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April 1, 2026
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Naval Platforms

UK Upgrades Lyme Bay for Minehunting

The Royal Navy is transforming RFA Lyme Bay into a hub for autonomous mine countermeasure operations by integrating advanced uncrewed systems. The upgrade equips the vessel with modular command-and-control...

March 31, 2026
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Air Platforms

AIM-260 JATM Boosts US Air Superiority

The AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missile (JATM), developed by Lockheed Martin, represents the next evolution in beyond-visual-range air combat for the US Air Force and Navy. Designed to complement...

March 31, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Adani Defence to Make 100,000 Guns

Adani Defence and Aerospace has announced its capability to produce up to 100,000 firearms annually, marking a major boost to India’s domestic defense manufacturing. The company has already delivered...

March 31, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Poland Moves to Build CAMM-ER Missiles

Poland has signed an agreement to establish a production and service facility for CAMM-ER air defense missiles under the NAREW program, in collaboration with Polish Armaments Group and MBDA....

March 31, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

India Develops Swarm Drone Launcher

The Indian Army has launched a program to develop a Multi-Barrel Swarm Launcher System, designed to deploy coordinated drone or missile swarms for saturation attacks. The system will support...

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...