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Aselsan Launches Advanced Tactical Suite With Integrated Anti-Drone Capabilities

At IDEF 2025 in Istanbul, Turkish defense giant Aselsan revealed a new range of tactical systems designed to close key capability gaps in modern battlefield defense. The product lineup...

July 31, 2025
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Mergers & JV
Air Platforms

M-346N Trainer Jet Offered to U.S. Navy by Textron-Leonardo Team

Textron and Leonardo have partnered to offer the Beechcraft M-346N light jet trainer for the U.S. Navy’s Undergraduate Jet Training System (UJTS) program, aiming to replace the aging T-45...

July 30, 2025
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R&D
Naval Platforms

India Begins Construction of AI-Enabled Patrol Vessel to Enhance Maritime Security

India has begun construction of its first AI-powered Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV), designed to enhance maritime surveillance and mission flexibility across its exclusive economic zone. The 117-meter...

QinetiQ Secures $26 Million Deal for Critical Systems in US Nuclear Sub Fleet

QinetiQ US has secured a $26-million subcontract from General Dynamics Electric Boat to supply advanced electrical and electromechanical systems for Virginia- and Columbia-class submarines. Work will be conducted at...

July 30, 2025
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REMUS 620 Approved for Submarine Torpedo Tube Launch by US Navy

The REMUS 620 unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV) has been successfully validated for compatibility with Virginia-class submarine weapons and torpedo tube systems, marking a key milestone for future undersea operations....

Lockheed Marks Milestone With Delivery of 250th MK 48 Torpedo Guidance Section to US Navy

Lockheed Martin has reached a major milestone with the delivery of its 250th MK 48 Guidance and Control Section — a critical element of the US Navy’s heavyweight torpedo...

Northrop Grumman Finalizes LRIP Contract Deliveries for IBCS Program

Northrop Grumman has successfully completed deliveries under the U.S. Army’s Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) contract for the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS), marking a major milestone in modern air...

Exail Teams Up With Major US Firm to Deliver 100 Navigation Systems for Underwater Naval Vehicles

Exail has signed a significant contract with a prominent U.S.-based defense company to supply 100 Phins Compact Inertial Navigation Systems (INS) for integration into Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs). Renowned...

July 30, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts
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EPCOR and Riyadh Air Enter Long-Term Strategic Deal for APS5000 Maintenance

EPCOR, a subsidiary of AFI KLM E&M, has entered into a strategic long-term agreement with Riyadh Air to provide full maintenance and support for the APS5000 Auxiliary Power Units...

July 29, 2025
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Elbit Selected to Install DIRCM Defense Suite on German A400M Aircraft

Airbus has signed a $260-million contract with Elbit Systems to equip 23 German A400M aircraft with J-MUSIC DIRCM countermeasure systems. The modular suite, designed to counter heat-seeking missiles, will...