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May 5, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Scalp Naval missile production revived

France is restarting production of its Scalp Naval cruise missile to strengthen long-range strike capabilities in response to growing geopolitical tensions. The missile provides precision attacks against strategic land...

New layered counter-drone partnership

DroneShield and Terma are partnering to develop advanced counter-drone systems that combine AI-powered detection, electronic warfare, and integrated command software. The collaboration aims to create layered air defense solutions...

Patriot interceptor deal awarded to Raytheon

Raytheon has received a major contract to produce Patriot GEM-T interceptor missiles for US operations linked to regional threats from Iran. The missile system is designed to destroy ballistic...

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...