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Netherlands to Get $570M AMRAAM Missiles

The United States has authorized a prospective foreign military sale to the Netherlands valued at approximately $570 million, featuring RTX’s AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAMs). The deal...

September 17, 2025
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Communication and Electronics
Mergers & JV

UK Submarines to Get Next-Gen Sonar

Thales and BAE Systems have announced the next phase of their strategic partnership, aimed at delivering cutting-edge sonar technologies for the Royal Navy’s submarine fleet. This collaboration, which builds...

September 17, 2025
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Training and Simulation
Mergers & JV

US Tests X10 Delta Drone in Training Mission

A live-fire experiment conducted by the Joint Multinational Training Group–Ukraine (JMTG-U) has demonstrated the growing utility of drones in precision strike operations. At the Grafenwoehr Training Area in Germany,...

September 17, 2025
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Land Platforms
New Product Launches

KORKUT 100/25 SB Fires Smart Airburst

Turkish defense manufacturer ASELSAN has presented the KORKUT 100/25 SB, a newly developed mobile counter-drone system designed to safeguard forces against a broad spectrum of unmanned aerial vehicles. This...

September 17, 2025
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Soldier Systems
New Product Launches

Safran Launches New Infrared Binoculars

Safran has officially launched the JIM SHARPHAWK, an advanced electro-optical system developed as the new-generation successor to its long-serving JIM Compact infrared binoculars. Positioned as a breakthrough in battlefield...

September 16, 2025
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Naval Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Naval Contract Expands Terma in Middle East, Africa

Terma has expanded its footprint in the Middle East and Africa through a landmark deal with Albwardy Damen to equip new naval vessels with advanced mission systems. The package...

September 16, 2025
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Training and Simulation
Mergers & JV

Counter-Drone Training Starts in Poland, Ukraine

Facing repeated Russian drone threats, Poland and Ukraine will conduct joint counter-drone training on Polish soil. Specialists from both sides are finalizing plans to deepen cooperation in drone warfare...

September 16, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
New Product Launches

New Rafael Iron Beam Sets Size Record

At DSEI 2025, Rafael introduced the Iron Beam 450, the most advanced version of its laser-based air defense systems. The platform’s 450-mm aperture enables extended reach and rapid engagement...

September 16, 2025
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Peru to Buy $3.4B F-16 Jets From US

The US has approved a potential $3.42-billion deal to supply Peru with 12 F-16 Block 70 jets alongside advanced weapons and support systems. The acquisition is expected to reinforce...

September 15, 2025
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Naval Platforms
Mergers & JV

Canadian Submarine Bid Backed by Hanwha, Babcock

South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean has expanded its Canadian submarine bid, selecting Babcock Canada to manage in-service support. The CPSP program, worth C$60B, will replace Canada’s aging fleet by the...