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May 7, 2026
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Mergers & JV

Czech Republic and Patria Deepen Cooperation Ahead of New 8×8 Vehicle Program

Patria has entered into several agreements with Czech state defense institutions as Czech Republic advances plans to procure a next-generation 8×8 armored vehicle fleet. The accords, signed with the...

May 7, 2026
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R&D

Inside the Ajax Fighting Vehicle: Britain’s Digital Battlefield Recon Platform

An armored vehicle built not only for firepower and protection, but for an era where data dominance shapes the battlefield. That’s the ambition behind the British Army’s Ajax fighting...

May 7, 2026
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R&D

MBDA to Establish MICA Missile MRO Hub in India

MBDA will support the creation of a dedicated MICA missile MRO facility in India under a newly signed agreement with the Indian Air Force. As part of the partnership,...

May 6, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

Rheinmetall, ELVO Partner for Military Truck Assembly in Greece

A new partnership between Rheinmetall and Hellenic Vehicles Industries (ELVO) will see military trucks assembled in Greece for the Hellenic Armed Forces. The memorandum of understanding outlines cooperation on...

May 6, 2026
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New Product Launches

Lockheed Martin Presents Lithuania’s First HIMARS Systems

Lithuania’s first HIMARS launchers have been presented by Lockheed Martin and the Lithuanian Ministry of National Defence at the company’s Camden production site in Arkansas. During the unveiling ceremony,...

May 6, 2026
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R&D

HDT Robotics Trials Hunter WOLF UGV With US Army’s 10th Mountain Division

At Fort Polk, Louisiana, HDT Robotics is partnering with the US Army’s 10th Mountain Division to conduct training and assessment exercises involving the Hunter WOLF unmanned ground vehicle. The...

May 6, 2026
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R&D

Romania Advances Local MMPV 90 Corvette Build Program With Rheinmetall

Romania is proceeding with the acquisition of two Rheinmetall light corvettes, which will be assembled domestically in Mangalia as part of the country’s broader naval modernization effort. The future...

May 6, 2026
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R&D

KNDS and RITEK Launch Leopard 2A8 Tank Production Facility in Norway

A new manufacturing center for the Leopard 2A8 main battle tank has been inaugurated in Levanger, Norway, by KNDS Deutschland in partnership with automotive company RITEK. The facility strengthens...

May 6, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

US Approves Bell 505 Jet Ranger X Helicopter Deal for Philippines

The Philippines is set to acquire Bell 505 Jet Ranger X helicopters under a $150-million foreign military sale approved by the US State Department. The proposed package covers Bell...

May 4, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

Israel Approves New US Fighter Jet Acquisition Program

Israel on Sunday authorized a multi-billion-dollar fighter aircraft purchase from the United States that will add two new combat squadrons to its air force. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said...