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October 20, 2025
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Archer Named Exclusive eVTOL Partner for Korean Air’s Urban Air Mobility Plan

Archer Aviation Inc. and Korean Air have entered into an agreement to commercialize the Midnight eVTOL aircraft across South Korea, initially for government missions. The partnership envisions Korean Air...

October 19, 2025
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R&D
Air Platforms

Israel Selects L3Harris and IAI for Advanced Blue Sky Warden Attack Aircraft

U.S.-based L3Harris Technologies and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) have entered a strategic partnership to jointly develop the Blue Sky Warden, a light-attack and ISR aircraft engineered to meet Israel’s...

October 19, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

BAE’s Upgraded M109A7 Howitzer Expands U.S. Army’s Long-Range Strike Power

BAE Systems has introduced its M109A7 52-caliber prototype, integrating Rheinmetall’s 155mm L52 gun with the U.S. Army’s trusted M109A7 Paladin chassis to expand range and rate of fire. Developed...

October 18, 2025
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Mergers & JV
Unmanned Systems

Netherlands Partners with U.S. on AI Combat Drones for F-35 Support

The Netherlands has become a partner in the U.S. Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) initiative — a cutting-edge drone program designed to work in tandem with F-35 fighter...

Germany, Netherlands Approve €4.5B Deal for 222 SCHAKAL IFVs to Boost Boxer Capacity

In a landmark move for European defense cooperation, Germany and the Netherlands have inked a €4.5 billion agreement via OCCAR to acquire 222 SCHAKAL infantry fighting vehicles, further expanding...

October 18, 2025
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L3Harris Chosen by South Korea for AEW&C Fleet Program

L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) has secured a contract worth over $2.26 billion to deliver customized Bombardier Global 6500 AEW&C aircraft to the Republic of Korea Air Force. The program...

BigBear.ai and Tsecond Join Forces to Merge AI with Mobile Data at the Tactical Frontline

US technology firms BigBear.ai and Tsecond have joined forces to develop an AI-powered edge infrastructure designed for mission-critical defense and national security operations. The collaboration integrates BigBear.ai’s ConductorOS orchestration...

October 17, 2025
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Mergers & JV
Land Platforms

L3Harris Equips GM Defense ISV with VAMPIRE Counter-Drone Technology

L3Harris Technologies has successfully integrated its VAMPIRE counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) onto GM Defense’s Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV), providing a highly mobile and affordable defense solution against small drones....

October 17, 2025
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Northrop Grumman Delivers Inaugural Laser Minehunting System to South Korea

Northrop Grumman has delivered the first Airborne Laser Mine Detection System (ALMDS) to South Korea, enhancing the nation’s capability to detect and neutralize naval mines. The delivery fulfills part...

October 17, 2025
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US Army Expedites Delivery of M1E3 Abrams Hybrid Prototype by 2025

The US Army is expediting development of its next-generation M1E3 Abrams tank, targeting the rollout of an early prototype by late 2025. The effort represents a comprehensive redesign of...