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Naval Group selects advanced battery solution

Naval Group has selected Saft’s advanced lithium-ion battery technology to equip future generations of Barracuda and Scorpene submarines with more efficient underwater power systems. Compared with traditional battery technologies,...

July 24, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Three more Hawkeyes strengthen US naval aviation

The US Navy is continuing to modernize its airborne command-and-control fleet by acquiring three additional E-2D Advanced Hawkeye Block II aircraft from Northrop Grumman. Serving as one of the...

UK funds future fighter technology development

Britain is continuing to invest heavily in the future of military aviation by funding the next phase of advanced combat aircraft development under the Future Combat Air System initiative....

July 23, 2026
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Unmanned System
New Product Launches

BAE showcases Britain’s next combat aircraft

The UK is moving closer toward future-generation air combat concepts with BAE Systems showcasing the Brontanax collaborative combat aircraft prototype.The unmanned aircraft is designed to act as a combat...

July 23, 2026
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Unmanned System
New Product Launches

AI system improves drone tracking precision

India is expanding its counter-drone capabilities with locally developed artificial intelligence-based systems designed to improve aerial threat detection and response.Gridbots’ new electro-optical platforms provide automated tracking and targeting assistance,...

Affordable naval missile program moves ahead

The US Navy is investing in a new generation of affordable cruise missile technology designed to strengthen the offensive capabilities of partner nations.CoAspire’s RAACM-ER has been selected for development...

July 23, 2026
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Training & Simulation
R&D

Aerospace giants team on UK pilot training

A new industrial partnership between three major aerospace companies aims to transform future Royal Air Force pilot training through a next-generation aircraft and simulation package.The proposed T-7-based training system...

July 23, 2026
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Training & Simulation
R&D

CAE and Leonardo enhance pilot readiness

Military aviation training is evolving as CAE and Leonardo expand their cooperation to prepare pilots for future combat environments using advanced simulation and digital technologies.The companies’ latest agreement focuses...

July 23, 2026
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Weapon & Munition
R&D

US escalates punitive measures on Sudan

Washington has increased pressure on Sudan’s military-backed leadership by introducing additional sanctions following allegations of chemical weapons use during the country’s civil conflict.The sanctions were announced after the US...

July 23, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

GE and Magellan boost fighter engine services

GE Aerospace and Magellan Aerospace are working together to establish an in-country support capability for the F414 fighter engine, creating the foundation for long-term sustainment should Canada adopt the...