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Four Companies Partner on UAE’s Next-Generation Autonomous Logistics Platform

UAE defense logistics is set for a major transformation as a group of companies collaborates on a new Autonomous Logistics Platform (ALP). The initiative, spearheaded by EDGE in partnership...

January 28, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Soldier Systems

Thales Introduces Pocket-Sized Daytime Sniper Detection System for Troops

Thales has unveiled a compact counter-sniper solution that could significantly reduce a sniper’s ability to remain concealed during daylight operations. The Modular Counter Sniper System is designed to identify...

HENSOLDT and TYTAN Partner to Develop Counter-UAS Solutions

HENSOLDT and TYTAN Technologies have formalized a partnership to collaborate on advanced counter-UAS solutions aimed at protecting critical assets. Under the agreement, TYTAN’s high-speed interceptor drones will be integrated...

January 28, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Unmanned Systems

Ukraine Takes Delivery of French-Supplied Rodeur 330 Drones

EOS Technologie, headquartered in Bordeaux, has begun delivering its Rodeur 330 unmanned aerial vehicles to Ukraine as part of international support for the country’s ongoing war effort. The delivery...

Singapore and Epirus Partner on Microwave Weapons for Counter-Drone Missions

Singapore has entered into a memorandum of understanding with Epirus to examine the use of high-power microwave weapons for countering unmanned aerial systems. The partnership, involving the Defence Science...

January 28, 2026
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New Product Launches
Unmanned Systems

US Marine Corps Unveils Its First NDAA-Compliant 3D-Printed Drone

The US Marine Corps’ 2nd Marine Logistics Group has unveiled its first NDAA-compliant 3D-printed unmanned aerial system, designated HANX. By meeting NDAA requirements, the drone eliminates risks associated with...

Bulgaria Approves NSM Coastal Defense System Acquisition for Black Sea Security

Bulgaria has approved plans to procure the Naval Strike Missile Coastal Defence System to enhance protection of its Black Sea coast, following a decision by the country’s Council of...

January 27, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Naval Platforms

Raytheon Wins $381M Contract to Upgrade Tomahawk Block V Missiles

Raytheon has secured a $380.8 million contract modification from the U.S. Navy to modernize and recertify Tomahawk Block IV cruise missiles to the Block V standard. The award formalizes...

BAE Systems Secures $73.8M Deal for Fighter Aircraft RF Countermeasure Systems

BAE Systems has secured a $73.8 million contract to provide more than 1,200 radio-frequency countermeasure systems for fighter aircraft operated by the United States and allied nations. The award,...

January 27, 2026
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R&D
Training and Simulation

Leonardo Debuts Simulator Connecting Live Aircraft With Virtual Battlefields

Leonardo has unveiled FITS4TOP, a new training solution designed to push military pilot instruction into a more integrated and digitally driven future by blending live flying with virtual and...