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Abuja Funds Military Manufacturing Growth

Nigeria is planning a big boost to its defense industry with help from Elmirate Investment. The project will build local manufacturing for drones, weapons, and surveillance systems, while also...

March 19, 2026
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Navy Revamps Procurement With New Structure

The US Navy is changing how it buys equipment to make the process faster and more efficient. By creating new leadership teams, it aims to reduce delays, manage costs...

Hivemind AI Powers UAV Mission Autonomy Demo

Drones are becoming smarter than ever! Shield AI teamed up with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to test drones that can think and act on their own. These drones can learn,...

Counter-Drone Network Enhanced With Radar

DroneShield is improving its anti-drone technology with help from Robin Radar Systems. Their system can now track drones in all directions using 3D radar and smart AI software. This...

New Mine Procurement to Counter Submarines

The US Navy is building more smart underwater weapons called Hammerhead. Made by General Dynamics Mission Systems, these systems can detect enemy submarines and attack them automatically. They may...

Land Defense Boost With Iveco Acquisition

Leonardo is growing bigger by buying Iveco Defence Vehicles. This move helps Leonardo build complete military systems, from vehicles to advanced electronics, making it stronger in the global defense...

Columbia-Class Program Secures Major Funding

The US Navy is building powerful new submarines called the Columbia class. General Dynamics Electric Boat is handling the project, which will replace older submarines and strengthen nuclear defense....

March 18, 2026
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US Marines’ H-1 Fleet Gets SPINE Upgrade Boost

The US Marine Corps helicopters are getting a major boost! Bell Textron upgraded the AH-1Z Viper and UH-1Y Venom under the SPINE program, making them stronger, more reliable, and...

March 18, 2026
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India Extends IL-76 Fleet Service Life

India is working hard to keep its heavy transport aircraft flying. The Ilyushin Il-76 fleet is getting older, and spare parts are harder to find due to global issues...

March 18, 2026
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NAL, Solar Defence Advance UAV Weapon Program

India is building a powerful “kamikaze drone” for future warfare. Developed by National Aerospace Laboratories and Solar Defence & Aerospace Limited, this drone can fly up to 900 km...