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April 8, 2025
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Naval Platforms
New Product Launches

Copperhead: New Submarine-Hunting Drone From Anduril Launched

Anduril has launched the Copperhead, a cutting-edge underwater attack drone poised to change the landscape of maritime operations. Inspired by the torpedo but driven by advanced software and modular...

Thales to Provide Ground Master 200 Radar to Swedish Forces

Through a newly inked deal with Thales, Sweden is set to overhaul its military radar systems by deploying the Ground Master 200 MM/C, a compact, multi-mission radar engineered for...

April 7, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
R&D

Britain and Australia Team for Advanced Arms Innovation

In a significant move to bolster defense innovation, the UK and Australia have embarked on a collaborative venture targeting low-cost, highly adaptable missile sub-systems. The project will see the...

April 7, 2025
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Naval Platforms
New Product Launches

Anduril Launches Autonomous Seafloor Drone to Detect Submarines

Defense technology firm Anduril has introduced the AI-powered “Seabed Sentry” with the objective of fundamentally transforming how the ocean floor is monitored. Traditional underwater sensing systems face the obstacles...

April 7, 2025
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Air Platforms
New Product Launches

First Missionized Skyraider II Aircraft Handed Over to US Forces

The United States Air Force has received its first OA-1K Skyraider II, the result of a collaboration between L3Harris and Air Tractor. Purpose-built for Special Operations, the Skyraider II...

April 4, 2025
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Naval Platforms
R&D

Italian Navy Modernizing Submarines With New OCCAR Contract

Italy’s Todaro-class submarines will undergo a comprehensive mid-life upgrade, as OCCAR coordinates efforts to harmonize the Italian Navy’s existing U212A assets with incoming Next-Generation NFS models. Enhancements include combat...

April 4, 2025
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Air Platforms
New Product Launches

Prototype SOF Helicopter Revealed by Airbus for French Army

Airbus has introduced the NH90 Caïman Standard 2, the newest configuration in its next-gen helicopter lineup, intended for high-risk, low-visibility missions by French special operations forces. The aircraft includes...

April 4, 2025
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Delivery of Additional F-16 Vipers Completed for Slovak Air Force

The Slovak Ministry of Defense has expanded its Viper fleet with the reception of two more Lockheed Martin F-16s, part of an ongoing ${sim}14-unit package finalized with the U.S....

UK Contracts Viking Arms for Emergency Drone Delivery in 19 Days

Responding to shifting battlefield trends, the British Army is set to receive a fleet of 180 racing-style FPV drones for use in training exercises focused on drone warfare and...

April 3, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

Nigeria Launches Region’s First Kamikaze Drone Capability

The largest and most advanced drone developed in Africa to date has been officially presented by the Nigerian military, showcasing collaboration between Nigeria’s defense community and local UAV manufacturer...