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June 5, 2025
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Missile and Missile Defense

Diehl to Deliver Four IRIS-T Missile Batteries to Ukraine in €2.2B Deal

Ukraine will bolster its air defense capabilities with four additional IRIS-T systems from Germany’s Diehl Defence, under a newly signed €2.2 billion agreement. The package includes advanced missile launchers,...

June 5, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Kuwait Inks $2.45B Patrol Vessel Deal With UAE’s EDGE Defense Group

EDGE Group, a leading UAE defense firm, has signed a $2.45-billion agreement to build and deliver eight advanced Falaj-3 patrol vessels for Kuwait’s naval forces. The deal encompasses every...

June 4, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Rolls-Royce to Power Republic of Korea Navy’s Next-Gen Ulsan Warships

The Republic of Korea Navy has selected Rolls-Royce as its propulsion partner for the upcoming Ulsan-class frigates, outfitting the vessels with the British firm’s MT30 gas turbines and other...

June 4, 2025
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Air Platforms

RNZAF Completes Major NH90 Modernization Project with New Capabilities

The Royal New Zealand Air Force has wrapped up a full upgrade program for its NH90 helicopter fleet, carried out at Base Ohakea. The updates target enhanced operational performance,...

June 4, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

US Navy Contracts Raytheon for $536M SPY-6 Radar Expansion Project

Raytheon has been awarded a $536 million contract by the U.S. Navy to deliver continued support and expansion of the SPY-6 radar program, a next-generation sensor platform that enhances...

June 4, 2025
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Air Platforms

Thai Air Force to Acquire Gripen Jets, Turning Down F-16s in Fleet Upgrade Plan

In a strategic decision, Thailand has chosen Sweden’s Gripen E/F fighter jets over the U.S.-built F-16s, announcing a $500 million deal to buy four jets as part of its...

June 4, 2025
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Air Platforms

South Korea to Supply 12 New FA-50 Jets to the Philippines in $700M Defense Deal

Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) announced that it has signed a $700 million contract with the Philippine Department of National Defense to supply 12 FA-50 fighter jets. The delivery is...

June 4, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Major Submarine Production Contract Signed by Pentagon

To support the timely delivery of Virginia-class submarines, the U.S. Pentagon’s Defense Logistics Agency has contracted six small businesses under a multibillion-dollar deal. The move focuses on fast-tracking weapons...

June 3, 2025
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Air Platforms

Light Combat Aircraft Joins Hungarian Air Force

Hungary’s Air Force has taken delivery of its first three L-39 Skyfox aircraft from Aero Vodochody, signaling a key milestone in its defense modernization. The jets arrived at Kecskemét...

June 3, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Canadian Navy Chooses Rolls-Royce for Propulsion Systems

The Royal Canadian Navy has chosen Rolls-Royce to supply major components for its new River-class destroyers. The agreement covers key propulsion and onboard handling systems that will power the...