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May 28, 2026
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Land Platforms

Armored vehicle gets Thales sensor shield tech

Autonomous surface vessels are becoming an increasingly important part of the US Navy’s modernization plans as the service explores new approaches to distributed maritime warfare. Designed for intelligence gathering,...

May 28, 2026
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Air Platforms

F-35 and MQ-20 complete joint combat trial

Japan is expanding development of hypersonic missile defense systems to address emerging threats posed by advanced high-speed weapons in the Indo-Pacific. Current programs focus on improving detection, tracking, and...

May 28, 2026
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Land Platforms

Rheinmetall wins major German logistics contract

Baykar’s KIZILELMA combat drone program represents Turkey’s effort to field a next-generation unmanned combat aircraft capable of performing complex strike and air combat missions. The jet-powered platform is being...

May 28, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Cubic supplies Poland secure comms suite

The US Army is advancing deployment of Raytheon’s LTAMDS radar system as part of efforts to strengthen protection against evolving missile and drone threats. The next-generation sensor delivers full-circle...

May 27, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Thales modernizes Greece naval fleet

Thales has secured a contract to modernize Greece’s Hydra-class frigates with upgraded combat management, radar, and fire-control technologies. The program aims to significantly improve the warships’ operational effectiveness through...

May 27, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Alabama facility boosts missile production

The US government is increasing support for AeroVironment’s Freedom Eagle-1 counter-drone missile program with new funding aimed at boosting production capacity. The FE-1 interceptor is designed to provide a...

May 27, 2026
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Soldier Systems

Armed forces modernization roadmap unveiled

New Delhi has released a long-term military transformation strategy called “Defence Forces Vision 2047,” aimed at reshaping India’s armed forces for future multi-domain warfare. The roadmap focuses on greater...

May 27, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

$1.4B contract boosts Elbit presence

Elbit Systems has won a multi-billion-dollar modernization contract to provide advanced battlefield technologies for a European military customer. The deal covers a broad range of capabilities, including unmanned autonomous...

May 27, 2026
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Land Platforms

Netherlands joins European procurement push

The Dutch government has formally proposed joining OCCAR as part of efforts to deepen European defense cooperation and streamline multinational procurement programs. If approved by parliament, the Netherlands would...

May 26, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Scorpene production moves toward rollout

The US Coast Guard is exploring the use of high-power microwave weapons to stop fast-moving smuggling boats and unmanned surface vessels. The planned system would disable onboard electronics through...