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September 18, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Pentagon Funds $10M Radar Program at Eglin AFB

Congress has approved a $10 million allocation for radar development at Eglin Air Force Base, paving the way for CHAOS Industries’ ASTRIA system. This next-generation mobile radar is designed...

September 18, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Kopin Wins $15.4M AR MicroLED Deal from US Army

Kopin Corporation has secured a $15.4 million contract from the US Army to deliver next-generation MicroLED augmented reality (AR) displays. The new systems, described as ultra-bright and full-color, are...

September 17, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Britain to Enhance Firepower of L111A1 Heavy Machine Gun

Britain’s L111A1 heavy machine gun is set to undergo a significant firepower boost following a £20 million ($27.3 million) contract awarded to arms maker FN Herstal. The effort falls...

September 17, 2025
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Training and Simulation

Grenade-Delivery X10 Delta Drone Tested in US-Led Drill

A US-led multinational training effort, the Joint Multinational Training Group–Ukraine (JMTG-U), has completed a live-fire demonstration with the Skydio X10 Delta drone. The exercise, held at Grafenwoehr Training Area...

September 17, 2025
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Soldier Systems

New Safran Infrared Binoculars to Equip European Forces

French defense technology company Safran has unveiled the JIM SHARPHAWK, a next-generation infrared binocular system that succeeds the company’s fielded JIM Compact. The new model reflects Safran’s efforts to...

September 17, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Navantia Rolls Out Spain’s First F-110 Frigate Early

Navantia has successfully launched the F-111 Bonifaz, the lead ship of Spain’s new F-110 frigate class. This launch, a month ahead of schedule, represents a crucial step in the...

September 17, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

Netherlands Gets US Nod for $570M AMRAAM Missiles

Washington has authorized the potential sale of RTX’s AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM) to the Netherlands in a deal valued at approximately $570 million. The request includes...

September 17, 2025
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Land Platforms

New Turkish KORKUT 100/25 SB Targets Drone Swarms

Turkey’s ASELSAN has rolled out its latest innovation, the KORKUT 100/25 SB, a mobile counter-drone system engineered to counter various unmanned aerial threats. The system is capable of engaging...

September 17, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

BAE CV90s to Receive Raytheon’s GPS Jamming Protection

Raytheon UK has been contracted by BAE Systems to equip CV90 infantry fighting vehicles with the Landshield Plus GPS anti-jamming system, reinforcing the platform’s protection against hostile electronic disruption....

September 17, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

UK Submarine Sonar to Be Advanced by Thales, BAE Deal

Thales and BAE Systems have entered a fresh phase in their cooperation to strengthen the UK’s undersea warfare capabilities. Building on more than two decades of joint work, the...