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January 23, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
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UAE Reveals ORB Underwater Vehicle for Deep Missions

A new deep-water remotely operated vehicle developed in the United Arab Emirates is set to enhance underwater search and recovery capabilities for military and security users. Developed by Trident...

January 23, 2026
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Naval Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Indonesia to Receive Arrowhead 140 Frigate Designs

Babcock has achieved a key breakthrough in the UK–Indonesia Maritime Partnership Programme (MPP) by securing its first official work package under the £4-billion naval cooperation initiative. The program aims...

January 23, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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US Navy Awards $98M Modernization Deal to BAE

The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems contracts worth $98 million to perform major maintenance and modernization work at its San Diego shipyard, supporting the long-term readiness of two...

January 23, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Northrop Successfully Fires PrSM Rocket Motor Test

Northrop Grumman has successfully tested another Precision Strike Missile Increment 1 rocket motor, marking a critical step in strengthening the US Army’s long-range strike and deep fires capability. The...

January 23, 2026
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Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Boxer Vehicles to Use 350 Rolls-Royce mtu Engines

Rolls-Royce has been selected to supply 350 mtu Series 199 engines to power new Boxer armored vehicles for Germany and international operators, further cementing the engine’s role as the...

RAF Typhoon Jets to Get New Radar Under $612M Deal

BAE Systems has secured a £453.5 million contract from the UK Ministry of Defence to equip Royal Air Force Typhoon fighter jets with a next-generation radar system, significantly enhancing...

Harmattan AI Raises $200M Led by Dassault Aviation

French aerospace major Dassault Aviation has spearheaded a $200 million Series B funding round in Harmattan AI, marking a deepened strategic partnership aimed at accelerating the adoption of artificial...

January 23, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Collins Signs Global C-130 Wheels and Brakes Support

Collins Aerospace, a business unit of RTX, has finalized three-year agreements to expand and strengthen support services for C-130 Hercules aircraft wheels and brakes, as part of broader efforts...

January 22, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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UMEX Deals Hit $980M, Navies Eye 3D USVs

On the closing day of UMEX and SIMTEX in Abu Dhabi, UAE defense companies were awarded contracts totaling AED 1.26 billion ($342 million), including deals for EDGE Group and...

BAE Wins $610M Eurofighter Radar Contract

BAE Systems has received a £454 million UK MoD contract to supply 38 ECRS Mk2 radars for the RAF’s Tranche 3 Eurofighter Typhoons, enhancing the aircraft’s target detection and...