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Lithuania Opts for Embraer’s C-390 Millennium Transport Aircraft to Strengthen Armed Forces Capability.

The Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence has confirmed the selection of Embraer’s C-390 Millennium as its next-generation military transport aircraft. This choice marks a significant advancement in Lithuania’s readiness...

Shield AI Continues Development of Combat-Ready Autonomy with 2nd MQ-20 Avenger Sortie.

Shield AI has completed its second demonstration of Hivemind mission autonomy software on the GA-ASI MQ-20 Avenger, successfully validating its capabilities in a live-virtual-constructive (LVC) mission environment. The test...

June 17, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

MATARIS: The Inaugural French Series of Loitering Munitions.

The MATARIS remotely operated munition series from KNDS offers a rapid-response solution for modern battlefield requirements, covering both short- and medium-range engagements. The four core systems include: MT-10: Rotary-wing...

June 17, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
Mergers & JV

Thales and Boreal Join Forces to Produce Extended-Range Loitering Munitions.

Thales and Boreal Develop Rapid-Deploy Long-Range Loitering Munition for France and NATO A new long-range loitering munition (MTO-LP) is under development to meet the evolving needs of French and...

June 17, 2025
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Training and Simulation
R&D

With AI Integration, Indra’s Simulators Now Generate Tactical Battle Scenarios Within Minutes.

Indra is deploying an AI-based system within its simulators that slashes the time to create tactical training scenarios from days to mere minutes, reducing resource use and effort significantly....

June 17, 2025
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Naval Platforms
Mergers & JV

Kongsberg and Safran Continue Strategic Partnership for NSM Propulsion Solutions.

Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace and Safran Power Units have announced the renewal of their long-term agreement for the supply of TR40 turbojet engines for the Naval Strike Missile (NSM),...

June 17, 2025
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Cybersecurity
Mergers & JV

Air Force and DARPA Collaborate to Rapidly Strengthen Cybersecurity and Boost Cyber Resilience.

The U.S. military’s effectiveness depends on resilient, secure software to operate the weapons and systems vital to national defense. Yet, the Department of Defense’s continued use of outdated IT...

Saab Receives Swedish Contract for Giraffe 4A Radar Systems.

Saab has received an order from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for Giraffe 4A radar systems and related services to equip the Swedish Armed Forces. The order is...

AAROK MALE Drone and AirMaster S Radar Form the Core of a Fully French Airborne Surveillance Solution by Thales and Turgis & Gaillard.

The AAROK drone, created by Turgis Gaillard and revealed at the 2023 Paris Air Show, is the first MALE-class drone to be fully developed in France. Specifically engineered for...

June 17, 2025
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Aramco Purchases C-27J Multi-Mission Aircraft to Enhance Firefighting and Operational Capabilities in Saudi Arabia.

Leonardo’s C-27J tactical transport aircraft, which has accumulated more than 270,000 flight hours worldwide, will soon be joining the fleet of Aramco in Saudi Arabia. Leonardo is set to...