2026 - Weeklydefencenews

Cubic delivers data link suite for Poland

Raytheon has partnered with Cubic Secure Communications to provide advanced Common Data Link (CDL) systems for Poland’s MS-110 reconnaissance pod program. The CDL network will enable secure real-time transmission...

May 27, 2026
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Thales modernizes Greek Hydra frigates

Greece has selected Thales to modernize the combat systems of its Hydra-class frigates as part of a major mid-life upgrade program for the Hellenic Navy. The modernization package includes...

US boosts Freedom Eagle-1 missile output

AeroVironment is expanding production of its Freedom Eagle-1 kinetic interceptor after receiving additional US government funding to accelerate manufacturing for counter-drone operations. Designed to defeat Group 2 and Group...

India launches long-term military roadmap

India has unveiled its long-term “Defence Forces Vision 2047” roadmap aimed at transforming the country’s military into a more integrated, technology-driven force over the next two decades. The strategy...

Elbit secures $1.4B Europe defense deal

Israeli defense company Elbit Systems has secured a major $1.4-billion contract to support a broad military modernization effort for a European customer. The agreement includes autonomous unmanned platforms, software-defined...

May 27, 2026
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Dutch move closer to EU defense group

The Netherlands has moved closer to joining OCCAR, the European defense procurement organization that manages multinational military acquisition programs across Europe. A bill submitted to the Dutch parliament would...

May 26, 2026
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Indonesia moves Scorpene project ahead

Indonesia’s state-owned shipbuilder PT PAL has advanced to the pre-production stage of its Scorpene-class submarine program, marking a significant step in the country’s naval modernization effort. Developed in partnership...

May 26, 2026
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Japan pitches Mogami frigates to NZ

Japan is preparing formal discussions with New Zealand over a potential export of its upgraded Mogami-class stealth frigate as Tokyo continues expanding defense cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. The next-generation...

May 26, 2026
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South Korea to build nuclear submarines

South Korea has confirmed plans to domestically build its first nuclear-powered submarines, with the lead vessel expected to enter service in the mid-2030s. The move follows long-standing efforts by...

US Marines buy more MRZR Alpha vehicles

Polaris Government and Defense has secured a new contract from the US Marine Corps for additional MRZR Alpha Ultra-Light Tactical Vehicles, including the debut of the 5kW exportable power...