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February 20, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

US Navy Seeks New Anti-Radar Missile

The US Navy has launched market research for a new long-range anti-radiation missile capable of striking airborne and ground-based radar threats. The weapon must integrate with the F/A-18E/F, EA-18G,...

February 20, 2026
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Soldier Systems

Wales Hub for UK Uncrewed Systems

The UK government has awarded Wales a £50-million Defence Growth Deal to expand its role in autonomous and uncrewed military technologies. The initiative will enhance testing infrastructure, workforce development,...

February 20, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Romania Develops AI Cruise Missile

Romania is developing an AI-enabled cruise missile named Sahara, built by Oves Enterprise. The 55-kilogram system carries up to 10 kilograms of payload and uses onboard Nemesis AI for...

February 20, 2026
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Air Platforms

Embraer, Mahindra Eye C-390 Hub

Embraer and Mahindra Group plan to establish a maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility in India for the C-390 Millennium, contingent on the aircraft’s selection in the Medium Transport Aircraft...

February 20, 2026
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Air Platforms

Embraer, Northrop Pitch KC-390 Boom

Embraer and Northrop Grumman have signed an agreement to explore adding a boom refueling capability to the KC-390 Millennium. The upgrade would allow compatibility with US Air Force fighters...

February 19, 2026
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Air Platforms

Boeing to Upgrade C-17 IR Systems

The US DoD has awarded Boeing a contract to upgrade infrared defensive systems on Canadian and Australian C-17 transport aircraft. The modernization moves existing systems to the Block 30...

February 19, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Canada Tests US-Made MK 54 Torpedo

Canada has conducted live testing of the MK 54 torpedo from a Halifax-class frigate to verify integration with its combat systems. The lightweight weapon, introduced by Raytheon, combines advanced...

February 19, 2026
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Air Platforms

Tata, Airbus Open H125 Plant in India

Airbus and Tata Advanced Systems have launched a new H125 helicopter final assembly line in southern India, strengthening New Delhi’s push to expand domestic aerospace manufacturing. The Vemagal facility...

February 18, 2026
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Weapons and Munition

Over 3 Million Mortar Fuzes Supplied to US Army by L3Harris

With the shipment of its three-millionth M734A1 mortar fuze, L3Harris Technologies continues to reinforce supply support for the US Army and allied militaries. The fuze, compatible with 60mm, 81mm,...

February 18, 2026
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Land Platforms

New 120-kW Kit to Enhance Army Vehicle Battlefield Performance

In a move to strengthen operational endurance, Michigan Technological University has developed a vehicle-integrated power kit for the US Army that exceeds 120 kW in output. Produced by APS...