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Sweden, Denmark Announce $290M Air Defense Aid Package for Ukraine

Sweden and Denmark said on Tuesday they will finance the acquisition of $290 million worth of air defense systems for Ukraine, highlighting continued Nordic support as Kyiv seeks to...

February 4, 2026
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Mergers & JV
Unmanned Systems

Ukraine Introduces Combat UGV Able to Launch Grenades Without Line of Sight

Two Ukrainian defense firms have introduced a new unmanned ground system intended to enhance battlefield effectiveness by enabling indirect grenade engagement from concealed positions. The platform, known as ARDAL,...

February 4, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Land Platforms

Belgium–Luxembourg Jointly Procure 270 CaMo Armored Vehicles

Belgium and Luxembourg have placed orders for 269 armored vehicles from KNDS France under the multinational CaMo armored vehicle program. Launched by France and Belgium, CaMo aims to deliver...

February 4, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Denmark Moves Ahead With Five Patrol Ships for Arctic Operations

Denmark has cleared the construction of five Arctic patrol ships after receiving approval from the Defence Conciliation Circle, a move aimed at reinforcing surveillance and presence around Greenland. Production...

February 3, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Unmanned Systems

Swiss Military Acquires Black Hornet Nano Drones From Teledyne FLIR

Switzerland has awarded Teledyne FLIR Defense a $17.5 million contract for the procurement of large quantities of the Black Hornet 4 nano drone, strengthening its tactical reconnaissance capabilities. The...

February 3, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Locally Constructed Patrol Vessel Handed Over to Colombia

COTECMAR, Colombia’s government-owned shipyard, has handed over an Ocean Patrol Vessel to the Colombian Navy as part of a long-term naval shipbuilding initiative launched in 2016. The newly delivered...

Raytheon Secures Major LTAMDS Radar Contract From US Army

Raytheon has secured a $1.02 billion contract modification from the US Department of Defense for the production of LTAMDS radars for the US Army. The award builds on a...

February 3, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

US Naval Vessels Receive Advanced Real-Time Situational Awareness Tech

DARPA has turned to RTX’s Raytheon to deliver a next-generation sensing and targeting capability that promises to significantly improve situational awareness aboard US naval vessels. The system is designed...

February 3, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Red Cat Bags Regional Contract for Black Widow Drone Systems

An undisclosed Asia-Pacific customer has placed an order for Red Cat Holdings’ Black Widow small unmanned aircraft system, the company announced. Delivery of an unspecified quantity of systems is...

Danish Forces Order Rheinmetall Ammunition for Mobile Air Defense

Rheinmetall has been commissioned by the Danish government to deliver ammunition for a wide range of military platforms, including IFVs and self-propelled air defense systems. The seven-year framework contract,...