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July 15, 2025
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R&D

South Korea Initiates Development of Hydrogen-Fueled K3 Main Battle Tank

Hyundai Rotem of South Korea has begun development of the K3 main battle tank, a next-generation vehicle powered by hydrogen fuel cells and designed to eventually replace the renowned...

July 14, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

To Enhance Joint Operations, Denmark Orders 129 Finnish-Made Patria 6×6 Armored Vehicles

Denmark has taken a major step forward in the Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) program by finalizing its participation with the signing of the program’s three closing agreements: the...

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 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,...

April 22, 2025
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Mergers & JV

Greek Philoctetes Armored Vehicle Program Launched by KNDS-Metlen Alliance

In a major step toward bolstering local defense manufacturing, KNDS France has teamed up with Greece’s Metlen Energy & Metals to produce the “Philoctetes” infantry fighting vehicle. Based on...

April 22, 2025
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New Product Launches

Ajban Armored Vehicles Featured for First Time by Maldives Defense Forces

During its 133rd military anniversary parade in Malé, the Maldives revealed the Ajban 442A armored vehicles for the first time. These UAE-made 4×4 platforms are designed for command, control,...

April 17, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

Spain to Host Production of Armored Military Vehicles for Ukraine

Tecnove, a Spanish automotive defense contractor, has secured a deal to manufacture armored vehicles for Ukraine’s Practika at its Herencia facility. The collaboration covers the production of Kozak and...

April 11, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

Teledyne FLIR to Provide CBRN Detection Sensors for M1135 Stryker Vehicles

The US Army has extended its partnership with Teledyne FLIR Defense, awarding a $74.2-million contract to deliver advanced sensor testbeds for M1135 Stryker NBCRV vehicles. The deal covers six...

April 11, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

Patria to Equip Hungarian Lynx Infantry Vehicles With NEMO Mortar Systems

Hungary has selected Patria’s NEMO mortar systems to be installed on its Lynx KF41 IFVs, following a new contract aimed at boosting the army’s indirect fire support.

April 8, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

Thales to Supply Ground Master 200 Compact Radar Systems to Swedish Forces

The Swedish Armed Forces will modernize their surveillance infrastructure through a 1 billion kronor ($93 million) agreement with Thales for the GM200 MM/C radar. Deliveries of the medium-range system...