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Angola’s Multi-Mission Warship Debuts

The first BR71 MK II Combattante corvette for the Angolan Navy has been launched in France through a partnership between EDGE Group and CMN Naval. Named NRA Ekuikui II,...

March 11, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
R&D

US Artillery Output Boosted by Hanwha

A new industrial partnership between Hanwha Defense USA and UNION Technologies seeks to increase production of 155-millimeter artillery ammunition components in the United States. The initiative is intended to...

March 11, 2026
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Air Platforms
New Product Launches

Sikorsky, Robinson Reveal Remote Cargo Helo

A new autonomous helicopter concept called the R66 TURBINETRUCK is being developed by Sikorsky in collaboration with Robinson Helicopter Company. The design removes the cockpit and crew stations, creating...

March 11, 2026
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Soldier Systems
R&D

New STORM 2 System Protects Troops From UAVs

The STORM 2 system developed by Thales offers a portable solution for countering drone threats on the battlefield. Designed to be worn by individual soldiers, the device is extremely...

March 11, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

Pentagon Tests Laser Counter-UAS Weapon

A collaborative experiment between the US military and the Federal Aviation Administration has examined the use of high-energy laser systems for counter-drone operations. Conducted at White Sands Missile Range,...

March 11, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

P-3C Modernization Planned for Portugal

Canada and Portugal have entered into a modernization agreement for five P-3C Orion maritime patrol aircraft used by the Portuguese Air Force. The 39-million-dollar project will be overseen by...

Indra Leads $10.5M Defense Electronics Push

Indra Group has launched an initiative to build Spain’s first domestic ecosystem for gallium nitride technology, aiming to strengthen the country’s capabilities in advanced defense electronics and communications systems....

March 10, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

US Navy Picks Mobix for Shipboard Comms

The US Navy has expanded production of secure communications hardware supplied by Mobix Labs to support its surface fleet and ensure reliable network connectivity during maritime operations. The continued...

March 10, 2026
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Naval Platforms
Mergers & JV

Hanwha Teams With Canada on Patrol Sub

South Korean shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean has signed five industry teaming agreements and three memoranda of understanding with Canadian companies and universities to support development work related to the Canadian...

GE Aerospace Invests $1B in US Manufacturing

GE Aerospace has announced plans to invest $1 billion across its US manufacturing facilities and supplier network to strengthen defense production capabilities, boost aircraft engine output, and accelerate delivery...