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Friday, July 4

The Ukrainian defense sector can produce up to 10 million UAVs each year; more partners have joined the drone coalition.

The Ukrainian defense sector can produce up to 10 million UAVs each year; more partners have joined the drone coalition. Rustem Umerov, head of the Ministry of Defense, discussed expanding cooperation between Ukraine’s defense industry and international partners with representatives from over 20 German defense com...

Thursday, July 3

Germany will fund the production of over 500 long-range weapons in Ukraine.

Germany will fund the production of over 500 long-range weapons in Ukraine. Representatives of the German government have already signed the first contract to finance the Ukrainian production of these weapons after German Chancellor Friedrich Merz promised to help Kyiv with t...

Wednesday, July 2

Which foreign arms manufacturers are already operating in Ukraine?

Which foreign arms manufacturers are already operating in Ukraine? As of mid-2025, at least eight foreign companies have already opened or plan to open arms production facilities in Ukraine. These includes research, assembly, maintenance, and repair operations, as we...

Ukraine is seeking new investment in its defense sector and enhancing collaboration with German arms manufacturers.

Ukraine is seeking new investment in its defense sector and enhancing collaboration with German arms manufacturers. During talks with EU representatives, President Zelenskyy emphasized investment in domestic weapon production, focusing on long-range UAVs, interceptor drones, and similar equipment. “This is cr...

Monday, June 30

Kyiv is launching a joint weapons production program with international partners in Ukraine withing Ramstein coalition.

Kyiv is launching a joint weapons production program with international partners in Ukraine withing Ramstein coalition. Ukraine’s Defense Minister Rustem Umerov revealed the Ministry of Defense’s plans to expand Ukraine’s cooperation with its allies on joint weapons manufacturing. He mentioned that th...

Ukraine’s economy is stable, but its development has stalled.

Ukraine’s economy is stable, but its development has stalled. Despite the war, the Ukrainian economy remains relatively stable, but growth has slowed because businesses have stopped investing in new projects, except for a few industries that have seen some benef...

Friday, June 27

Ukraine is planning changes to its preferential lending program for the defense industry: What are the plans?

Ukraine is planning changes to its preferential lending program for the defense industry: What are the plans? The Ministry of Strategic Industry is working on expanding the preferential lending program for manufacturers of weapons and military equipment, launched in November 2024. By June 2025, the program ha...

Thursday, June 26

Ukraine plans to incentivize the development of the defense industry.

Ukraine plans to incentivize the development of the defense industry. Draft laws on Defence City are being registered in the Verkhovna Rada, creating a special legal regime for taxation and state support of defense-industrial complex enterprises, similar to the existing...

Wednesday, June 25

Ukraine, with sufficient funding, can manufacture around eight million drones each year.

Ukraine, with sufficient funding, can manufacture around eight million drones each year. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy declared at the Defense Industry Forum in the Netherlands that “Our defense industry’s potential exceeds €35B, yet 40% remains unfunded, which is a major issue. For...

The EU will allocate €300M to support Ukraine’s defense industry under the new EDIP program.

The EU will allocate €300M to support Ukraine’s defense industry under the new EDIP program. The EU is making a significant move to strengthen its defense industry and integrate Ukraine’s defense industrial complex. EU countries have approved a mandate to negotiate with the European Parliamen...

Monday, June 23

Ukraine plans to produce its weapons in other countries, aims to export technology, and forecasts $43B in domestic defense industry investment.

Ukraine plans to produce its weapons in other countries, aims to export technology, and forecasts $43B in domestic defense industry investment. In an interview, President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine is negotiating the initiation of defense production abroad. Notably, there are already agreements in place with Denmark, Norway, Germany, Britain...

Tuesday, June 17

Germany is co-financing three drone production projects in Ukraine.

Germany is co-financing three drone production projects in Ukraine. According to German expert and senior researcher at the Munich Security Conference, Nico Lange, Berlin is investing in these three drone production initiatives. “These are not new projects; they...

Monday, June 16

Ukraine has already completed 47% of this year’s missile program objectives: The domestically produced Sapsan ballistic missile is faster than the American ATACMS.

Ukraine has already completed 47% of this year’s missile program objectives: The domestically produced Sapsan ballistic missile is faster than the American ATACMS. As of June 1, Deputy Defense Minister Anatoly Klochko stated that Ukraine’s missile program for 2025 is 47% complete. Funding sources for the development of the weapon come from the state budget...

