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Mogami-class frigates to feature OKI sonar

Australia’s future naval strength is gaining momentum as Mitsubishi Heavy Industries partners with OKI to equip the country’s new Mogami-class frigates with advanced sonar technology. The move marks an...

July 28, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

EA-18G electronic warfare program gains supplier

The US Navy’s electronic warfare capabilities are moving into a new era as L3Harris and CPI Aerostructures advance development of the Next-Generation Jammer-Low Band system. Designed to replace older...

Army to receive over 500 new combat vehicles

The Philippines is taking major steps to strengthen its ground combat capabilities with plans to introduce more than 500 new infantry fighting vehicles. The acquisition reflects Manila’s effort to...

July 28, 2026
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Land Platforms
Mergers & JV

Textron awards Cottonmouth components contract

Textron Systems is strengthening the US Marine Corps’ next-generation reconnaissance capabilities through a new partnership with Vivace International Corporation. The collaboration will support production of Cottonmouth ARVs, advanced vehicles...

July 27, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

MBDA ramps up SPEAR 3 missile production

MBDA’s SPEAR 3 missile is entering a new phase as the company prepares to deliver an advanced precision weapon designed for future air combat missions. The compact missile allows...

New corvette strengthens Taiwan’s naval fleet

Taiwan has strengthened its maritime defense capabilities with the addition of Dan Chiang, a new stealth corvette designed for fast-response coastal operations. Combining speed, stealth technology, and powerful missile...

July 27, 2026
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Air Platforms
Mergers & JV

AW149 engine sustainment partnership announced

The UK’s military aviation modernization effort has gained momentum as GE Aerospace and StandardAero join forces to support the future AW149 helicopter fleet. The partnership will provide advanced propulsion...

July 27, 2026
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Naval Platforms
New Product Launches

Second Victory-class MRCV enters sea trials

Singapore has taken another major step toward strengthening its naval power with the launch of RSS Valour, the second Victory-class Multi-Role Combat Vessel. Designed as a future-ready warship, the...

July 27, 2026
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Land Platforms
R&D

Five companies advance Army autonomous logistics

The US Army is moving toward a new era of battlefield logistics by investing in autonomous robotic vehicles capable of delivering critical supplies without putting soldiers at unnecessary risk....

Technology transfer hurdles delay Rafale progress

Negotiations surrounding India’s proposed Rafale expansion are increasingly centered on long-term technology cooperation in addition to aircraft procurement. Both countries are exploring opportunities that would support greater local manufacturing,...