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August 22, 2025
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Soldier Systems
R&D

Army Trials AR & Anti-Drone Tech

US soldiers deployed along the US-Mexico border are trialing next-gen technologies, including Microsoft-backed IVAS 1.2 augmented reality goggles and Dronebuster counter-UAS weapons. The tests are intended to evaluate operational...

USAF Selects Q-Net for Comms

Q-Net Security has signed a contract with the US Air Force to bolster secure, real-time battlefield communications. The firm will expand its work on airborne and mobile self-forming networks...

HII Wins $267M Navy Training Deal

HII’s Mission Technologies unit has secured a multibillion framework contract, worth up to $267 million, to provide training systems, curriculum, and digital tools for the US Navy. The deal...

August 22, 2025
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Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

S. Korea Exports 20 K9s to Vietnam

South Korea’s Hanwha Aerospace has finalized a $250-million agreement with Vietnam to supply 20 K9 self-propelled howitzers, marking Seoul’s first-ever arms export to Hanoi. The deal, managed through the...

August 21, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
Procurement & Contracts

Army Looks for Ground Drone for Brigade Support

The US Army seeks prototypes for a ground robotic vehicle to aid Brigade Combat Teams. The system must carry over 2,200 lbs, navigate diverse terrains, and operate both autonomously...

August 21, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

Grid Aero Unveils Long-Range Heavy Cargo Drone

Grid Aero unveiled its Lifter-Lite cargo drone, capable of transporting heavy loads over long ranges. Developed in six months, the AI-enabled drone blends flexibility and scale, supporting supply missions...

August 21, 2025
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Sikorsky Wins $43M to Upgrade Army Black Hawks

Sikorsky has secured a $43M contract to modernize US Army Black Hawk helicopters. The upgrade focuses on digital integration, payload expansion, and autonomy-readiness. Future plans include AI-driven flight control...

US OKs 160 Javelin Missiles Sale to Australia

The US has approved a $97.3M deal for Australia to procure 161 Javelin LWCLU launchers, training systems, and support equipment. Lighter and more advanced than prior units, these launchers...

NZ to Buy $1.6B Sub-Hunting Helicopters, Aircraft

New Zealand will acquire five MH-60R Seahawk helicopters and two Airbus A321XLR aircraft in a $1.57B deal. The helicopters come armed with torpedoes, Hellfire missiles, and advanced systems, replacing...

August 21, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
Procurement & Contracts

Dutch Navy Gets Blueye Underwater Drones

Blueye Robotics, with Dutch partner RVI Tools, will deliver advanced underwater ROVs to the Royal Netherlands Navy after winning a competitive tender. These systems, tailored for engineers and mine...