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January 7, 2026
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Land Platforms
R&D

NATO CV90 IFVs to Receive Elbit Iron Fist APS

Elbit Systems is set to equip European NATO CV90 infantry fighting vehicles with its Iron Fist active protection system, following a series of contracts awarded by BAE Systems Hägglunds....

January 7, 2026
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Land Platforms
New Product Launches

First Look: US Army’s M1E3 Abrams Future Tank

The US Army has revealed its M1E3 Abrams next-generation main battle tank, marking the first public look at a platform designed to redefine armored combat in future conflicts. Two...

January 7, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Pentagon Awards Boeing $8.5B Contract for Israel F-15s

Boeing has secured an $8.5-billion Pentagon contract to deliver F-15IA combat aircraft to Israel, reinforcing the Israeli Air Force’s long-term airpower modernization efforts. Awarded through the Foreign Military Sales...

January 6, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
Mergers & JV

Rheinmetall and MBDA Launch Laser Arms Venture

Rheinmetall and MBDA Deutschland are moving toward the creation of a joint venture for laser weapons development, with formal establishment targeted for the first quarter of 2026. The proposed...

January 6, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

Next-Gen USV Expands Autonomous Littoral Ops

Shift Coastal Technologies is expanding the reach of autonomous maritime systems with the introduction of the OceanSled Explorer, a new unmanned surface vehicle designed for operations in dangerous littoral...

January 6, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

Lantronix Targets Smart Drone Dev With AI Platform

Technology firm Lantronix has launched an AI-powered Drone Reference Platform designed to streamline the development of next-generation unmanned aerial systems for military, security, and commercial use. The solution is...

January 6, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
Procurement & Contracts

Exail Secures Naval Orders for K-Ster Drones

Exail has been awarded a €40 million ($46.8 million) contract to deliver hundreds of K-Ster unmanned underwater mine disposal vehicles to multiple navies, reinforcing the company’s position in the...

January 6, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

236 Km/h Interceptor Drone Enters Ukraine Combat

Ukraine’s counter-drone capabilities are receiving a boost with the deployment of AIR SPEED, a high-velocity interceptor drone developed by General Cherry. The system is designed to rapidly detect and...

January 6, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
Procurement & Contracts

EagleNXT Wins US Army Tactical Drone Contract

The US Army has expanded its unmanned aerial capabilities with the acquisition of tactical mapping drones from EagleNXT, finalized through German partner firm Dronivo GmbH. Although the financial terms...

January 6, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Morocco Fields Israeli Barak MX Defense System

Morocco has brought its Barak MX air and missile defense system into operational service, marking a significant milestone in the country’s air defense modernization efforts. The system was purchased...