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April 13, 2026
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Land Platforms

Finland Orders 112 More K9 Howitzers

Finland has signed a government-to-government agreement with South Korea to acquire an additional 112 K9 Thunder self-propelled howitzers, further strengthening its long-range artillery capabilities. The deal, valued at approximately...

April 13, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Rheinmetall Expands Into Cruise Missiles

Rheinmetall has announced plans to enter the cruise missile sector through a partnership with Dutch defense firm Destinus, marking a significant expansion of its capabilities in precision strike systems....

April 13, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

HENSOLDT UK Wins 50 Coastal Radar Deal

HENSOLDT UK has secured two contracts with SRT Marine Systems to deliver 50 advanced coastal surveillance radar systems, strengthening maritime domain awareness for national monitoring networks. The radars will...

April 13, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Rheinmetall Picks Theon for $47M FCS Deal

Rheinmetall has selected Theon Sensors to supply a stabilized electro-optical (EO) solution for its CT25 turret fire control system, marking a significant enhancement in armored vehicle targeting capabilities. The...

April 9, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Kongsberg Deal Supports Naval Programs

India is modernizing its naval fleet with advanced propulsion technology through a deal with Kongsberg Maritime. The new missile vessels will use Kamewa waterjets, which provide faster speeds, better...

April 9, 2026
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Air Platforms

New Helicopters Delivered for Army Ops

The British Army is boosting its operational flexibility in Brunei with the arrival of new Jupiter HC Mk2 helicopters, derived from the Airbus H145. These versatile aircraft are designed...

April 9, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

New Tech Enhances Threat Detection Range

India is enhancing its battlefield awareness with the Rajak ULR 50, a powerful surveillance system capable of detecting threats at impressive distances. Using advanced electro-optical technology, the system can...

April 9, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Dutch Boost Air Defense Arsenal

The Netherlands is strengthening its national defense by investing in additional Patriot air defense systems from Raytheon. The purchase comes after the country contributed equipment to Ukraine, creating a...

April 9, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Lithium Tech Deal Supports Future Submarines

A new partnership between Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems and E3 Lithium is highlighting the growing role of advanced battery technology in naval warfare. By sourcing lithium locally, the companies aim...

April 9, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

New Comms-Enabled Tethered UAV System

A new partnership between Red Cat Holdings and Arastelle Drone Solutions is pushing the boundaries of drone capabilities. By combining autonomous flight with tethered power systems, the collaboration enables...