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August 5, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

Coast Guard Finalizes Testing of V-BAT UAV for Deployment

The US Coast Guard has finished operational testing of the V-BAT unmanned aerial system, confirming its suitability for deployment on its cutters. Developed by Shield AI, the VTOL drone’s...

August 4, 2025
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Land Platforms

US Troops Use New Spectrum Tool to Detect Enemy Signals and Monitor Own Exposure

The US Army is testing the Spectrum Situational Awareness System (S2AS), a tool that detects electromagnetic signals to identify threats and track digital exposure. The system monitors emissions, spots...

August 4, 2025
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Air Platforms

Northrop Set to Supply Mission Tech to Boost US Forces’ Multi-Domain Planning

Northrop Grumman has secured a $180 million contract to build advanced mission planning systems for US Air Force, Navy, and Marines. The initiative emphasizes real-time data analysis and automation...

August 3, 2025
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Soldier Systems

Senegal Bolsters Eastern Forces in Response to Threats from Mali Border

In response to jihadist threats from Mali, Senegal has deployed new gendarmerie units in the east, including surveillance and rapid-response teams. The move follows attacks by JNIM near the...

August 1, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

Northrop and USAF complete first test of Sentinel’s second-stage rocket motor

Northrop Grumman and the US Air Force successfully completed the first qualification test of the Sentinel ICBM’s second-stage solid rocket motor. Conducted in Tennessee’s Arnold Engineering Development Complex, the...

August 1, 2025
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Unmanned Systems

GA-ASI and Tobyhanna launch upgraded MQ-9 Reaper control system

Tobyhanna Army Depot and GA-ASI introduced a new capability to overhaul MQ-9 Reaper Ground Control Stations, covering Linux processors, file servers, and consoles. This builds on a partnership launched...

August 1, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence

South Korea begins deployment of improved missile defense system

South Korea has completed initial deployment of the upgraded Cheongung-II air defense system. With a 40km range and improved radar, it now intercepts ballistic threats and aircraft alike. This...

August 1, 2025
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Land Platforms

Indra establishes new facility for producing military vehicles in Spain and EU

Indra has secured a new facility in Spain to produce electronic systems for military vehicles used in Spanish and European defense programs. The site will also support R&D and...

July 30, 2025
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Naval Platforms

India Begins Construction of Its First AI-Equipped Patrol Vessel to Combat Maritime Threats

India has begun construction of its first artificial intelligence-enabled patrol vessel, marking a significant step in enhancing maritime security and operational capabilities. Dubbed the Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel...

July 29, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Under the EU defense plan, France’s SEAir will create an unmanned surface vessel.

French firm SEAir has initiated a European Defence Fund-backed project to develop ARROW, a fully autonomous uncrewed surface vessel (USV). Unveiled in Brussels and coordinated through the European Defence...