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May 28, 2026
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Land Platforms
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New Thales optical shield for armored vehicles

The UK’s Defence Science and Technology Laboratory has selected Thales and QinetiQ to explore next-generation soft-kill protection systems for military vehicles. The program aims to develop advanced electro-optic countermeasures...

May 28, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

F-35-MQ-20 drone teamwork tested successfully

The US Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft initiative has taken another step forward after General Atomics demonstrated communication and control links between an F-35 fighter and the MQ-20 Avenger...

Germany awards $1.18B logistics vehicle contract

Germany has awarded Rheinmetall a billion-euro contract to deliver over 2,000 tactical logistics vehicles for the Bundeswehr as part of an ongoing fleet modernization initiative. Based on the HX...

Poland receives Cubic data link system

Poland is enhancing its airborne intelligence and reconnaissance capability through a partnership between Raytheon and Cubic Secure Communications for advanced Common Data Link systems. The technology will support the...

May 27, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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Greece selects Thales for frigate upgrades

Thales will modernize Greece’s Hydra-class frigates with advanced radar, combat management, and fire-control technologies designed to improve naval situational awareness and operational readiness. The upgraded systems will strengthen the...

Alabama missile production gets funding

The US government has increased investment in AeroVironment’s Freedom Eagle-1 counter-drone missile program to boost production capacity and support future deployment needs. The interceptor is designed to neutralize both...

Armed forces modernization plan unveiled

New Delhi’s Defence Forces Vision 2047 strategy outlines a phased military reform plan focused on integration, modernization, and indigenous capability development. The roadmap prioritizes joint force structures, advanced training,...

Europe awards modernization deal to Elbit

Elbit Systems continues expanding its presence in Europe after winning a multi-billion-dollar modernization contract covering advanced battlefield technologies and precision strike systems. The package includes electronic warfare capabilities, reconnaissance...

May 27, 2026
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Land Platforms
Mergers & JV

Netherlands advances EU defense bid

The Dutch government has formally launched the process to join OCCAR as part of broader efforts to deepen European defense cooperation and improve military interoperability. The organization coordinates multinational...

May 26, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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Scorpene submarine plan enters next stage

PT PAL has entered the pre-production phase for Indonesia’s locally built Scorpene-class submarines, supporting Jakarta’s broader push to modernize its maritime defense industry. The upgraded submarines will use advanced...