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US Startup Debuts AI for Vehicle Repair

NeoLens has introduced an AI-driven tool claimed to be the first of its kind for diagnosing and repairing military equipment, now operational with Ukrainian forces. The system provides real-time,...

November 18, 2025
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Air Platforms
R&D

Saab to Upgrade German Eurofighters

Airbus has awarded Saab two contracts totaling €549 million to outfit Germany’s Eurofighter fleet with the Arexis electronic warfare system. The first continues prior integration work, and the second...

November 18, 2025
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Land Platforms
Mergers & JV

Beowulf Offered for Canada’s Arctic Fleet

BAE Systems Hägglunds and GDLS-Canada are partnering to bid for Canada’s Domestic Arctic Mobility Enhancement project with the BvS10 Beowulf. Capable of transporting 14 troops or 8,000 kg, the...

November 18, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
Procurement & Contracts

USAF Expands Skydio Drone Use

Skydio has secured two initial contracts from the US Air Force to boost the rollout of small drones across Tactical Air Control Party and Explosive Ordnance Disposal units. The...

November 18, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
New Product Launches

Russia Debuts Anti-Drone Flamethrowers

The Russian Army has received its latest shipment of TOS-1A Solntsepyok heavy flamethrowers, which now include enhanced defenses against drones. Rostec stated that the improvements reflect battlefield feedback from...

November 17, 2025
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Naval Platforms
Mergers & JV

Thales, Navantia Join for Thai Fleet Upgrade

Thales and Navantia have launched their first joint naval modernization effort in Thailand, supplying three IFF systems for two Pattani-class patrol vessels and the HTMS Chang landing platform dock....

November 17, 2025
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Naval Platforms
Mergers & JV

Italy, Albania Start Naval Ship JV

Fincantieri and Albania’s state-owned KAYO have formed a joint venture to support naval construction and maintenance in the country. Announced during the Italy-Albania Intergovernmental Summit, the collaboration will manage...

Sweden Buys More CAMM Missiles for Visby

Sweden has modified its 2023 contract with MBDA to add more Common Anti-air Modular Missiles (CAMM) for the Royal Swedish Navy. The original deal also covered the Sea Ceptor...

November 17, 2025
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

US OKs Denmark Buy of 340 AIM-9X Missiles

The US State Department has cleared a possible $318.4-million sale of AIM-9X Block II missiles to Denmark, including up to 340 live missiles and 34 guidance units. The package...

November 15, 2025
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Belgian, French Jets Show NATO Vigilance

Belgium carried out another Black Sea air mission on 14 November 2025, deploying its F-16 fighters alongside French Mirage 2000 aircraft under Operation Black Sea Region. The flight took...