Fortem Technologies and MBDA expand counter-drone partnership for European air defences
U.S.-based Fortem Technologies and European missile-maker MBDA announced an expanded partnership to integrate Fortem's autonomous counter-drone systems into European and allied air-defence architectures. The agreement enables defence and government customers to deploy Fortem technology through MBDA. No contract values or specific programmes were disclosed.
Italy eyes MBDA munitions for Baykar-derived TB-3 combat drone assembled by LBA Systems
Italy's air force intends to equip its six TB-3 drones — derived from Baykar's TB-3 and assembled in Italy by LBA Systems — with MBDA armaments, Defense News reports. The move would integrate European weapons onto a Turkish-origin platform built locally.
Why it matters: Rome is threading the needle: Turkish airframe, Italian assembly, European weapons. It's a hedging strategy that keeps Ankara's industrial appetite inside NATO boundaries.
MBDA offers SM39 Block 2 Mod 2 Exocet for Indonesia's Scorpène submarines
MBDA confirmed it is offering the submarine-launched SM39 Exocet Block 2 Mod 2 anti-ship missile for Indonesia's future Scorpène Evolved submarines. The weapon is a modernized variant of the SM39 family already in service with multiple navies. Indonesia is procuring Scorpène-class boats from Naval Group.
MBDA completes validation firing of Teseo Mk2/E anti-ship missile for Italian Navy
MBDA successfully completed the validation launch of the new Teseo Mk2/E anti-ship missile system for the Italian Navy, marking completion of a multi-year development programme. The Mk2/E variant incorporates an evolved guidance system and extended range compared to earlier Teseo versions. The missile is intended for Italian surface combatants and represents a domestic alternative to imported anti-ship weapons.
MBDA pitches combat-proven Aster missile family to Royal Danish Navy at industry day
MBDA showcased the Aster 15 and Aster 30 air-defence missiles to the Royal Danish Navy during DALO Industry Days 2026, highlighting their combat record in the Red Sea and new Block 1 NT capabilities. Denmark is evaluating air-defence options for future surface combatants.