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June 18, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

AV and UAS Denmark Form Strategic Alliance to Strengthen Allied UAS Capabilities in Europe.

AeroVironment, Inc. has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Hans Christian Andersen Airport in Odense, Denmark, which hosts the UAS Denmark Test Center. This agreement...

June 18, 2025
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Air Platforms

Airbus Collaborates with Singapore to Explore Crewed-Uncrewed Teaming Using the H225M.

Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) has entered into an agreement with Airbus Helicopters to develop crewed-uncrewed teaming capabilities involving the RSAF’s H225M Medium Lift helicopter and Airbus...

June 18, 2025
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Air Platforms

Avio Aero Teams Up with Safran and MTU Aero Engines to Develop Power Solutions for Europe’s Next-Generation Military Helicopters.

Safran Helicopter Engines, MTU Aero Engines, and Avio Aero—three leading engine specialists—have joined forces to bolster European sovereignty. The companies plan to develop the ENGHE (European Next Generation Helicopter...

June 18, 2025
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Air Platforms

Sikorsky and CAE Introduce Digital Magnetic Anomaly Detection Capability to MH-60R Maritime Helicopters.

Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, and CAE, a global leader in training and simulation, are partnering to deliver the CAE Magnetic Anomaly Detection-Extended Role (MAD-XR) system for installation on...

June 18, 2025
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Air Platforms

Airbus and Leonardo to Initiate NH90 Block 2 Studies Following NAHEMA’s Request.

Airbus Helicopters and Leonardo are collaborating on an architecture study to establish the foundation for the NH90’s long-term evolution, known as Block 2, in response to a request from...

June 17, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Thales and Boreal Collaborate to Develop Long-Range Loitering Munitions.

France and NATO Prepare for New Long-Range Loitering Munition Capability The new long-range loitering munition (MTO-LP) is being developed to meet the operational demands of France and NATO allies....

June 17, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Kongsberg and Safran Extend Partnership Agreement for NSM Propulsion Systems.

Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace and Safran Power Units have officially renewed their long-standing cooperation agreement for the propulsion of the Naval Strike Missile (NSM), strengthening their successful partnership. As...

June 17, 2025
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Cybersecurity

Air Force and DARPA Partner to Accelerate Cyber Resilience and Fortify Cyber Defenses.

A highly capable military requires advanced, resilient software to power the weapons and systems that U.S. warfighters rely on. However, the Department of Defense (DoD) continues to depend on...

June 17, 2025
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Air Platforms

Lockheed Martin and KAI Strengthen Strategic Partnership.

Lockheed Martin and Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on June 17 at the 2025 Paris Air Show, aiming to broaden their longstanding collaboration. The...

June 16, 2025
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Land Platforms

Lockheed Martin Demonstrates Joint Integrated Fires in U.S. Army Exercise.

During the Balikatan 2025 military exercise, Lockheed Martin and the U.S. Army showcased a virtual demonstration of joint integrated fires, connecting current and emerging technologies for the first time...