Converging Threats: Strategic Responses to the Crime-Terror Nexus

The convergence of transnational criminal organizations (TCOs) and foreign terrorist organizations (FTOs) represents a growing and complex threat to global and U.S. national security. Traditionally, TCOs have focused on profit-driven illicit activities such as drug trafficking, human smuggling, and arms dealing, while FTOs have pursued ideological or political goals through violence and insurgency. However, in…

Schiebel Successfully Concludes Initial Camcopter S-300 Flights in France

Schiebel Successfully Concludes Initial Camcopter S-300 Flights in France Vienna, 18 December 2025: Schiebel has successfully completed the first CAMCOPTER® S-300 flight test campaign in France, marking an important milestone in the programme’s progression. The flights were conducted at the CESA Drones test site in Sainte-Hélène near Bordeaux, where the S-300 further expanded the operational…

Daniel von Chamier, Group Director of Sales, on Scaling Growth at Mehler Systems

FULDA, GERMANY (18.12.2025) In a recent interview, Daniel von Chamier, Group Director of Sales at Mehler Systems, reflects on market dynamics, growth priorities, and the importance of execution as demand across global defence and security markets continues to rise. Q: The global defence and security sector is experiencing a surge in investment and modernisation. How…