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January 19, 2026
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Fourth Pohjanmaa-Class Corvette Construction Starts

The Finnish Navy’s Squadron 2020 program has reached a key production phase as Rauma Marine Constructions begins work on the fourth Pohjanmaa-class corvette, bringing all vessels in the class...

January 19, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

US Navy Prepares First Medium Unmanned Surface Ships

The US Navy is moving closer to routine operational use of medium unmanned surface vessels, with the Sea Hunter and Seahawk set to enter fleet service and new organizational...

January 19, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

Windracers ULTRA Boosts Range, Supports Heavier Payloads

British drone manufacturer Windracers is set to significantly enhance the performance of its ULTRA cargo drone, increasing its payload capacity to 200 kilograms while maintaining a range of more...

January 19, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

Shearwater AI Wins DARPA Contract to Boost Drone Flight

DARPA has tapped Shearwater Aerospace to deliver AI-powered flight optimization software designed to help drones harness wind energy and significantly extend airborne endurance. The work supports DARPA’s Albatross program,...

January 18, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Poland Clears MiG-29 Fighter Transfer to Ukraine

Poland has confirmed it is preparing to hand over up to nine MiG-29 fighter aircraft to Ukraine, with the first delivery planned once final technical clearances are completed. The...

SM-2 Block IIIC Upgrade Enhances US Navy Air Defense

At the Surface Navy Association 2026 conference, the U.S. Navy displayed the SM-2 Block IIIC/CU (RIM-66P) surface-to-air missile, underlining its role as the most advanced configuration of the Standard...

HERO-90 Selected for Accelerated US Army Anti-Armor Tests

Mistral Inc. and UVision Inc. revealed the HERO-90 loitering munition’s selection for the US Army’s LASSO program, accelerating tests for soldier-portable anti-armor solutions. Under Program Executive Office Soldier, this...

January 17, 2026
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Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Türkiye Deploys E-ZPT Electric Armoured Personnel Carrier

The Turkish Ministry of National Defense has officially received the first mass-produced E-ZPT electric armoured personnel carrier, following the successful completion of acceptance testing in Ankara. Developed by state-backed...

January 17, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

UK Royal Navy Conducts First Flight of Proteus Drone

The UK Royal Navy and Leonardo UK have achieved the first autonomous flight of the Proteus full-size helicopter, a groundbreaking milestone for the nation’s uncrewed aviation program. Conducted at...

XM204 Anti-Tank Munition Cleared for US Army Deployment

In response to escalating tensions, the US Army approved an Urgent Materiel Release for the XM204 top-attack anti-vehicle munition, accelerating its deployment to European theater units. This fast-tracks the...