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SCALP Missile Procurement Drives Faster India–France Defence Discussions

Negotiations between India and France are gaining momentum toward a major defence deal centered on additional SCALP air-launched cruise missiles, following the weapon’s combat-proven performance during the Indian Air...

February 9, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Unmanned Systems

Swarmbotics Clinches Army Contract to Develop Swarming UGVs

The U.S. Army has awarded Swarmbotics AI a contract to deliver swarming, expendable small unmanned ground vehicles for operational evaluation with the 1st Cavalry Division. The award stems from...

February 8, 2026
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Land Platforms

Germany’s Defense Exports Concentrated in Ukraine, Norway, Sweden

Germany’s latest defense export figures show Ukraine once again leading as the top recipient of German arms, followed by NATO allies Norway and Sweden, according to a government report...

February 7, 2026
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R&D
Unmanned Systems

USMC Designs NDAA-Compliant 3D-Printed Drone In-House

The U.S. Marine Corps has introduced a 3D-printed first-person-view drone designed to be quickly assembled in the field while meeting strict national security standards. Known as HANX, the drone...

February 7, 2026
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Mergers & JV
Air Platforms

RAF Electronic Warfare Training System Under Review by Babcock and Aselsan

Babcock International of the UK and Turkish defense firm Aselsan are exploring a partnership to address the Royal Air Force’s evolving electronic warfare training needs. The agreement centers on...

February 6, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Inside the Columbia-Class: Stealth and Strategic Deterrence at Sea

Far below the ocean’s surface, America’s future nuclear deterrent is quietly coming together. The Columbia-class submarine is a next-generation ballistic missile platform designed to replace the Ohio-class fleet and...

February 6, 2026
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Air Platforms

Elbit to Integrate Indigenous Systems on Israel’s CH-53K Helicopters

The Israeli government has signed a $130 million contract with Elbit Systems to equip its incoming CH-53K Pereh heavy-lift helicopters with locally developed mission and protection systems. Overseen by...

February 6, 2026
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Land Platforms

Czech Republic Moves Closer to 250+ Armored Vehicle Replacement Deal

Prague is advancing plans to replace its aging Pandur II 8×8 armored vehicle fleet, moving toward the procurement of more than 250 new armored personnel carriers, with Tatra Defence...

February 6, 2026
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Mergers & JV
Air Platforms

Babcock and Aselsan Eye EW Training System Collaboration for RAF

Babcock International and Turkish defence firm Aselsan have entered into an agreement to explore options for enhancing the Royal Air Force’s electronic warfare training capabilities. The collaboration will assess...

February 6, 2026
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US Coast Guard Takes Delivery of 18th Operational HC-130J Aircraft

The US Coast Guard (USCG) has received its 18th HC-130J aircraft following missionization by L3Harris Integrated Mission Systems in Waco, Texas. Identified as CGNR 2018, the aircraft was converted...