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L3Harris reaches milestone of delivering 100,000 M-Code GPS receivers

L3Harris Technologies has delivered its 100,000th M-Code GPS receiver to US and allied militaries, marking a key milestone in strengthening secure navigation and timing capabilities. Designed for operations in...

March 17, 2026
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R&D
Weapons and Munition

US Army collaborates with Pennsylvania companies to develop next-generation small arms barrels

The US Army is advancing small arms technology through a partnership with Pennsylvania-based industry to develop a more durable, wear-resistant barrel for high-pressure weapon systems. The effort, led by...

US finances deployment of a Naval Strike Missile-based coastal defense system in Latvia

The US Navy has granted a $45.5-million contract to Kongsberg Defence and Aerospace for the delivery of a Naval Strike Missile-based coastal defense system to Latvia. Structured through the...

March 16, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts
Land Platforms

Rheinmetall’s acquisition of Iveco’s military truck division faces delays due to the Leonardo deal

Rheinmetall’s planned acquisition of Iveco Group’s military truck division has been delayed due to holdups in Leonardo’s takeover of the company’s defense subsidiary, as reported by Reuters. Leonardo recently...

March 16, 2026
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Land Platforms

British Army places order for 37 RCH 155 self-propelled artillery systems

The British Army has procured 37 RCH 155 remote-controlled 155mm howitzers to restore its artillery capabilities after donating its AS-90 systems to Ukraine. The contract, valued at £53 million...

GE Aerospace and Palantir roll out AI initiatives to boost US military aircraft readiness

GE Aerospace is collaborating with Palantir to introduce agentic AI tools designed to enhance military aircraft readiness and keep engine manufacturing processes on schedule. In contrast to generative AI,...

March 16, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

France unveils a containerized launcher extending artillery strike range to 150 km

France is preparing to introduce a new long-range rocket launcher into its military inventory, extending its reach in modern combat scenarios. The FLP-T 150, developed jointly by ArianeGroup and...

March 16, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Dronetag enters EU defense accelerator program with its counter-drone solutions

Dronetag has been chosen among 20 companies to join the second cohort of the European Union Defence Innovation Scheme (EUDIS) Business Accelerator, specifically within a counter-drone technology track. The...

Spanish and Belgian companies partner to promote counter-drone systems in Belgium

EM&E Group and Indra Group have partnered with Intersoft Electronics Services to jointly market counter-drone (C-UAS) technologies in Belgium. Announced at the Brussels European Defense Exhibition & Conference, the...

March 16, 2026
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Naval Platforms

US Navy prolongs service of USS Nimitz aircraft carrier until 2027

The US Navy has postponed the retirement of its oldest carrier, USS Nimitz (CVN-68), extending its service from May 2026 to March 2027. The 10-month delay synchronizes the ship’s...