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December 3, 2024
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Unmanned Systems

Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Selects GA-ASI’s SeaGuardian UAV Following Extensive Trials

On December 3, 2024, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA-ASI) announced that the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) has selected the MQ-9B SeaGuardian for its Long Endurance Unmanned Aerial...

November 29, 2024
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Air Platforms

Possible setback for the IAF’s MRFA tender: projected rise in local production costs of $20–30 million per plane

The Medium Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) tender of the Indian Air Force (IAF), which has been eagerly anticipated and is intended to acquire 114 advanced fighter planes, is faced...

November 29, 2024
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Air Platforms

Proposes assistance in the production of India’s AMCA, and offers Gripen-E for MRFA.

Under its Medium Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) tender, the Swedish defense giant Saab has submitted a compelling proposal to the Indian Air Force (IAF), offering the Gripen-E fighter jet...

November 28, 2024
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Land Platforms

Otokar Wins Romanian Contract for Locally Produced COBRA II Armored Vehicles

Turkish land systems manufacturer Otokar has signed a multi-year contract with Romtehnica, on behalf of the Romanian Ministry of Defense, for the supply of 1,059 COBRA II 4×4 light...

November 28, 2024
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Land Platforms

Greek S-300 Air Defense Systems Could Join Armenia’s Arsenal Alongside Indian Akash, Pinaka

Greece is reportedly considering transferring an unknown number of its S-300 air defense systems to Armenia, which is actively pursuing a comprehensive military modernization program through new arms acquisitions....

November 27, 2024
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Weapons and Munition

Turkish Company Set to Launch Ammunition Manufacturing Facility in Pakistan

Turkish defense company Repkon has partnered with Pakistan’s Wah Industries Limited (WIL) to establish a production and filling line for 155mm artillery shells in Pakistan. This collaboration aims to...

November 27, 2024
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Naval Platforms

Israel Approves Acquisition of Advanced Corvettes and Hundreds of JLTVs

The Israeli government has approved the acquisition of next-generation corvettes and “hundreds” of Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTVs) to bolster its armed forces. The Israeli Ministry of Defense announced...

November 27, 2024
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Naval Platforms

US Coast Guard Awards Polar Icebreaker Contract to Louisiana Shipbuilder

The US Coast Guard has awarded Offshore Service Vessels LLC a $125-million contract for a commercially available icebreaker ship to support its polar missions. Under this agreement, the Louisiana-based...

November 26, 2024
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Air Platforms

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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Air Platforms

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...