2026 - Weeklydefencenews

April 18, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

New Scorpene May Use LiB Power

Naval Group has offered the Indian Navy an upgraded Scorpene Evolved submarine featuring lithium-ion battery propulsion and major capability improvements. Replacing conventional lead-acid batteries, the Li-ion system is expected...

April 18, 2026
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Land Platforms
R&D

Vajra-T Adds RWS, Jammers, Akashteer

India’s K9 Vajra-T self-propelled howitzer is being upgraded with an advanced anti-drone survivability package to counter loitering munitions and FPV threats. The modernization includes an indigenous remote weapon station...

April 18, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Inside the PULS Rocket Artillery System

Elbit Systems’ Precise and Universal Launching System (PULS) is emerging as a modern answer to changing artillery warfare. Designed as a modular and network-enabled launcher, PULS can fire multiple...

April 17, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Lifecycle Deal Signed for Prithvi-II

DRDO has launched fresh support programs to keep India’s Prithvi-II missile force operational while next-generation systems enter service. A long-term maintenance contract seeks specialized services for continued fleet upkeep,...

April 17, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

India Gets New MALE UAV Proposal

India’s Dynamatic Technologies is developing the Super-Cheel, a medium-altitude long-endurance drone in the 2,000-kg category with projected 30-hour flight time. The aircraft is intended for persistent ISR, maritime surveillance,...

April 17, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

Black Hawk Flies With Zero-Light AI

The UH-60 Black Hawk has been used to test Raytheon’s RAIVEN Staring surveillance system in a recent flight trial. Operating in total darkness, the sensor suite captured mapping data...

April 17, 2026
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Naval Platforms
Mergers & JV

Submarine Alliance Formed by Navantia

Navantia of Spain and TKMS of Germany have agreed to examine joint submarine construction opportunities for European, NATO, and global customers. The understanding is focused on combining industrial strengths...

April 17, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
Mergers & JV

Special Forces Arms Trials Begin

EDGE has entered a teaming arrangement with the Brazilian Army to support trials of next-generation rifles for elite units. The assessments will use realistic military ranges and stress-based mission...

$904M Army Contract for LTAMDS

The US Army has expanded procurement of Raytheon’s LTAMDS radar with a new $904.6 million order covering production systems and support equipment. Developed as the next-generation Patriot sensor, LTAMDS...

April 17, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

Germany Begins Last Type 424 Build

Germany’s final Type 424 spy ship has entered production ahead of schedule. Built by Naval Vessels Lürssen, the new SIGINT class will succeed the long-serving Oste-class vessels. Equipped with...