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Ottawa Boosts Aerospace and UAV Innovation

The Canadian government is launching a major investment exceeding 900 million Canadian dollars to strengthen research into drone technologies and airborne defense systems. Managed by the National Research Council,...

March 10, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

New AI System Enhances UAV Intelligence

Mobix Labs has demonstrated a new AI-enabled drone system designed to enhance real-time threat detection and surveillance capabilities. During recent field trials, the platform successfully integrated autonomous flight technology...

Portable Laser Weapon Targets UAV Threats

Nuburu’s Lyocon unit has tested a new portable counter-drone laser system aimed at protecting troops from unmanned aerial threats. The compact directed-energy weapon is designed for rapid field deployment...

5,000 Jobs Added in GE Manufacturing Push

GE Aerospace is investing $1 billion to strengthen its US manufacturing operations and accelerate the production of aircraft engines and defense components. The investment will be distributed across multiple...

March 10, 2026
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Naval Platforms
Mergers & JV

Korean Firm Joins Next-Gen Submarine Program

Hanwha Ocean has formed a series of strategic partnerships with Canadian defense companies and universities to support Canada’s next-generation submarine program. The Canadian Patrol Submarine Project aims to replace...

March 10, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

Secure Navy Communications Deal Awarded

Mobix Labs will continue supplying secure communications components to the US Navy under an expanded production agreement aimed at strengthening naval network systems. The hardware supports reliable connectivity and...

Spain Boosts Military Tech Industry

Spain’s Indra Group is developing a national GaN technology ecosystem through the GIGaNTE research program to enhance defense electronics and communication systems. The initiative combines the expertise of industry...

Seoul Dispatches Air Defense Interceptors

South Korea has decided to dispatch additional Cheongung-II interceptor missiles to the United Arab Emirates following an urgent request from the Gulf nation, which has been facing repeated missile...

Korean Firm Expands Baltic Defense Ties

Hanwha Aerospace has introduced a €100-million initiative aimed at expanding Estonia’s defense production capabilities and strengthening cooperation between the two countries. The project includes building a sustainment and repair...

March 9, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

Alliance Surveillance Begins in Finnish Airspace

A NATO AWACS surveillance aircraft carried out its first operational mission within Finland’s airspace, supporting monitoring and coordination activities across the northern region. Eight Finnish F/A-18 fighter jets took...