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April 2, 2025
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Soldier Systems

New Thales Night Vision Binocular Offers Wide Field View for Elite Units

At a special ops tech showcase in France, Thales debuted its advanced Panoramic night vision goggles, engineered for elite mission scenarios. Featuring four image intensification tubes, the system provides...

Philippine Navy Receives Second Corvette in Malvar Series From Hyundai

South Korea’s Hyundai Heavy Industries has launched the Philippine Navy’s second Miguel Malvar-class corvette, the BRP Diego Silang (FFG-07), in Ulsan. The vessel is part of a pair ordered...

Germany Procures Unmanned Ground Vehicles From AeroVironment for EOD Tasks

The German Armed Forces have selected AeroVironment to provide 41 Telemax HT300 bomb disposal UGVs. Built for high-risk counter-IED operations, the robots are equipped with advanced manipulators and mobility...

Saab to Deliver RBS 70 NG Systems as Latvia Strengthens Air Defenses

Under a framework deal, Saab will supply the Latvian Ministry of Defence with its RBS 70 NG ground-based air defense solution. The contract, worth approximately $209 million, includes launchers,...

April 1, 2025
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Land Platforms

Ukrainian Forces Introduce Mobile Air Defense Using R-73 Missiles on Humvees

Kyiv has developed a mobile surface-to-air missile system mounted on a modified U.S.-made Humvee chassis. Designed for high maneuverability, the system features a newly built cabin and an advanced...

April 1, 2025
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Mergers & JV
Land Platforms

AI Integration Planned for Military Vehicles by Daimler Truck and ARX Robotics

A new partnership between Daimler Truck and ARX Robotics aims to embed AI-driven technologies into military land platforms, specifically the Unimog and Zetros series. Using ARX’s Mithra OS, the...

Czech Armed Forces Tap Exail for Advanced Land Navigation Tech

Exail has been chosen by the Czech Republic to supply its artillery support vehicles with Advans Series INS units, designed to ensure uninterrupted navigation and orientation without relying on...

April 1, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts
Air Platforms

Cyprus Takes Delivery of First Two Airbus H145M Military Helicopters

Under an ongoing deal with Airbus, Cyprus has accepted its initial pair of H145M multirole helicopters, marking the beginning of its helicopter fleet upgrade. All six aircraft will feature...

U.S. and Poland Finalize $2B Deal to Strengthen Air Defense

Amid heightened regional security concerns, Poland has inked a $2 billion deal with the U.S. to enhance its missile defense network with additional Patriot systems. The contract provides for...

April 1, 2025
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Mergers & JV
Land Platforms

AI-Powered Military Mobility: Daimler Truck and ARX Robotics Join Forces

In a move to modernize military land vehicles, Daimler Truck and ARX Robotics have partnered to embed artificial intelligence into the Unimog and Zetros truck platforms. Utilizing ARX’s Mithra...