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September 15, 2025
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Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Third Abrams Batch Delivered to Poland

The US has delivered 38 M1A2 SEPv3 Abrams tanks to Poland, marking the largest single shipment under a major 2022 arms contract. The deal covers 250 tanks in total,...

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September 15, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
Mergers & JV

Poland to Host 155mm Shell Facility

PGZ and BAE Systems are partnering to create a modern artillery ammunition factory in Poland. Set to open by 2028, the facility will use advanced automation to raise shell...

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September 15, 2025
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Land Platforms
New Product Launches

TRACKX ATV Launched by Patria

Patria’s TRACKX is a 15.5-ton tracked all-terrain vehicle optimized for harsh conditions such as snow, forest, and water. The vehicle accommodates 12 personnel, including crew, while meeting NATO protection...

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New Sentry 6161 Radio Unveiled by DTC

Domo Tactical Communications (DTC) has unveiled the Sentry 6161, a software-driven radio designed for frontline adaptability. Capable of operating on diverse bands and networks, it offers redundancy with multiple...

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September 15, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
Mergers & JV

Battlefield UGV With 3-Minute Refuel Debuts

A joint project by Poland’s Lechmar and France’s H2X-Defense has yielded Hermione, a UGV powered by hydrogen fuel cells. With rapid three-minute refueling, the vehicle carries hydrogen in certified...

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September 15, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

JUMP Drone Gets Arkeus Hyperspectral Radar

AV and Arkeus have integrated the AI-powered Hyperspectral Optical Radar (HSOR) onto the JUMP 20 UAS, advancing wide-area surveillance and reconnaissance missions. HSOR’s hyperspectral imaging analyzes light patterns to...

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Australia Builds $8B Nuclear Sub Shipyard

The Australian government has unveiled a A$12-billion plan to modernize Perth’s shipyards for nuclear submarine support under AUKUS. The upgrades, spanning 10 years, prepare Australia for US-built Virginia-class subs...

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Denmark Orders Euro Air Defense System

Denmark’s Defense Ministry has approved a $9.1-billion procurement of European missile defense platforms, selecting SAMP/T for long-range and considering NASAMS, IRIS-T, or VL MICA for medium-range coverage. The plan,...

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Kosovo Plans $1.1B Drone, Defense Boost

The Kosovo government will invest over €1 billion to advance defense self-sufficiency, funding indigenous drone projects, ammunition facilities, and joint activities with Albania. The plan also calls for expanding...

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Thales Sells HF XL Radios to Malaysia

Malaysia will receive more than 100 HF XL TRC 3900 radio systems under a Thales contract with Advanced Defence Systems. The radios, amplifiers, and antennas will bolster secure long-range...

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