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March 25, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

L3Harris Boosts VAMPIRE Output

L3Harris Technologies has initiated high-volume production of its VAMPIRE counter-drone system at its Huntsville facility, responding to growing global demand for flexible air defense solutions. The system’s modular, vehicle-agnostic...

March 24, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

C-UAS Production Ramps Up in Europe

Alpine Eagle is expanding its production capabilities for the Sentinel counter-UAS platform as demand for anti-drone solutions grows. A new facility near Munich will focus on interceptor manufacturing, while...

March 24, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Estonia-Poland Defense Tie-Up Strengthens

Milrem Robotics has partnered with Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa to jointly develop next-generation unmanned systems. The agreement emphasizes R&D, production, and lifecycle support, aiming to strengthen industrial ties and enhance...

March 24, 2026
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Naval Platforms

First Live SPY-7 Test for Aegis Vessels

The Missile Defense Agency has completed a major milestone by testing the SPY-7 radar against live targets, supporting its deployment on Japan’s ASEV warships. Working with Lockheed Martin and...

March 24, 2026
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Air Platforms

DRDO LRASSCM Boosts Strike Capability

DRDO is advancing a supersonic cruise missile program aimed at boosting India’s stand-off strike capabilities. Designed for integration with the Su-30MKI, the LRASSCM offers high-speed precision targeting with extended...

March 24, 2026
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Air Platforms

New Aerial C-UAS System Planned

Defence India Startup Challenge 14 is encouraging development of airborne counter-drone solutions for helicopters. The Indian Army aims to deploy systems that detect and disrupt UAV threats using advanced...

March 24, 2026
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Air Platforms

Bhaumi Stand-Off Weapon Enters Testing

DRDO is advancing the Bhaumi air-to-surface weapon, a long-range system designed for high-impact strikes. Integrated with the Su-30MKI, it targets strategic infrastructure from safe distances. The weapon strengthens India’s...

March 22, 2026
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Air Platforms

E-2D Hawkeye: Eye in the Sky

The E-2D Advanced Hawkeye serves as a critical airborne command-and-control platform for modern naval operations, extending situational awareness far beyond the fleet. Developed as an evolution of earlier Hawkeye...

March 20, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Talon IQ Flies With Shield AI Hivemind

Northrop Grumman’s Talon IQ testbed has successfully completed a flight demonstration using Shield AI’s Hivemind autonomy system, showcasing advanced mission capabilities. During the test, Hivemind controlled the aircraft to...

March 20, 2026
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Air Platforms

US Army Tests 1,300-Mile Aviation Ops

US Army aviation units stationed in South Korea have demonstrated long-range operational capability during the Talon Reach exercise, successfully flying over 1,300 miles before executing a simulated island assault...