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August 26, 2025
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Thai Air Force Modernizes With Saab Gripen Fighters

Thailand has opted for Saab’s Gripen E/F fighters in a $500M contract, signaling a clear preference for the Swedish jet over competing offers like the F-16. The order includes...

August 26, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

India Launches 3,000km-Range Indigenous MALE Drone

India has unveiled its first homegrown MALE drone, the AI-enabled Kaal Bhairava, a breakthrough in unmanned combat technology. Built by Flying Wedge Defence, the system combines 30-hour flight time...

August 25, 2025
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Training and Simulation
Mergers & JV

US, Indonesia, Allies Begin Major Military Drills

The annual Super Garuda Shield joint exercises are underway in Indonesia, led by the US and Indonesian armed forces with participation from 11 partner countries. More than 5,400 troops...

August 25, 2025
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Naval Platforms
Mergers & JV

36-Meter Warship with Frigate Roles Revealed

A new 36-meter modular surface effect vessel, the Aircat Bengal MC, is under development by Eureka Naval Craft in partnership with Singapore’s Strategic Marine. Designed to perform frigate-class missions...

Korea Eyes First Homegrown Electronic Warfare Jet

South Korean defense contractors Korean Air and LIG Nex1 have partnered in a bid for the Block-I EW aircraft program, a government initiative worth $1.31 billion. Their joint plan...

Britain Expands Air Defense with Land Ceptor Buy

The UK has confirmed a $160 million procurement deal with MBDA for six Land Ceptor missile launchers, alongside a package of supporting vehicles and battlefield systems. Delivered under a...

New Iowa Ammo Factory to Be Built by MSM

MSM North America has been selected to build a state-of-the-art Future Artillery Complex (FAC) at the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant under a $632 million US Army contract. Designed to...

August 25, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
Procurement & Contracts

Xtend Supplying 5,000 Kamikaze Drones to Israel

Israel has awarded Xtend a procurement deal for 5,000 FPV attack drones, marking a significant step in expanding unmanned strike capabilities at the tactical level. Valued at approximately 20...

Ukraine to Get 3,350 US ERAM Missiles, 450km Range

Washington has authorized the supply of 3,350 ERAM long-range guided missiles to Ukraine in a package valued at $850 million, with European partners providing most of the financing. Initial...

August 24, 2025
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Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

South Korea Eyes Poland Tank Plant for EU Market

South Korea’s Hyundai Rotem has signed a major follow-up contract with Poland to deliver 180 K2 Black Panther tanks worth $6.5 billion. The deal cements Poland as the regional...