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March 5, 2025
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Missile and Missile Defense

U.S. explores 3D-printed dark ceramics for hypersonic weapons and aircraft.

Hypersonic missiles and aircraft developed in the US could soon feature 3D-printed dark ceramics engineered to endure extreme environments. Scientists at the Purdue Applied Research Institute (PARI) are investigating...

March 5, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Lockheed, Nokia, and Verizon collaborate to bring commercial 5G into military networks.

Lockheed Martin and Verizon have teamed up with Nokia to incorporate commercial 5G solutions into a military telecommunications base station. The integration involved Lockheed’s 5G.MIL Hybrid Base Station hosting...

March 4, 2025
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Land Platforms

U.S. Air Force and Parsons to integrate bomb-neutralizing lasers on JLTVs.

The US Air Force has teamed up with Parsons Corporation to integrate a directed energy bomb disposal system into the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV). This initiative supports the...

March 4, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Indra to upgrade Canada’s defense air traffic control with 600 new radio units.

Canada has awarded a contract to Indra to supply around 600 radios for its air traffic management infrastructure. The deal, worth over 13 million euros ($13.5 million), will see...

March 4, 2025
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Air Platforms

Air Industries Group secures landing gear contract for U.S. B-1B and F-16 aircraft.

Air Industries Group has been awarded contracts to manufacture landing gear components for the US Air Force’s B-1B Lancer strategic bomber and F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter jet. The New...

March 4, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Norwegian shipbuilder contracted to build seven Sjøbjørn rescue boats for Denmark.

Denmark has awarded a contract to Norwegian shipbuilder Maritime Partner to produce seven Sjøbjørn 71 vessels for its Coastal Rescue Service. These vessels will play a key role in...

March 3, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Turkey’s Akinci drone completes flight test with domestically developed AESA radar.

Turkish defense company Baykar has conducted a flight test of the Murad 100-A active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar aboard its Akinci long-range combat drone. Developed by Aselsan for...

Rohde & Schwarz selects ELT Group to deliver ESM capabilities for German and Polish naval vessels.

Rohde & Schwarz has chosen ELT Group to supply electronic warfare components for Germany’s F124-class frigates and Poland’s upcoming Miecznik-class multirole frigates. Last year, the Munich-based company was tasked...

March 3, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

U.S. Army set to deploy ‘Dark Eagle’ hypersonic weapon system later this year.

The US Army plans to bring its “Dark Eagle” long-range hypersonic weapon (LRHW) into operational service this year, following extended delays due to multiple test setbacks. A recent US...

February 28, 2025
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Combat Service and Support Equipment

Saab to deliver combat and fire control systems for Colombia’s new frigate.

Saab has signed a contract to supply advanced systems and sensors for the Colombian Navy’s upcoming frigate. The agreement covers the integration of the 9LV Combat Management System and...