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February 19, 2026
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L3Harris Wins Major Submarine Communications Contract for US Navy

L3Harris Technologies has obtained its largest production contract for submarine communications systems, delivering 26 shipsets for Virginia- and Columbia-class submarines under an agreement with General Dynamics Electric Boat. The...

Gilat Secures $9M Israeli Military Satellite Communications Deal

Gilat Satellite Networks has secured a $9-million contract from Israel Ministry of Defense to supply military-grade satellite communications systems. The deal encompasses advanced defense modems and related services integrated...

February 18, 2026
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Land Platforms
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$277M Awarded to Elbit for Autonomous Turrets and Ammo Supply

Elbit Systems has won a three-year, $277 million contract from an unnamed overseas customer for UT30 MK2 remotely operated turret systems and munitions. The system continues to attract international...

February 18, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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CB90 Combat Boats to Be Fitted With Rheinmetall Seasnake Systems

The Swedish Navy has contracted Rheinmetall to supply Seasnake 30 light naval gun systems for its Combat Boat 90 platforms. The initial €63 million order comprises eight close-in weapon...

$16M British Contract Boosts Hypersonic Missile Research

The UK Ministry of Defence has selected Amentum UK for a £12 million hypersonics development contract aimed at delivering a sovereign, long-range missile capable of traveling beyond Mach 5....

Autonomous Guard Enters Indian Defense Sector With New Deal

In a move that expands Israeli-Indian defense cooperation, Autonomous Guard has reached an understanding with an Indian security customer to supply its Bee 3 dual-channel surveillance system. The technology,...

February 18, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
R&D

L3Harris Marks 3 Million Milestone in Mortar Fuze Production

L3Harris Technologies has achieved a major production landmark by delivering its three-millionth M734A1 mortar fuze to the US Army. Engineered to NATO standards, the M734A1 acts as a proximity...

February 18, 2026
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Air Platforms
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Saab Expands Airborne Surveillance Ties With Ukrainian Company

In a move to strengthen defense ties, Saab and Joint Stock Company Ukrainian Defense Industry (JS UDI) have signed an MoU covering aviation and airborne surveillance cooperation. The agreement,...

February 18, 2026
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Soldier Systems
R&D

Live-Fire Drill to Showcase Taiwan’s Latest Military Hardware

The Taiwanese Army plans to stage a live-fire drill to measure combat effectiveness as it inducts advanced weapons, Taiwan Times has reported. Units are supporting the exercise through ammunition...

February 18, 2026
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Turkey Highlights Naval Strike Strength With TB3 Drone

The Bayraktar TB3 showcased its dual-strike capability during a Baltic Sea exercise, accurately hitting maritime targets in a live-fire scenario. Operating from the Turkish Navy’s flagship TCG Anadolu, the...