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April 10, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

France Uses Reaper for Counter-Drone Ops

The French Air and Space Force is transforming its MQ-9 Reaper drones into powerful “hunter” systems capable of taking down enemy drones. In a recent test, the drone successfully...

April 10, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

US Army Expands PAC-3 MSE Production

Lockheed Martin has won a major contract to produce advanced PAC-3 MSE missiles for the United States Army. These missiles are designed to intercept and destroy incoming threats with...

Baltic States Boost Air Defense With Saab

The United States Army is boosting air defense in the Baltic region by supplying advanced Giraffe 1X radars from Saab Inc.. These lightweight systems can quickly detect and track...

FREMM Frigates Get Additional UAV Support

The French Navy is strengthening its fleet with advanced Camcopter S-100 drone systems from Schiebel. These compact helicopter drones can take off and land vertically, operate for long hours,...

General Dynamics Wins Submarine Contract

The United States Navy is upgrading its submarine warfare capabilities with a new contract awarded to General Dynamics Mission Systems. At the heart of this effort is the AN/BYG-1...

Kongsberg Deal Supports Naval Programs

India is modernizing its naval fleet with the addition of advanced waterjet propulsion systems from Kongsberg Maritime. These innovative systems replace traditional propellers, allowing ships to move faster, turn...

April 9, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

New Helicopters Delivered for Army Ops

The British Army is boosting its capabilities in Brunei with the deployment of advanced Jupiter helicopters based on the H145 platform. These versatile aircraft are built to handle a...

April 9, 2026
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Communication and Electronics
R&D

New Tech Enhances Threat Detection

India is taking a major step forward in surveillance technology with the introduction of the Rajak ULR 50 system. Built to detect threats from long distances, this powerful system...

Dutch Boost Air Defense Arsenal

The Netherlands is strengthening its air defense capabilities with a major investment in Patriot missile systems from Raytheon. This latest deal, worth $627 million, comes as the country works...

April 9, 2026
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Naval Platforms
Mergers & JV

Lithium Deal Supports Future Submarines

In a strategic move to strengthen its position in Canada’s submarine program, TKMS has partnered with E3 Lithium to tap into the country’s growing lithium resources. This collaboration focuses...