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December 29, 2025
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AI to Modernize US Military Aircraft Upkeep by Lockheed

US defense contractor Lockheed Martin and technology services provider MANTECH have formalized a new partnership aimed at transforming military aircraft sustainment through artificial intelligence. The collaboration seeks to enhance...

Poland’s Invisible Shield System Neutralizes Drones

Polish scientists have developed a novel electromagnetic counter-drone system that can neutralize hostile UAVs without explosions or physical impact. Created by researchers at Gdańsk University of Technology, the solution...

December 29, 2025
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Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Dutch Army Boosts CV90 IFV Numbers With New Order

The Netherlands has confirmed it will expand its CV90 infantry fighting vehicle fleet, reinforcing its armored forces under a cooperative European procurement initiative. The program, involving Sweden, Finland, Norway,...

December 29, 2025
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Croatia Enters Tatra Program for New Military Trucks

Croatia has signed a multinational framework contract with Czech defense manufacturer Tatra to procure T-815 military trucks, marking a major step in modernizing the country’s military transport fleet. Under...

December 29, 2025
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Naval Platforms
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Indonesia Builds Homegrown Arrowhead 140 Warship

Indonesia has officially launched KRI Balaputradewa-322, marking the debut of the nation’s first locally constructed Arrowhead 140-class frigate and a significant milestone in domestic naval shipbuilding. The program represents...

December 29, 2025
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Rheinmetall Delivers Laser Tech for Germany’s New Rifle

German defense contractor Rheinmetall has been awarded a multi-hundred-million-euro contract to supply advanced laser-light modules for the Bundeswehr, supporting the nationwide rollout of Germany’s next-generation assault rifle. The deal...

December 29, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
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First Zeus FPV Combat Drones From Finland Reach Ukraine

Summa Defence of Finland has begun deliveries of its Zeus FPV drone systems to Ukraine, supplying a new generation of tactical unmanned platforms developed specifically for modern battlefield conditions....

German Army Procures 84 RCH 155 Artillery Systems

Germany has placed a €1.2-billion order for 84 RCH 155 wheeled howitzers, reinforcing efforts to modernize its artillery units with high-mobility, long-range firepower. The contract was awarded to Artec,...

December 29, 2025
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UK–Germany $70M Joint Agreement for RCH 155 Systems

The UK and Germany have formalized a £52-million joint artillery procurement deal, marking a significant step in enhancing long-range firepower and operational mobility for NATO forces. The agreement centers...

December 28, 2025
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UK and Germany Partner to Test RCH 155 Artillery

Britain and Germany have launched a joint artillery evaluation program after signing a £52 million contract to procure and test the RCH 155 8×8 self-propelled howitzer. The initiative, known...