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January 19, 2026
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Windracers ULTRA UAV Achieves 2× Range With Increased Payload Capacity

Windracers has announced plans to upgrade its ULTRA drone to deliver 200 kilograms of payload across distances of more than 2,000 kilometers, with availability expected within months. The capability...

January 19, 2026
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Denmark Phases Out F-16 Fleet After 46 Years, Completes Shift to F-35

After 46 years of continuous service, Denmark has formally phased out the F-16 Fighting Falcon and is transitioning entirely to the F-35A Lightning II as its frontline combat aircraft....

January 19, 2026
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DARPA Selects Shearwater AI to Boost UAV Endurance

DARPA has tapped Shearwater Aerospace to support its Albatross program with AI software designed to help drones harness wind energy and significantly increase endurance. As a subcontractor, Shearwater will...

January 16, 2026
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$32M Deal for Reconnaissance Equipment on Stryker Vehicles Goes to Teledyne

Teledyne FLIR Defense has been contracted to deliver and integrate reconnaissance and surveillance systems for Bulgaria’s Stryker armored vehicles, supporting the nation’s defense modernization. The three-year, $32-million US Army...

January 14, 2026
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$988M Deal for Digital Systems Awarded to General Dynamics by US Navy

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) has been awarded a $988 million contract by the US Navy to upgrade its digital command and control systems that link vessels, aircraft, and...

January 14, 2026
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US Army Integrates 58-Cal K9 Guns for Long-Range Artillery

The US Army has awarded Hanwha Defense USA a CRADA to advance the integration of a 58-caliber cannon on the K9 self-propelled artillery platform, marking a significant move in...

January 13, 2026
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UK Launches Program to Develop Tactical Ballistic Missiles for Ukraine

Britain has unveiled Project Nightfall, a program focused on developing ground-launched tactical ballistic missiles for Ukraine to enhance the country’s long-range strike capabilities against Russian targets. The proposed missile...

January 13, 2026
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HII Expands UK Operations to Scale Underwater Drone Manufacturing

HII has significantly expanded its Portchester, UK, facility dedicated to unmanned underwater vehicles, doubling its size to better support customers operating the REMUS family of autonomous underwater drones. The...

January 13, 2026
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KF-21 Boramae Approaches Operational Service After Flight Test Completion

South Korea has successfully wrapped up all flight tests of the KF-21 Boramae, marking a major milestone toward fielding the country’s next-generation combat aircraft with the Republic of Korea...

January 13, 2026
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ATN Introduces Its Most Advanced Thermal Optics With Sixth-Generation Imaging

ATN has unveiled its sixth-generation thermal optics portfolio, marking a significant upgrade through the integration of artificial intelligence, advanced image processing, and combat-ready construction. The flagship ThOR 6 Elite...