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U.S. Army orders Switchblade loitering munitions for infantry operations.

AeroVironment has received a $55.3 million contract to supply Switchblade loitering munitions under the U.S. Army’s Directed Requirement for Lethal Unmanned Systems (LUS). This marks the second order under...

January 21, 2025
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France receives two additional H225M Caracal multi-role helicopters.

France’s defense procurement agency has delivered two H225M Caracal helicopters to the Air and Space Force. These are the first of eight H225M Caracals ordered from Airbus Helicopters in...

January 21, 2025
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Kawasaki to manufacture 17 CH-47 Chinook helicopters for Japan’s Self-Defense Forces.

Japan has contracted Kawasaki Heavy Industries to manufacture 17 CH-47 Chinook heavy-lift helicopters for its armed forces. The agreement includes a 71.4 billion yen ($458.1 million) investment for five...

U.S. Navy awards BAE Systems $85 million contract for Tactical Common Data Link network.

BAE Systems has been awarded an $85 million contract to manufacture and supply more Network Tactical Common Data Link (NTCDL) systems for the U.S. Navy. The NTCDL facilitates real-time...

January 20, 2025
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India procures medium-range air defense missiles for naval warships.

India has signed a contract with Bharat Dynamics Limited to supply Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missiles (MRSAM) to the Indian Navy. The deal, valued at 29.6 billion Indian rupees ($340 million),...

January 17, 2025
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Italy selects Germany’s Skynex system for short-range air defense requirements.

Italy has formally chosen Germany’s Skynex air defense system to strengthen its national airspace security. Rheinmetall, the manufacturer, confirmed a €73 million ($75 million) order for a single Skynex...

January 17, 2025
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Peruvian Navy launches two new Pativilca-class patrol boats.

The Peruvian Navy has officially launched and christened two new Pativilca-class offshore patrol vessels, advancing its mission to enhance maritime security. Named BAP Río Huarmey (PM 210) and BAP...

January 17, 2025
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Solar Group successfully tests India’s first anti-drone swarm system.

India’s Solar Group has conducted tests of a kinetic counter-drone swarm system designed for the Indian Army. During the trial, the Bhargavastra micro-missile system successfully neutralized simulated targets at...

January 16, 2025
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Uruguay acquires five A-29 Super Tucano aircraft from Embraer.

The Uruguayan Air Force (FAU) has procured five A-29 Super Tucano aircraft from Brazilian manufacturer Embraer. The agreement includes mission equipment, integrated logistics support, and a flight simulator. Embraer...

January 15, 2025
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Iranian Navy to receive domestically produced Zagros-class combat destroyer.

Iran’s domestically built Zagros destroyer is set to join the Iranian Navy in the near future, according to state media. Described as the most modern and capable warship in...