreement by the US Army under the LASSO program, marking another step in the Army's push to field portable loitering munitions. The Damocles loitering munition system will be delivered and demonstrated, with a focus on its VTOL-launched effect and autonomous search-and-strike capability.
MBDA plans to establish a new wholly-owned subsidiary in the UAE, focusing on loitering munitions and missiles. The company aims to increase its presence in the Middle East through partnerships with local firms like EDGE Group and Calidus.
EOS Technologie has released new footage showing the automatic strike test of its Veloce 330 and Rodeur 330 loitering munitions, filmed in the presence of the French Defense Innovation Agency and representatives of the French Armed Forces. The demonstration marks the latest step in France's push to evaluate domestically developed anti-armor effectors.
EDGE Group has partnered with Spanish firm Indra to establish a loitering munitions and weapons manufacturing entity in Europe. The company will be located in the León province of Spain at Indra's new facility, with an investment of between €15 million and €20 million.