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May 1, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

US Marines Get MQ-9A Reaper Block 5 Extended Range

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems has supplied the US Marine Corps with an MQ-9A Reaper Block 5 Extended Range (ER) unmanned aircraft system. The system boosts the Corps’ operational range...

May 1, 2025
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Land Platforms

The MRZR All-Terrain Tactical Vehicle now has a 1 kW variant from Polaris.

Polaris Government and Defense has introduced a new version of its MRZR Alpha tactical vehicle, now equipped with a one-kilowatt exportable power capability to support dynamic military operations. Revealed...

April 26, 2025
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New Product Launches

Pyongyang Commissions New Warship to Expand Naval Capabilities

At a recent unveiling event, North Korea showcased what it described as a new destroyer outfitted with its most advanced weapons. The launch comes just weeks after the country...

April 25, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

Oshkosh to Manufacture 150 JLTVs for Dutch Armed Forces

Oshkosh Defense has been chosen by the Netherlands to manufacture 150 Dutch Expeditionary Patrol Vehicles (DXPV) for the FLATM-PV program. Derived from the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle platform, the...

April 24, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

Military Aviation Helmets to Feature Kopin’s Microdisplay Tech Under New Contract

Massachusetts-based Kopin Corporation has been awarded a $7.5-million deal to supply cutting-edge microdisplays for helmet-mounted displays in military aircraft. The contract, issued by a leading Pentagon defense partner, underscores...

April 24, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

India, Vietnam Set to Finalize $700 Million BrahMos Missile Agreement

Hanoi is wrapping up talks with India for a $700-million purchase of BrahMos supersonic missiles, intended for deployment via the Vietnam People’s Air Force’s Su-30s and ground-based systems. The...

April 24, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

EDGE Showcases HT-100 Autonomous Helicopter to Attract Brazilian Interest

Emirati defense firm EDGE is eyeing Brazil as a potential customer for its ANAVIA HT-100 UAV helicopter. The system was recently demonstrated at a military event in Rio de...

April 24, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

Italy Finalizes $47M Purchase of Jump Tactical Drones From AeroVironment

The Italian Ministry of Defense has awarded a $46.6 million contract to AeroVironment for Jump 20 UAVs as part of efforts to modernize its drone capabilities. Replacing the outdated...

April 24, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

US Army Taps CAE for Enhanced Helicopter Training Program

Under a newly awarded $180-million deal, CAE Defense & Security will provide extensive aviation training services for US Army helicopter operations. The program includes pilot and crew instruction for...

April 23, 2025
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New Product Launches

New Combat-Ready M1167 Humvee Introduced by Taiwan Army

Taiwan’s army has introduced the M1167 High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (Humvee), showcasing its capabilities during a public display in Taichung. This variant features substantial upgrades over earlier models,...