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September 4, 2025
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$9.8B Lockheed Pact Covers PAC-3 Production

The US Army has awarded Lockheed Martin its biggest PAC-3 MSE deal yet, worth $9.8 billion for 1,970 interceptors and related hardware. Production will scale sharply in 2025, with...

September 4, 2025
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Army Receives Two Laser Anti-Drone Weapons

The US Army has received its first two LOCUST mobile counter-drone laser weapon systems from AeroVironment, marking a milestone in the AMP-HEL project. Each system is built for Infantry...

September 4, 2025
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Japan’s New FFM Ships Get Palfinger Slipways

Austrian manufacturer Palfinger Marine has been awarded a contract to equip Japan’s future FFM-class frigates with advanced stern launch and recovery systems. Built by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries between 2027...

September 2, 2025
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Embraer Delivers A-29Ns to Portugal

Embraer delivered the first batch of A-29N Super Tucano aircraft to Portugal, part of a deal for 12 planes signed in 2024. The $210M package also includes training and...

September 2, 2025
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Poland’s Borsuk to Get Bushmaster II Guns

Poland’s Borsuk infantry fighting vehicle will soon be equipped with Northrop’s Mk44 Bushmaster II gun, a versatile NATO-standard weapon also adaptable for naval use. The cannon weighs 160kg, has...

September 2, 2025
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UK Uses Australian AI to Secure Military Data

Britain has selected Castlepoint Systems’ Explainable AI tool to strengthen protection against accidental leaks of military data. The platform automatically monitors files and communications, identifies sensitive content, and applies...

September 2, 2025
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SK Confirms BRP Diego Silang Delivery

At the Subic Agila Shipyard inauguration, officials confirmed the Philippine Navy will receive the BRP Diego Silang frigate next week. Derived from Hyundai’s HDF-3200 design, the Miguel Malvar-class was...

September 1, 2025
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Next-Gen Military Drones to Use Mobix Labs’ Circular Connectors

Mobix Labs has announced it is now shipping advanced Filtered Mil-Spec Circular Connectors to support upcoming military drone programs. Housed in rugged circular casings, the connectors feature Pi-filter technology...

September 1, 2025
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BAE Systems Selected for Norwegian Navy Frigate Program

The Norwegian government has awarded BAE Systems a contract to build five to six frigates, strengthening its defense partnership with the UK, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre said on...

September 1, 2025
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Taiwan’s MK 48 Torpedo Delivery from US Set for Next Three Years

Taiwan is preparing to take delivery of Mk 48 Mod 6 Advanced Technology heavyweight torpedoes from the United States between 2026 and 2028, following earlier schedule delays. The ROC...