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September 7, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

US Army Gets Mobile Laser Counter-Drone Weapon

The U.S. Army’s Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office has taken delivery of two prototype laser systems aimed at neutralizing drones. The weapons integrate AeroVironment’s LOCUST 20kW laser onto...

September 5, 2025
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Poland Buys US GBU-39B Bombs for F-35s

Poland signed a $120M deal at MSPO 2025 to acquire GBU-39/B Small Diameter Bombs for its F-35A fighters, with deliveries by 2028. The precision weapons, also compatible with F-16s,...

September 4, 2025
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Army Receives Two Laser Anti-Drone Weapons

The US Army has received its first two LOCUST mobile counter-drone laser weapon systems from AeroVironment, marking a milestone in the AMP-HEL project. Each system is built for Infantry...

September 4, 2025
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New Product Launches

Beijing Reveals Naval Role for New Laser Gun

Beijing has publicly displayed the LY-1 laser weapon system during a major parade, highlighting China’s push into directed-energy arms. Although currently shown on a land-based HZ141 platform, reports suggest...

September 2, 2025
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Saab Unveils Nimbrix Drone-Swarm Killer

Sweden’s Saab has revealed Nimbrix, a missile specifically built to counter the growing threat of drones. The compact system uses an independent seeker for precise tracking and a warhead...

September 2, 2025
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Russia Debuts Pilot AM-17 Rifle Batch

The Russian defense firm Kalashnikov has begun producing its compact AM-17 assault rifle after trials in Ukraine. Weighing just 5.5 lbs, the firearm can be collapsed for transport in...

September 1, 2025
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Taiwan’s MK 48 Torpedo Delivery from US Set for Next Three Years

Taiwan is preparing to take delivery of Mk 48 Mod 6 Advanced Technology heavyweight torpedoes from the United States between 2026 and 2028, following earlier schedule delays. The ROC...

August 29, 2025
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New Product Launches

SAKO Introduces New Arctic Rifle Line Tailored for Harsh Frozen Environments

SAKO has introduced a new line of three rifles designed to strengthen troop capabilities in Arctic combat. The Arctic Rifle Generation (ARG) series features NATO-standard assault rifles equipped with...

August 28, 2025
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R&D

DZYNE’s Enhanced Dronebuster Can Repel Hostile Drones Up to 4 Km

DZYNE Technologies has rolled out the Dronebuster Power Up Program, offering users of older models, including Block 3, the opportunity to upgrade to the latest Block 4 system. The...

August 26, 2025
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Mergers & JV

UK, Australia Roll Out Low-Cost Copperhead ‘Plug-and-Launch’ Weapon

Australia and the UK have launched a joint effort to create next-generation, low-cost guided weapons, formalized through the Copperhead Project Arrangement signed in February. The partnership was first disclosed...