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February 9, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Red Cat Launches Next-Gen Armed Unmanned Surface Vessel

Red Cat Holdings is strengthening its push into autonomous maritime systems with the introduction of the V7 unmanned surface vessel, a platform designed for expeditionary and strike-oriented naval missions....

February 7, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

US Marine Corps Develops Its First NDAA-Compliant 3D-Printed UAV

The U.S. Marine Corps has unveiled its first NDAA-compliant, 3D-printed first-person-view drone, designed for rapid assembly, operational flexibility, and secure field deployment. The drone, called HANX, was developed with...

February 6, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Ranger Radar Gets Speed and Precision Boost From Teledyne FLIR

Teledyne FLIR has upgraded its Ranger radar family, dramatically improving performance in detection speed, range, and precision for critical security missions. The enhancements apply to the R8-3DX and R20SS...

February 6, 2026
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Air Platforms

Israel Selects Elbit to Install Indigenous Systems on CH-53K Helicopters

Elbit Systems has secured a $130 million contract from Israel to install domestically developed aviation systems on the Israeli Air Force’s future CH-53K Pereh heavy-lift helicopters. Under the Defense...

February 6, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Inside the Columbia-Class SSBN Powering US Strategic Deterrence

Deep below the surface, beyond observation and reach, the United States is building the next foundation of its nuclear deterrent. The Columbia-class submarine is a new-generation strategic platform designed...

February 5, 2026
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Air Platforms

India Allows Private Industry in Fifth-Gen Fighter Program

India has taken a decisive step toward expanding private-sector participation in defense aviation by shortlisting three consortia for the development of its fifth-generation Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft. In a...

February 3, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

New Technology Boosts Real-Time Threat Awareness for US Navy

DARPA has awarded RTX’s Raytheon a contract to develop a cutting-edge sensing and targeting system aimed at strengthening real-time threat awareness for US naval vessels. The initiative seeks to...

February 3, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Raytheon Short Range Interceptor Completes Ballistic Test

Raytheon’s Next Generation Short Range Interceptor has completed a successful ballistic test, marking a significant step in the company’s effort to replace the US Army’s Stinger surface-to-air missile. The...

February 2, 2026
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Land Platforms

Thales Rolls Out Smart Surveillance for Army Vehicles

Thales UK has unveiled new armored vehicle surveillance technology designed to help crews track threats faster and operate more effectively under battlefield pressure. The company demonstrated the systems at...

February 2, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Lockheed Expands THAAD Missile Production for Allies

Lockheed Martin is significantly ramping up production of its THAAD missile defense interceptors following a new agreement with the US Department of Defense, aimed at reinforcing air and missile...