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March 11, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

French Shipyard Launches Angolan Warship

EDGE Group and CMN Naval have officially launched the first BR71 MK II Combattante-class corvette for the Angolan Navy in France. The ship, called NRA Ekuikui II, forms part...

March 11, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Hanwha, UNION Boost US Artillery Output

Hanwha Defense USA has partnered with UNION Technologies to increase US manufacturing capacity for 155-millimeter artillery ammunition components. The partnership is designed to improve supply chain resilience and enable...

March 11, 2026
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Air Platforms

Cargo Helicopter Operated by Tablet Debuts

A new autonomous helicopter concept called the R66 TURBINETRUCK is being developed by Sikorsky and Robinson Helicopter Company to support cargo transport and logistics missions. The aircraft eliminates the...

March 11, 2026
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Soldier Systems

New STORM 2 System Protects Troops From UAVs

The STORM 2 system from Thales represents a compact and portable solution for countering hostile drones on the battlefield. Designed to be worn by individual soldiers, the device weighs...

March 11, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Pentagon Trials Laser Counter-Drone System

The US Department of Defense and the Federal Aviation Administration have carried out a joint test of high-energy laser technology aimed at countering drones. The evaluation took place at...

March 11, 2026
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Air Platforms

P-3C Patrol Aircraft Upgrade Planned for Portugal

Portugal’s fleet of P-3C Orion maritime patrol aircraft will undergo upgrades under a new 39-million Canadian dollar agreement with Canada. The modernization project will be led by General Dynamics...

March 10, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Spain Boosts Military Tech Industry

Spain’s Indra Group is developing a national GaN technology ecosystem through the GIGaNTE research program to enhance defense electronics and communication systems. The initiative combines the expertise of industry...

March 10, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Secure Navy Communications Deal Awarded

Mobix Labs will continue supplying secure communications components to the US Navy under an expanded production agreement aimed at strengthening naval network systems. The hardware supports reliable connectivity and...

March 10, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Korean Firm Joins Next-Gen Submarine Program

Hanwha Ocean has formed a series of strategic partnerships with Canadian defense companies and universities to support Canada’s next-generation submarine program. The Canadian Patrol Submarine Project aims to replace...

March 10, 2026
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Air Platforms

5,000 Jobs Added in GE Manufacturing Push

GE Aerospace is investing $1 billion to strengthen its US manufacturing operations and accelerate the production of aircraft engines and defense components. The investment will be distributed across multiple...