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November 26, 2024
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Unmanned Systems
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BAE Systems Unveils the UK’s First Extra-Large Autonomous Military Submarine

BAE Systems has successfully demonstrated “Herne,” an extra-large autonomous underwater vehicle (XLAUV) developed for military applications. Designed for tasks such as monitoring and protecting underwater infrastructure, supporting anti-submarine warfare,...

November 26, 2024
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Naval Platforms
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NVL Group Commences Construction of New Reconnaissance Vessel for the German Navy

NVL Group has officially begun construction on the German Navy’s first Type 424 reconnaissance ship, marking the start of production for the new class of intelligence-gathering vessels. This milestone...

November 26, 2024
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Indian Air Force Reportedly Considering Acquisition of Russian Tu-160M Strategic Bombers

Russia has reportedly extended an offer to India to acquire its Tu-160M strategic bombers, also known as the “White Swan,” which could significantly enhance the Indian Air Force’s long-range...

November 26, 2024
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U.S. Air Force Awards Boeing $2.4 Billion Contract for Additional KC-46 Aerial Refueling Tankers

The U.S. Air Force has awarded Boeing a $2.4 billion contract to purchase 15 additional KC-46A Pegasus aerial refueling tankers. This latest order, covering the 11th production lot, brings...

November 26, 2024
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Pentagon and Lockheed Martin Reach Preliminary Agreement for Upcoming F-35 Production Lot

The Pentagon and Lockheed Martin have reached a preliminary agreement for the production of two additional batches of F-35 Joint Strike Fighters. According to a joint statement from Lockheed...

November 22, 2024
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Romania, a NATO Member, Signs Agreement with the U.S. to Procure F-35 Fighter Jets

Romania, a NATO member, has signed an agreement with the United States to purchase 32 F-35 fighter jets, marking the country’s largest military acquisition to date. The $6.5 billion...

November 21, 2024
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Land Platforms
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Latvia Places Order for 56 More Patria Armored Vehicles

Latvia has signed a contract with Finnish defense company Patria to supply an additional 56 armored personnel carriers (APCs) worth over 60 million euros ($63.3 million). These vehicles will...

November 21, 2024
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Poland Takes Delivery of Final Two S-70i Black Hawk Helicopters from Lockheed Martin

The Polish Armed Forces have received the last two S-70i medium-lift helicopters from Lockheed Martin, concluding a four-unit deal signed in 2021. The handover, carried out by Lockheed’s local...

November 21, 2024
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Combat Service and Support Equipment
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Pentagon Selects L3Harris to Develop Command and Control Prototype for Autonomous Swarm Operations

The Pentagon’s Defense Innovation Unit has selected L3Harris to develop a prototype command-and-control (C2) system capable of simultaneously managing multiple autonomous platforms. The company will deliver a user interface...

November 21, 2024
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Land Platforms
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Anduril Secures $200 Million Contract for Counter-UAS Integration into USMC’s MADIS Air Defense System

Anduril Industries has secured a $200-million contract to enhance the US Marine Corps’ Marine Air Defense Integrated System (MADIS) by integrating its Anvil counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS). The Anvil...