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Thales wins German GO12 radar contract

Germany is boosting battlefield surveillance capabilities through the acquisition of Thales GO12 tactical radar systems. Compact, mobile, and easy to deploy, the radars provide real-time detection of personnel, vehicles,...

Tobyhanna expansion supports future radar programs

Tobyhanna Army Depot is undergoing a major upgrade to support the next generation of radar and electronic warfare systems. Expanded facilities and improved testing infrastructure will allow the US...

H&K closes in on major UK weapons contract

The British military is strengthening long-term support arrangements for its trusted L7A2 machine gun system. Widely deployed across ground and air platforms, the weapon continues to provide dependable fire...

June 10, 2026
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Communication and Electronics
R&D

Growing tensions spark UN warning on conflict

Growing tensions between Iran and the United States have prompted the United Nations to call for restraint and renewed diplomatic efforts. Senior UN officials warned that continued military confrontations...

Raytheon facility expansion boosts output

RTX is expanding its production capabilities to meet rising demand for air and missile defense systems. The investment will boost manufacturing of Patriot missile components and increase testing capacity...

KNDS secures Swiss artillery contract

Switzerland is modernizing its artillery forces with the acquisition of advanced AGM wheeled howitzers. The highly automated system combines long-range firepower, mobility, and rapid deployment capabilities, enabling faster responses...

Eastern Europe selects Blighter radar system

Blighter continues to expand its presence in the border-security sector with new orders for its A800 Mk 2 surveillance radar. The system is optimized to detect difficult targets such...

June 9, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

Hunter-killer robot vehicles unveiled

Defense companies have successfully created an autonomous Hunter-Killer robotic team capable of detecting and engaging aerial threats with minimal human involvement. The two-vehicle system showcases the growing maturity of...

June 9, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

MICA NG missile fired from Rafale jet

The latest MICA NG missile test has demonstrated its ability to perform effectively during supersonic flight conditions. Fired from a Rafale fighter, the missile successfully validated its advanced infrared...

June 9, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

H145 helicopter moves toward uncrewed ops

Airbus is pushing the boundaries of autonomous aviation with the U145, an uncrewed version of the H145 helicopter. Built around AI and advanced automation, the platform is optimized for...