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Ukraine-Netherlands drone deal worth $293M

The Netherlands is stepping up its support for Ukraine by investing heavily in joint drone manufacturing. By producing systems both locally and abroad, the partnership ensures continuity even under...

April 16, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

New coating boosts submarine survivability

Beneath the ocean’s surface, silence is power—and India is mastering it. By developing its own submarine rubber tiles, the country is making its submarines harder to detect. These advanced...

US Navy awards landing ship deal to Fincantieri

The US Navy is preparing for future amphibious missions with a new fleet of landing ships. Built for versatility, these vessels will transport troops, equipment, and supplies across challenging...

April 16, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

NIOA, L3Harris boost Australia missile output

Australia is stepping into the future of defense by building its own missile components. Through partnerships with global defense leaders, the country is reducing dependence on imports and boosting...

April 16, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Boeing wins UK Apache, Chinook contract

The UK is reinforcing its military strength by ensuring its helicopters stay mission-ready. Boeing Defence UK will maintain the powerful Apache attack helicopters and Chinook transport aircraft, keeping them...

April 16, 2026
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Communication and Electronics
R&D

GaN radars boost India’s threat detection

India is pushing its surveillance capabilities to the next level with a powerful new radar system. Designed to detect threats from hundreds of kilometers away, this advanced radar can...

April 16, 2026
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Communication and Electronics
R&D

Brazil enhances SABER M60 radar systems

Brazil is strengthening its air defense quietly but effectively. Embraer has upgraded its SABER M60 radars, making them smarter and more reliable in modern combat scenarios. These radars can...

April 16, 2026
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Land Platforms
R&D

Inside the US Army’s JLTV program

The JLTV represents a new generation of military vehicles built to survive and perform. Designed by Oshkosh Defense, it blends strong protection with impressive mobility, solving the long-standing tradeoff...

April 16, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

First Australian-made GMLRS missiles tested

Australia is building its own missile strength, and this test marks a major milestone. At Woomera, locally made GMLRS rockets were successfully launched using HIMARS. This isn’t just a...

UK Army to receive GEREON robotic vehicles

The British Army is stepping into the future with robotic support vehicles. Germany’s ARX Robotics is delivering GEREON UGVs that can carry supplies, evacuate casualties, and monitor the battlefield....