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October 18, 2024
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Land Platforms
Mergers & JV, R&D

Sweden Joins Forces With BAE for Tridon Mk2 Air Defense Technology Showcase

Swedish Defence Materiel Administration and BAE Systems Bofors have entered into an agreement to create a demonstrator for the Tridon Mk 2 ground-based air defense solution.

October 18, 2024
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Air Platforms
R&D

Taiwan turns to satellite technology to counter drone incursions.

The Taiwanese military is piloting a satellite-enabled drone defense setup to enhance the island’s security of crucial infrastructure and communications, following an increase in Chinese probing.

October 18, 2024
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Communication and Electronics
R&D

Using its BeiDou satellite network, China’s revolutionary radar can detect F-22 stealth aircraft, challenging traditional stealth advantages.

According to reports, China has developed a radar technique that can detect the US Air Force’s F-22 Raptor, one of the top stealth fighters globally. This method is described...

October 18, 2024
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Unmanned Systems
Procurement & Contracts

Leidos secured a $248 million contract from the US Navy to provide engineering and design expertise for autonomous technologies.

Leidos was recently granted a follow-on contract by NIWC PAC to provide support for unmanned and automated systems used in maritime intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. The contract, a single-award...

October 18, 2024
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

How deploying small, self-operating, unmanned systems can enhance the reach of maritime forces.

Northrop Grumman, known for its expertise in large autonomous systems, has now developed Helix and Scion—two mission-driven autonomous solutions for smaller UAS. These will rapidly enhance commercial uncrewed platforms,...

October 18, 2024
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Soldier Systems
Procurement & Contracts

The French Army received its first delivery of 300 night vision goggles from Thales, fulfilling the Bi-NYX contract.

As part of the Bi-NYX contract, French forces have received their first 300 Thales night vision goggles ordered by the DGA in 2020. These goggles are the first installment...

October 18, 2024
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

Airbus completed its initial Lakota UH-72 unmanned helicopter demo for the US Marine Corps with success.

The successful first demo of the Lakota UH-72 drone helicopter at Marine Corps Air Station demonstrated the Aerial Logistics Connector (ALC) system, which is engineered to boost logistical support...

October 18, 2024
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Land Platforms
New Product Launches

BAE Systems reveals its advanced M2A4E1 Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicle.

BAE Systems has unveiled further information on the M2A4E1 Bradley, its newest infantry fighting vehicle. The vehicle incorporates advanced technologies that significantly enhance its survivability, protection, and combat capabilities,...

October 18, 2024
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Naval Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

For its new class of missile vessels, the Indian Navy has opted for LM2500 engines from GE Aerospace.

As of October 17, 2024, GE Aerospace’s engines, known for their dependability and performance, will be assembled and tested by HAL in Bangalore, under a partnership established in 1986....

Kawasaki Heavy Industries has announced plans to test its Tomahawk SSM in Japan in 2027.

Kawasaki Heavy Industries plans to test its new “New SSM” anti-ship missile in fiscal year 2027, a fact confirmed at the Tokyo International Aerospace Exhibition on October 17, 2024....