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February 18, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Land Platforms

Elbit Clinches Major $277M Turret and Ammunition Contract

Elbit Systems has landed a $277 million contract to provide UT30 MK2 remotely controlled turrets and related ammunition to an unnamed global customer. The program is scheduled to be...

February 17, 2026
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New Product Launches
Unmanned Systems

REGENT Introduces Seaglider Concept Blending Marine and Aviation Design

US-based REGENT has introduced an innovative platform that glides over the sea like a vessel yet operates in the air like an aircraft, expanding the possibilities for autonomous maritime...

February 17, 2026
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Mergers & JV
Missile & Missile Defence

Safran and BEL to Jointly Manufacture HAMMER Precision Weapons in India

India and France have finalized plans to establish a joint venture for the local production of the HAMMER weapon system, following a bilateral agreement signed in November 2025. The...

February 17, 2026
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Air Platforms

Riyadh Orders Weaponized C-27J Maritime Patrol Aircraft From Leonardo

Saudi Arabia has signed a contract with Leonardo for four C-27J Maritime Patrol Aircraft, becoming the first customer to procure the MPA version with integrated maritime weapon systems. The...

February 17, 2026
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R&D
Land Platforms

South Korea Advances Tank Protection With New Active Defense Technology

Hanwha Systems of South Korea has introduced a next-generation active protection system aimed at significantly enhancing armored vehicle defense by intercepting hostile projectiles before impact. Presented at the World...

February 17, 2026
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Air Platforms

Babcock Secures French Contract for Pilot Training Services

Babcock has secured a fresh contract to deliver pilot training services to the French Air and Space Force and Navy, consolidating its position within France’s military aviation training ecosystem....

February 17, 2026
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R&D
Communication and Electronics

CJADC2 Framework Aims to Link Forces Across All Domains of Warfare

Today’s operational environment is defined by speed and connectivity. A strike in the air can generate consequences in space, cyberspace, or at sea within moments. Combined Joint All-Domain Command...

Berlin Shows Early-Stage Interest in Poland’s Piorun Air Defense Missiles

Germany is reportedly moving toward the acquisition of Poland’s domestically produced Piorun MANPADS, marking a potential expansion of defense cooperation between the two nations. Deputy Defense Minister Cezary Tomczyk...

February 17, 2026
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R&D
Weapons and Munition

Kuwait Inaugurates First National Light Ammunition Manufacturing Plant

Kuwait has established its first light ammunition manufacturing plant, marking a significant step toward expanding its domestic defense production capabilities. The inauguration ceremony was led by Prime Minister Sheikh...

February 17, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Boeing Assigned to Replenish US Bunker Buster Stockpiles Following Iran Strikes

The Boeing has secured a contract valued at more than $100 million to deliver Guided Bomb Units and the GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator to the United States Air Force....