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February 20, 2026
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Air Platforms

Embraer and Mahindra Plan C-390 Maintenance Hub in India Pending Selection

Embraer and the Mahindra Group have outlined plans to develop a dedicated maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility in India for the C-390 Millennium, contingent on the aircraft’s selection under...

February 20, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Naval Platforms

US Navy Upgrades Subsea Protection With Advanced Torpedo Defense System

The US Navy is set to enhance its underwater warfare capabilities with Ultra Maritime winning a contract to produce an advanced Acoustic Device Countermeasure (ADC). Engineered for quick activation,...

February 20, 2026
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Mergers & JV
Missile & Missile Defence

US Company Combines Edge AI With Kinetic Interceptors in Air Defense Solution

With new institutional funding secured, ARCYN Defense is moving ahead with a next-generation air defense platform that combines edge AI processing with high-speed engagement capability. Formerly known as Marteos...

BAE Integrates Infrared Seeker Into APKWS for USAF Anti-Drone Missions

The US Air Force has selected BAE Systems for a contract worth up to $145 million to deliver an infrared-guided air-to-air counter-drone system derived from the Advanced Precision Kill...

February 20, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Romania Advances AI-Enabled Long-Range Cruise Missile Program

Romania has introduced Sahara, an intelligent cruise missile aimed at enhancing its precision strike arsenal. Produced by Oves Enterprise, the 55-kilogram (121-pound) autonomous system supports a 10-kilogram (22-pound) payload...

February 20, 2026
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Soldier Systems

UK Positions Wales as Hub for Advanced Uncrewed Military Tech

Britain has approved a £50-million ($67 million) Defence Growth Deal for Wales, designed to elevate the region’s contribution to the research, testing, and production of autonomous and uncrewed defense...

February 20, 2026
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New Product Launches
Weapons and Munition

FV-014 Round Destroys Armored Target in Rheinmetall Showcase

The FV-014 loitering munition from Rheinmetall recently proved its accuracy and engagement capability during a live demonstration, revealing a system capable of striking targets as far as 100 kilometers...

February 20, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Unmanned Systems

V2X Wins Position on $25B US Defense Engineering Deal

V2X has been awarded a role under a $25-billion US Department of Defense initiative focused on refreshing legacy platforms, mitigating microelectronics shortages, and accelerating AI implementation across the force....

February 20, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

US Navy Pursues Advanced Anti-Radiation Missile for Multi-Domain Targets

The US Navy is exploring industry options for a new long-range anti-radar missile designed to engage both airborne and ground-based emitters. Such weapons are intended to locate and disable...

Italy Weighs 60% Armed Forces Expansion in $7B Defense Proposal

Rome is evaluating a long-term plan to expand its military forces by more than 60 percent, a move projected to cost around 6 billion euros ($7 billion) over the...