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April 22, 2025
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Mergers & JV

Raytheon’s Coyote Interceptors to Be Locally Produced in the UAE

US defense contractor Raytheon has signed a landmark agreement with the UAE’s Tawazun Council to domestically produce components of the Coyote counter-drone system. Under the deal, Raytheon Emirates will...

April 17, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

US Army Reinitiates M777 Production Under $162M Contract With BAE Systems

Under a $162-million U.S. Army contract, BAE Systems will produce major structural components of the M777 lightweight howitzer. The work, which began after an indefinite award in December 2023,...

April 15, 2025
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New Product Launches

Ukrainian Military Introduces Anti-Missile Laser Weapon Technology

At a recent military conference, Ukraine revealed footage of its inaugural laser weapon system, Tryzub, engaging in field trials. Although the system’s procurement was announced late last year, this...

April 11, 2025
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New Product Launches

New ‘Scorpio-XR’ Artillery System From BAE Doubles Conventional Range

Under the Hypervelocity Projectile program, BAE Systems is advancing development of the “Scorpio-XR,” a high-speed, precision-guided munition designed for extended-range engagements.

April 11, 2025
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New Product Launches

New Cost-Effective ‘Sea Dart’ Underwater Drone Introduced by Leidos

US defense firm Leidos has launched the “Sea Dart,” a cost-efficient, highly adaptable underwater drone. With a starting price near $150,000, the Sea Dart is said to cost 80–90%...

April 10, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

U.S. Government Approves $1B Missile Deal With Australia

Australia is set to receive as many as 200 AIM-120C and AIM-120D air-to-air missiles under a $1.04-billion sale recently approved by the United States.

April 7, 2025
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R&D

British-Australian Partnership Aims at Developing Next-Generation Weapon Systems

In a new defense partnership, the UK and Australia are co-developing advanced sub-systems for low-cost, modular weapons. Combining Britain’s Modular Weapons Testbed with Australia’s SHARKTOOTH initiative, the program focuses...