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May 1, 2026
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Land Platforms

Inside Australia’s Redback IFV program

The Redback IFV is a modern armored vehicle designed to enhance battlefield performance with advanced protection and firepower. Built for Australia’s army modernization program, it combines strong armor, smart...

May 1, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

AI radar to track hypersonic missiles

India is working on advanced radar systems to detect hypersonic missiles traveling at extremely high speeds. These missiles create a plasma layer that disrupts conventional tracking methods. The new...

April 30, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Next-gen GPS upgraded with Green Hills

Northrop Grumman is enhancing military aircraft navigation with its EGI-M system powered by Green Hills Software’s secure operating system. The system ensures reliable positioning even when GPS signals are...

April 30, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

MBDA, Safran advance THUNDART rocket

MBDA and Safran have rapidly advanced the THUNDART rocket from concept to successful testing. The system combines advanced propulsion and guidance technologies to deliver flexible strike capabilities. Its quick...

April 30, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Fincantieri to build ships for Albania

Fincantieri and Albania’s KAYO have partnered to boost naval shipbuilding and develop new vessels. The collaboration supports Albania’s defence modernization while creating opportunities for exports and industrial growth. It...

April 29, 2026
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Land Platforms

UK Restarts Ajax Armored Vehicle Tests

The UK Ministry of Defence has authorized the resumption of testing and acceptance activities for the Ajax armored fighting vehicle program after completing a detailed safety review. Trials had...

April 29, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

BAE Starts NavGuide GPS Production

BAE Systems has begun production and initial deliveries of its NavGuide GPS receiver, a modern replacement for the widely used Defense Advanced GPS Receiver (DAGR). Introduced in 2023, the...

April 29, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Terra Drone Backs Ukraine Interceptors

Terra Drone is investing in scaling production of its Terra A-series interceptor drones, developed in Ukraine. The initiative aims to combine Ukraine’s rapid development capabilities with international funding to...

April 28, 2026
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Unmanned Systems

Poland Tests AI Acoustic Drone Detection

Poland has begun field trials of new acoustic and electronic warfare technologies as part of its East Shield border security program. Central to the initiative are seven advanced acoustic...

April 28, 2026
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Land Platforms

Australia Picks HIMARS for Fires

Australia has formally selected Lockheed Martin’s HIMARS launcher and Precision Strike Missile to strengthen its long-range strike capability, choosing the system over the StrikeMaster proposal from Thales and Kongsberg....