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March 13, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Anduril Selected for Large Unmanned Sub Program

Anduril Industries has been chosen by the United States Navy and the Defense Innovation Unit to provide its Dive-XL autonomous underwater vehicle for the XL-AUV program. The project focuses...

March 12, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Berlin Auto Factory Shifted to Shell Production

The German defense manufacturer Rheinmetall has begun transforming its automotive parts factory in Berlin into a facility dedicated to producing artillery shell casings. The factory was previously managed by...

March 12, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

New Long-Range Combat UAV Unveiled by India

India is strengthening its long-range strike capabilities with the development of Project KAL by IG Defence. The one-way attack drone is designed to carry explosive warheads and conduct precision...

March 12, 2026
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Land Platforms

Iveco Vehicles to Boost Romanian Army Fleet

Romania has placed another order for tactical trucks from Iveco Defence Vehicles as part of its ongoing military modernization program. The contract covers the delivery of 860 high-mobility trucks...

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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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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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 10, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

New AI System Enhances UAV Intelligence

Mobix Labs has demonstrated a new AI-enabled drone system designed to enhance real-time threat detection and surveillance capabilities. During recent field trials, the platform successfully integrated autonomous flight technology...

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 9, 2026
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Air Platforms

Alliance Surveillance Begins in Finnish Airspace

A NATO AWACS surveillance aircraft carried out its first operational mission within Finland’s airspace, supporting monitoring and coordination activities across the northern region. Eight Finnish F/A-18 fighter jets took...