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August 22, 2025
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Land Platforms

S. Korea Exports 20 K9s to Vietnam

South Korea’s Hanwha Aerospace has finalized a $250-million agreement with Vietnam to supply 20 K9 self-propelled howitzers, marking Seoul’s first-ever arms export to Hanoi. The deal, managed through the...

August 21, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Army Looks for Ground Drone for Brigade Support

The US Army seeks prototypes for a ground robotic vehicle to aid Brigade Combat Teams. The system must carry over 2,200 lbs, navigate diverse terrains, and operate both autonomously...

August 21, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Grid Aero Unveils Long-Range Heavy Cargo Drone

Grid Aero unveiled its Lifter-Lite cargo drone, capable of transporting heavy loads over long ranges. Developed in six months, the AI-enabled drone blends flexibility and scale, supporting supply missions...

August 21, 2025
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Air Platforms

Sikorsky Wins $43M to Upgrade Army Black Hawks

Sikorsky has secured a $43M contract to modernize US Army Black Hawk helicopters. The upgrade focuses on digital integration, payload expansion, and autonomy-readiness. Future plans include AI-driven flight control...

August 21, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

US OKs 160 Javelin Missiles Sale to Australia

The US has approved a $97.3M deal for Australia to procure 161 Javelin LWCLU launchers, training systems, and support equipment. Lighter and more advanced than prior units, these launchers...

August 21, 2025
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Air Platforms

NZ to Buy $1.6B Sub-Hunting Helicopters, Aircraft

New Zealand will acquire five MH-60R Seahawk helicopters and two Airbus A321XLR aircraft in a $1.57B deal. The helicopters come armed with torpedoes, Hellfire missiles, and advanced systems, replacing...

August 21, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Dutch Navy Gets Blueye Underwater Drones

Blueye Robotics, with Dutch partner RVI Tools, will deliver advanced underwater ROVs to the Royal Netherlands Navy after winning a competitive tender. These systems, tailored for engineers and mine...

August 20, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

Raytheon, Diehl to Co-Produce Stinger Parts

US firm Raytheon and Germany’s Diehl Defence will jointly produce key Stinger missile components in Europe. The MANPADS, out of production for 20 years, saw renewed demand due to...

August 20, 2025
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Land Platforms

Lithuania Acquires Israeli Spike LR2 Missiles

The Lithuanian Armed Forces received Spike LR2 anti-tank missiles from Rafael under a €6M contract. The missiles integrate with Vilkas Boxer IFVs equipped with Samson Mk II remote weapon...

August 20, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Turkey Unveils TF-2000 Destroyer Design

Turkish contractor ASFAT revealed the TF-2000, Turkey’s first indigenous air and missile defense destroyer. Developed under the MILGEM program, the 149-meter vessel features layered protection against guided and ballistic...