July, 2025 - Weeklydefencenews

July 31, 2025
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Air Platforms
Mergers & JV

Textron & Leonardo promote M-346N jet

Textron and Leonardo have teamed up to propose the M-346N jet for the U.S. Navy’s Undergraduate Jet Training System. The aircraft is derived from Leonardo’s M-346 trainer, with enhancements...

Aselsan reveals new tactical systems

Turkish defense firm Aselsan has introduced next-gen tactical systems at IDEF 2025, including solutions for electronic warfare, counter-drone operations, and secure communication. Highlighting the lineup is KORAL 200, a...

Leonardo to acquire Iveco Defense

Leonardo has announced a €1.7 billion ($1.95 billion) acquisition of Iveco Defence, which manufactures armored vehicles. The deal is expected to close in early 2026, subject to regulatory clearance....

CA tech firm teams up with Lockheed on missile defense

Core Systems, based in California, has partnered with Lockheed Martin in its proposal for the Golden Dome missile defense program. Core will contribute ruggedized rack infrastructure to support the...

July 31, 2025
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China delivers Z-10ME helicopters to Pakistan

China has begun delivering Z-10ME attack helicopters to Pakistan, marking a significant step in Islamabad’s rotary-wing modernization. Though neither country officially confirmed the deal, verified images show the aircraft...

The U.S. Army places additional Humvee order with AM General to strengthen its tactical vehicle fleet.

The U.S. Army awarded AM General a $126.5 million contract for additional M1165A1B3 Humvees, expanding a previously signed deal that now exceeds $3 billion. While the precise quantity remains...

July 30, 2025
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Naval Platforms
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The REMUS 620 drone has been approved by the US Navy for use in torpedo tubes.

A collaborative effort involving Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII), the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, and the US Navy has successfully validated the compatibility of the REMUS 620 unmanned underwater vehicle...

QinetiQ Receives $26 Million Deal to Provide Essential Systems for American Nuclear Submarines

General Dynamics Electric Boat has awarded QinetiQ US a $26-million subcontract to deliver essential systems for the US Navy’s Virginia-class and Columbia-class submarines. Under the agreement, QinetiQ will manufacture,...

July 30, 2025
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Naval Platforms
R&D

India begins construction of the first AI-equipped patrol ship to combat maritime threats.

India has commenced construction of its first artificial intelligence-powered patrol vessel, designed to enhance maritime security and conduct multi-role missions throughout its exclusive economic zone. The new vessel, named...

July 29, 2025
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Naval Platforms
R&D

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

French company SEAir has unveiled its ARROW project—a fully autonomous, uncrewed surface vessel—developed under a €7.5 million ($8.6 million) initiative funded by the European Defence Fund and coordinated by...