Connecting Skies • Bridging Continents
China successfully launches AlSat-3B, the second Algerian remote sensing satellite, enhancing bilateral cooperation in space technology and supporting Algeria’s land management and disaster mitigation efforts. On 31 January 2026, China successfully launched the AlSat-3B satellite for Algeria from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China. The satellite was deployed into its planned orbit at […]
BAE Systems opens a new Utah office to support ICBM sustainment and modernisation, strengthening local workforce development and innovation in the defence and technology sector. BAE Systems has announced the opening of a new office in Utah, expanding the company’s presence in the state and reinforcing its continued investment in the local workforce, economy and
BAE SYSTEMS EXPANDS UTAH FOOTPRINT WITH NEW OFFICE OPENINGRead More »
United Aircraft Corporation and Flamingo Aerospace sign a framework agreement for six IL-114-300 regional aircraft, supporting India’s regional connectivity and aviation capability development. United Aircraft Corporation (UAC), part of Rostec, and Flamingo Aerospace Private Limited have signed a framework purchase agreement for six IL-114-300 regional aircraft. The agreement was formally signed during the Wings India
Collins Aerospace has signed three-year distribution agreements with Integrated Procurement Technologies, S3 AeroDefense and Derco to enhance global hardware and logistics support for C-130 Hercules wheels and brakes. Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, has signed three-year parts distribution agreements to strengthen hardware and logistics support for wheels and brakes on the C-130 Hercules fleet.
COLLINS AEROSPACE SIGNS DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENTS FOR C-130 WHEELS AND BRAKESRead More »
Mexico has become the first country in Latin America to operate the C-130J Super Hercules following the acquisition of its first C-130J-30 tactical airlifter by the Fuerza Aérea Mexicana. The announcement was confirmed by Lockheed Martin on 21 January 2026. The acquisition marks the first of two international C-130J contract awards completed in 2025, with
LOCKHEED MARTIN WELCOMES MEXICO TO THE C-130J SUPER HERCULES FLEETRead More »
Air India has placed an additional order for 30 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, reinforcing its single-aisle growth plans as travel demand continues to rise across India and the wider South Asian region. The purchase comprises 20 737-8 aircraft and 10 737-10 aircraft. Boeing and Air India confirmed that the airline finalised the incremental purchase of
AIR INDIA ORDERS 30 BOEING 737 MAX JETS TO EXPAND SINGLE-AISLE FLEETRead More »
Nordic ground handling provider Aviator has outlined a refined six-point strategy focused on operational excellence, employee engagement, digital tools, and sustainability to strengthen airline partnerships and support long-term growth across Europe. Nordic ground handling provider Aviator has presented a refined long-term strategy aimed at strengthening its core capabilities, deepening airline partnerships, and improving employee engagement.
AVIATOR OUTLINES STRATEGY TO STRENGTHEN PARTNERSHIPS AND WORKFORCE ENGAGEMENTRead More »
Airbus Defence and Space and Hisdesat have signed an agreement to commercialise imagery from the future PAZ-2 radar satellites, extending their partnership in SAR-based Earth observation for defence and civil applications. Madrid, Spain / Brussels, Belgium, January 2026 – Airbus Defence and Space and Hisdesat have signed an agreement to extend and expand their long-standing
AIRBUS AND HISDESAT EXTEND COOPERATION FOR PAZ-2 SATELLITE IMAGERY COMMERCIALISATIONRead More »
The Italian Army has launched its A2CS programme with the delivery of the first four Lynx infantry fighting vehicles by the Leonardo Rheinmetall Military Vehicles joint venture, marking the start of fleet renewal. Rome, 27 January 2026 – The Italian Army has formally launched its A2CS (Army Armoured Combat Systems) programme following the delivery of
ITALIAN ARMY’S A2CS PROGRAMME BEGINS WITH FIRST LYNX VEHICLE DELIVERIESRead More »
Leonardo has been upgraded by Sustainalytics after reducing its ESG Risk Rating to 22/100, ranking third globally among Aerospace & Defence companies following continued improvements in sustainability performance. Rome, January 2026 – Leonardo has received an improved Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Risk Rating from Sustainalytics, with its score reduced to 22 out of 100
LEONARDO UPGRADED BY SUSTAINALYTICS FOLLOWING REDUCTION IN ESG RISKRead More »
