Non-US Aerospace/Defense Companies & Contracts

DITZINGEN, Germany - The Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) has commissioned Thales in Germany to deliver 60 GO12 short-range battlefield radar systems, including additional equipment, spare parts, and user training.

The GO12, is a reconnaissance and artillery radar that can detect drones as well as vehicles. Developed in Germany and manufactured in Ditzingen, Baden-Württemberg, the portable ground surveillance radar is already in use in 20 countries. The systems will be delivered in 2026.

As a tactical infantry radar, the GO12 is specifically designed for highly mobile forces. With a sensor volume of only 28 liters, it can be carried in a backpack by two soldiers, in addition to 15-20 kilograms of personal equipment. This radar operates in all weather conditions, notably rain, snow, and fog, if optical sensors such as camera drones can no longer provide usable results.

Source: Thales
Associated URL: https://www.thalesgroup.com/en

LONDON -- The United Kingdom's Prime Minister Starmer announced the establishment of a new Rapid AI Delivery Taskforce (RAID).

RAID has three core objectives: to accelerate deployment of AI into the hands of British Armed Forces; to accelerate troop-level decision-making, enhance planning, and reduce the risks to human life through the use of uncrewed systems; and to lower the barrier of entry for private firms to work with the Ministry of Defence (MoD).

RAID is established jointly between the Prime Minister and the Defence Secretary. RAID will report directly to the Chief of the Defence Staff, who will release further details at the AI Summit London this week.

A new AI Expert Advisory Group will be established to inform RAID's work.

Source: United Kingdom Government
Associated URL: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-taskforce-to-put-ai-on-the-uks-frontline

MUNICH -- Helsing unveiled the CA-1 Electronic Attack (CA-1EA) at the International Aerospace Exhibition.

The company describes the CA-1EA as an AI-powered autonomous aircraft specifically designed for electronic warfare. It is an expansion of the CA-1 Europa platform, on the basis of which Helsing is currently building an autonomous combat aircraft, which from now on will be designated as the CA-1KA (Kinetic Attack).

The CA-1KA and the CA-1EA for electronic warfare share the same airframe, propulsion system, autonomy software suite, and ground control infrastructure. The primary difference between the aircraft lies in the payload.

This concept allows the CA-1 platform to be further expanded.

The CA-1 platform is currently in development, with maiden flights for the CA-1 Europa attack version planned for early 2027. The CA-1 platform is being developed and manufactured by Helsing’s subsidiary, Grob Aircraft, in southern Germany. Initial Operating Capability (IOC) is scheduled for 2029 for the CA-1 KA and 2031 for the CA-1EA.

Source: Helsing
Associated URL: https://helsing.ai/newsroom/helsing-introduces-the-ca-1-electronic-attack-an-autonomous-combat-aircraft-for-electronic-warfare