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June 1, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Ultra Maritime to Support River-Class Fleet

Ultra Maritime has been awarded multiple contracts by Lockheed Martin Canada to provide lifecycle support services for the Royal Canadian Navy’s future River-class destroyers. The contracts include engineering assistance,...

June 1, 2026
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Land Platforms

Elbit Lands $350M Tank Upgrade Contract

Elbit Systems has secured a $350 million contract from an international customer to modernize its fleet of main battle tanks under a four-year program. The upgrade package includes advanced...

June 1, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

FN Herstal Modernizes MAG Machine Gun

Belgian firearms manufacturer FN Herstal has introduced the FN MAG Tactical with Long Rail, a modernized version of its globally renowned 7.62×51mm NATO machine gun designed to meet the...

June 1, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Canada Picks Thales Sonar for Destroyers

Lockheed Martin Canada has awarded Thales Canada a contract to provide the advanced S2087 towed array sonar system for the Royal Canadian Navy’s future River-class destroyers, significantly strengthening Canada’s...

June 1, 2026
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Air Platforms

F-22 Raptor: US Stealth Air Dominance Jet

The F-22 Raptor continues to represent one of the most advanced air superiority fighters ever developed, combining stealth, speed, maneuverability, and advanced sensor fusion into a single combat platform....

June 1, 2026
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Land Platforms

Poland Orders More Borsuk IFVs in $2.07B Deal

Poland has signed a major defence contract worth approximately $2.07 billion for the procurement of 146 additional Borsuk infantry fighting vehicles, further accelerating the modernization of its land forces....

May 31, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Australia deal includes second-hand submarines

Modern naval strategies increasingly emphasize the importance of nuclear-powered submarines as key elements of maritime deterrence and power projection. Their ability to operate independently for prolonged periods provides significant...

May 31, 2026
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Air Platforms

India weighs Su-57 joint production deal

International cooperation in advanced fighter aircraft programs is increasingly focused on balancing operational requirements with long-term technological self-reliance. Modern stealth fighters offer enhanced survivability, network-centric combat capabilities, and advanced...

May 31, 2026
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Air Platforms

India evaluates Falcon 10X ISTAR aircraft

Modern military forces are investing in specialized airborne surveillance platforms capable of integrating intelligence gathering, target tracking, and battlefield management functions. Combining synthetic aperture radar, electronic intelligence systems, and...

May 31, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Navy studies smaller SSBN fleet plan

The evolution of sea-based deterrence is driving the development of next-generation strategic submarines capable of supporting long-duration deployments and advanced strike capabilities. Modern designs focus on survivability, reduced detectability,...