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Nigeria introduces its first automobiles that run on compressed natural gas

According to local media sources, Nigeria has launched its first fleet of compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles for the military. As part of the government’s overall clean energy plan,...

In the midst of growing tensions, South Korea intends to purchase an additional 36 U.S. AH-64E Apache assault helicopters.

South Korea intends to buy 36 more Apache Guardian AH-64E attack helicopters from the United States. The new acquisition is a sign of Seoul’s dedication to increasing its sophisticated...

Taiwan increases its artillery strength by purchasing additional U.S. M109A7 self-propelled howitzers.

The Ministry of National Defense of Taiwan has formally approved a large expansion of its artillery modernization program by authorizing the purchase of 168 M109A7 155mm tracked self-propelled howitzers...

Saab receives further orders for CB90 battle boats from Sweden.

The Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) has given Saab a contract to supply 22 more CB90 Next Generation battle boats. The order’s overall worth is approximately SEK 900 million....

To enhance the battlefield medical care for the U.S. Armed Forces, BAE Systems will create AI-powered software.

The US Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) has chosen BAE Systems to continue developing and supporting the deployment of the Battlefield Assisted Trauma Distributed Operations Kit (BATDOK) through the...

To bolster its layered air defense network, the Lithuanian Army chooses Poland’s GROM portable missiles.

The Lithuanian deal for GROM MANPADS, which strengthen the idea of regional air defense, was won by Poland’s MESKO S.A. With a clear emphasis on short-range air defense capabilities,...

To counter China’s strategy for air dominance, the United States will spend 3.5 billion on new F-47 fighter planes.

The U.S. Department of Defense’s data, released at the conclusion of June 2025, showed that the United States reaffirmed its strategic commitment to air supremacy with a $3.5 billion...

Next-Gen Vehicle Protection Systems Receive US Army Investment

The US Army is spending $107.8 million on state-of-the-art protection systems for its tracked vehicles, enhancing the fleet’s survivability through cutting-edge technologies. The US Department of Defense’s fiscal 2026...

The US Army will receive light medium machine guns from FN America.

FN America has been given a $4.9 million contract to provide the US Army with its flagship M240L lightweight medium machine guns. The decision is based on the introduction...

European Client Orders DriX H-8 USVs from Exail

Exail has a contract to provide an unspecified European country with a fleet of five DriX H-8 uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs). The USV will be utilized for intelligence, surveillance,...