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January 19, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

US Navy Prepares First Medium Unmanned Surface Ships

The US Navy is moving closer to routine operational use of medium unmanned surface vessels, with the Sea Hunter and Seahawk set to enter fleet service and new organizational...

January 18, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

SM-2 Block IIIC Upgrade Enhances US Navy Air Defense

At the Surface Navy Association 2026 conference, the U.S. Navy displayed the SM-2 Block IIIC/CU (RIM-66P) surface-to-air missile, underlining its role as the most advanced configuration of the Standard...

January 17, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

UK Royal Navy Conducts First Flight of Proteus Drone

The UK Royal Navy and Leonardo UK have achieved the first autonomous flight of the Proteus full-size helicopter, a groundbreaking milestone for the nation’s uncrewed aviation program. Conducted at...

January 16, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Raybird UAV Gets Hydrogen Upgrade From Skyeton

Skyeton has unveiled an upgraded version of its Raybird UAV, featuring a hydrogen-electric propulsion system that extends flight duration and enhances stealth capabilities. This modernization marks a departure from...

January 14, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Textron Launches Next-Gen USV With Extended Range

Textron Systems is advancing autonomous maritime warfare with the introduction of its fifth-generation Multi-Mission Unmanned Surface Vessel (MMUSV), a significantly upgraded platform aimed at extended range and higher payload...

January 12, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Aeva Debuts 360-Degree AI LiDAR Sensor for Autonomy

Aeva, a California-based developer of advanced sensing technologies, has launched Omni, a short-range 4D LiDAR sensor aimed at expanding the capabilities of physical artificial intelligence systems. The new sensor...

January 11, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

New Russian Oreshnik Ballistic Missile Challenges US, NATO

Russia’s latest strike on western Ukraine has drawn heightened attention after Moscow confirmed the use of its new Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missile, a system defense experts say is intended...

January 11, 2026
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Naval Platforms

USNS Lansing Fast Transport Joins US Navy Fleet Service

The U.S. Navy has marked a key milestone in its logistics modernization efforts with the christening of the future USNS Lansing (EPF 16) at Austal USA’s shipyard in Mobile,...

January 10, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Spain’s Almirante Juan de Borbón Takes NATO Command

Spain will assume a prominent leadership role within NATO’s maritime forces as the frigate Almirante Juan de Borbón prepares to deploy on January 10, 2026, as the flagship of...

January 10, 2026
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Air Platforms

USAF Begins New Training Era With T-7A Red Hawk Jet

The U.S. Air Force has entered a new phase of pilot training with the formal induction of its first T-7A Red Hawk advanced trainer into operational service. The milestone...