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November 20, 2025
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Training and Simulation

Boeing, Saab, and BAE to Jointly Lead Development of Britain’s New Advanced Jet Trainer

Boeing, Saab, and BAE Systems have joined forces to launch an advanced pilot training program, aiming to prepare Royal Air Force personnel for the demands of modern air combat....

November 20, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

SAIC and HavocAI Form Partnership to Connect Autonomous Fleets to US Navy Digital Infrastructure

SAIC and HavocAI are combining SAIC’s real-time communications infrastructure with HavocAI’s autonomous maritime platforms to strengthen the US Navy’s networked operations and situational awareness. The partnership connects HavocAI’s software,...

November 20, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

QinetiQ, Forcys Reinforce Support for Australia’s Growing Autonomous Maritime Fleet

QinetiQ and Forcys have formed a strategic collaboration to advance Australia’s maritime security by enhancing the testing and validation of submarines, autonomous vessels, and underwater systems. Through an MoU,...

November 20, 2025
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Air Platforms

Washington Greenlights Javelin and Excalibur Weapons Sale to India

The US has approved two prospective military sales totaling $92.8 million for India, featuring Javelin anti-armor missiles and Excalibur precision artillery munitions. The first deal, costing $45.7 million, would...

Washington Clears $3.5B Sale of SM-6 and SM-2 Missiles for Germany’s Frigate Fleet

The United States has approved a prospective $3.5-billion foreign military sale to Germany involving SM-6 Block I and SM-2 Block IIIC missiles for its forthcoming F127 air-defense frigate program....

November 19, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Ankara Kicks Off Construction of Portugal’s Debut Military Ship

Turkey has commenced steel cutting for its inaugural military ship being exported to Portugal, underscoring deepening defense collaboration between the two countries. The work covers two Auxiliary Oiler and...

November 19, 2025
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Training and Simulation

R66 Helicopter Offered by M1 and Robinson for US Army’s Future Training Fleet

M1 Support Services of Texas has partnered with Robinson Helicopter Company in California to offer the R66 as a contender for the US Army’s Flight School Next initiative. The...

Tirana Moves to Acquire Israeli Elbit Artillery Systems and Drones

Albania will enhance its firepower and build up domestic arms production capacity through a new agreement with Israel’s Elbit Systems. The arrangement includes deliveries of 155mm ATMOS self-propelled howitzers,...

November 19, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Belgian Forces Add Latvia’s Kamikaze Drones to Strengthen Counter-Drone Capabilities

Belgium has procured Latvian-made kamikaze drones designed specifically for counter-UAV missions, capable of detecting and neutralizing hostile drones. The acquisition is included in a 50-million-euro ($57 million) national counter-drone...

November 19, 2025
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Air Platforms

KC-46 RVS 2.0 Achieves Initial Flight Test Milestone

Boeing has conducted the first flight of its Remote Vision System 2.0 for the KC-46 Pegasus, initiating the final phase of testing required before the US Air Force can...