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September 8, 2025
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Naval Base Washington Adds Full-Service Vehicle Hub

A $22.8 million contract has been awarded to Absher Construction Company for the development of a new Armored Fighting Vehicle (AFV) support facility at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor, Washington. The...

Robotican Drone Designed for Covert Indoor Strikes

Robotican has presented a new variant of its ROOSTER hybrid drone system, introducing strike capabilities to a platform previously centered on reconnaissance. The addition of precision-guided functionality allows the...

September 8, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
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TKMS Works With India on Next-Gen Naval Solutions

German defense shipbuilder Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) has deepened its engagement with India through new agreements focused on the joint development of naval armaments and anti-submarine warfare technology. These...

China Unveils JL-3 Sub-Launched Nuke Missile

The People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) showcased the JL-3 submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) for the first time at Beijing’s Victory Day parade, marking a pivotal step in China’s nuclear...

September 7, 2025
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Naval Platforms
New Product Launches

Venezuela Deploys Iranian Missile Boats

Venezuela has reportedly fielded Iranian Peykaap III fast attack craft in its Caribbean waters, sparking regional defense concerns. A video online shows the small, high-speed vessels maneuvering, though independent...

September 7, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
New Product Launches

USAF Starts Falcon Peak Drone Defense Trials

NORAD and U.S. Northern Command have initiated “Falcon Peak,” one of the largest counter-UAS exercises ever held in the U.S. Taking place at Eglin AFB until Sept. 19, 2025,...

US Army Vehicle Gets Counter-Drone Laser

The U.S. Army has taken delivery of its first two mobile Laser Weapon Systems (LWS) developed under the AMP-HEL program, integrating AeroVironment’s LOCUST 20kW laser onto GM Defense’s Infantry...

September 5, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

Auterion Nemyx Links Drone Fleets With AI

Auterion has introduced “Nemyx,” a system allowing drones from different makers to operate as one coordinated swarm. Powered by AuterionOS, it enables multi-drone operations with AI-driven targeting, reducing operator...

September 5, 2025
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Naval Platforms
New Product Launches

Leidos Debuts Sea Dagger for UK Autonomy

Leidos has unveiled the “Sea Dagger,” a 40-knot insertion craft for the Royal Navy’s modernization program. Designed with modular systems, it supports commando teams, vehicles, and offboard platforms over...

September 5, 2025
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Air Platforms
R&D

F-35 Block 4 Upgrade Delayed to 2031

The GAO has reported that the F-35 Block 4 upgrade is delayed to at least 2031, with costs exceeding estimates by $6 billion. Scope reductions are planned, and the...