ammunition production

Jan- 2025 -

24 January

Arms

The Security Service and the National Police prevented new attempts at illegal sale of weapons and ammunition in various regions of Ukraine. As a result of comprehensive measures, 10 dealers were detained who were trying to sell "trophy" weapons to criminals. Among the items seized from the suspects are Russian grenade launchers, sniper rifles, Kalashnikov assault rifles with silencers, and ammunition of various calibers.

Raids and Detentions in Ukraine Arms Smuggling Crackdown

Ukrainian law enforcement on Thursday detained nearly two dozen people after launching a nationwide operation including hundreds of raids to stamp out illegal weapons and ammunition trafficking.

21 January

Americas

Joe Saballa

Four Legacy Rounds Into One: New Abrams Tank Ammo Enters Full-Rate Production

The US Army has approved the full-rate production of its M1147 120mm Advanced Multi-Purpose round, designed to provide next-generation firepower to M1 Abrams tanks.

Nov- 2024 -

20 November

Arms

An ammunition stockpile. Photo: Estonia Ministry of Defence

Rojoef Manuel

Estonia Selects Partner for Ämari Ammo, Explosives Factory

Estonia has selected an industry partner for an ammunition and explosives manufacturing line at the Ämari air base in the country's north.

Oct- 2024 -

1 October

Arms

Rojoef Manuel

Saab to Establish Arms Factory in Michigan

Saab is investing in a future shoulder-fired munitions and precision fire systems center in Grayling, Michigan.

Sep- 2024 -

24 September

Arms

Christine Casimiro

Lithuania, Northrop Partner to Establish Ammunition Production Line

Lithuania and Northrop Grumman have inked a memorandum of understanding to produce medium-caliber ammunition for infantry fighting vehicles.

Aug- 2024 -

8 August

Cyber

Weapons developer checks online data through a device

Rojoef Manuel

UK Explores Wi-Fi Alternative for Weapons, Ammo Production Centers

The UK is researching a substitute communication system to maintain weapons and ammunition development without Wi-Fi connectivity.

5 August

Middle East

Inder Singh Bisht

Israel Secures Long-Term Ammo Production Amid Boycott Call

The Israeli Ministry of Defense has signed a $340-million ammunition production contract with Elbit Systems amid boycott calls against arms and ammunition supply to Jerusalem due to the Gaza war.

Jul- 2024 -

17 July

Arms