March, 2026 - Weeklydefencenews

March 31, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

Next-Gen AIM-260 Missile for Air Combat

The AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missile is a next-generation air-to-air weapon designed to restore the US military’s advantage in long-range engagements. Developed by Lockheed Martin, it delivers greater reach...

March 25, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

India Debuts Next-Gen Combat Robot

Svaayatt Systems Pvt Ltd is preparing to demonstrate its SGV-500 Scorpion unmanned ground vehicle, a versatile combat robot designed for modern battlefield operations. The system features advanced mobility, weapon...

India Urged to Expand Submarine Program

India is set to expand its underwater warfare capabilities with an additional order of Scorpene-class submarines under Project 75 Additional. The program, involving Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited and Naval...

March 25, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
R&D

Counter-Drone System Production Ramps Up

Responding to the surge in drone warfare, L3Harris Technologies has ramped up production of its VAMPIRE counter-unmanned system. Designed as a plug-and-play solution, VAMPIRE can be mounted on diverse...

March 25, 2026
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Land Platforms
Mergers & JV

Spain to Produce New Self-Propelled Guns

Spain is advancing its artillery modernization efforts through a partnership between Indra Group and Hanwha Aerospace to develop next-generation tracked artillery systems. Built on the proven K9 Thunder design,...

March 25, 2026
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Air Platforms
New Product Launches

KF-21 Boramae Jet Unveiled

South Korea has taken a significant step toward strengthening its indigenous defense capabilities with the rollout of the KF-21 Boramae’s first serial production model by Korea Aerospace Industries. The...

March 25, 2026
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Soldier Systems
Mergers & JV

Defense Partnership Grows in UAE

South Korea’s LIG Nex1 and US-based Palantir Technologies are collaborating to support the UAE in developing next-generation air defense and unmanned systems. The partnership focuses on combining hardware expertise...

$85M Contract for Navy Fleet Support

The US Navy has awarded CACI International an $85-million contract to deliver engineering, technical, and digital support services under its SeaPort Next Generation framework. The work will involve enhancing...

March 25, 2026
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Land Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Aluminum Plant Tied to Russian Military

Findings from an investigative review by the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project and The Irish Times have brought attention to the role of Ireland’s Aughinish Alumina plant in...

Steyr GL-40 Grenade Launchers Delivered

Germany has initiated the deployment of advanced GL-40 grenade launchers as part of its ongoing military modernization efforts, with deliveries supplied by Steyr Arms following an expanded agreement. The...