2025 - Weeklydefencenews

October 24, 2025
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Land Platforms
New Product Launches

New AI-Enabled IFV Rolled Out by Hanwha Aerospace

At Seoul ADEX 2025, Hanwha Aerospace unveiled the Korea New Infantry Fighting Vehicle (K-NIFV) — a cutting-edge tracked platform designed to combat drone threats and endure in complex electromagnetic...

October 24, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

Italy’s Fincantieri Launches Debut Integrated Subsea Drone Platform

Fincantieri, Italy’s leading shipbuilder, has introduced an advanced underwater drone system developed to safeguard essential underwater assets and ensure maritime security in ports and along coastlines. The system, called...

South Korean Chunmoo Launchers Selected by Estonia to Complement HIMARS Fleet

Estonia has finalized a defense agreement with South Korea to procure the K239 Chunmoo multiple launch rocket system (MLRS), boosting its deep-strike and deterrence capabilities. Manufactured by Hanwha Aerospace,...

October 22, 2025
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Soldier Systems
Procurement & Contracts

Gore Develops New Thermal Jacket for US Soldiers

Gore is developing a single-layer all-weather insulation jacket for the U.S. Army’s Soldier Enhanced Program, replacing the current two-layer system. The jacket weighs 482 grams, reduces pack volume by...

KAI, LG Create Micro-LED Displays for Simulators

LG Electronics and Korea Aerospace Industries have agreed to jointly develop next-generation flight simulator displays using LG’s Magnit micro-LED technology. The system features a 3.9-meter curved screen that enhances...

October 22, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
Mergers & JV

South Korea, AV Team to Expand Military Drones

AeroVironment and Korean Air have partnered to develop a tactical unmanned aerial system for South Korea, centered on the JUMP 20 drone. The fixed-wing VTOL UAS supports long-range operations...

October 22, 2025
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Boeing Wins $461M Deal for CH-47F Chinooks

The U.S. Army has ordered nine CH-47F Block II Chinook helicopters from Boeing for $461 million to modernize its heavy-lift fleet. The order covers production Lots 4 and 5,...

October 22, 2025
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Combat Service and Support Equipment
R&D

Cockerill Refits 100 Military Trucks for Ukraine

Belgian firm John Cockerill Defense will convert 113 military vehicles into ambulances for Ukraine, including 11 BV-206 all-terrain vehicles and 102 Mercedes-Benz Unimog U4000 trucks. Deliveries are planned from...

October 22, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

Next-Gen Wingman Drone Developed for US Jets

Boeing revealed plans for the Collaborative Combat Rotorcraft (CxR), an autonomous tiltrotor drone intended to act as a wingman for U.S. military aircraft. Designed for multiple roles, including logistical...

Israel Debuts Long-Range LAHAT ALPHA Missile

Israel Aerospace Industries has unveiled the LAHAT ALPHA, a next-generation laser-guided anti-tank missile capable of engaging targets over 20 kilometers away. Weighing 25 kg and measuring 2 meters, it...