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U.S. and Poland finalize $1.4 billion air defense contracts with Northrop Grumman.

Northrop Grumman has been awarded two contracts totaling $1.4 billion to deliver air and missile defense capabilities for both the United States and Poland. The first contract, valued at...

BAE Systems orders Saab’s universal tank and air defense systems for CV90 IFVs.

Saab has secured a contract worth 700 million Swedish kronor ($63 million) to supply its Universal Tank and Anti-Aircraft System (UTAAS) for the CV90 infantry fighting vehicle. The agreement...

February 14, 2025
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Training and Simulation
R&D

CAE selected to develop next-generation fighter training for the Royal Canadian Air Force.

Canada has chosen CAE to lead the development of the Royal Canadian Air Force’s Future Fighter Lead-in Training (FFLIT) program. This initiative is designed to prepare pilots for operating...

February 14, 2025
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Danish Home Guard receives new STOL patrol aircraft.

Denmark’s Home Guard has received two De Havilland Twin Otter STOL utility aircraft to enhance its operational support for national defense and law enforcement. Acquired under an eight-year lease,...

Thai Army to equip its Stryker fleet with Leonardo DRS battle management systems.

Leonardo DRS has secured a contract worth over $7 million to provide battle management systems for the Royal Thai Army’s fleet of Stryker 8×8 armored fighting vehicles. The agreement...

February 13, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
Procurement & Contracts

Elistair to deliver tethered mini-drones to an unnamed defense partner.

Elistair has secured a €3 million ($3.1 million) contract to supply its Kronos tethered unmanned aerial system to an allied military customer. The package includes training, spare parts, and...

February 13, 2025
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Naval Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Sweden acquires ‘Gavia’ AUVs from Teledyne for underwater operations.

Sweden has entered into an agreement with Teledyne Marine to acquire “Gavia” autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) aimed at strengthening its mine countermeasure operations. Valued at 190 million Swedish kronor...

February 13, 2025
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Land Platforms
New Product Launches

Milrem Robotics to showcase its new 8×8 robotic combat vehicle.

Estonia’s Milrem Robotics will unveil its HAVOC 8×8 Robotic Combat Vehicle (RCV) at IDEX 2025 in the UAE. Touted as a leading-edge hybrid unmanned ground platform, the HAVOC is...

February 13, 2025
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Combat Service and Support Equipment
R&D

Royal Navy’s new electronic warfare system enters final testing phase.

The Royal Navy’s next-generation electronic warfare system, the Maritime Electronic Warfare System Integrated Capability (MEWSIC), has completed initial production and is now undergoing final testing and enhancements. The system...

February 12, 2025
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Naval Platforms
R&D

Rauma Marine completes the hull of Finland’s first Pohjanmaa-class corvette.

Rauma Marine Constructions has completed the hull of the Finnish Navy’s first Pohjanmaa-class multi-purpose corvette. Outfitting work will continue in Satakunta, southern Finland, ahead of the vessel’s expected commissioning...