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November 13, 2025
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Air Platforms

Bell Delivers Modernized 212 Helicopter to Thai Navy

Bell Textron has completed the upgrade and handover of a modernized Bell 212 utility helicopter to the Royal Thai Navy, providing a significant boost to the service’s operational capabilities....

November 13, 2025
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Land Platforms

Czech Pandur APCs Join Indonesia’s UN Mission in Lebanon

Indonesia has completed a major vehicle rotation under its UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon by replacing its long-serving Russian BTR-80A APCs with modern Czech-made Pandur II 8×8 vehicles. The...

November 13, 2025
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Land Platforms

Swiss Military Selects Vendors for Advanced Camouflage

Switzerland is upgrading its defense capabilities with a major push to acquire multispectral camouflage technologies that allow military assets to evade detection from drones, radar, infrared devices, and other...

November 13, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

New Japanese Missile Prototype Debuts Turbojet Engine

Japan’s next-generation anti-ship missile program is progressing steadily as the country focuses on enhancing long-range island defense. The new system is intended to provide greater range and improved survivability,...

November 12, 2025
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Air Platforms

A-29 Super Tucano Gets Embraer’s New Anti-Drone Upgrade

Embraer is upgrading its renowned A-29 Super Tucano to include cutting-edge counter-drone capabilities, reinforcing its position as one of the world’s most versatile light attack aircraft. The initiative seeks...

November 11, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

RADA Enhances Battlefield Radars for Ukraine Forces

RADA Electronic Industries, an Israeli radar technology company, is intensifying software upgrades for its systems deployed in Ukraine, guided by direct feedback from Ukrainian troops. Data collected from real-world...

November 7, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

New Hyperspectral Tech Boosts Drone Vision Power

In a move set to redefine drone-based intelligence and surveillance, TEKEVER has partnered with Arkeus to integrate cutting-edge hyperspectral imaging technology into its AR3 EVO unmanned aerial system (UAS)....

November 7, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

GE Aerospace, Shield AI to Power X-BAT VTOL Drone

In a major move toward AI-driven aerial warfare, GE Aerospace has partnered with Shield AI to deliver jet propulsion technology for the new X-BAT VTOL combat drone. Under a...

November 5, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Austal Achieves Milestone in Naval Autonomy Development

Austal Australia has achieved a major milestone in autonomous ship technology, receiving Approval in Principle (AiP) from Det Norske Veritas (DNV) for its new Autonomous and Remotely Operated Ships...

November 4, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Swedish Army Concludes Archer Artillery Upgrade Plan

The Swedish Army has completed its Archer artillery upgrade program, receiving the last batch of enhanced Archer 6×6 systems from BAE Systems Bofors. The project marks a significant advancement...