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February 25, 2026
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BAE Expands C-UAS With New Partnership

To further address evolving drone threats, BAE Systems is pursuing partnerships aimed at producing affordable, high-volume interceptor systems. These efforts seek to balance cost, scalability, and operational effectiveness, enabling...

February 24, 2026
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Merkava Tank Power-Pack Contract Awarded

In Israel, Rolls-Royce Solutions America has been awarded a $73.5-million contract to supply modular power-pack kits for Merkava main battle tanks. These kits support sustainment, refurbishment, and rapid maintenance,...

February 20, 2026
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Vilnius Receives 500th JLTV Vehicle

The JLTV acquisition strengthens Lithuania’s ground force modernization amid heightened security concerns along NATO’s eastern flank. Enhanced survivability, firepower adaptability, and interoperability with US forces reinforce deterrence posture. As...

February 18, 2026
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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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France Upgrades Leclerc Firepower With New AP Munitions

KNDS Ammo France has been awarded a long-term contract exceeding 100 million euros to equip France’s upgraded Leclerc tanks with Shard kinetic-energy ammunition. The seven-year agreement envisions delivery of...

February 18, 2026
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Army Vehicles Set for 120-kW Power Enhancement

Michigan Technological University is equipping the US Army with a vehicle-mounted energy system capable of delivering more than 120 kilowatts of battlefield power. The 600V direct current kit, designed...

February 17, 2026
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Seoul Advances Active Protection for Tanks

Hanwha’s APS reflects the global shift toward layered survivability solutions for armored platforms operating in drone- and missile-saturated environments. By integrating detection, tracking, and hard-kill interception, the system aims...

February 16, 2026
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Alliance Replenishes Armor With Rheinmetall

NATO’s €200 million ammunition framework agreement with Rheinmetall reflects a broader alliance-wide reassessment of stockpile sufficiency and industrial readiness. The ongoing high consumption rates observed in modern warfare have...

February 16, 2026
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Akeron Explained: Europe’s Next-Gen Missile

The Akeron missile family developed by MBDA embodies Europe’s transition toward network-enabled precision strike ecosystems. Unlike legacy anti-tank guided missiles designed for linear engagements, Akeron systems integrate dual-mode seekers,...

February 13, 2026
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Inside the Marines’ Next-Gen ACV Platform

The ACV represents a doctrinal evolution in amphibious warfare, shifting from legacy tracked platforms to a faster, more survivable wheeled system optimized for distributed operations. Its hybrid mobility enables...