defense
Latvian intel: drones drive up to 80% of Ukraine war casualties
Latvia’s SAB assesses drones cause 70–80% of Ukraine war casualties, accelerating tactics while constraining maneuver and raising the premium on sustained Western support.
eu
baltics
Quantum Systems and ADV Defense sign MoU to deepen German‑Lithuanian drone cooperation
Quantum Systems and Lithuania's ADV Defense signed a memorandum in Vilnius to collaborate on market expansion, localisation and joint R&D to integrate unmanned systems and strengthen supply chains for NATO's Eastern Flank.
regulation
Regulator seeks input on future Air Traffic Services rulemaking
A civil aviation regulator has launched a call for information inviting ATS providers, controllers and flight operators to provide evidence and views to inform future Air Traffic Services rulemaking.
defense
France Drops FPV Drones from A400M; Fixed‑Wing Seen as Better Option
France tested dropping FPV quadcopters from an A400M transport aircraft but analysts argue fixed-wing drones would provide greater range, endurance, and survivability.
defense
Orqa Initiates FPV Training Integration for Croatian Armed Forces
Orqa begins 'train the trainer' FPV drone programs for the Croatian Army to institutionalize tactical UAV skills.
eu
EASA ASC 2025: Complacency seen as top safety risk, rules to be simplified
EASA warned that complacency, fuelled by a strong safety record, is the biggest threat to European aviation safety and called for streamlined rules to focus on current risks.
defense
Berlin–Rome back Hybrid CoE after US exit, signalling EU self-reliance on hybrid defence
Germany and Italy pledged to strengthen Hybrid CoE and boost EU hybrid-intelligence fusion as the US exits the centre, signalling Europe-led continuity in counter-hybrid defence.
industry
Parrot secures multi-year deal to supply ANAFI UKR micro-UAS to European force
Parrot has been awarded a multi-year contract to deliver its ANAFI UKR micro‑UAS to a European Defence Force to enhance frontline reconnaissance and situational awareness.
defense
EU-US $800B Ukraine Recovery Pitch Hinges on Ceasefire and Investor Risk
An EU-U.S. document pitches mobilising ~$800B for Ukraine’s recovery through 2040, but private capital remains constrained by ceasefire and security-guarantee requirements.
baltics
Quantum Systems and ADV Defense sign MoU to boost German-Lithuanian defence ties
Quantum-Systems and Lithuania’s ADV Defense signed a memorandum of understanding to create an industrial partnership for unmanned systems operations, sustainment and training in the Baltic region.
innovation
How drones can scale reforestation of the world's major forests
Drone-based seeding and remote sensing can accelerate large-scale reforestation by improving access and monitoring, but long-term success requires appropriate species selection, follow-up care and local partnerships.
industry
Quantum Systems triples valuation after €180M Series C extension
Quantum Systems raised a €180 million Series C extension, bringing 2025 fundraising to €340 million and lifting its valuation above €3 billion.