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December 16, 2025
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Land Platforms

KNDS Delivers Full Leopard 2A7HU Fleet

Hungary has finalized its Leopard 2A7HU acquisition, completing deliveries under a wide-ranging armored modernization effort. The advanced tanks, supported by artillery, engineering, and recovery vehicles, mark a decisive shift...

December 16, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Germany-Ukraine Partnership Boosts Drone Output

A new German-Ukrainian joint venture will significantly scale drone production for Ukraine’s armed forces, reflecting the central role of UAVs in modern warfare. Backed by a €100-million investment, the...

December 16, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Thales Launches Next-Gen Compact Sonar

Sonar 76Nano represents Thales’ push to democratize high-end undersea sensing by making advanced sonar available to unmanned and smaller platforms. Featuring AI-assisted processing and open-architecture design, the system improves...

December 16, 2025
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Soldier Systems

Rheinmetall Wins $152M German Headset Deal

Rheinmetall has secured a major follow-on order to supply advanced communication headsets to the Bundeswehr, enhancing both hearing safety and tactical coordination. The SmG systems integrate seamlessly with modern...

December 16, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Canada Selects Lockheed SPY-7 Radar Systems

The US Department of Defense has awarded Lockheed Martin a contract to support Canada’s acquisition of SPY-7 AESA radars, reinforcing Ottawa’s naval modernization plans. Known for its modular, software-upgradable...

December 16, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

M-tron Secures RF Components Contract

A new $20-million production award positions M-tron Industries as a key supplier to a major US air-defense effort. The contract extends the company’s long-standing role in providing RF filters...

December 16, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Northrop Demos Anti-Mine Sonar on Drone Boat

The US Navy has validated Northrop Grumman’s AN/AQS-24 sonar in an uncrewed configuration, proving it can be effectively deployed from a drone vessel for mine countermeasures. The rapid transition...

December 16, 2025
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Soldier Systems

Theon Secures Major NVG Contract With Germany

OCCAR has awarded a historic night-vision procurement to the Theon-Hensoldt team, ordering tens of thousands of Mikron NVGs for German and Belgian forces. The deal expands an ongoing multinational...

December 15, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Northrop Introduces AiON Counter-UAS Solution

AiON represents Northrop Grumman’s latest effort to address the rapidly evolving drone threat landscape. By combining AI, automation, and modular design, the system enables faster detection and response while...

December 15, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

HII Advances ROMULUS Autonomous Vessel Program

HII’s ROMULUS program reflects the US Navy’s growing emphasis on large, autonomous surface vessels capable of sustained operations. Built with an open architecture, ROMULUS can integrate evolving sensors, weapons,...