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June 27, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Nebo-UM boosts India’s long-range air defense

India has enhanced its air-defence network by inducting the Nebo-UM anti-stealth radar, one of the most advanced long-range surveillance systems in its inventory. Designed to detect stealth fighters, cruise...

June 27, 2026
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Land Platforms

Hydrogen-powered trucks planned for Indian Army

Ashok Leyland is investing in the future of military transportation through autonomous technologies and hydrogen-powered tactical vehicles. The company is modernizing its Stallion platform to provide cleaner, smarter, and...

June 26, 2026
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Air Platforms

Australia approved for F/A-18 training package

The United States has approved a $250 million training and support package for Australia’s F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft, strengthening one of Washington’s closest defense partnerships in...

June 26, 2026
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Naval Platforms

Additive manufacturing speeds UK submarine support

The Royal Navy is improving submarine readiness by introducing advanced 3D-printing technology that enables replacement components to be manufactured directly at naval bases. The new capability reduces maintenance delays,...

June 26, 2026
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Land Platforms

British Army receives 100th Boxer vehicle

The British Army has taken delivery of its 100th domestically built Boxer armored vehicle, marking another important milestone in its long-term military modernization program. Designed for rapid troop transport,...

June 25, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Arkansas facility to power future PAC-3 missiles

L3Harris is investing in next-generation manufacturing capabilities to accelerate production of propulsion systems for the PAC-3 missile program. Advanced automation, artificial intelligence, and expanded production infrastructure will improve manufacturing...

June 24, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

Patria Radar Tracks Up to 500 Targets

Finnish defense company Patria has unveiled a new passive radar solution capable of tracking up to 500 incoming projectiles simultaneously without emitting detectable signals. The system leverages Passive Coherent...

June 24, 2026
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Land Platforms

Army Software Enables Mobile Drone Defense

The US Army has introduced a new fire control software package designed to improve the effectiveness of vehicle-mounted weapons against moving drones. Derived from technologies developed for the Future...

June 24, 2026
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Communication and Electronics

HENSOLDT Develops Portable Navigation Jammer

German defense company HENSOLDT has introduced SkyBarrier, a mobile electronic warfare system developed to disrupt major global satellite navigation networks. The jammer is designed to protect military units and...

June 24, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence

Lockheed Wins $8.4B PrSM Production Deal

The US Army has awarded Lockheed Martin an $8.4-billion contract modification to expand production of the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) Increment 1 program. The adjustment raises the overall contract...