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Leidos Cruise Missile Gets USAF Tag

The US Air Force has formally designated Leidos’ Small Cruise Missile as the AGM-190A, officially recognizing it as an operational stand-off strike weapon. Also known as “Black Arrow,” the...

February 27, 2026
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Soldier Systems
New Product Launches

New Rheinmetall Network Connects Forces

German defense company Rheinmetall presented a network-centric warfare concept linking soldiers, support units, and distributed sensors. The approach centers on the Gladius Light soldier system and Smart Mobile Observation...

Jordan Cleared for US Ku-Band Radar

The US Department of State approved a potential $280 million foreign military sale to Jordan for Ku-band Multi-Function Radio Frequency Systems. The radars, supplied by RTX Missile Defense Technologies,...

Polish Firm Boosts Local Drone Output

Poland-based FlyFocus secured €4.5 million in its first institutional funding round to expand manufacturing capacity and research activities. The investment will fund a new production facility in Poland and...

February 27, 2026
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Land Platforms
R&D

4th Type 31 Frigate Construction Begins

At its Rosyth shipyard, Babcock International marked key milestones in the Royal Navy’s Type 31 Inspiration-class program, beginning construction of HMS Bulldog and completing assembly of HMS Active. The...

Norway Reveals Portable C2 System

US investment in loitering strike systems continues to expand. In 2023, AeroVironment sustained production of its Switchblade munitions, including the Switchblade 300 and Switchblade 600, broadening endurance and lethality...

Army Picks Textron for Drone Prototype

Textron Systems has entered a prototype agreement with the US Army to deliver its Damocles loitering munition under the Low Altitude Stalking and Strike Ordnance program. The company will...

February 26, 2026
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Soldier Systems
Procurement & Contracts

Germany Orders ELCAN Specter DR Sights

Germany has awarded RTX’s Raytheon ELCAN optical systems division a contract to supply a customized version of the Specter DR 1-4x weapon sight as part of its ongoing soldier...

February 26, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

Quantum Systems Launches MANDRILL UGV

German technology company Quantum Systems introduced its new MANDRILL unmanned ground vehicle during Enforce Tac 2026, showcasing a versatile robotic platform designed for multi-domain military operations. The UGV supports...

Pratt Invests $200M in Engine Facility

RTX subsidiary Pratt & Whitney has announced a $200-million investment to expand manufacturing capabilities at its Columbus, Georgia facility, aiming to meet growing demand for military and commercial aircraft...