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March 11, 2026
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Pentagon Trials Laser Counter-Drone System

The US Department of Defense and the Federal Aviation Administration have carried out a joint test of high-energy laser technology aimed at countering drones. The evaluation took place at...

March 11, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

P-3C Patrol Aircraft Upgrade Planned for Portugal

Portugal’s fleet of P-3C Orion maritime patrol aircraft will undergo upgrades under a new 39-million Canadian dollar agreement with Canada. The modernization project will be led by General Dynamics...

Spain Boosts Military Tech Industry

Spain’s Indra Group is developing a national GaN technology ecosystem through the GIGaNTE research program to enhance defense electronics and communication systems. The initiative combines the expertise of industry...

March 10, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

Secure Navy Communications Deal Awarded

Mobix Labs will continue supplying secure communications components to the US Navy under an expanded production agreement aimed at strengthening naval network systems. The hardware supports reliable connectivity and...

March 10, 2026
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Naval Platforms
Mergers & JV

Korean Firm Joins Next-Gen Submarine Program

Hanwha Ocean has formed a series of strategic partnerships with Canadian defense companies and universities to support Canada’s next-generation submarine program. The Canadian Patrol Submarine Project aims to replace...

5,000 Jobs Added in GE Manufacturing Push

GE Aerospace is investing $1 billion to strengthen its US manufacturing operations and accelerate the production of aircraft engines and defense components. The investment will be distributed across multiple...

Portable Laser Weapon Targets UAV Threats

Nuburu’s Lyocon unit has tested a new portable counter-drone laser system aimed at protecting troops from unmanned aerial threats. The compact directed-energy weapon is designed for rapid field deployment...

March 10, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
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