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July 27, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
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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,...

India unveils lightweight mountain C-UAS system

Zen Technologies has expanded India’s indigenous counter-drone capabilities with the introduction of a lightweight portable system developed for high-altitude military operations. Built to provide frontline troops with rapid protection...

July 25, 2026
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Long-range Kusha M1 clears performance test

Project Kusha is rapidly emerging as a cornerstone of India’s future air defense strategy following successful developmental testing of its indigenous interceptor missile. The latest evaluations demonstrated strong overall...

July 25, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
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Indigenous C-UAS system enters final evaluation

India is steadily moving toward operational deployment of its Bhargavastra counter-drone defense system as Solar Defence and Aerospace completes the final stages of testing. Designed specifically to defeat coordinated...

July 25, 2026
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Air Platforms
Mergers & JV

Partnership targets advanced military helicopters

Sikorsky and Safran Helicopter Engines are taking their long-standing partnership to the next level by working together on advanced propulsion technologies for future helicopters and unmanned aircraft. The collaboration...