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July 31, 2025
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Pakistan Receives Initial Batch of Z-10ME Helicopters from China

Pakistan has started receiving Z-10ME attack helicopters from China as part of its effort to modernize its tactical rotary-wing capabilities. Although the transfer has not been officially confirmed by...

US Partner Teams With Exail for Supply of 100 UUV Navigation Systems

Exail, a prominent navigation systems provider, has secured a new agreement with a major U.S. defense company to supply 100 Phins Compact INS units. These systems will enhance the...

July 30, 2025
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US Navy Approves REMUS 620 UUV for Torpedo Tube Operations

The REMUS 620 UUV has passed a critical integration test with Virginia-class submarine systems, thanks to a joint effort by Huntington Ingalls Industries, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, and the...

US Navy Awards QinetiQ $26M for Submarine System Deliveries

General Dynamics Electric Boat has selected QinetiQ US for subcontracts totaling $26 million to supply advanced systems for the US Navy’s Virginia- and Columbia-class submarines. QinetiQ will handle manufacturing,...

July 30, 2025
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Construction Begins on India’s First AI-Enabled Maritime Patrol Vessel

India has launched construction on its inaugural AI-integrated patrol vessel, a key asset for enhancing maritime security and conducting various operations within its exclusive economic zone. Named the Next...

250th MK 48 Torpedo Guidance System Delivered by Lockheed to Navy

Lockheed Martin has reached a key production milestone by delivering the 250th MK 48 Guidance and Control Section, a critical component for the US Navy’s primary submarine-launched torpedo. This...

IBCS Components Delivered by Northrop Grumman Under Initial Production Deal

Northrop Grumman has finalized the delivery of all critical components under the U.S. Army’s Low-Rate Initial Production contract for the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS). This milestone reinforces the...

July 30, 2025
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Riyadh Air Signs Support Pact With EPCOR for APS5000 System

Riyadh Air has signed a long-term service agreement with EPCOR, the APU expert under Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance, for the full maintenance of its APS5000 units...

July 29, 2025
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French Firm SEAir to Develop Unmanned Vessel Under EU Program

SEAir, a French maritime innovation firm, has launched a €7.5 million ($8.6 million) EU-funded project to develop ARROW—an autonomous, hydrofoil-equipped surface vessel. Scheduled for delivery by 2028, the vessel...

Turkish Istif Warships Procured by Indonesia in Naval Deal

At a defense convention in Istanbul, Indonesia signed a major contract to acquire two Istif-class frigates from Turkey, reinforcing its maritime strength in response to growing regional instability. The...