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January 22, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

US Forces Prepare for NATO’s Cold Response 26 as Greenland Tensions Rise

Thousands of U.S. Marines will arrive in Norway this month to begin preparations for Cold Response 26, a large-scale NATO exercise focused on Arctic warfare, as tensions over Greenland...

January 14, 2026
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Blackhawk to Supply Modular Holster Systems to Germany

Blackhawk has won a major contract to supply the Bundeswehr with its modular Holster Carry System, designed to provide soldiers with versatile and reliable holster configurations. The system allows...

January 13, 2026
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R&D

ATN Introduces Its Most Advanced Thermal Optics With Sixth-Generation Imaging

ATN has unveiled its sixth-generation thermal optics portfolio, marking a significant upgrade through the integration of artificial intelligence, advanced image processing, and combat-ready construction. The flagship ThOR 6 Elite...

January 13, 2026
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US Army Deploys New Headborne System to Improve Multi-Threat Awareness

The US Army is advancing its soldier modernization efforts with a new combat helmet aimed at boosting protection, connectivity, and situational awareness in complex operational environments. The Integrated Multi-Threat...

January 8, 2026
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Avenue3 Wins $3.3M UK Contract for Deployed Digital Health System

UK Defence Medical Services has selected Avenue3 for a £2.5 million ($3.3 million) contract to implement Project Mercury, a secure digital health record solution for military clinicians operating in...

January 7, 2026
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Russia Deploys Advanced Camouflage Using Realistic Materials

According to Ukrainian media, Russia has begun deploying a new camouflage technology featuring realistic materials to better hide personnel and ground equipment along frontline areas. The system uses layered...

December 29, 2025
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Germany Taps Rheinmetall for Laser Systems on Next-Gen Service Rifle

German defense firm Rheinmetall has been awarded a multi-hundred-million-euro contract to provide laser-light aiming modules for the Bundeswehr, supporting the rollout of Germany’s next-generation standard assault rifle. The contract...

December 16, 2025
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Theon Secures Major NVG Contract

The Theon-Hensoldt consortium has secured a landmark €1-billion contract from OCCAR to deliver roughly 104,000 additional Mikron night vision goggles to Germany and Belgium, marking the largest single NVG...

December 16, 2025
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Rheinmetall Wins German Headset Deal

Rheinmetall has received an order exceeding €130 million to supply 50,000 advanced communication headsets to the German Armed Forces. Known as SmG sets, the systems integrate active hearing protection...

November 13, 2025
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New Product Launches

Next-Generation Fire-Resistant Combat Gear Released by GORE-TEX

GORE-TEX Labs has launched a new line of PYRAD flame-retardant combat suits engineered to keep troops cool, protected, and agile even in temperatures above 30°C (86°F). The suits deliver...