Friday, June 6

In 2025, Ukraine’s international partners will allocate €1.3B to be invested in the Ukrainian defense industry according to the Danish model.

In 2025, Ukraine’s international partners will allocate €1.3B to be invested in the Ukrainian defense industry according to the Danish model. Ukraine will receive €1.3B in 2025 under the Danish model to finance its weapons production. As a result of negotiations, Ukraine will receive the first tranche of €428M from Denmark, Sweden, Canada, ...

Thursday, June 5

Ukraine plans to manufacture 2.5 million drones this year, having signed contracts worth $2.5B with 76 companies.

Ukraine plans to manufacture 2.5 million drones this year, having signed contracts worth $2.5B with 76 companies. According to the estimates, drone production will rise by 150%, increasing from one million last year to 2.5 million in 2025. The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense has allocated over $2.5B for 2024-2025 t...

Wednesday, June 4

Ukraine and its allies are developing and producing interceptor drones to combat Russian shaheeds.

Ukraine and its allies are developing and producing interceptor drones to combat Russian shaheeds. Three Ukrainian companies are currently manufacturing these drones, which cost about $5,000, though some interceptors can be as inexpensive as $300 per unit, according to Oleksandr Kamyshin, an advise...

American businesses in Ukraine are particularly focused on defense technologies.

American businesses in Ukraine are particularly focused on defense technologies. Currently, the most compelling direction for US businesses in Ukraine is the defense sector, particularly projects that can be classified as dual-use technologies, said Valeriy Krasovsky, co-founder a...

Monday, June 2

Ukrainian gunsmiths are fostering cooperation with their British and Canadian counterparts.

Ukrainian gunsmiths are fostering cooperation with their British and Canadian counterparts. The Ukrainian Gunsmiths Council has signed a memorandum of strategic cooperation with the British ADS Group, which comprises over 1,500 companies in the aerospace and defense sector. The agreement inc...

Friday, May 30

IRIS-T long-range weapons and air defense: How Ukraine will spend €5B in aid from Germany?

IRIS-T long-range weapons and air defense: How Ukraine will spend €5B in aid from Germany? According to Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, this is how these funds will be allocated: A portion will be used to purchase Ukrainian-made long-range weapons. This year, the plans is to produce a signi...

Thursday, May 29

Ukraine needs $30B to launch its defense production at full capacity,

Ukraine needs $30B to launch its defense production at full capacity, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy explained, mentioning that the state will soon be ready to license air defense systems. “This amount is needed to deploy production, in particular the missile progr...

Wednesday, May 28

Germany and Ukraine are discussing the production of long-range weapons in Ukraine.

Germany and Ukraine are discussing the production of long-range weapons in Ukraine. While the German government no longer plans to publicly announce specifics of defense assistance, relevant decisions are already being prepared behind the scenes. In particular, discussions are ongoin...

Sweden provides €417M to support the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

Sweden provides €417M to support the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Sweden has announced the allocation of SEK 4.8B (€417M) to assist the Ukrainian military and defense industry. These funds are part of the country’s 19th aid package and include financial contri...

The UK will allocate $3B of the profits from frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine.

The UK will allocate $3B of the profits from frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine. Ukraine and the United Kingdom have signed a project agreement regarding the use of excess profits from frozen Russian assets as part of the ERA initiative for the armament and repair of military equi...

Monday, May 26

Ukrainian drone manufacturer Skyeton is partnering with Danish company Quadsat to enhance UAV capabilities.

Ukrainian drone manufacturer Skyeton is partnering with Danish company Quadsat to enhance UAV capabilities. Ukrainian UAV manufacturer Skyeton has announced a strategic partnership with Danish company Quadsat, which specializes in radio frequency research. The companies are collaborating to develop electrom...

Friday, May 23

The EU will make its first contribution to a dedicated defense fund and help to develop the defense industry together with Ukraine.

The EU will make its first contribution to a dedicated defense fund and help to develop the defense industry together with Ukraine. The EU will invest the first €40M into a dedicated European defense fund, seeking to strengthen its military capabilities. The European Investment Fund (EIF), which provides financing to small and med...

Ukraine could have earned over $2B from arms exports last year.

Ukraine could have earned over $2B from arms exports last year. Ukrainian gunmakers are prepared to export surplus products to partner countries, but they need permission from the state, said Kateryna Mykhalko, executive director of the Technological Forces of Ukr...

