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November 7, 2024
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Weapons and Munition

Sako to Supply an Additional 22,500 AK 24 Rifles to the Swedish Armed Forces

The Swedish Armed Forces have contracted Finnish small arms developer Sako to supply an additional 22,500 Automatkarbin 24 (AK 24) assault rifles. This acquisition supports a collaborative modernization initiative...

November 7, 2024
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Land Platforms

Romania Set to Acquire 44 Pre-Owned Amphibious Vehicles from the United States

The Romanian Ministry of Defense has announced plans to acquire 44 used Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAVs) from the United States—twice the number initially proposed in 2023. This procurement is...

November 6, 2024
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Air Platforms

Airbus to Supply 19 H135 Training Helicopters to the Royal Canadian Air Force

Airbus will supply 19 H135 twin-engine training helicopters to the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) as part of the Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) program. The contract was signed with...

November 6, 2024
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Naval Platforms

Austal Hands Over Eighth Evolved Cape-Class Patrol Vessel to the Royal Australian Navy

In Henderson, Western Australia, Austal has officially delivered the eighth Evolved Cape-class patrol boat, ADV Cape Schanck (313), to the Royal Australian Navy. The delivery is part of Canberra’s...

October 28, 2024
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Missile and Missile Defense

US Approves Prospective Deal for 1,000 TOW Missiles to Saudi Arabia

The US has cleared a possible $440 million missile sale to Saudi Arabia, covering more than 1,000 TOW missiles. The package includes 507 TOW 2A and 507 TOW 2B...

October 28, 2024
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Land Platforms

Polish Manufacturer Reveals VSHORAD System Equipped with Programmable Ammo

Poland’s Pit-Radwar has launched the SA-35MM, a very short-range air defense system featuring a 35mm cannon with programmable airburst ammunition. The system’s rounds are programmed to detonate at the...

October 28, 2024
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Land Platforms

US Authorizes $2 Billion Sale of Air Defense and Radar Equipment to Taiwan

A $1.94 billion arms deal for air defense and radar systems between the US and Taiwan has been cleared by the State Department. The agreement features NASAMS and both...

October 28, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

US Army Signs Multi-Year Deal for Black Hornet 4 Nano Drones from Teledyne FLIR

Teledyne FLIR Defense has won a five-year contract to provide the US Army with Black Hornet 4 nano-drones. The drones are being acquired under the Soldier Borne Sensor program...

October 25, 2024
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Combat Service and Support Equipment

Hensoldt Introduces New Optronic Technologies for Armored Vehicles

Hensoldt has introduced three new optronic systems for the Leopard 2A8 tank, Puma, and Boxer armored vehicles, designed to enhance targeting in adverse conditions. The systems utilize a blend...

October 25, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

AeroVironment Reveals Flexible Drone Tailored to Modern Battlefield Challenges

The newly unveiled P550 by AeroVironment is an electric vertical take-off and landing drone designed for the US Army’s long-range reconnaissance program. Its modular build permits quick adaptation for...