September, 2025 - Weeklydefencenews

September 4, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
New Product Launches

Beijing Unveils Its Strongest Laser for Navy

China has introduced the LY-1, a high-power laser weapon, during its latest military parade in Beijing, showcasing its directed-energy advancements. The weapon, seen mounted on an eight-wheeled HZ141 vehicle,...

September 4, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

JET MAX UAV Gives Ukraine 8-Strike Capability

JET has unveiled JET MAX, its newest bomber drone with multi-role strike capabilities. The system can carry payloads of up to 20 kilograms, offering operational flexibility. It supports different...

September 4, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
Mergers & JV

NOMAD UGV Unveiled With Scout AI Autonomy

The NOMAD UGV, developed by Scout AI in collaboration with Hendrick Motorsports Technical Solutions, introduces cutting-edge autonomy into unmanned ground systems. It is the second ground vehicle to feature...

September 4, 2025
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Naval Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Japan’s FFM Ships to Get Palfinger Slipways

Tokyo has chosen Austrian firm Palfinger Marine to provide launch and recovery systems for its new generation of FFM-class frigates. The contract involves outfitting the first five ships, scheduled...

Army Fields AV’s First Counter-Drone Lasers

The US Army has officially received its first LOCUST laser weapon prototypes from AV, strengthening its ability to counter drone threats. The project is part of the AMP-HEL program,...

$9.8B Lockheed Pact to Build 2,000 PAC-3 Units

In a major boost to the United States’ and its allies’ missile defense capabilities, Lockheed Martin has been awarded a $9.8-billion modification to an existing contract for the production...

Javelin Club Expands With Brazil, Tunisia Entry

The US Army has awarded a new $900.5-million contract to procure additional Javelin missile systems, continuing its investment in one of the most battle-proven anti-tank weapons in modern warfare....

Canada Gains Teledyne’s Airborne Imaging Upgrade

Teledyne FLIR is drawing attention across Canada with its latest innovation in airborne surveillance: the UltraFORCE 380X imaging pod. This advanced system, mounted on a helicopter’s nose, was taken...

September 2, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

Warsaw Reveals New Autonomous Mine-Layer

The Polish defense sector introduced the Bluszcz vehicle, designed to rapidly set minefields with precision. Operable manually, remotely, or preprogrammed for autonomy, the system carries 20 cartridges with five...

September 2, 2025
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Naval Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

New Frigate BRP Diego Silang Nears Arrival

South Korea’s HD Hyundai has confirmed the near-term delivery of the BRP Diego Silang to Manila. Based on the HDF-3200 design, the vessel was upgraded to frigate status due...