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June 4, 2025
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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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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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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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South Korea to Use Rolls-Royce Engines in $3B Ulsan-Class Frigate Program

Under Seoul’s $3 billion naval expansion, Rolls-Royce has been selected to provide the propulsion systems for the upcoming fleet of Ulsan-class frigates, which will total six vessels. The MT30...

June 3, 2025
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Spain Accepts New NH90 Transport Helicopters

Airbus has completed the first delivery of its NH90 Tactical Transport Helicopters to the Spanish Navy, providing two aircraft designed for amphibious and naval tactical operations. This is the...

June 3, 2025
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Modular BvS10 Vehicles Offered for Italian Use

BAE Systems Hägglunds and Iveco Defence Vehicles have teamed up through a new memorandum of understanding to offer the BvS10 tracked armored vehicle to Italy’s military. The collaboration outlines...

June 3, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Military Sniper Units to Receive Latest Norwegian Optics

In a move to upgrade its sniper capabilities, Norway has contracted Bertel O. Steen Defence & Security for next-gen optics. The deal, worth 92 million NOK ($9 million), includes...

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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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 2, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Poland’s Defense Upgrade Includes 120mm Tank Munitions

The Polish Ministry of Defense has finalized a major ammunition procurement deal with Mesko, a subsidiary of PGZ, valued at nearly $40 million. This agreement will supply thousands of...