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June 2, 2025
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Land Platforms
Mergers & JV

Latvian Assembly Set for ASCOD Infantry Units

A new agreement between Patria and GDELS-Santa Barbara Sistemas will see the production and maintenance of ASCOD infantry fighting vehicles take place in Latvia. Operations will be conducted at...

Gentex LX9 Offers Cost-Effective Helmet Enhancement

Gentex has announced the immediate availability of its new LX9™ Liner System for military helmets. The system is a lightweight, drop-in replacement compatible with several widely used combat helmet...

June 2, 2025
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Naval Platforms
Mergers & JV

Small Submarine Design to Be Co-Developed by Hyundai, Portugal

In a bid to strengthen defense cooperation, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries has signed a significant agreement with the Portuguese Navy to investigate the joint creation of new-generation small submarines....

May 30, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

The US will get the next generation of GHOST ISR/strike drones from General Atomics.

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA-ASI) has secured a $99.3-million contract to advance next-generation drones for US intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and strike operations. While technical specifics are classified, a...

For the first time, Israel uses a potent laser weapon in battle.

Israel has reportedly conducted the first operational deployment of a high-powered laser weapon in combat, successfully intercepting kamikaze drones launched by Hezbollah from Lebanon. Rafael Advanced Defense Systems released...

The UK will spend $1.3 billion on a new offensive cyber squad and an AI-powered targeting network.

The UK government is investing over £1 billion ($1.3 billion) to launch a new offensive cyber unit and build an AI-driven targeting network to enhance digital warfare capabilities. The...

May 29, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
Mergers & JV

According to Merz, Germany and Ukraine will collaborate on the manufacture of long-range weapons.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced on Wednesday, during Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to Berlin, that Germany will support Ukraine in developing long-range weapons capable of striking deep within...

In Scotland, Babcock unveils the first British Type 31 frigate.

Babcock has unveiled the Royal Navy’s first Type 31 frigate, HMS Venturer (F12), at its Rosyth facility in Scotland. This milestone signals the shift from the ship’s three-year construction...

Japan in Discussions to Purchase Kawasaki K-Racer Drone for Military Logistics

Japan is currently in discussions with Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) regarding the potential procurement of the K-RACER unmanned aerial vehicle to enhance military logistics capabilities. According to a KHI...

May 28, 2025
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Air Platforms
R&D

The development of a prototype advanced fighter jet has been given the go-ahead by India.

India’s defense minister has approved a program to develop a prototype of an advanced fighter jet, marking a significant step toward strengthening domestic arms production. The decision comes just...