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October 6, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
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Air Force Partners on New Drone Engine Design

Minco Technologies, based in Tennessee, has received a $13.6 million U.S. Air Force contract to design and demonstrate a fuel-efficient drone engine that promises major reductions in energy consumption...

October 6, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
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Japan Evaluates European Unmanned Ground Vehicles

Japan’s military has initiated trials of two advanced unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) — the Rheinmetall Mission Master SP and Milrem THeMIS — to evaluate their performance in multiple operational...

Army Backs FN’s Next-Gen Precision Grenade System

FN America has secured a $2-million development contract from the US Army to continue work on its MTL-30 Precision Grenadier System, a next-generation 30mm semi-automatic launcher aimed at modernizing...

AK-630 Guns Boost India’s Border Air Defense

In a decisive move to boost border security, the Indian Army is expediting the purchase of six AK-630 close-in air defense guns from Advanced Weapons and Equipment India (AWEIL)....

Italian Navy Unveils AI-Driven 30mm Turret

Leonardo has officially launched its Lionfish 30 remote-controlled turret, a next-generation naval defense system designed with artificial intelligence to improve accuracy, targeting speed, and crew protection. The weapon represents...

October 5, 2025
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Training and Simulation
Mergers & JV

NATO unity on display as Abrams, Challenger tanks drill

In a strong display of allied solidarity, American and British armored units showcased their capabilities side by side at Camp Tapa, Estonia, a key NATO stronghold on the alliance’s...

October 5, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
R&D

Navy enhances ship defenses via Phalanx CIWS upgrades

The U.S. Navy has outlined a new multi-year sustainment and upgrade cycle for the Phalanx Close-In Weapon System (CIWS), reinforcing its role as the fleet’s ultimate line of defense...

October 4, 2025
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Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Oshkosh PLS A2 trucks to strengthen US Army convoys

The ACC–Detroit Arsenal has awarded an $89 million contract for the production and installation of new Palletized Load System A2 (PLS A2) vehicles under the Family of Heavy Tactical...

Tamnava rocket launchers showcased at Cyprus parade

In a move signaling deepening defense collaboration with Serbia, Cyprus unveiled the Tamnava multiple launch rocket system (MLRS) during its Independence Day celebrations in Nicosia. The appearance of these...

October 3, 2025
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Dassault Wins French Deal for Falcon 2000 Albatros

France has expanded its fleet of maritime surveillance aircraft with a fresh order for five Falcon 2000 Albatros jets from Dassault Aviation. The procurement falls under the Maritime Surveillance...