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Dutch Navy Takes Delivery of Mine Hunter

As part of the joint rMCM program, the Netherlands accepted its initial next-generation mine countermeasure vessel. Designed by Naval Group with integrated Exail drones, the 82.6-meter ship supports advanced...

March 3, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Multi-Year Engine Contract Secured in US

Under a deal worth several tens of millions, PBS Aerospace will supply military-grade turbojet engines for US programs. Leveraging proven Czech designs, the company is expanding US production capacity,...

March 3, 2026
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Naval Platforms
Mergers & JV

Firms Eye Maritime Drone Programs

A new agreement between Teledyne Marine and MSubs aims to advance unmanned naval operations for the UK. The partnership will deploy underwater gliders, drone boats, and sonar systems, enhancing...

Helmet Display Deal for Helicopter Platform

A multi-year order will see Kopin provide advanced HMD systems for rotary-wing aircraft in Europe. The technology improves safety and mission effectiveness by integrating navigation and targeting data into...

Royal Navy Repels UAV Swarm in Exercise

HMS Duncan’s recent exercise underscored the growing emphasis on countering swarming and high-speed drone threats within the UK’s naval strategy. By combining physical drone targets with digitally injected synthetic...

March 2, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

NASAMS Air Defense Shield for Antwerp

The planned NASAMS deployment reflects Belgium’s broader modernization of national air defense capabilities. In recent years, Brussels has committed to acquiring multiple NASAMS batteries through cooperation with Norway and...

March 2, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

F130 Milestone Reached in USAF Program

The F130 propulsion upgrade represents a major component of the B-52J modernization program. Following successful testing, the effort will advance to dual-pod system integration at NASA’s Stennis Space Center....