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Northrop delivers 70th Hawkeye to Navy

Northrop Grumman has delivered the 70th E-2D Advanced Hawkeye to the US Navy, strengthening carrier-based airborne surveillance and battle management capabilities. The aircraft provides real-time tracking, command-and-control coordination, and...

May 5, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

Latest Navajo-class ship officially named

The US Navy has christened the USNS Solomon Atkinson, the seventh Navajo-class towing and rescue vessel designed for recovery, salvage, and support operations. Named after a pioneering SEAL Team...

New US fighter jet deal cleared by Israel

Israel has approved the purchase of new F-35 stealth fighters and F-15IA warplanes from the United States to strengthen long-term air superiority. The deal supports Israel’s broader defense modernization...

APKWS missiles approved for Israel, UAE

The United States has approved major APKWS precision-guided rocket sales to Israel, Qatar, and the UAE. The system offers an affordable and effective way to counter drones and aerial...

May 4, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Northrop joins Australia rocket motor push

Australia is building domestic solid rocket motor production capabilities with support from Northrop Grumman. The initiative will strengthen local manufacturing for missile systems such as GMLRS and PrSM while...

May 4, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
Mergers & JV

AI drones to operate without networks

Japan and India are partnering to develop advanced autonomous drones capable of operating independently even without network connectivity. Powered by DMP’s AI-enabled Di1 chip, the drones will feature real-time...

Iron Dome MRIC system delivered to Marines

The US Marine Corps has received its first Tamir interceptors for the MRIC air defense system based on Israel’s Iron Dome technology. Designed to counter drones, missiles, rockets, and...

Airbus H225M deal approved by Romania

Romania has approved a massive military modernization package that includes Airbus H225M helicopters, advanced radar systems, infantry fighting vehicles, and air defense platforms. The program aims to replace aging...

May 4, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

France ramps up missile manufacturing

France is boosting missile production after recent operations revealed shortages in air defense ammunition. Combat missions involving Rafale fighters and helicopters increased demand for MICA interceptors and counter-drone systems....

New armored carrier program launched by India

India is procuring 159 armored troop carriers for the Rashtriya Rifles to strengthen counterinsurgency operations in challenging border regions. The vehicles are designed for rugged terrain, high-altitude deployment, and...