September, 2025 - Weeklydefencenews

September 2, 2025
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Cybersecurity
Procurement & Contracts

British Military Adopts Aussie AI Security

Britain has turned to AI to reduce accidental defense data breaches. The MoD selected Castlepoint’s solution to monitor and safeguard communications in real time. The technology highlights sensitive material...

September 2, 2025
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Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Northrop Delivers Bushmaster II for Borsuk

Poland’s Borsuk infantry fighting vehicles will be armed with Northrop Grumman’s 30mm Bushmaster II gun, a proven NATO-standard weapon adaptable for vehicles and ships. The cannon weighs 160kg and...

September 2, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
New Product Launches

Russia Starts Pilot Run of AM-17 Rifles

Kalashnikov has advanced its AM-17 assault rifle to production, following certification and field testing. Developed for Russian troops, the compact weapon is portable, adaptable for close quarters, and effective...

September 2, 2025
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Portugal Accepts First A-29N Super Tucanos

Embraer has begun deliveries of A-29N Super Tucanos to Portugal, with the first three units arriving at Lisbon facilities. The deal includes simulators, training, and support. These versatile turboprops...

September 2, 2025
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Air Platforms
New Product Launches

F/A-XX Concept Revealed, Draws F-47 Links

A first glimpse of Boeing’s proposed F/A-XX fighter has been released, depicting a stealthy aircraft without visible tail fins. The artwork highlights similarities with the F-47, including cockpit design,...

September 2, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
New Product Launches

Air-Burst Nimbrix Missile Unveiled by Saab

Swedish defense firm Saab has rolled out Nimbrix, a missile tailored for drone defense. Compact yet powerful, it employs seeker-guided tracking and a detonation system effective against multiple drones....

September 1, 2025
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Air Platforms
R&D

F-16s in Poland to Get Viper Shield EW

The Polish Air Force has selected L3Harris’ Viper Shield EW suite for its fleet of F-16s, rejecting Northrop’s IVEWS offer. The upgrade transitions Block 52 fighters toward Block 70...

Drone Connector Deal Awarded to Mobix Labs

Mobix Labs is delivering advanced EMI-resistant connectors for military drones, enhancing GPS reliability and secure communications. The same components are employed in tactical jets. The announcement coincides with progress...

September 1, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
Procurement & Contracts

Sweden Taps Saab for Large Underwater Drone

Saab has secured a $6.3M Swedish contract to design and test a large autonomous underwater drone. Equipped with seabed-mapping sensors and threat-detection tech, the LUUV will run on Saab’s...

US Air Force Builds $211M Comms Hub in Guam

The Pentagon has allocated $211M for a new communications hub at Andersen AFB in Guam, awarding the contract to Nan Inc. Initial construction is funded with $91.3M, while NAVFAC...