Thursday, May 15

The Ukrainian Parliament supports allowing arms exports, emphasizing the need for increased governmental support for exporters.

The Ukrainian Parliament supports allowing arms exports, emphasizing the need for increased governmental support for exporters. Danylo Hetmantsev, the head of the parliamentary finance committee, argues that resuming military product exports would achieve four objectives: Attract additional financial resources from foreign cli...

Wednesday, May 14

The EU plans to utilize a portion of the €800B designated for its rearmament to acquire weapons for Ukraine.

The EU plans to utilize a portion of the €800B designated for its rearmament to acquire weapons for Ukraine. European Commissioner for Defense Andrius Kubilius indicated that part of funds designated for the ReArm Europe initiative will be allocated to providing military assistance to Ukraine. The ReArm Euro...

Tuesday, May 13

The European Commission has finalized its initial contracts for investments in Ukraine’s defense sector,

The European Commission has finalized its initial contracts for investments in Ukraine’s defense sector, with the EU allocating €900M for weapons for the Armed Forces of Ukraine sourced from profits generated by frozen Russian assets. Deputy Secretary General of the EU Foreign Affairs Service Charles Fri...

The EU and Ukraine have established a new working group to enhance defense cooperation.

The EU and Ukraine have established a new working group to enhance defense cooperation. Deputy Secretary-General of the EU External Action Service Charles Fries stated that this initiative aims to develop practical solutions for defense-industrial collaboration. He emphasized that the EU...

Monday, May 12

The European Union allocates €1.9B for Ukrainian military support.

The European Union allocates €1.9B for Ukrainian military support. During their visit to Lviv, top European diplomats promised to provide Ukraine with additional military support totaling nearly €1.9B, with €1B being allocated to purchase weapons directly from Ukrain...

Friday, May 9

Defense experts outline possible conditions for the export of Ukrainian defense industry products.

Defense experts outline possible conditions for the export of Ukrainian defense industry products. Ihor Fomenko, the General Director of the Defense Division of the Federation of Employers of Ukraine, stated that several options for exporting Ukrainian defense products are currently being considere...

Wednesday, May 7

The Cabinet of Ministers is preparing to allow the export of defense products in May: What are the scenarios that are being envisioned for manufacturers?

The Cabinet of Ministers is preparing to allow the export of defense products in May: What are the scenarios that are being envisioned for manufacturers? The Ukrainian government may permit the export of defense products as early as May, and work on this has been ongoing for several months. Government sources say that the president has already approved...

Tuesday, May 6

The EU has a proposal to double military aid to Ukraine if Trump fails to persuade Putin to conclude peace.

The EU has a proposal to double military aid to Ukraine if Trump fails to persuade Putin to conclude peace. EU Commissioner for Defense and Space Andrius Kubilius stated that the US and the EU currently allocate about €40B annually for military assistance to Ukraine. He believes these funds could be used mo...

Friday, April 25

Brave1 demonstrates the state’s support for defense technology.

Brave1 demonstrates the state’s support for defense technology. Over the past two years of the Brave1 technology cluster’s operation, more than 1,500 developers have joined, and have registered over 3,500 technological solutions according to Brave1 COO, Nata...

Wednesday, April 23

Europe will boost its investment in the Ukrainian defense industry rather than provide direct arms supplies.

Europe will boost its investment in the Ukrainian defense industry rather than provide direct arms supplies. The European military assistance program for Ukraine aims to increase investment in Ukraine’s domestic weapons production. Currently, more countries are exploring the option of investing in the ...

Tuesday, April 22

Ukraine’s defense industry is driving demand for metal products needed in mechanical engineering by 25 to 30%.

Ukraine’s defense industry is driving demand for metal products needed in mechanical engineering by 25 to 30%. Since 2023, the Ukrainian market for metal products used in machine building has shown a gradual recovery, growing by 25 to 30% based on last year’s results. Estimates indicate that in 2024 the Ukrain...

Tuesday, April 15

Ukraine has emerged as the world’s leading producer of FPV drones, manufacturing over 2.2 million UAVs annually, with the domestic defense industry capable of producing up to 10 million units.

Ukraine has emerged as the world’s leading producer of FPV drones, manufacturing over 2.2 million UAVs annually, with the domestic defense industry capable of producing up to 10 million units. During the Ukrainian Weapons 2024 briefing, Defense Ministry officials reported on the defense-industrial base’s rapid expansion in order to meet modern warfare’s demands. The CEO of Tenco...

