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China Shows JL-3 SLBM With U.S. Strike Range

China has revealed its JL-3 SLBM to the public during a Victory Day parade in Beijing, confirming the system’s operational maturity after years of secrecy. The missile represents nearly...

September 5, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts
Naval Platforms

UK Wins £10B Frigate Deal With Norway

The UK and Norway signed a £10B contract for at least five Type 26 frigates. The deal secures production for the UK while providing Norway with advanced ASW ships...

Poland Buys US GBU-39B Bombs for F-35s

Poland signed a $120M deal at MSPO 2025 to acquire GBU-39/B Small Diameter Bombs for its F-35A fighters, with deliveries by 2028. The precision weapons, also compatible with F-16s,...

September 5, 2025
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Mergers & JV
Naval Platforms

Korean Shipbuilders Merge for Defense

HD Korea Shipbuilding approved merging Hyundai Mipo and Hyundai Heavy Industries into one entity by December 2025. The move consolidates expertise, boosts naval contracts, and targets $7.1B annual defense...

September 5, 2025
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Mergers & JV
Land Platforms

GM, BAE, NP Join UK Army Vehicle Bid

GM Defense, BAE Systems, and NP Aerospace formed “Team LionStrike” to bid for the British Army’s Light Mobility Vehicle program. Based on GM’s Infantry Squad Vehicle, the design carries...

September 5, 2025
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R&D
Air Platforms

F-35 Block 4 Upgrade Delayed to 2031

The GAO reported that the F-35 Block 4 modernization will not be completed until at least 2031, with costs exceeding estimates by $6 billion. Technical setbacks and delays have...

September 5, 2025
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New Product Launches
Naval Platforms

Leidos Debuts Sea Dagger for UK Autonomy

Leidos unveiled the “Sea Dagger,” a 40-knot commando insertion craft for the Royal Navy’s modernization. The platform merges speed, range, modular systems, and vehicle delivery in one design, supporting...

September 5, 2025
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New Product Launches
Unmanned Systems

Auterion Nemyx Links Drone Fleets With AI

Auterion introduced “Nemyx,” a software upgrade enabling drones from multiple manufacturers to operate as a coordinated swarm. Running on AuterionOS, it leverages AI for multi-target engagement, reduces operator workload,...

September 4, 2025
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New Product Launches
Weapons and Munition

Beijing Reveals Naval Role for New Laser Gun

Beijing has publicly displayed the LY-1 laser weapon system during a major parade, highlighting China’s push into directed-energy arms. Although currently shown on a land-based HZ141 platform, reports suggest...

September 4, 2025
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New Product Launches
Unmanned Systems

JET MAX Bomber Drone Brings 8-Strikes to Ukraine

JET of Ukraine has presented JET MAX, a multi-role bomber drone with adaptable strike options. Its 20-kilogram payload allows two heavy bombs or several smaller projectiles, enabling engagements against...