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June 26, 2025
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The US Navy Begins Work on a 400kW Laser to Destroy Hypersonic Threats and Drones

“The US Navy has launched a $29.9 million initiative to create one of the most potent laser weapons ever seen on a ship. The goal of the initiative, called...

June 25, 2025
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Saab-Boeing Ground-Launched Bomb System to Receive Rocket Motors from Anduril

Anduril was selected by Saab to produce solid rocket motors for the Ground-Launched Small Diameter Bomb, developed with Boeing. These motors will replace the old systems and offer better...

June 25, 2025
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Canadian soldiers may use innovative battlefield technologies to identify laser-guided assaults.

Canadian defense company KWESST has received a contract to provide prototypes of its Battlefield Laser Detection System (BLDS), which alerts troops to laser-based threats, improving safety on modern battlefields.

June 20, 2025
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Order Placed for 25,000 Rounds of 40mm Ammunition from KNDS France.

Already operational within the French Army, 40mm telescoped ammunition is reaching a new stage of deployment. The French Procurement Agency has ordered 25,000 rounds, which will help military units...

June 20, 2025
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Saab Selects Anduril Rocket Motor Systems to Develop and Manufacture the SRM for the GLSDB Weapon System.

Saab, Inc. has chosen Anduril Rocket Motor Systems to handle the design, development, and eventual large-scale production of Solid Rocket Motors (SRMs) for the GLSDB weapon, a joint venture...

June 16, 2025
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First B61-13 Production Unit Finished Ahead of Planned Timeline

The first production unit of the B61-13 gravity bomb has been completed nearly a year ahead of schedule, marking a significant achievement for Sandia National Laboratories and the wider...

June 13, 2025
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Swedish Armed Forces Place New Order for BAE’s 155mm BONUS Precision Munitions

BAE Systems has secured a new supply contract for its BONUS precision-guided artillery shells, placed by the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration on behalf of the national armed forces. This...

June 13, 2025
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Rafael Reveals Iron Beam 450 With Larger Aperture for Long-Distance Defense

The Israeli defense firm Rafael has revealed the Iron Beam 450 — an advanced iteration of its laser weapon platform, outfitted with a wider 450mm beam director. The new...

June 10, 2025
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Washington Orders Additional VAMPIRE Units for Broader European Defense

The US has awarded L3Harris a fresh contract to supply additional VAMPIRE anti-drone systems as part of its efforts to support allied European forces. The new order expands on...

June 10, 2025
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UK’s Next-Gen Air Defense System Could Be Delivered by Northrop and Marshall

Northrop Grumman and Marshall are collaborating to offer a domestic solution for the British Army’s new GBAD requirement. The proposed system would integrate UK-sourced technology to align with Ministry...