> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://newsletters.qs.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # 🌌 Space and Defense #4 - URL: https://newsletters.qs.com/space-and-defense-4/ - Published: 2024-08-19T11:30:11.000Z - Updated: 2024-10-17T08:24:35.000Z - Description: HolonIQ's Space and Defense Newsletter covers the latest developments in air defense contracts, drone advancements and space. - Author: QS - Tags: Advanced Manufacturing **Happy Monday 👋** Poland is expanding its defense with a [$1.23B](https://www.thedefensepost.com/2024/08/12/poland-patriot-air-defense-launchers/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) Patriot missile contract and plans to buy AIM-120C AMRAAM missiles and Apache helicopters. Turkey is developing [an AI-equipped Steel Dome](https://breakingdefense.com/2024/08/turkey-unveils-concept-for-iron-dome-competitor-steel-dome/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) to rival Israel's Iron Dome. In drone advancements, AUKUS partners [successfully tested AI-enabled UAVs](https://www.armyrecognition.com/news/army-news/army-news-2024/aukus-nations-test-ai-enabled-drones-for-precision-targeting-and-ground-strike-operations?ref=newsletters.qs.com), Australia [intends to finish](https://www.armyrecognition.com/news/navy-news/2024/australia-accelerates-development-of-the-ghost-shark-xl-auv?ref=newsletters.qs.com) the Ghost Shark XL-AUV project by 2025, and ELTA North America [showcased radar systems](https://www.defenseadvancement.com/news/on-the-move-c-uas-system-involved-in-jco-demo/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) for multi-drone environments. Bulgaria's Samel-90 [introduced](https://defence-blog.com/bulgarian-company-launches-suicide-drone-production/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) the SAMJET loitering munition drone. In space tech, Norway’s Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission, [launched](https://defensescoop.com/2024/08/12/space-force-eps-arctic-satellite-broadband-mission-asbm-launch/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) with SpaceX, signals new avenues for international cooperation. Nigeria's NASRDA is [developing satellites](https://techpoint.africa/2024/08/09/nigeria-partners-firm-to-build-satellites/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) with Proforce to enhance national security and technology. ## **🛩️** Air Defense Contracts **🚀 Poland signed a $1.23B contract to build 48 Patriot missile launchers**. It aims to [boost its defense capabilities](https://www.thedefensepost.com/2024/08/12/poland-patriot-air-defense-launchers/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) amid regional tensions. The launchers will be delivered by 2029, with Poland's defense spending exceeding four percent of GDP. 🚁 **Poland is set to purchase AIM-120C AMRAAM missiles for $850M**. Deliveries are set to start in 2029\. Additionally, Poland is expected to finalize a $9B deal for 96 Apache helicopters to [enhance its military capabilities](https://defence-blog.com/poland-signs-850-million-missile-deal-with-u-s/?ref=newsletters.qs.com). **🛡️ Turkey announced the building of a high-tech layered defense system, Steel Dome.** To rival Israel’s Iron Dome, this AI-equipped, network-centric system aims to protect Turkey’s [airspace from all altitude and range threats](https://breakingdefense.com/2024/08/turkey-unveils-concept-for-iron-dome-competitor-steel-dome/?ref=newsletters.qs.com). ## **🚁** Drone Advancements **💡 AUKUS partners successfully trialed AI-enabled UAVs, marking the first real-time military AI application within the alliance**. This exercise [enhanced interoperability](https://www.armyrecognition.com/news/army-news/army-news-2024/aukus-nations-test-ai-enabled-drones-for-precision-targeting-and-ground-strike-operations?ref=newsletters.qs.com), reduced target engagement time, and strengthened defense capabilities against evolving threats in the Euro-Atlantic and Indo-Pacific regions. **🛸 Australia is accelerating the Ghost Shark XL-AUV project with Anduril Australia**. They are aiming for production by 2025\. The initiative[ strengthens undersea defense](https://www.armyrecognition.com/news/navy-news/2024/australia-accelerates-development-of-the-ghost-shark-xl-auv?ref=newsletters.qs.com), supported by a new facility, significant investment, and collaboration with the Royal Australian Navy. **📡 ELTA North America showcased its advanced radar systems at the JCO demonstration.** The Modular Air Defense System Kit and On-the-Move System are advanced radar systems capable of autonomously [detecting, tracking, identifying, and classifying](https://www.defenseadvancement.com/news/on-the-move-c-uas-system-involved-in-jco-demo/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) threats in challenging environments with up to 50 converging drones. **🪖 Bulgarian company Samel-90 launched the SAMJET, a new loitering munition drone developed with Swiss partner ALIDRONE SAGL.** The SAMJET features autonomous rocket-assisted takeoff, high-speed flight, and a stabilized camera [for target identification](https://defence-blog.com/bulgarian-company-launches-suicide-drone-production/?ref=newsletters.qs.com), offering enhanced precision and ease of use in military operations. ## 🪐 Space **📡 SpaceX successfully launched Space Norway’s Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission (ASBM).** With two U.S. military payloads for enhanced Arctic connectivity,the Northrop Grumman-built satellites, launched on a Falcon 9, [feature secure communications](https://defensescoop.com/2024/08/12/space-force-eps-arctic-satellite-broadband-mission-asbm-launch/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) for both military and commercial use, marking a milestone in international space collaboration. **🌍 Nigeria's NASRDA is teaming with Proforce to develop NigeriaSAT 3, 4, 5, and a SAR satellite.** This initiative aims to [enhance national security](https://techpoint.africa/2024/08/09/nigeria-partners-firm-to-build-satellites/?ref=newsletters.qs.com), agriculture, and technology transfer, boosting Nigeria's aerospace capabilities and economic growth. --- **Thank you for reading. 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