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October 30, 2025
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Italy Expands AW249 Attack Helicopter Fleet

The Italian Ministry of Defence has launched a 1.22-billion-euro ($1.41 billion) procurement program to acquire 29 additional AW249 Fenice attack helicopters, reinforcing the Italian Army’s modernization efforts. Once approved,...

October 30, 2025
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GE Aerospace, Poland Sign Deal for F110 Support

GE Aerospace has entered a strategic MoU with Poland’s WZL-2 to develop a comprehensive MRO program for the F110-GE-129 engine, marking a key step toward localizing advanced aircraft maintenance...

October 29, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
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Bulgaria, Germany Launch EU Ammo Factory With Rheinmetall

In a significant boost to Europe’s defense manufacturing sector, Bulgaria has partnered with Germany’s Rheinmetall to construct a €1 billion ($1.1 billion) ammunition production center in the Sopot region....

October 29, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
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Volatus Expands Drone Capabilities With Caliburn Deal

In a major step toward strengthening Canada’s defense and aerospace autonomy, Volatus Aerospace has acquired a suite of uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) technologies from UK-based Caliburn Holdings in a...

October 29, 2025
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Komodo Robot Upgraded by Croatia, Slovenia for Defense

In a significant advancement for European defense robotics, Croatian manufacturer DOK-ING and Slovenian defense firm Valhalla have announced a collaboration to create a new generation of unmanned ground systems....

October 29, 2025
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Soldier Systems
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NATO Partnership Delivers US Gentex Helmets to Czechs

The Czech Armed Forces have signed a major contract with Gentex Corporation, a leading American defense equipment manufacturer, to procure ballistic helmets and communication headsets as part of a...

Israeli Firm Supplies Air Force With Missile Shield

BIRD Aerosystems has completed the delivery and integration of its Advanced Airborne Missile Protection System (AMPS) for an African air force, marking another milestone in the company’s global defense...

October 29, 2025
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Land Platforms
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Turkish Army Debuts Locally Made Altay Main Tank

In a major step toward defense independence, Turkey has delivered its first locally built BMC Altay main battle tanks to the Turkish Armed Forces. The official handover event took...

Saab Secures US Army Order for Giraffe 1X Radars

Swedish defense firm Saab has received a $46-million contract from the US Army to supply an unspecified number of Giraffe 1X 3D radar systems. The agreement supports security cooperation...

October 28, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
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Malaysia, South Korea Ink Defense Tech Cooperation

In a move to deepen strategic ties, South Korea and Malaysia have signed a landmark defense cooperation agreement aimed at enhancing collaboration in weapons development and military modernization programs....