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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...

September 8, 2025
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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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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...

September 7, 2025
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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,...

September 7, 2025
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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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Poland Buys US GBU-39B Bombs for F-35, F-16

At MSPO 2025, Poland signed a $120M deal with the US for GBU-39/B Small Diameter Bombs. Deliveries by 2028 will arm F-35As and F-16s with precision-guided weapons offering extended...

September 4, 2025
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US Army Receives First Laser Counter-Drone Arms

AV has handed over the first two prototypes of its LOCUST mobile counter-drone laser weapon system (LWS) to the US Army, marking a significant milestone in directed-energy warfare. This...

September 4, 2025
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China Reveals Laser Weapon With Naval Potential

China has publicly displayed its LY-1 high-energy laser weapon for the first time during a large-scale military parade in Beijing, signaling advances in directed-energy warfare. The LY-1, mounted on...

September 2, 2025
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Saab Debuts Nimbrix Missile for Drone Swarms

Saab has presented Nimbrix, its debut missile built to counter drones, particularly small aerial threats. The fire-and-forget system uses an active seeker and a warhead with airburst ability to...

September 2, 2025
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Kalashnikov Launches Initial AM-17 Rifles

Russia’s Kalashnikov Concern has produced its first batch of AM-17 rifles, chambered in 5.45mm, after combat evaluation in Ukraine. Lightweight at 2.5kg and foldable under 50cm, the weapon delivers...