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July 15, 2025
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German Troops Set to Receive New Czech-Made Handguns

Germany has partnered with Czech firearms manufacturer Česká zbrojovka Uherský Brod (CZUB) to provide new sidearms for its military forces. The agreement involves supplying the P13 pistol, a 9×19mm...

July 15, 2025
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US Navy Selects Rolls-Royce to Supply Engines for LCAC 100 Hovercraft

Rolls-Royce has secured a $54.7 million contract from the US Navy to provide engines for the LCAC 100-class hovercraft. The UK-based engineering company will deliver 12 MT7 turboshaft engines...

July 15, 2025
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Raytheon Secures Record RAM Launcher Contract from US Navy

Raytheon, a subsidiary of RTX, has been awarded a $74 million contract to supply the U.S. Navy with Rolling Airframe Missile (RAM) Guided Missile Launching Systems—the largest order of...

July 15, 2025
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US, Australia, and Japan Sign Inaugural Trilateral Naval Logistics Pact

Australia, Japan, and the United States have signed their first trilateral agreement aimed at enhancing logistics coordination and interoperability for maritime operations. The agreement focuses on improving the exchange...

July 15, 2025
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South Korea Initiates Development of Hydrogen-Fueled K3 Main Battle Tank

Hyundai Rotem of South Korea has begun development of the K3 main battle tank, a next-generation vehicle powered by hydrogen fuel cells and designed to eventually replace the renowned...

July 15, 2025
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Canada Plans to Acquire Fighter Drones to Complement F-35 Fleet

The Canadian Department of Defence is preparing to procure a fleet of tactical unmanned aerial systems (UAS) to operate alongside its future F-35 fighter jets. According to documents obtained...

July 15, 2025
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R&D

Russia Initiates Program to Replace Mi-8/17 Helicopters

Russia has initiated development of a new-generation multirole helicopter, intended to succeed its long-serving Mi-8/17 fleet, according to local media reports. Tentatively named the Mi-80, the upcoming aircraft draws...

July 15, 2025
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Spain Set to Acquire More Than 200 Self-Propelled Howitzers

Spain is set to acquire more than 200 self-propelled howitzers to modernize its artillery forces, replacing its aging M109 systems. The acquisition, valued at over €3 billion ($3.51 billion),...

July 15, 2025
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Financial and Investment Updates

XTEND Secures $30 Million to Expand AI-Driven Robotic Solutions for the Battlefield

XTEND has raised an additional $30 million to bolster its U.S. operations and accelerate production of its AI-driven autonomous robotic systems. The company stated that the fresh funding will...

July 14, 2025
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To Enhance Joint Operations, Denmark Orders 129 Finnish-Made Patria 6×6 Armored Vehicles

Denmark has taken a major step forward in the Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) program by finalizing its participation with the signing of the program’s three closing agreements: the...