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October 19, 2024
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Land Platforms
New Product Launches

BAE Systems Rolls Out New AMPV Version Featuring KONGSBERG 30mm Cannon Turret.

BAE Systems revealed a new variant of its Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV), now featuring the KONGSBERG Medium Caliber Turret (MCT). This tracked armored vehicle, which replaced the M113 Armored...

October 19, 2024
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Air Platforms
New Product Launches

Japan’s Mitsubishi Showcases Combat Support Drone Concept in Video, Featuring J-20 Stealth Jet-Like Platform

MHI, Japan’s leading defense contractor, has introduced concept designs for Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) that will complement the nation’s next-generation fighter jet. These AI-enabled CCA designs made their debut...

October 18, 2024
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

China Reports Progress on Osprey-Style Vertical Takeoff Drone With Two-Ton Load Capacity

China recently revealed the Lanying R6000, a tiltrotor drone built by United Aircraft that can carry 2 tons of cargo and fly at a maximum speed of 340 miles...

October 18, 2024
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Land Platforms
Mergers & JV, R&D

Sweden Joins Forces With BAE for Tridon Mk2 Air Defense Technology Showcase

Swedish Defence Materiel Administration and BAE Systems Bofors have entered into an agreement to create a demonstrator for the Tridon Mk 2 ground-based air defense solution.

October 18, 2024
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Unmanned Systems
Procurement & Contracts

Leidos secured a $248 million contract from the US Navy to provide engineering and design expertise for autonomous technologies.

Leidos was recently granted a follow-on contract by NIWC PAC to provide support for unmanned and automated systems used in maritime intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. The contract, a single-award...

October 18, 2024
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

How deploying small, self-operating, unmanned systems can enhance the reach of maritime forces.

Northrop Grumman, known for its expertise in large autonomous systems, has now developed Helix and Scion—two mission-driven autonomous solutions for smaller UAS. These will rapidly enhance commercial uncrewed platforms,...

October 18, 2024
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Naval Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

For its new class of missile vessels, the Indian Navy has opted for LM2500 engines from GE Aerospace.

As of October 17, 2024, GE Aerospace’s engines, known for their dependability and performance, will be assembled and tested by HAL in Bangalore, under a partnership established in 1986....

Kawasaki Heavy Industries has announced plans to test its Tomahawk SSM in Japan in 2027.

Kawasaki Heavy Industries plans to test its new “New SSM” anti-ship missile in fiscal year 2027, a fact confirmed at the Tokyo International Aerospace Exhibition on October 17, 2024....

October 18, 2024
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Naval Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

A new nuclear aircraft carrier for France is set to be ordered in 2025.

Plans for France’s much-anticipated replacement of the Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier are advancing, with the Ministry of Armed Forces set to place the order in 2025. The new...

October 18, 2024
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

Thales Presents New AI-Enabled Swarms of Autonomous Drones

Flight tests by Thales have demonstrated the use of drone swarms at multiple autonomy levels. This progress is a significant milestone in integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into drone operations,...