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February 24, 2026
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R&D
Naval Platforms

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace to Modernize Norway’s Skjold-Class Missile Boats

Norway has contracted Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace for about 400 million kroner ($42 million) to enhance the combat capabilities of the Royal Norwegian Navy’s Skjold-class fast attack vessels. The...

February 24, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Air Platforms

GE Aerospace and Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Win USAF Deal for Disposable Loyal Wingman Powerplant

The United States Air Force has selected GE Aerospace and Kratos Defense & Security Solutions for a $12.4 million contract to create an advanced expendable propulsion system for small...

February 24, 2026
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Mergers & JV
Unmanned Systems

General Atomics Unveils YFQ-42A Loyal Wingman Prototype ‘Dark Merlin’

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. has officially named its YFQ-42A autonomous aircraft “Dark Merlin” as part of its bid for the United States Air Force Collaborative Combat Aircraft program....

February 24, 2026
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R&D
Unmanned Systems

Russia Fits Molniya Suicide Drones With Shahed Communication Modems

Russia has begun integrating Shahed mesh networking modems into its Molniya tactical drones in an effort to strengthen operational coordination against Ukraine. The update was revealed by Serhii Beskrestnov,...

Anduril Industries Wins $43 Million to Expand American Solid Rocket Motor Output

The United States Department of Defense has awarded Anduril Industries $43.7 million in fresh funding to expand US-based solid rocket motor manufacturing, a segment widely viewed as a chokepoint...

February 24, 2026
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Cybersecurity

Leonardo Trainees Join First Overseas Drill at UK-Hosted Defence Cyber Marvel

Leonardo has marked its inaugural international deployment at Defence Cyber Marvel, a large-scale cyber defense drill organized by the UK Ministry of Defence. An 11-member apprentice team from Leonardo’s...

February 24, 2026
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New Product Launches
Weapons and Munition

Rheinmetall Launches Intelligent Anti-Drone Weapon for Mobile and Static Defense

At Enforce Tac 2026, Rheinmetall is highlighting the RCWS320C-UAS, a remotely operated, smart counter-UAS weapon engineered to defend mobile platforms and military bases against coordinated drone attacks. By fusing...

Israel Said to Propose Golden Horizon Air-Launched Ballistic Missile to India for Strategic Strikes

Israel has reportedly offered India the Golden Horizon Air-Launched Ballistic Missile (ALBM), a move that could redefine the upper end of the Indian Air Force’s long-range strike spectrum. Unlike...

February 22, 2026
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Air Platforms

French Engine Proposal Gains Momentum with Assured Quick Delivery and Complete IP Handover

Highly placed officials indicate that India’s proposed indigenous jet engine initiative is increasingly favouring the French engine maker, considered on par with top British and American firms in technical...

February 22, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Air Platforms

Embraer Targets 200 Confirmed Indian Orders to Establish Local Assembly Facility

Brazil-based aircraft manufacturer Embraer has reportedly informed Indian airlines that it requires confirmed orders for over 200 aircraft before setting up a commercial jet final assembly line in the...