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April 30, 2026
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US troop support contract for Leidos

Leidos will continue operating Military OneSource, a key support platform for US military families. The program offers round-the-clock counseling, relocation help, career support for spouses, and financial guidance. Serving...

April 29, 2026
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Vuzix Wins Military Display Contract

Vuzix has secured a new development contract from an undisclosed aerospace and defense client to advance a waveguide-based display system designed for military applications. The project focuses on a...

April 28, 2026
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Rheinmetall Wins $1.2B Soldier Kit Deal

Germany has awarded Rheinmetall Electronics a contract worth 1.04 billion euros ($1.2 billion) for additional Infantry Soldier of the Future – Enhanced System kits, known as IdZ-ES. The order...

April 23, 2026
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US Army Starts New Combat Role Trial

The US Army has launched a new Combat Field Test designed to better measure the physical demands required in frontline combat specialties. Beginning this month, the assessment applies to...

April 14, 2026
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US Army Awards $465M Night Vision Deal

L3Harris Technologies has been selected by the US Army to deliver its next-generation binocular night-vision system under a contract worth up to $465 million. The award supports the Binocular...

April 1, 2026
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IDF Receives X95 Micro-TAVOR Rifles

Israel Weapon Industries, part of SK Group, has delivered thousands of X95 Micro-TAVOR rifles to the Israel Defense Forces, reinforcing infantry capabilities across multiple combat roles. The X95, already...

March 25, 2026
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Germany Receives Steyr GL-40 Launchers

The German Armed Forces have begun taking delivery of GL-40 grenade launchers from Austrian manufacturer Steyr Arms, marking progress under an expanded procurement agreement linked to a 2024 contract....

March 25, 2026
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LIG Nex1, Palantir Expand UAE Ties

LIG Nex1 and Palantir Technologies have entered into a strategic partnership to develop integrated air defense systems and unmanned platforms for the United Arab Emirates. The collaboration combines LIG...

March 24, 2026
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Zen Secures MoD Deal, Grows With AI

Zen Technologies is transforming into a full-spectrum defense solutions provider by integrating AI, robotics, and counter-UAS technologies. Through acquisitions of specialized firms, it has expanded into unmanned systems and...

March 23, 2026
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Elbit to Supply HUDs for Black Hawk, Chinook

Elbit Systems America has secured a $49.9 million contract from the US Army to deliver heads-up display technology for Black Hawk and Chinook helicopters. The HUD system enables pilots...