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Babcock Launches Initial UK Type 31 Frigate in Scotland

Babcock has unveiled the Royal Navy’s first Type 31 frigate, HMS Venturer (F12), at its Rosyth facility in Scotland. This milestone signals the end of the ship’s three-year construction...

Japan is negotiating the acquisition of the Kawasaki K-Racer drone to support its military logistics operations.

Japan is in discussions with Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) regarding the potential purchase of the K-RACER drone to enhance its military logistics capabilities. According to a spokesperson from KHI...

May 28, 2025
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Air Platforms
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India has given the green light for the development of a prototype of its next-generation advanced fighter jet.

India has approved the development of a prototype for its fifth-generation Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), marking a significant step in its efforts to strengthen domestic defense production. The...

Hanwha Systems has secured a $40 million contract to provide radar systems for South Korea’s upcoming air defense missile program.

Hanwha Systems has been awarded a contract worth 54.7 billion won ($39.7 million) to develop a prototype multi-function radar (MFR) for South Korea’s next-generation Long-range Surface-to-Air Missile II (L-SAM...

A Czech company has introduced a new autonomous ground drone designed to support military logistics operations.

Czech defense firm LPP Holding has introduced the “Hornet,” an autonomous unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) designed to support military logistics, including tasks like ammunition transport and casualty evacuation. Equipped...

May 27, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence
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Russia has altered its Iskander missile system to evade Ukraine’s US-supplied Patriot air defense system

Russia recently launched upgraded Iskander-M ballistic missiles at Ukraine, designed to be more difficult to intercept—even for advanced systems like the US-made Patriot. According to Ukrainian Air Force spokesperson...

May 27, 2025
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Communication and Electronics
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Babcock Launches Initial UK Type 31 Frigate in Scotland

Japan is negotiating the acquisition of the Kawasaki K-Racer drone to support its military logistics operations.

India has given the green light for the development of a prototype of its next-generation advanced fighter jet.

Hanwha Systems has secured a $40 million contract to provide radar systems for South Korea’s upcoming air defense missile program.

A Czech company has introduced a new autonomous ground drone designed to support military logistics operations.

Russia has altered its Iskander missile system to evade Ukraine’s US-supplied Patriot air defense system

Indra has tested its AESA radar system mounted on Leopard tanks to enhance their ability to detect and counter drones.

Rauma Marine Constructions has launched the first Pohjanmaa-class warship for the Finnish Navy.

Sweden has announced a new military aid package worth $501 million for Ukraine.

A French company has secured a contract to deliver 40 patrol boats to the Philippine Coast Guard.