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June 4, 2025
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Air Platforms

NH90 Helicopters in New Zealand Receive Technology Upgrades for Enhanced Operation

The Royal New Zealand Air Force has implemented a wide-ranging upgrade for its NH90 fleet, enhancing both software and avionics systems to strengthen operational performance and safety standards. The...

June 4, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

Raytheon Secures Multi-Year SPY-6 Radar Contract Worth $536M for US Navy

Raytheon has signed a $536-million contract with the U.S. Navy for the deployment and support of SPY-6 radar technology across the fleet. The contract provides for training, installation, software...

June 4, 2025
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Air Platforms

Thailand Picks Sweden’s Gripen Over U.S. F-16 in Fighter Jet Deal Worth $500M

In a notable shift, Thailand has selected Sweden’s Gripen E/F fighters for its air force upgrade, signing off on a $500 million purchase for four jets in the first...

June 4, 2025
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Air Platforms

Philippines Orders 12 More FA-50 Fighter Jets from KAI Following Jet Crash

South Korean defense firm KAI has confirmed a new contract with the Philippines for 12 FA-50 light combat jets, valued at $700 million. This follows a March incident where...

June 4, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Pentagon Allocates Billions to Strengthen Submarine Fleet

The Pentagon has selected six small businesses to support the construction of Virginia-class submarines under a newly signed $5-billion defense contract. This effort, led by the Defense Logistics Agency,...

June 3, 2025
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Air Platforms

New Trainer-Combat Aircraft Delivered to Hungary

Hungary’s defense modernization program has taken a step forward with the arrival of its first L-39 Skyfox training jets, delivered by Aero Vodochody. These aircraft landed at Kecskemét Air...

June 3, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Naval Engineering Deal: Rolls-Royce to Equip Canadian Ships

Rolls-Royce will supply marine propulsion and handling solutions for Canada’s River-class destroyer project under a new contract agreement. The company will outfit each of the first three ships with...

June 3, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Fast-Tracking Drone Advances: US Announces Project G.I.

To rapidly advance drone capabilities, the Pentagon has introduced Project G.I., a competitive program that challenges developers to deliver scalable, mission-ready UAS platforms. The project places emphasis on drones...

June 3, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

AI Drone Innovation: Ukraine Reveals Buntar-3

Ukraine’s drone arsenal continues to grow with the introduction of the Buntar-3, a cutting-edge reconnaissance UAV that does not rely on traditional GPS systems. Built by Buntar Aerospace, the...

June 3, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Greek Navy Expands as Naval Group Floats Out Frigate

At the Naval Group shipyard in Lorient, France, the third Kimon-class frigate for the Greek Navy—HS Formion (F-603)—was launched into the water. This critical development ushers in the final...