Monday, April 14

The Ukrainian defense industry has ramped up cruise missile production by 700%.

The Ukrainian defense industry has ramped up cruise missile production by 700%. According to Herman Smetanin, Ukraine’s minister of strategic industries, last year Ukraine was able to produce only one cruise missile – the Neptune. However, last year the state launched many ...

Wednesday, March 26

Most Ukrainian defense industry manufacturers are considering moving their operations abroad. Why?

Most Ukrainian defense industry manufacturers are considering moving their operations abroad. Why? As of February, 85% of private manufacturers of weapons and military equipment (WME) are planning to relocate or have already done so, according to 34 private companies in the defense sector. The top ...

Wednesday, March 19

Ukrainian gunsmiths increased their production by more than 200% in 2024, and will continue to grow this year.

Ukrainian gunsmiths increased their production by more than 200% in 2024, and will continue to grow this year. In 2024, total arms production volume in Ukraine amounted to $10B, which is 200% more than in 2023 and 900% more than in 2022. However, Ukrainian manufacturers are only operating at 30-40% of their ca...

Thursday, March 13

US startups are collaborating with Ukrainian manufacturers to develop superior drones for the Pentagon.

US startups are collaborating with Ukrainian manufacturers to develop superior drones for the Pentagon. US defense startups have partnered with Ukrainian manufacturers to produce better, war-tested drones for the US military. The Americans have invested billions of dollars in venture capital to develop ...

Tuesday, March 11

Ukraine will receive 200% more IRIS-T air defense systems and missiles.

Ukraine will receive 200% more IRIS-T air defense systems and missiles. The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has signed a memorandum of understanding with German Diehl Defence, which produces IRIS-T systems and is “an important part of Ukraine’s air defense shie...

The NB8 countries will support Ukraine, with air defense, ammunition, and investment in the Ukrainian defense industry.

The NB8 countries will support Ukraine, with air defense, ammunition, and investment in the Ukrainian defense industry. After a meeting with defense ministers from the Nordic Baltic 8 (Norway, Iceland, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania), Defense Minister Rustem Umerov elaborated on these nations&...

Monday, March 10

The EC is considering granting Ukraine access to the European single market as part of a final peace agreement.

The EC is considering granting Ukraine access to the European single market as part of a final peace agreement. The head of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, will propose granting Ukraine access to the European single market as part of a final peace agreement. Ukraine’s access to a market wit...

Monday, March 3

Without US assistance, Ukraine can resist Russia for at least six months.

Without US assistance, Ukraine can resist Russia for at least six months. If the US administration decides to withdraw its support, Ukraine will be able to fight for another six months, according to Kyiv’s assessment. “This is probably true. The war is increasin...

Lithuania is investing €20M in Ukraine’s defense industry, and a Norwegian missile manufacturer will launch a joint venture in Ukraine.

Lithuania is investing €20M in Ukraine’s defense industry, and a Norwegian missile manufacturer will launch a joint venture in Ukraine. Lithuania is dedicating €20M to developing the Ukrainian defense sector and has initiated the establishment of joint weapon production facilities. The Lithuanian Ministry of Defense announced plans to...

The EU will consider a large-scale investment program for its defense complex and Ukrainian assistance.

The EU will consider a large-scale investment program for its defense complex and Ukrainian assistance. French President Emmanuel Macron says that at the EU summit on March 6, a new large-scale package of financial assistance to Ukraine will be considered. The summit’s goal is to strengthen suppor...

Wednesday, February 26

Biden ensured the supply of American weapons to the Armed Forces of Ukraine until 2026.

Biden ensured the supply of American weapons to the Armed Forces of Ukraine until 2026. According to the WSJ, Ukraine will receive weapons from the US throughout 2025, as former US President Biden, before leaving the White House, tried to ensure that Ukraine would be able to resist Russi...

Friday, February 21

The President of Lithuania has unveiled his own plan to support Ukraine, calling for an urgent €10B investment in Ukraine’s defense.

The President of Lithuania has unveiled his own plan to support Ukraine, calling for an urgent €10B investment in Ukraine’s defense. Following the second round of emergency talks between European and Canadian leaders on Wednesday hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron, Lithuania’s Head of State, Gitanas Nauseda, urged all...

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