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July 23, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

MQ-9B Drones Ordered by Denmark to Bolster Maritime Monitoring Efforts

To strengthen its surveillance capabilities in the Baltic, Arctic, and North Atlantic regions, Denmark has signed an agreement to purchase four MQ-9B SkyGuardian unmanned aerial systems. The delivery, expected...

July 21, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

Iveco Chosen by NATO to Showcase Air‑to‑Ground Robotic Teaming

Iveco Defence Vehicles has been selected by the NATO Support and Procurement Agency to lead a multi-year project focused on concept development and experimentation in robotic and autonomous systems...

July 21, 2025
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New Product Launches

Advanced AI Drone Maps Its Path in Signal‑Scarce Environments, Flying at 44 mph

Cleo Robotics, a US tech firm, has unveiled the Dronut DD1—an advanced aerial drone engineered to navigate spaces inaccessible to typical GPS-based systems and conventional drones. The DD1 distinguishes...

July 19, 2025
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Mergers & JV

Bluebottle Uncrewed Vessels Deployed by New Zealand Navy in Fiji for Joint Maritime Patrol Operations

In support of Operation Calypso—an initiative to strengthen maritime security in the South Pacific—the Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN) has deployed two Bluebottle Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs) to Fiji....

July 18, 2025
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New Product Launches

Kuwait Inducts Bayraktar Armed Drones from Turkey into Service

Kuwait has officially received its first Bayraktar TB2 tactical unmanned aerial systems from Turkey, commemorating the milestone with a launch ceremony at Ali Al Salem Air Base. This delivery...

July 18, 2025
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R&D

APKWS Munitions Fired from BAE Multi-Rotor Drone in Landmark Air-to-Air Trial

BAE Systems has successfully completed the first-ever air-to-air engagement using a laser-guided munition launched from its multi-rotor uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV). During tests at the U.S. Army’s Dugway Proving...

July 17, 2025
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New Product Launches

Avilus Introduces Trio of Advanced UAVs Designed for Rescue, Recon, and Logistics Support

Avilus, a German drone manufacturer, has launched a new generation of UAVs tailored for extended reconnaissance missions, emergency medical delivery, and field support. The flagship model, Bossard, offers a...

July 17, 2025
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Mergers & JV

Valkyrie Combat Drone Offered to German Air Force by Airbus and Kratos as ‘Loyal Wingman’ Solution

Airbus Defence and Space has joined forces with U.S. defense firm Kratos to bring the XQ-58A Valkyrie combat drone to the German Air Force, aiming for deployment by 2029....

July 16, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

Skydio Supplies Small Drones to Norwegian Military

The Norwegian Armed Forces have awarded Skydio a contract worth 101 million Norwegian kroner ($9.8 million) for the delivery of its small X10D unmanned aerial systems. The California-based company...

July 15, 2025
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Financial and Investment Updates

XTEND Secures $30 Million to Expand AI-Driven Robotic Solutions for the Battlefield

XTEND has raised an additional $30 million to bolster its U.S. operations and accelerate production of its AI-driven autonomous robotic systems. The company stated that the fresh funding will...