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October 15, 2025
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New Product Launches

Tempest Platform by V2X Showcased with Stealthy ‘Shoot-and-Move’ Capabilities

US-based defense contractor V2X has rolled out its latest combat solutions portfolio, headlined by the Tempest, a next-generation mobile fires vehicle built for speed, precision, and survivability on the...

October 10, 2025
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Mergers & JV

British Army Mobility Upgrade: GDLS-UK and Ricardo Collaborate on New Light Vehicles

General Dynamics Land Systems–UK (GDLS-UK) and Ricardo have partnered to design and develop new light mobility vehicles for the British Army under the Land Mobility Programme (LMP). Their collaboration...

October 7, 2025
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New Indian ‘Rudra Brigade’ Reflects Focus on Integrated, Digital Combat Operations

The Indian Army is advancing toward next-generation warfare with the establishment of the Rudra Brigade, an integrated combat formation engineered for speed, precision, and operational adaptability. Combining infantry, mechanized...

October 4, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

Oshkosh PLS A2 autonomous trucks ordered by U.S. Army to strengthen convoy security

The U.S. Army Contracting Command–Detroit Arsenal has placed an $89 million order for PLS A2 vehicles, installation kits, and upgrades under the Family of Heavy Tactical Vehicles (FHTV) V...

October 3, 2025
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Romania Presses Ahead With Plan to Procure 216 Abrams Main Battle Tanks

Romania’s Ministry of Defense has asked Parliament to approve the next stage of its tank acquisition program, a key step in modernizing the nation’s armored forces and reinforcing commitments...

October 2, 2025
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U.S. Approves $705M HIMARS Sale to Australia

The US State Department has approved a potential $705-million foreign military sale of M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) and associated equipment to Australia. The proposed package includes...

October 1, 2025
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Northrop to Deliver Vehicle-Fired Volcano Mine Dispensers

The US Army has awarded Northrop Grumman an $18.8-million contract to manufacture M136 vehicle-launched anti-tank scatterable ammunition canisters. Funded under fiscal year 2024 Building Partner Capacity (BPC) resources, the...

October 1, 2025
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Mergers & JV

BAE, Forterra Partner on Autonomous AMPV for U.S. Army

BAE Systems has partnered with Forterra to develop a prototype autonomous Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV) for the US Army, with testing scheduled for 2026. The collaboration marks BAE’s first...

September 26, 2025
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Polish Firm Bumech to Begin Local Production of South African OTT Armored Vehicles

Poland’s Bumech has signed a partnership deal with South African defense manufacturer OTT Technologies to localize the production of OTT armored platforms in Poland. The move represents Bumech’s entry...

September 22, 2025
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Norway boosts artillery power through new deliveries of South Korean Hanwha K9s

Norway has signed a third contract with Hanwha Aerospace, ordering 24 additional K9 VIDAR self-propelled howitzers from South Korea. The deal will increase Norway’s artillery fleet to 52 systems...