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November 26, 2024
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Pentagon and Lockheed Martin Strike Preliminary Agreement for Next Batch of F-35s

The Pentagon and Lockheed Martin have reached a preliminary agreement for the production of two additional lots (18 and 19) of F-35 Joint Strike Fighters. While a handshake deal...

November 26, 2024
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Boeing Secures $2.4 Billion US Air Force Contract for KC-46 Tankers

The Air Force has awarded Boeing a $2.4 billion contract for an additional 15 KC-46A Pegasus refueling tankers. This award, constituting the 11th lot of tankers, increases Boeing’s worldwide...

November 26, 2024
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India Eyes Acquisition of Russian Tu-160M Strategic Bombers

Russia has reportedly presented India with an offer to acquire its Tu-160M strategic bombers, famously known as the “White Swan,” a move that could significantly enhance the Indian Air...

November 22, 2024
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Romania, a NATO Member, Inks Agreement with US for F-35 Fighter Jets

Romania, a NATO member, has signed an agreement with Washington to acquire 32 F-35 fighter jets, marking an unprecedented expenditure for the country bordering Ukraine. This purchase, estimated at...

November 21, 2024
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Land Platforms

Anduril Secures $200 Million Contract for USMC’s MADIS Counter-UAS System

Anduril Industries has secured a $200-million contract to enhance the US Marine Corps’ Marine Air Defense Integrated System (MADIS) with its Anvil counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) solution. The company...

November 21, 2024
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Poland Takes Delivery of Final Two S-70i Helicopters from Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin, through its Polish segment PZL Mielec, has completed the delivery of all four S-70i medium transport/utility helicopters to the Polish Armed Forces, fulfilling a contract signed in...

November 21, 2024
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Land Platforms

Latvia Places Order for 56 More Patria Armored Vehicles

Latvia has awarded a contract to Finnish firm Patria for the construction and delivery of an additional 56 Patria armored personnel carriers (APCs), valued at over 60 million euros...

November 20, 2024
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Naval Platforms

US Navy Commissions 14th Freedom-Class Littoral Combat Ship

The US Navy has officially commissioned its 14th Freedom-class littoral combat ship, the USS Nantucket (LCS 27), during a ceremony in Boston, Massachusetts. This commissioning follows the vessel’s acceptance...

November 20, 2024
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Soldier Systems

US Coast Guard Taps Pennsylvania Company for Respiratory Protection Kits

MSA Safety has been awarded a $33-million contract to provide new respiratory protective solutions to the US Coast Guard. Under this agreement, the Pennsylvania-based company will supply its proprietary...

November 20, 2024
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Missile and Missile Defense

Northrop Delivers Stand-in Attack Weapon Test Missile to US Air Force

Northrop Grumman has delivered its Stand-in Attack Weapon (SiAW) test missile to the US Air Force, a weapon specifically designed to engage rapidly relocatable threats. This test missile will...