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February 5, 2026
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India Allows Private Industry in Fifth-Gen Fighter Program

India has taken a decisive step toward expanding private-sector participation in defense aviation by shortlisting three consortia for the development of its fifth-generation Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft. In a...

February 5, 2026
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Air Platforms
New Product Launches

Singapore Certifies First Automated A330 MRTT Refueling

The Republic of Singapore Air Force has achieved a “world-first” capability after receiving full certification for Automatic Air-to-Air Refueling on its Airbus A330 MRTT aircraft. Issued by Spain’s National...

February 5, 2026
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Embraer Secures Maintenance Support Pact for Hungary C-390

Brazilian aerospace manufacturer Embraer has secured a long-term support agreement to provide maintenance, logistics, and technical services for the Hungarian Air Force’s C-390 Millennium transport aircraft. Under the deal,...

February 4, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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Denmark Clears Acquisition of Five Arctic Patrol Ships for Greenland

Denmark has formally approved plans to build five Arctic patrol vessels following a decision by the Defence Conciliation Circle, strengthening surveillance and maritime security around Greenland. Construction will follow...

February 4, 2026
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Land Platforms
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Belgium and Luxembourg Order 270 CaMo Armored Vehicles From KNDS

Orders worth 269 armored vehicles have been awarded to KNDS France by Belgium and Luxembourg under the multinational CaMo land-systems program. CaMo is a bilateral French-Belgian initiative aimed at...

February 4, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
Mergers & JV

Ukraine Deploys Robotic UGV Designed for Blind Grenade Attacks

Ukraine’s defense industry has introduced a new robotic ground combat platform capable of launching grenades without direct line-of-sight, reinforcing frontline operations. Developed through a collaboration between Frontline Robotics and...

Sweden and Denmark Commit $290M to Strengthen Ukraine’s Air Defenses

Sweden and Denmark on Tuesday announced plans to procure air defense equipment worth 2.6 billion Swedish kronor ($290 million) for Ukraine, as the country works to counter sustained Russian...

February 4, 2026
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Washington Clears $3B F-15 Sustainment Package for Saudi Arabia

The United States has approved a potential $3 billion Foreign Military Sales package to support sustainment of the Royal Saudi Air Force’s F-15 fighter fleet, following a green light...

February 4, 2026
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Airbus Secures Aliaca VTOL Drone Order From French Navy

The French Navy is set to introduce the Aliaca VTOL uncrewed aerial system, following an order placed by France through Survey Copter, a subsidiary of Airbus Helicopters. Referred to...

February 4, 2026
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Air Platforms
Mergers & JV

Adani and Leonardo Partner to Manufacture Military Helicopters in India

A new agreement between Adani Defence & Aerospace and Leonardo marks a significant step in India’s efforts to build a self-sustaining helicopter manufacturing ecosystem to support future military and...