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July 27, 2026
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Naval Platforms

ST Engineering Launches Singapore Navy’s Second Victory-Class Multi-Role Combat Vessel

ST Engineering has launched the Republic of Singapore Navy’s second Victory-class Multi-Role Combat Vessel (MRCV), RSS Valour (89), at its Benoi Shipyard. The vessel is the second of six...

July 27, 2026
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Land Platforms

US Army Awards Five Companies Contracts for Autonomous Tactical Logistics Vehicle Prototypes

The US Army has awarded contracts to five companies to develop prototype medium-sized autonomous robotic platforms designed to support tactical logistics missions. AM General, American Rheinmetall, Carnegie Robotics, HDT...

July 26, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

India-France Rafale deal faces IPR challenges

India and France continue to work toward finalizing an expanded Rafale fighter agreement while discussions increasingly focus on technology sharing and indigenous capability development. Alongside aircraft production, both sides...

July 26, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

New portable C-UAS targets high-altitude threats

Zen Technologies has unveiled a new portable counter-drone solution designed specifically for troops operating in high-altitude and challenging battlefield environments. Lightweight and highly mobile, the system combines advanced radio-frequency...

July 25, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Successful trial confirms Kusha M1 performance

India’s indigenous Project Kusha continues to make steady progress as engineers advance the country’s next generation of long-range air defense technology. Recent testing demonstrated encouraging performance from one of...

July 25, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Counter-drone system enters final trial stage

India is moving closer to fielding a new indigenous counter-drone weapon as Solar Defence and Aerospace advances the Bhargavastra system toward operational readiness. Developed to defeat swarms of drones...

July 25, 2026
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Air Platforms

New partnership targets next-gen vertical lift

Sikorsky and Safran Helicopter Engines are strengthening their long-standing partnership by exploring advanced propulsion technologies that will power the future of vertical lift aviation. The collaboration seeks to accelerate...

July 24, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Naval Group selects Saft for Li-ion batteries

Naval Group has selected Saft to provide advanced lithium-ion battery technology for future Barracuda and Scorpene submarines, marking another important step in the evolution of underwater naval capabilities. Compared...

July 24, 2026
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Air Platforms

$1.2B deal adds three E-2D Hawkeye aircraft

Northrop Grumman will deliver three additional E-2D Advanced Hawkeye Block II aircraft to the US Navy as part of its continuing effort to modernize carrier-based airborne surveillance capabilities. Often...

July 24, 2026
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Air Platforms