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September 26, 2025
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Barrett MK22 Rifle Program Secures $14M Boost From US Army

The US Army has added $14.2 million to Barrett Firearms’ MK22 program, bringing the contract to over $64 million. The MK22 (Barrett Multi-Role Adaptive Design) is the Army’s new...

September 26, 2025
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$640M Ammunition Order to Reinforce 155mm Shell Inventory for US Army

Global Military Products has secured a $640 million US Army contract to deliver 155mm High Explosive ammunition under the Special Ammunition and Weapons Systems (SAWS) program. The firm-fixed-price agreement,...

September 25, 2025
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US Air Force Commits $4M to Push Forward 3D-Printed Rocket Fuel Research

Firehawk Aerospace, a US defense startup, has secured a $4-million US Air Force contract to create 3D-printed solid rocket propellants that could increase missile range. Unlike conventional fuels, Firehawk...

September 14, 2025
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Canberra Allocates $8B for Nuclear Submarine Yard Development

Australia will invest an initial 12 billion Australian dollars ($8 billion) to upgrade shipyard facilities in Perth, Western Australia, as part of preparations for its future fleet of nuclear-powered...

September 12, 2025
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Kosovo to Invest $1.1 Billion in Drones and Armed Forces Expansion

Kosovo has unveiled plans to invest more than €1 billion ($1.1 billion) in its Security Force (KSF), with priorities including the development of indigenous drones and the expansion of...

September 10, 2025
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Anduril Wins $159M Deal for Soldier Helmet

The US Army has selected Anduril Industries for a $159-million contract to deliver a prototype mixed reality soldier headset, part of its Soldier Borne Mission Command (SBMC) project…

September 9, 2025
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Army AI Challenge Awards $2M to Winners

The xTech AI contest showcased tools that automate data verification and optimization. Winners included Ozni AI and five others, receiving up to $500K each. They will join a mentorship...

August 22, 2025
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Israel Approves $1.5B Ground Combat Fleet Expansion Amid Gaza Conflict

Israel Approves $1.5B Plan to Expand Tank and Armored Vehicle Production Israel has authorized a $1.5 billion program to accelerate the production of tanks and armored support vehicles as...

August 21, 2025
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NZ Commits $1.6B to New Helicopters and Maritime Aircraft

New Zealand Invests $1.16 Billion in Submarine-Hunting Helicopters New Zealand has announced a US$1.16 billion purchase of five Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawk helicopters, strengthening its maritime defense capabilities. The acquisition...

August 20, 2025
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US Army, X-Bow Partner on $13.9M Project for Next-Gen Rocket Motor

X-Bow Systems and US Army Launch $13.9M GMLRS Rocket Motor Project New Mexico-based X-Bow Systems and the US Army are jointly investing $13.9 million to design, build, and test...