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April 15, 2026
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Financial and Investment Updates

US Grants Northrop $475M Contract for Hypersonic Glide Interceptor Development

The US Missile Defense Agency has expanded its investment in hypersonic defense by awarding a $475 million contract increase to Northrop Grumman for the Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI) program,...

April 15, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

Ukraine Secures $3.7B Patriot Missile Interceptors From Raytheon

RTX Corporation subsidiary Raytheon has secured a $3.7 billion contract to supply Guidance Enhanced Missile–Tactical (GEM-T) interceptors for Ukraine’s MIM-104 Patriot network, strengthening its air defense capabilities against diverse...

April 15, 2026
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R&D

India Seeks Astra-2, BrahMos-NG and More Indigenous Weapons in 114 Rafale Deal

Talks between India and Dassault Aviation for the acquisition of 114 Rafale fighters are reaching a pivotal phase, with New Delhi prioritizing long-term control over upgrades and weapons integration....

April 14, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

Estonia Cancels IFV Upgrade Plan, Prioritizes Drone and Air Defense Investments

Estonia has decided to pause its €500 million ($589 million) program to replace its infantry fighting vehicles, shifting its investment priorities toward drones, air defense systems, and uncrewed technologies....

April 14, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

DRDO’s Indigenous MPATGM Gets Army Nod for Procurement and Deployment

The Indian Army has cleared the procurement of the indigenously developed Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MPATGM), marking a significant boost to both its infantry combat capabilities and India’s...

April 13, 2026
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R&D

Rheinmetall Moves into Cruise Missile Development Space

Rheinmetall revealed Monday that it is set to begin manufacturing cruise missiles for the first time, as part of a new collaboration with Dutch defense firm Destinus. Pending regulatory...

April 13, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

Estonia Secures Additional HIMARS Systems via Lockheed Martin Deal

Estonia has entered into an agreement with Lockheed Martin for the procurement of three additional M142 HIMARS launchers. As part of the deal, around $11 million will be invested...

April 11, 2026
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R&D

IAF Seeks Meteor Missile Integration on Tejas Mk2 Alongside Uttam and Astra Upgrades

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is pursuing the integration of the Meteor BVRAAM onto the Tejas Mk2 as part of its effort to unify its high-end air combat capabilities....

April 11, 2026
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New Product Launches

IG Defence Launches ‘IG JWALA’ Short-Range Missile System

India’s defence ecosystem continues to evolve with increased private sector participation, as IG Defence moves forward with the development of the IG JWALA Short-Range Missile System. Positioned as a...

April 10, 2026
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R&D

Lockheed Secures $4.76B Contract for PAC-3 MSE Missile Production

The US Army has awarded Lockheed Martin a $4.76 billion contract for the production of PAC-3 MSE missiles, along with related equipment and support. The majority of the contract—valued...