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Japan Fields First Modular Armored Vehicle Model

Japan has introduced the Armored Modular Vehicle (AMV) into service as part of efforts to modernize the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) fleet. This next-generation personnel carrier replaces the...

AeroVironment Adds Mobile Anti-Drone Laser

The U.S. Army’s Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office has received two prototype Laser Weapon Systems designed for counter-drone missions. Built under the Multi-Purpose High Energy Laser (AMP-HEL) effort,...

September 7, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
New Product Launches

Falcon Peak Tests Tech vs Small Drone Threats

The U.S. military has launched Falcon Peak, a large-scale trial of counter-drone systems hosted by NORAD and USNORTHCOM at Eglin Air Force Base. Running through Sept. 19, 2025, the...

September 7, 2025
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Naval Platforms
New Product Launches

Caracas Navy Adds Peykaap III to Caribbean

A new development in the Caribbean naval scene emerged as Venezuela reportedly deployed Iranian-made Peykaap III fast attack craft. Online footage appears to show several of these vessels performing...

JL-3 Missile Can Strike US From Chinese Subs

China has broken decades of secrecy by unveiling its JL-3 SLBM during the Victory Day parade in Beijing, confirming the missile’s operational status and elevating the PLAN’s nuclear strike...

September 5, 2025
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Naval Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Norway Orders 5 Type 26 Frigates in £10B UK Deal

A £10B agreement has been signed for Norway to buy five Type 26 frigates, making it the first export customer. The City-class warships will enhance Arctic submarine-hunting capabilities and...

Polish F-35s, F-16s Get US GBU-39B Bombs

Poland has secured GBU-39/B bombs under a $120M contract with the US, ensuring compatibility with both F-35A and F-16 fleets. The weapons, with 110 km range, boost precision strike...

September 5, 2025
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Naval Platforms
Mergers & JV

Korea Shipbuilders Unite for Global Defense

HD KSOE has approved merging Hyundai Mipo and Hyundai Heavy Industries to consolidate expertise and competitiveness. Launching in 2025, the unified company will expand naval shipbuilding, pursue Arctic-specialized vessels,...

September 5, 2025
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Land Platforms
Mergers & JV

Trio Bids UK Army Light Mobility Vehicle

A GM Defense-led consortium, including BAE Systems and NP Aerospace, is competing for the UK’s Light Mobility Vehicle program. Their solution, derived from the Infantry Squad Vehicle, offers mobility,...

September 5, 2025
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Air Platforms
R&D

Pentagon Pushes F-35 Block 4 to 2031

The F-35 Block 4 modernization is now pushed to 2031 amid $6 billion in cost overruns and repeated delays, GAO reported. Pentagon is restructuring the program, with TR-3 technology...