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Major Defense Entity Places Multimillion Order With Gilat

The Defense Division of Gilat Satellite Networks has received a landmark order for its sophisticated antenna systems, intended to bolster secure communications for a major international defense client. The...

April 16, 2025
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Ten Firms Enter Army’s $4.2B Tethered Balloon Surveillance Contest

In a landmark move to modernize battlefield surveillance, the US Army has selected a diverse group of ten defense contractors to develop a new class of tethered surveillance balloons...

Advanced Laser Weapon by Ukraine Targets Cruise & Ballistic Missiles

The Ukrainian Armed Forces recently presented the Tryzub laser weapon, marking a major milestone in the nation’s pursuit of high-tech battlefield systems. During public field demonstrations, the Tryzub was...

April 14, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

UK Tests Unmanned Machine to Clear Mines From Battlefields

In a step forward for combat survivability, the UK’s Weevil system uses remote technology to efficiently clear mines and improvised explosive devices on modern battlefields. Designed in collaboration with...

Leidos Unveils Budget Underwater Drone For Naval Surveillance

American defense firm Leidos has introduced the Sea Dart—a highly configurable UUV intended to make advanced undersea operations widely accessible. The Sea Dart costs a fraction of legacy systems,...

‘Scorpio-XR’: BAE’s New Artillery Boasts Twice the Reach

UK defense giant BAE Systems has announced a breakthrough in precision munitions with the development of Scorpio-XR, a hypervelocity round engineered for superior speed, range, and targeting flexibility. Part...

April 11, 2025
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Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Patria to Supply Mortar Turrets to Hungary’s New IFVs

Patria has secured a contract to deliver its innovative NEMO mortar systems for Hungary’s new Lynx KF41 combat vehicles. Designed to maximize mobility and tactical flexibility, the NEMO system...

April 11, 2025
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Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

US Army Orders Advanced Hazard-Detection Sensors From Teledyne

The US Army has awarded Teledyne FLIR Defense a major contract to advance the detection capabilities of its NBCRV Stryker fleet. Under this program, Teledyne FLIR will equip six...

US Greenlights $1 Billion Missile Deal for Australia

The recent US decision to authorize the sale of up to 400 AIM-120 family air-to-air missiles to Australia reflects a commitment to maintaining regional balance and integrated allied security....

April 10, 2025
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Training and Simulation
R&D

Spain Unveils Europe’s Premier CH-47F Pilot Training Simulator

Indra’s recent launch of the CH-47F Chinook full-mission simulator stands as a significant breakthrough in European aviation training technology. Situated at the Spanish Army Aviation Academy, the simulator incorporates...