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AeroVironment to Deliver Advanced Counter-Drone Missiles to the US Army

AeroVironment (AV) has received a $95.9 million contract from the US Army to develop and deliver the Freedom Eagle (FE-1) — a new-generation missile aimed at defeating advanced drone...

October 23, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts
Air Platforms

Marshall Aerospace Awarded Contract to Upgrade 12 Retired British C-130Js for Turkish Forces

The Turkish government has finalized a long-term contract with Marshall Aerospace for the maintenance and modernization of 12 ex-UK Royal Air Force C-130J Super Hercules transport aircraft. Under the...

October 23, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Singapore Commissions First Victory-Class Multi-Role Combat Vessel

At ST Engineering’s Benoi Shipyard, the Republic of Singapore Navy has launched its first Victory-class Multi-Role Combat Vessel (MRCV), the RSS Victory (88) — the lead ship in a...

October 23, 2025
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Naval Platforms

South Korea Launches Its First KSS-III Batch-II Attack Submarine

Hanwha Ocean has rolled out the ROKS Jang Yeong-sil (SS-087), the first Dosan Ahn Chang-ho-class (KSS-III) Batch-II submarine for the Republic of Korea Navy, underscoring Seoul’s drive to expand...

India Wins $450 Million Worth of BrahMos Missile Export Contracts

India has finalized two BrahMos missile export deals totaling nearly ₹40 billion ($450 million), expanding the reach of its jointly developed Indo-Russian supersonic cruise missile. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh...

October 23, 2025
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Land Platforms

Germany Orders 274 Modern Recon Vehicles in $3.48 Billion Deal

The German Army has awarded General Dynamics European Land Systems (GDELS) a contract to supply Luchs 2 next-generation reconnaissance vehicles, strengthening its ground intelligence and surveillance capabilities. Valued at...

October 23, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Barrett Reveals Next-Generation 30mm Precision Grenadier Platform

Barrett Firearms has unveiled its new 30mm Precision Grenadier System (PGS) — a next-generation shoulder-fired weapon engineered to enhance US Army infantry lethality and counter emerging threats. The semi-automatic...

October 23, 2025
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Air Platforms

Hanwha Partners With GE Aerospace for Korean Aircraft Engine Programs

South Korea’s Hanwha Aerospace has signed a supply agreement with GE Aerospace to acquire engine kits for the nation’s FA-50 fighter aircraft and KUH-1 Surion helicopters, according to reports...

October 23, 2025
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Cybersecurity

KnectIQ and SRC UK Join Forces to Boost Intelligence Data Protection

SRC UK and KnectIQ have formed a partnership to embed advanced cybersecurity solutions into defense intelligence systems, reinforcing data protection across AI and autonomous applications. The initiative focuses on...

IAI Launches Extended-Range LAHAT ALPHA Precision Missile

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has introduced the LAHAT ALPHA, an advanced evolution of its Laser-Homing Anti-Tank missile line, designed to engage targets at over 20 kilometers (12 miles). Weighing...