February, 2026 - Weeklydefencenews

February 11, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
Mergers & JV

Hanwha Teams With Estonia on C-Drone

South Korea’s Hanwha Aerospace and Estonia-based Frankenburg Technologies have launched a joint effort to develop anti-drone solutions tailored for advanced ground combat vehicles. Hanwha will embed the system into...

February 11, 2026
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Land Platforms
Mergers & JV

CV90 Upgrade Program Announced by Sweden

Stockholm has initiated a long-term modernization effort for its CV90 armored vehicles under a contract with HB Utveckling AB. The initiative supports upgrade package development and production readiness, aligning...

February 11, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

Thales Tie-Up Boosts Naval Combat AI

As part of France’s AI-driven defense strategy, Naval Group has taken a minority stake in cortAIx, Thales’ military AI hub. The move deepens collaboration on next-generation naval technologies and...

February 11, 2026
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Soldier Systems
Procurement & Contracts

$9.6M Defense Deal for LightPath IR Tech

Florida-based LightPath will supply advanced cooled infrared imaging solutions under a $9.6-million defense agreement. Designed for all-weather surveillance and low detectability, the systems will be manufactured domestically. The award...

February 11, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

Taipei Shifts to 10 New C-130J Aircraft

Taipei has opted to transition to the C-130J Super Hercules rather than extend the life of its 40-year-old C-130H transports. Officials cited structural reinforcement costs and limited upgrade benefits....

February 11, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

USAF Awards Boeing C-17A Upgrade Contract

Boeing has secured a USAF contract to overhaul the C-17’s cockpit systems, addressing avionics obsolescence and introducing an open-architecture framework that enables plug-and-play capability upgrades. Curtiss-Wright will deliver updated...

February 10, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

Typhoon Upgrade Adds Aero Kit

A new contract between Eurofighter and NETMA will introduce an Aerodynamic Modification Kit aimed at boosting the Typhoon’s combat adaptability. By refining aerodynamic surfaces and updating flight controls, the...

February 10, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Mission Computers Ordered for USAF C-17

Boeing has selected Curtiss-Wright to deliver modular mission computing technology for the C-17 transport aircraft as part of a broader fleet modernization effort. The open-architecture design enhances processing power...

February 10, 2026
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Naval Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Dhaka Acquires Retired Royal Navy Ship

Britain has sold the retired HMS Enterprise hydrographic survey ship to Bangladesh, enhancing the South Asian navy’s maritime domain awareness capabilities. Built for multi-purpose seabed and coastal surveys, the...

February 10, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

Gripen May Use APKWS Rockets vs Drones

Swedish defense firm Saab is exploring arming its Gripen fighters with APKWS laser-guided rockets to provide an economical anti-drone capability. Executives highlighted that modern air combat increasingly requires cost-efficient...