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April 27, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

M-346 trainer may boost Morocco ties

Leonardo is intensifying efforts to secure Morocco’s trainer aircraft contract with its M-346 Master platform. Competing against the Hongdu L-15 Falcon, the company is emphasizing performance, reliability, and operational...

Bushmaster vehicles get major funding boost

Australia is boosting its military capability through a major investment in advanced ground vehicles and upgrades. The program includes new Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicle units and modernization of existing...

April 27, 2026
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Air Platforms
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F/A-18 to get hypersonic missile upgrade

The US Navy is advancing its Blackbeard hypersonic missile program through a contract with Castelion. Designed as a cost-effective alternative to traditional long-range missiles, it provides high-speed strike capability...

April 27, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

F-35 upgrades sped up with new funding

Lockheed Martin has received a contract from the US Department of Defense to expand the F-35 testing fleet with three advanced test aircraft. These platforms will enable detailed evaluation...

Mogami ships to use Rolls-Royce turbines

Australia has chosen Rolls-Royce MT30 turbines to power its upcoming Mogami-class frigates, ensuring high performance and efficiency. The propulsion system combines gas turbines and diesel engines to deliver speed...

Brazil expands Tamandaré warship fleet

Brazil and Germany are strengthening naval cooperation through the procurement of additional Tamandaré-class frigates. Built locally by the Águas Azuis consortium, these ships are designed to modernize Brazil’s fleet...

April 26, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

DRDO VL-SRSAM set for production soon

The VL-SRSAM missile system is nearing induction into the Indian Navy after successful trials. It offers improved range of about 80 km and high-speed interception capability at Mach 4.5....

April 26, 2026
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Land Platforms
New Product Launches

India reveals advanced armoured platforms

DRDO’s new armoured platforms combine mobility, protection, and firepower in tracked and wheeled versions. Equipped with a remote 30 mm turret and missile launch capability, they are designed for...

April 26, 2026
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Naval Platforms
New Product Launches

ULM-ER upgrade enables 10 km strike range

The ULM-ER missile developed by Adani Defence and DRDO is an advanced UAV-launched strike system designed for longer-range precision attacks. It can hit targets up to 10 km away...

India fields first wire-guided heavy torpedo

India has achieved a major milestone with BDL delivering its first advanced wire-guided heavyweight torpedo to NSTL. The system uses fiber-optic wire guidance and acoustic homing technology for precise...