QinetiQ is exploring opportunities to equip Poland with solutions that would protect national security. QinetiQ US Chief Executive Tom Vecchiolla, a two-time Wash100 winner and 4×24 member, led the discussion in a recent meeting with Grzegorz Karpinski, secretary of state and deputy head of the Chancellery of the Prime Minister of Poland, in Warsaw. According...
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Mika Hakanen Named VP of International Sustainment at Patria
Mika Hakanen has taken on a new role as vice president of international sustainment at Patria. Hakanen, who announced the move in a LinkedIn post on Tuesday, will oversee the Finnish defense and security tech firm’s operations in Belgium, the Netherlands and Sweden. He will also continue to support Patria’s sustainment efforts in Norway and...
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QinetiQ Secures $33M UK Royal Navy Immersive Training Tool
The United Kingdom’s Royal Navy has awarded QinetiQ a $33.2 million contract to provide an immersive training solution to ensure warfighters’ combat readiness. The Potomac Officers Club is hosting the 2025 Navy Summit on Aug. 26, where leaders of the naval and maritime sector will discuss critical challenges and opportunities in the U.S. Navy. Register...
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NATO Taps Skydio for Nano Drone Agreement
Skydio and Belgian partner COBBS BELUX have entered into a new framework agreement with the NATO Support and Procurement Agency to supply the military alliance’s allies and partners with nano-class uncrewed aerial systems. Skydio said it will provide the procurement and life cycle support of intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance-capable drones under 2.5 kilograms, enhancing tactical,...
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Eutelsat Names Éric Labaye as New Board Chairman
French satellite operator Eutelsat Group has appointed Éric Labaye as its new chairman. He succeeds Dominique D’Hinnin, who opted not to seek reappointment earlier this year. Labaye’s appointment will be subject to approval at the next shareholders’ general meeting, where he will be nominated for a full term. “I’m honoured and enthusiastic to join Eutelsat...
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Lithuania, Poland to Work on European Defense Enhancement Projects
Lithuania and Poland have joined the growing number of nations aiming to enhance Europe’s capability to respond to threats. The initiative will cover improving force movement in the region, strengthening NATO’s defense and unifying the alliance’s fuel reserve system. Tomas Godliauskas and Orijana Masale, two of Lithuania’s defense vice ministers, met with Polish counterparts on Thursday...
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Leonardo UK Appoints VP for National Strategic Organizations
Leonardo UK has appointed Gordon Scarratt as vice president for national strategic organizations at its cyber and security division. Scarratt announced the move in a LinkedIn post on Saturday. Scarratt has been with Leonardo since 2022, most recently as head of strategic capture. Before that, he held multiple leadership roles within the U.K. government. At...
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Casper Malig Joins DXC Technology as VP for Large Deals in Europe
Casper Malig has been appointed vice president for large deals in Europe at DXC Technology. The executive announced the move in a LinkedIn post on Friday. Malig brings years of experience in global business leadership to his new role. He will lead efforts to execute large transactions and bring innovation and value back to the...
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United Kingdom Taps Antycip for AI-Powered Virtual Training Tool Development
ST Engineering Antycip, a European simulation and training solutions provider, is collaborating with the United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence to deliver an artificial intelligence-powered virtual training environment. MASS, a defense and training support company, and Antycip sister company MAK Technologies will assist in developing the solution. According to Antycip, the integration is expected to modernize...
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Spain’s National Cryptologic Centre Rates SentinelOne Security Platform
American cybersecurity company SentinelOne’s Singularity Platform has received certification from the Spanish National Cryptologic Centre and is now included in the STIC Products and Services Catalog. The platform earned a “high” rating for its antivirus/endpoint protection and endpoint detection and response capabilities. SentinelOne said that with the certification, Spanish government agencies can access a solution...