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June 26, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Additive manufacturing speeds UK submarine support

The Royal Navy is improving submarine readiness by introducing advanced 3D-printing technology that enables replacement components to be manufactured directly at naval bases. The new capability reduces maintenance delays,...

June 26, 2026
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Land Platforms

British Army receives 100th Boxer vehicle

The British Army has taken delivery of its 100th domestically built Boxer armored vehicle, marking another important milestone in its long-term military modernization program. Designed for rapid troop transport,...

June 25, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Arkansas facility to power future PAC-3 missiles

L3Harris is investing in next-generation manufacturing capabilities to accelerate production of propulsion systems for the PAC-3 missile program. Advanced automation, artificial intelligence, and expanded production infrastructure will improve manufacturing...

June 24, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Patria Radar Tracks Up to 500 Targets

Finnish defense company Patria has unveiled a new passive radar solution capable of tracking up to 500 incoming projectiles simultaneously without emitting detectable signals. The system leverages Passive Coherent...

June 24, 2026
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Land Platforms

Army Software Enables Mobile Drone Defense

The US Army has introduced a new fire control software package designed to improve the effectiveness of vehicle-mounted weapons against moving drones. Derived from technologies developed for the Future...

June 24, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

HENSOLDT Develops Portable Navigation Jammer

German defense company HENSOLDT has introduced SkyBarrier, a mobile electronic warfare system developed to disrupt major global satellite navigation networks. The jammer is designed to protect military units and...

June 24, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Lockheed Wins $8.4B PrSM Production Deal

The US Army has awarded Lockheed Martin an $8.4-billion contract modification to expand production of the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) Increment 1 program. The adjustment raises the overall contract...

June 24, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

India Advances Stealth Carrier Combat Drone

India has unveiled plans for a carrier-capable Naval Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (NUCAV), marking a significant advancement in the country’s naval aviation modernization strategy. Derived from the indigenous Ghatak...

June 23, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

First IRIS-T SLM Delivery Strengthens Estonia’s Layered Air Defense

The Estonian Air Defence Wing has officially received its first IRIS-T SLM air defense system from Diehl Defence at Ämari Air Base, strengthening the country’s ability to counter a...

June 23, 2026
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Land Platforms

New Teledyne Sensor Suite Enhances Vehicle Awareness on the Battlefield

A new generation of vehicle vision technology has been introduced by Teledyne FLIR Defense through its integrated 360-degree situational awareness suite, which combines three high-definition sensing systems for enhanced...