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Germany places large IRIS-T missile order with Diehl Defence

Germany has moved to strengthen both its air combat and ground-based air defense capabilities through new procurement contracts with Diehl Defence for the IRIS-T guided missile family. The acquisitions...

Excalibur Army secures $300M Southeast Asia contract for Patriot armored vehicles

An undisclosed Southeast Asian military has awarded Excalibur Army a $300 million contract for the procurement of over 100 Patriot armored vehicles, covering a broad spectrum of battlefield roles....

February 8, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
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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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 7, 2026
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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 6, 2026
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Air Platforms

Patria Starts F135 Engine Assembly for Finland’s F-35 Fighters

Finnish defence company Patria has formalized an agreement with Pratt & Whitney to undertake the final assembly of F135 engines in Finland for the country’s future F-35 fighter fleet....

February 6, 2026
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Air Platforms

Hanwha and KAI Partner on Next-Generation Aircraft and UAS Programs

Hanwha Aerospace and Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly pursue future defence and aerospace initiatives, marking a new step in strengthening South Korea’s...

February 6, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Ohio-Based Startup Expands Drone Manufacturing for US Armed Forces

Agilis Air, a defence startup based in Ohio, has begun pre-manufacturing affordable unmanned aerial systems in an effort to close a critical supply shortfall as US military drone requirements...

February 6, 2026
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Naval Platforms

US Navy Upgrades MK 38 CIWS Caliber for First Time in Three Decades

After more than three decades without a caliber change, the US Navy is modernizing its MK 38 close-in weapon system with a major fourth-generation upgrade. The MK 38 MOD...

February 6, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Teledyne FLIR Unveils Faster, Smarter Ranger Radar Family

Teledyne FLIR has rolled out major performance upgrades for its Ranger radar systems, enhancing speed, range, and precision to meet demanding operational requirements. The enhancements apply to the R8-3DX...