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Fincantieri Wins $30M Landing Ship Deal

The US Navy has awarded Fincantieri Marine Group a $30-million contract to begin the first phase of its Medium Landing Ship program. The award funds long-lead materials and engineering...

April 16, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

India Develops New Submarine Coating

India is strengthening naval self-reliance through indigenous production of specialized submarine rubber tiles used to enhance underwater stealth. These advanced synthetic tiles are fixed to submarine hulls and help...

Northrop wins $475M US hypersonic defense deal

In modern warfare, speed is everything—and hypersonic missiles are redefining just how fast threats can travel. To stay ahead, the US is investing heavily in a solution designed to...

UK Navy extends Babcock ship support contract

Behind every powerful warship and training aircraft lies a network of support systems that keep them mission-ready. Babcock International plays a key role in this unseen but vital domain,...

Seoul plans massive 11K drone training program

The future of warfare is increasingly unmanned—and South Korea is preparing its forces accordingly. With plans to acquire thousands of drones, the military is transforming how soldiers train and...

Ukraine boosts air defense with $3.7B Patriots

In a conflict where every second counts, air defense systems can mean the difference between safety and destruction. The Patriot missile system has become a critical shield for Ukraine,...

6 German submarines get Indra radar upgrades

Beneath the silent depths of the North Atlantic, a new generation of submarines is taking shape—and they’re smarter, more connected, and more capable than ever before. Indra’s latest agreement...

Italy adds Tritone multi-role naval vessel

Imagine a ship that can evolve with every mission—that’s exactly what the Italian Navy’s Tritone represents. Delivered by Fincantieri, this multi-purpose support vessel is designed not just for today’s...

April 15, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Rafale deal may include Astra-2, BrahMos-NG

India isn’t just buying fighter jets—it’s redefining control over its air power. As talks with Dassault Aviation progress, the focus has shifted from procurement to independence. The goal? Equip...

April 15, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

India’s IMRH helicopter adopts new rotor system

Designing a helicopter isn’t just about making it fly—it’s about making it reliable under pressure. HAL’s upcoming IMRH takes a bold step by switching to a five-bladed articulated rotor...