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May 15, 2026
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Communication and Electronics
R&D

L3Harris Adds AI to Tactical Radios

L3Harris has introduced Wraith Shield, a software-based upgrade that transforms tactical radios into AI-enabled counter-drone sensing systems capable of detecting small aerial threats through radio frequency analysis. The technology...

Core Systems Supplies Army C2 Computers

Core Systems has won a contract to supply its ATMOS2 ruggedized tactical computers for the US Army’s Command and Control-Now (C2NOW) initiative, part of the broader Next Generation Command...

May 15, 2026
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Land Platforms
R&D

Meet the M1301 Infantry Squad Vehicle

The M1301 Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV) was developed for the US Army to deliver rapid troop mobility for infantry brigade combat teams operating in demanding environments. Unlike traditional armored...

Advanced NVG Production Awarded to Elbit

Elbit Systems has secured a major US Army contract valued at $212 million for the continued production of Enhanced Night Vision Goggle-Binocular systems, supporting modernization efforts for frontline soldier...

New Submarine, Drone Pact Signed

Swedish defense company Saab and Poland’s PGZ have agreed to deepen cooperation across multiple naval defense sectors, including submarines, underwater technologies, and autonomous maritime systems. The partnership outlines plans...

3,000 Leidos Missiles Boost US Arsenal

Leidos has been selected by the Pentagon to support a large-scale procurement effort involving 3,000 low-cost containerized cruise missiles designed to expand the US military’s precision strike capabilities through...

May 14, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Barracuda-500M Production Set to Rise

Anduril Industries has secured a significant Pentagon contract aimed at rapidly expanding production of the Barracuda-500M containerized cruise missile, reflecting the US military’s growing emphasis on scalable and low-cost...

May 14, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

Diehl UGV Completes Spike LR Test

Diehl Defence has achieved a major milestone in unmanned combat vehicle development after its Ziesel UGV successfully conducted live launches of Spike LR guided missiles during an intensive multi-day...

May 14, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
Mergers & JV

Drone Sensor Pact Signed by Baykar

Safran and Baykar have formalized a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing drone technologies through cooperation on sensors, guided weapons, and navigation systems. A key aspect of the agreement involves...

Follow-On Chunmoo Deal Signed

Estonia is continuing to expand its long-range artillery and missile capabilities through a new procurement of additional K239 Chunmoo multiple launch rocket systems from South Korea. The latest acquisition...