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June 4, 2025
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Air Platforms

New Zealand Completes Software and Flight Control Upgrade for NH90 Helicopters

The Royal New Zealand Air Force has finalized a complete upgrade of its NH90 helicopter fleet, involving major enhancements to its navigation software, tracking capabilities, and automated landing systems....

June 4, 2025
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Air Platforms

Thailand to Modernize Air Force with Swedish Gripen Jets in $500M Deal

Thailand has chosen Gripen E/F fighters from Saab for its air force upgrade program, bypassing the more widely used U.S. F-16s in favor of the Swedish aircraft in a...

June 4, 2025
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Philippines to Receive 12 Advanced FA-50 Jets by 2030 in $700M Pact with KAI

Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) has announced that the Philippine Department of National Defense has agreed to purchase 12 FA-50 fighter jets in a deal worth $700 million. Delivery of...

June 3, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Norwegian Defense Tech Expands With New Optics Deal

Norway has approved a defense contract with Bertel O. Steen Defence & Security to deliver advanced sniper rifle sights. Valued at nearly 92 million NOK, the agreement includes Thermis...

June 3, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Pentagon Bets on Innovation With $20M Drone Program

To meet evolving operational challenges, the U.S. Department of Defense has introduced Project G.I., an accelerated drone development program focused on deploying adaptable unmanned systems. The project prioritizes drones...

June 3, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Smart Recon: AI-Powered Buntar-3 Drone Bypasses GPS

Ukraine has debuted the Buntar-3, a new electric UAV from Buntar Aerospace designed to navigate battlefield conditions without depending on GPS. The drone employs artificial intelligence to maintain its...

June 3, 2025
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Soldier Systems

Warfighter Efficiency Targeted With Brain Optimization Plan

To better protect the mental health of US service members, the Pentagon has implemented the Cognitive Monitoring Program, which focuses on analyzing and maintaining optimal cognitive function throughout a...

June 3, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Marine Propulsion for Canada’s Fleet Secured With Rolls-Royce

As part of its commitment to enhance naval capabilities, the Royal Canadian Navy has reached a supply agreement with Rolls-Royce for the first three River-class destroyers. The package aims...

June 3, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Advanced Frigate Joins Greek Maritime Forces

Naval Group has launched the HS Formion (F-603), marking the third installment of the Kimon-class frigates being built for the Hellenic Navy. The launch at the Lorient facility represents...

June 3, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Russian Navy Enhances Amphibious Ops With New Ship

Yantar USC has launched the RFS Vladimir Andreyev, a modern Ivan Gren-class landing ship, from its shipyard in Kaliningrad. As the third ship in a planned class of up...