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November 8, 2024
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EDGE Group and Brazilian Navy Collaborate on Development of Naval Counter-Drone Technology

The UAE-based EDGE Group has entered into a memorandum of understanding with the Brazilian Navy to co-develop and deploy advanced naval counter-drone technologies. This collaboration will focus on designing...

November 8, 2024
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Netherlands Procures 12 Airbus H225M Multi-Role Helicopters

During the Euronaval defense exhibition in Paris, the Dutch Ministry of Defense finalized an agreement with Airbus to procure 12 H225M Caracal helicopters. The deal marks a significant step...

Pakistan Conducts Test Launch of New ‘SMASH’ Ship-Based Ballistic Missile

The Pakistan Navy has successfully test-fired an indigenously developed ship-launched ballistic missile. With a range of 350 kilometers, the missile can strike both land and sea targets with high...

November 7, 2024
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Montenegro Acquires Two Offshore Patrol Vessels from France

French shipbuilder Kership has secured a contract to deliver two OPV 60M offshore patrol vessels to the Montenegrin Navy. The deal, signed during a defense trade show in Paris,...

Sako to Supply an Additional 22,500 AK 24 Rifles to the Swedish Armed Forces

The Swedish Armed Forces have contracted Finnish small arms developer Sako to supply an additional 22,500 Automatkarbin 24 (AK 24) assault rifles. This acquisition supports a collaborative modernization initiative...

November 7, 2024
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Romania Set to Acquire 44 Pre-Owned Amphibious Vehicles from the United States

The Romanian Ministry of Defense has announced plans to acquire 44 used Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAVs) from the United States—twice the number initially proposed in 2023. This procurement is...

November 6, 2024
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Airbus to Supply 19 H135 Training Helicopters to the Royal Canadian Air Force

Airbus will supply 19 H135 twin-engine training helicopters to the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) as part of the Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) program. The contract was signed with...

November 6, 2024
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Austal Hands Over Eighth Evolved Cape-Class Patrol Vessel to the Royal Australian Navy

In Henderson, Western Australia, Austal has officially delivered the eighth Evolved Cape-class patrol boat, ADV Cape Schanck (313), to the Royal Australian Navy. The delivery is part of Canberra’s...

US Approves Prospective Deal for 1,000 TOW Missiles to Saudi Arabia

The US has cleared a possible $440 million missile sale to Saudi Arabia, covering more than 1,000 TOW missiles. The package includes 507 TOW 2A and 507 TOW 2B...

October 28, 2024
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Polish Manufacturer Reveals VSHORAD System Equipped with Programmable Ammo

Poland’s Pit-Radwar has launched the SA-35MM, a very short-range air defense system featuring a 35mm cannon with programmable airburst ammunition. The system’s rounds are programmed to detonate at the...