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Cottonmouth ARV Enters Pre-Production Phase

Textron has been selected to develop next-generation reconnaissance vehicles for the US Marine Corps under a major pre-production agreement. The Cottonmouth platform offers flexibility through different configurations, including combat...

April 6, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
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Ramjet UAV Concept for High-Speed Strikes

India is exploring high-speed loitering drones equipped with ramjet propulsion to enhance strike capabilities. These systems operate faster than conventional drones, enabling them to evade defenses and reach targets...

New Investments Strengthen Drone Defense

Sweden is boosting its defense capabilities through new agreements with BAE Systems and Saab. The procurement includes advanced air defense and anti-drone solutions designed for flexibility and rapid deployment....

US Army Expands Artillery Manufacturing

BAE Systems has secured a contract from the US Army to accelerate production of key components for the M777 howitzer. The initiative responds to increased global demand and focuses...

April 6, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
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New Aerial Counter-UAV Capability in Development

Honeywell and Odys Aviation have jointly developed a next-generation airborne solution to counter drone threats over large areas. By combining the SAMURAI system with a VTOL aircraft, the platform...

Tech Aims to Limit Toxic Debris From Intercepts

Ducon Technologies has introduced innovative systems to address environmental hazards caused by missile interception activities. Its portfolio features advanced scrubbers that effectively eliminate harmful gases, along with filtration units...

April 5, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
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New Hypersonic Weapons Reshape Strategy

India is rapidly building powerful hypersonic weapons that can travel faster than sound at extreme speeds. Systems like Dhvani and other missiles can strike targets far away while avoiding...

April 5, 2026
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Naval Platforms
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