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December 16, 2025
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Communication and Electronics
R&D

Northrop Demos Anti-Mine Sonar on Drone Boat

The US Navy has validated Northrop Grumman’s AN/AQS-24 sonar in an uncrewed configuration, proving it can be effectively deployed from a drone vessel for mine countermeasures. The rapid transition...

M-tron Secures RF Components Contract

A new $20-million production award positions M-tron Industries as a key supplier to a major US air-defense effort. The contract extends the company’s long-standing role in providing RF filters...

Canada Selects Lockheed SPY-7 Radar Systems

The US Department of Defense has awarded Lockheed Martin a contract to support Canada’s acquisition of SPY-7 AESA radars, reinforcing Ottawa’s naval modernization plans. Known for its modular, software-upgradable...

December 16, 2025
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Soldier Systems
Procurement & Contracts

Rheinmetall Wins $152M German Headset Deal

Rheinmetall has secured a major follow-on order to supply advanced communication headsets to the Bundeswehr, enhancing both hearing safety and tactical coordination. The SmG systems integrate seamlessly with modern...

Thales Launches Next-Gen Compact Sonar

Sonar 76Nano represents Thales’ push to democratize high-end undersea sensing by making advanced sonar available to unmanned and smaller platforms. Featuring AI-assisted processing and open-architecture design, the system improves...

December 16, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
Mergers & JV

Germany-Ukraine Partnership Boosts Drone Output

A new German-Ukrainian joint venture will significantly scale drone production for Ukraine’s armed forces, reflecting the central role of UAVs in modern warfare. Backed by a €100-million investment, the...

December 16, 2025
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Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

KNDS Delivers Full Leopard 2A7HU Fleet

Hungary has finalized its Leopard 2A7HU acquisition, completing deliveries under a wide-ranging armored modernization effort. The advanced tanks, supported by artillery, engineering, and recovery vehicles, mark a decisive shift...

EOS Secures $80M Korea Laser Defense Contract

EOS has secured a major Asian export order for its 100-kW laser defense system, highlighting growing demand for directed-energy solutions against drones. Capable of rapid, low-cost engagements, the system...

December 15, 2025
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Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Dutch Army Buys Skyranger Systems vs Drone Threats

The Netherlands is significantly strengthening its ground-based air defense posture through a major acquisition of Rheinmetall’s Skyranger systems. Under the agreement, Rheinmetall Air Defence will deliver a fleet of...

December 15, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
Procurement & Contracts

Saronic Chosen to Build Navy Corsair ASVs

Saronic’s Corsair autonomous surface vessel has been selected by the US Navy under a $392-million contract aimed at accelerating the deployment of unmanned naval systems. The program aligns with...