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October 6, 2025
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Airbus H160 Joins French Test Pilot Training Fleet

The French Defense Procurement Agency (DGA) has added a newly delivered Airbus H160 helicopter to EPNER, its military test pilot academy, further enhancing the nation’s rotary-wing test and training...

October 6, 2025
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Rheinmetall and Milrem UGVs Undergo Field Trials in Japan

The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) has initiated field evaluations of two European-made unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) — the Rheinmetall Mission Master SP and Milrem THeMIS — as part...

October 6, 2025
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FN Secures US Army Support to Develop Advanced Precision Grenade Launcher

FN America has received a $2 million award from the U.S. Army to advance its Precision Grenadier System prototype, focusing on development of the MTL-30 30 mm semi-automatic grenade...

October 6, 2025
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AK-630 Close-In Weapon Systems Rushed by India to Strengthen Border Air Defense

The Indian Army has initiated an accelerated procurement of six AK-630 close-in air defense guns to reinforce security in border towns recently hit during clashes with Pakistan. The deal,...

October 6, 2025
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Thales Celebrates 100th CAPTAS Sonar Order Supporting Global ASW Capabilities

Thales has received its 100th order for the Combined Active-Passive Towed Array Sonar (CAPTAS) system from a confidential client, underlining the global success of the company’s advanced anti-submarine warfare...

October 4, 2025
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Oshkosh PLS A2 autonomous trucks ordered by U.S. Army to strengthen convoy security

The U.S. Army Contracting Command–Detroit Arsenal has placed an $89 million order for PLS A2 vehicles, installation kits, and upgrades under the Family of Heavy Tactical Vehicles (FHTV) V...

October 3, 2025
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Raytheon Supplies 500th ESSM Block 2 Missile to the US

Raytheon has handed over the 500th Evolved SeaSparrow Missile (ESSM) Block 2 to the U.S. Navy, marking a major milestone in the program. The Block 2 ESSM is a...

October 3, 2025
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Romania Presses Ahead With Plan to Procure 216 Abrams Main Battle Tanks

Romania’s Ministry of Defense has asked Parliament to approve the next stage of its tank acquisition program, a key step in modernizing the nation’s armored forces and reinforcing commitments...

October 3, 2025
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GDIT Lands $1.25B Contract to Modernize US Army Networks in Europe, Africa

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) has secured a $1.25-billion task order to provide enterprise IT, communications, and mission command services for the U.S. Army’s operations in Europe and Africa....

October 3, 2025
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US Army Places $89M Order for Oshkosh Heavy Trucks to Expand Fleet

The U.S. Army has awarded Oshkosh Defense an $89-million contract to produce Palletized Load System (PLS) A2 trucks, including associated kits and installations. The contract, managed by the Army...