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Lockheed Martin Unveils PAC-3 Edge Interceptor to Counter Hypersonic Missile Threats

Lockheed Martin has unveiled the PAC-3 Edge, a next-generation interceptor designed to enhance the Patriot air and missile defence system’s ability to counter hypersonic weapons and other advanced aerial...

October 10, 2026
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TASL, Adani Defence, HAL and Ashok Leyland Target Indian Coast Guard’s MALE UAV Requirement

Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL), Adani Defence, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), and Ashok Leyland have emerged as key contenders for the Indian Coast Guard’s requirement for 10 Medium Altitude...

October 10, 2026
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Indigenous Anti-Submarine Warfare Vessel INS Mangrol Set to Join Indian Navy in Mumbai

The Indian Navy is scheduled to commission INS Mangrol, the third Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) built by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) in Kochi, at the Naval Dockyard...

October 10, 2026
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Indian Navy Advances Shakti Electronic Warfare Upgrade for Shivalik-Class Frigates

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has issued a single-tender Request for Proposal (RFP) to Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) for the supply of one indigenous Shakti Electronic Warfare (EW) system...

Raytheon-Rafael Facility Delivers First US-Manufactured Tamir Interceptor to Israel

A Raytheon–Rafael Advanced Defense Systems manufacturing facility in Camden, Arkansas, has delivered its first fully US-manufactured Tamir interceptor to Israel, marking a significant milestone in establishing a second production...

Greece Plans Up to $4 Billion in US Arms Purchases and F-16 Upgrades

Greece has reached an agreement with the United States worth up to $4 billion to procure weapons and upgrade its F-16 fighter aircraft, according to Reuters. The proposed package...

October 9, 2026
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StandardAero to Provide Advanced Engine Maintenance Technology for US F-15 Fleet

The US Air Force has awarded StandardAero a contract to deploy its Maintenance Insight predictive analytics solution for F100-220 engines powering more than 175 F-15 combat aircraft. The agreement...

October 9, 2026
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BAE Systems to Supply Electronic Warfare Suites for F-35 Lots 20–22

BAE Systems has received a contract from Lockheed Martin to supply electronic warfare (EW) systems for F-35 Lightning II fighter aircraft covered under Lots 20 through 22. The agreement,...

October 8, 2026
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GA-ASI and US Navy Demonstrate Autonomous Mission Planning Capabilities With MQ-20 Avenger

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA-ASI) and the US Navy have demonstrated advanced mission planning software designed to enable uncrewed aircraft to interpret commanders’ intentions, coordinate with other platforms,...

October 8, 2026
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Romania Signs $847 Million Agreement to Acquire 12 Airbus H225M Helicopters

Romania has signed a purchase agreement with France’s Directorate General of Armaments (DGA) for 12 Airbus H225M multi-role helicopters. Valued at approximately €757 million ($847 million), the procurement is...