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December 11, 2025
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Denmark acquires more IRIS-T SLM fire units under the European Sky Shield Initiative

Denmark has boosted its air defense posture by ordering more IRIS-T SLM fire units through the German-coordinated European Sky Shield Initiative (ESSI). The IRIS-T SLM, a medium-range surface-launched air...

December 11, 2025
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BAE Systems wins a $1.7B U.S. Navy contract to sustain APKWS production

The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a five-year contract to maintain production of the Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) laser-guidance kits for both US and partner militaries....

December 11, 2025
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Germany procures additional 120mm tank ammunition from Rheinmetall

Germany has taken another step to reinforce its ground forces by issuing Rheinmetall a fresh, high-value order for 120mm tank ammunition under its long-standing procurement framework. The latest batch,...

December 11, 2025
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Mergers & JV

Anduril partners with GKN Aerospace for the British Army’s Project NYX

Anduril UK has entered a partnership with GKN Aerospace to support the British Army’s Project NYX, a program aimed at developing cutting-edge autonomous land systems. The agreement appoints GKN...

December 11, 2025
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Croatia enhances its artillery forces with 18 French Caesar MkII howitzers

Croatia has entered into an agreement to purchase 18 Caesar MkII self-propelled howitzers from France. The contract for the 18 Caesar 155mm systems, including accompanying equipment and expanded capabilities,...

December 11, 2025
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Rolls-Royce secures a contract for 300+ engines to power Europe’s new Leopard 2 fleets

Rolls-Royce has secured a contract from KNDS to provide mtu MB 873 Ka-501 engines for the Leopard 2 fleets across Europe. The agreement covers more than 300 propulsion units...

December 11, 2025
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NATO places an order for NH90 military helicopters for the Netherlands

NAHEMA, NATO’s Helicopter Management Agency, has signed a contract with NHIndustries to provide three NH90 NATO Frigate Helicopters (NFH) for the Royal Netherlands Air and Space Force. Acting on...

December 11, 2025
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Australia approves a $930M purchase of six Ghost Bat loyal wingman drones

Boeing Defence Australia has been selected to supply six more MQ-28 Ghost Bat Collaborative Combat Aircraft under a contract worth 1.4 billion Australian dollars ($930 million). This major investment...

December 10, 2025
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R&D

Northrop Grumman Debuts Upgraded, More Advanced G/ATOR Radar System

Northrop Grumman’s AN/TPS-80 G/ATOR radar is receiving a software refresh that sharpens its battlefield awareness, enabling it to detect threats from farther out and accelerate decision-making. The upgrade incorporates...

December 10, 2025
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Washington Approves $79 Million Hellfire Missile Package for Belgium

The United States has cleared a possible $79-million foreign military sale to Belgium covering AGM-114R2 Hellfire missiles and a full suite of support services. Belgium’s request includes up to...