June, 2025 - Weeklydefencenews

June 3, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Precision Rifle Scopes From Norway Ready for Deployment

The Norwegian military is enhancing its sniper capabilities with a newly signed $9 million contract awarded to Bertel O. Steen Defence & Security. The deal will provide forces with...

June 3, 2025
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Land Platforms

Italian Military May Acquire New BvS10 Platforms

Iveco Defence Vehicles and BAE Systems Hägglunds have signed a memorandum of understanding to promote the BvS10 all-terrain armored vehicle for service with the Italian Armed Forces. The agreement...

June 3, 2025
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Air Platforms

Airbus Completes Helicopter Delivery to Spanish Fleet

The Spanish Navy has added two NH90 MSPT helicopters to its fleet, delivered by Airbus Helicopters as part of a multi-phase modernization initiative. These are the first deliveries from...

June 3, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Modern Landing Vessel Unveiled by Yantar USC

The Russian Navy has taken delivery of the RFS Vladimir Andreyev, the third ship in the Ivan Gren-class series, at a ceremony conducted by Yantar USC in Kaliningrad. This...

June 2, 2025
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Naval Platforms

South Korea and Portugal Eye Submarine Collaboration

HD Hyundai Heavy Industries has signed a new cooperation deal with the Portuguese Navy aimed at the joint development of next-generation small submarines. The signing took place during the...

June 2, 2025
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Soldier Systems

US Forces Integrate New Liner Tech in Helmets

The Gentex LX9™ Liner System is a drop-in helmet upgrade designed to elevate comfort and performance for military users. Compatible with ACH, ECH, and NG-IHPS helmets, it features a...

June 2, 2025
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Land Platforms

Patria Starts Local Assembly of ASCOD Combat Vehicles

A new cooperation agreement between Patria and GDELS-Santa Barbara Sistemas will bring ASCOD IFV production to Latvia. Their joint work will occur at the Valmiera-based DPL facility, established by...

June 2, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Israeli Company Partners With US on Rifle Upgrades

As part of its push for technological superiority, the US Army has contracted SMARTSHOOTER for $13 million to supply its latest handheld fire control systems. The SMASH 2000L, also...

June 2, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Turkish Naval Expansion Continues With Submarine Launch

The Turkish Navy has marked another step in its modernization efforts with the launch of the TCG Murat Reis, the third unit in the Reis-class submarine fleet. Held at...

June 2, 2025
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Air Platforms

Denmark Equips Pilots With Latest Threat Simulation Tech

Denmark’s Ministry of Defence has procured threat emitter simulators to provide realistic radar threat scenarios for its F-35 pilot training program. These simulators replicate adversary signals and behaviors, improving...