Sebastian Sprenger

Sebastian Sprenger is associate editor for Europe at Defense News, reporting on the state of the defense market in the region, and on U.S.-Europe cooperation and multi-national investments in defense and global security. Previously he served as managing editor for Defense News. He is based in Cologne, Germany.

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British Navy ships to carry drone-zapping lasers by 2027

Using directed energy to down aerial threats promises to revolutionize the business of air defense.

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Hensoldt completes takeover of German defense electronics firm ESG

The acquisition gives Hensoldt a foothold in supporting F-35 jets and P-8 anti-submarine planes ordered by Germany.

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Space acquisitions chief wants more authority to blacklist contractors

Frank Calvelli told lawmakers that while the Contractor Responsibility Watch List is a helpful tool, he'd like to see its authorities expanded.

A Multi-Mission Reconnaissance Craft sails out of the Del Mar Boat Basin during Project Convergence Capstone 4 at Camp Pendleton, California.

Marine Corps eyeing more recon boats from Australian ‘Whiskey Project’

A Multi-Mission Reconnaissance Craft was photographed at the Army’s Project Convergence Capstone 4 earlier this year.

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Air Force looks to boost electronic warfare with coding, tactics units

The 388th Electronic Warfare Squadron will open in Florida Thursday, one week after the 563rd EWS launched in Texas.

New tech aims to make Marines more lethal shooters

The tools include shot tracking, instant feedback, new simulators and devices that improve technique.

Marines test mixed reality ‘telemaintenance’ for battlefield repairs

Using mixed reality headsets, technicians and Marines can 'see' the same view and conduct repairs.

Marines’ tech chief unveils latest network, command-and-control effort

The Marine Corps wants to ensure all the right data can flow between its small units operating forward and their joint and coalition partners in theater.

Higher Education After the Service

In this webcast, Military Times explored how veterans can navigate higher education after their time in the service, and more.

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Lorna Mahlock, the leader of the Cyber National Mission Force, speaks April 30, 2024, at the Modern Day Marine conference in Washington, D.C.

Volt Typhoon hacks likely to inspire copycats, CNMF’s Mahlock says

Attacks on critical infrastructure — food and water delivery, health care services, defense contracting and more — could hamper U.S. military response.

Millennium wins ‘FOO Fighter’ contract for SDA missile tracking

The eight FOO Fighter satellites will demonstrate fire control capabilities for future Space Development Agency tranches.

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Trapped in a kill zone in Vietnam, this soldier learned that bravery is more than physical

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Sebastian Sprenger

All Stories By Sebastian

British Navy ships to carry drone-zapping lasers by 2027

Using directed energy to down aerial threats promises to revolutionize the business of air defense.

Hensoldt completes takeover of German defense electronics firm ESG

The acquisition gives Hensoldt a foothold in supporting F-35 jets and P-8 anti-submarine planes ordered by Germany.

Space acquisitions chief wants more authority to blacklist contractors

Frank Calvelli told lawmakers that while the Contractor Responsibility Watch List is a helpful tool, he'd like to see its authorities expanded.

Marine Corps eyeing more recon boats from Australian ‘Whiskey Project’

A Multi-Mission Reconnaissance Craft was photographed at the Army’s Project Convergence Capstone 4 earlier this year.

Register to Attend

The conference will explore the latest developments for joint war fighting, command and control, cyber, space, artificial intelligence, and more.

Air Force looks to boost electronic warfare with coding, tactics units

The 388th Electronic Warfare Squadron will open in Florida Thursday, one week after the 563rd EWS launched in Texas.

New tech aims to make Marines more lethal shooters

The tools include shot tracking, instant feedback, new simulators and devices that improve technique.

Marines test mixed reality ‘telemaintenance’ for battlefield repairs

Using mixed reality headsets, technicians and Marines can 'see' the same view and conduct repairs.

Marines’ tech chief unveils latest network, command-and-control effort

The Marine Corps wants to ensure all the right data can flow between its small units operating forward and their joint and coalition partners in theater.

Higher Education After the Service

In this webcast, Military Times explored how veterans can navigate higher education after their time in the service, and more.

Volt Typhoon hacks likely to inspire copycats, CNMF’s Mahlock says

Attacks on critical infrastructure — food and water delivery, health care services, defense contracting and more — could hamper U.S. military response.

Millennium wins ‘FOO Fighter’ contract for SDA missile tracking

The eight FOO Fighter satellites will demonstrate fire control capabilities for future Space Development Agency tranches.

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