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Indian Army Plans Large Dhanush Gun Buy

The Indian Army is preparing a plan to procure 300 additional Dhanush 155 mm towed howitzers to expand its long-range artillery capabilities. If approved, the purchase would follow an...

March 5, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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Garibaldi Carrier Modernization Planned

Indonesia plans to modernize the former Italian Navy aircraft carrier Giuseppe Garibaldi after acquiring it as a grant from Italy. Local shipyards and defense firms will participate in upgrading...

March 5, 2026
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Air Platforms
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R4-Integration Wins BLOS Upgrade Deal

The US Air Force has awarded a $74 million contract to R4-Integration to install advanced KuKa beyond-line-of-sight communication systems on 39 HC-130J aircraft. The upgrade will enable improved satellite...

March 5, 2026
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Austria to Launch Defense Satellite in 2027

Austria plans to launch its first domestically developed military satellite, BEACONSAT, in early 2027. Developed with the support of Austrian space company Gate Space, the satellite will help detect...

March 4, 2026
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Japan Coast Guard Gets 6th Miyako Patrol Vessel

Japan continues expanding its maritime patrol fleet as Mitsubishi Heavy Industries launched the Miyako-class JCG Suruga and handed over JCG Daito to the Coast Guard. The advanced patrol ships...

Hungary to Produce 800 Turkish Gidran Vehicles

Hungary is set to significantly expand its armored vehicle fleet through a deal with Nurol Makina to locally manufacture 800 Gidran tactical vehicles. The project involves collaboration with Hungarian...

March 4, 2026
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US Awards C-130J Training Contract to Lockheed

The US military has extended Lockheed Martin’s role in supporting C-130J Super Hercules training systems under a long-term contract valued at nearly $2 billion. The work includes developing and...

Russian Shtil System Ordered by India

The Indian Ministry of Defence has finalized two major defense procurements to enhance maritime capabilities. The first involves acquiring Russia’s Shtil naval air defense system designed to counter aircraft...

March 4, 2026
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US Navy Funds E-130J Training System

The US Navy is investing in improved crew training for the E-130J aircraft through a new agreement with Northrop Grumman. The contract will deliver simulation platforms, classroom instruction materials,...

NVL Buy Strengthens German Naval Industry

German defense giant Rheinmetall has completed the takeover of Naval Vessels Lürssen, marking a major step in expanding its naval manufacturing capabilities. The move consolidates expertise in shipbuilding, sensors,...