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Austal Secures $2.82B Army Landing Craft Deal

Australia has awarded Austal Defence a major contract to construct eight Landing Craft Heavy vessels for the Army. These ships will transport troops, armored vehicles, and heavy equipment, boosting...

February 23, 2026
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Naval Platforms
New Product Launches

Fincantieri Unveils Italy’s New OPV

Fincantieri has launched the lead ship of Italy’s next-generation offshore patrol vessel program, the Ugolino Vivaldi. Built for maritime surveillance, security enforcement, and environmental monitoring, the vessel supports multiple...

February 23, 2026
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Naval Platforms
New Product Launches

Sea Machines Launches Smart Attack USV

Sea Machines has unveiled the STEAMRACER unmanned surface vessel, designed for the US Navy’s Modular Attack Surface Combatant program. The AI-powered vessel features modular payload space, advanced command systems,...

February 23, 2026
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Soldier Systems
Training and Simulation

US Boosts Romania Training With Data Upgrade

Romania is modernizing its military training evaluation using Cubic Defense’s CATS Metrix system, which digitally tracks soldiers during live exercises. The system records movement, engagement actions, and response time...

Golden Horizon ALBM Proposed for India

The reported Golden Horizon proposal signals a potential shift in India’s strike doctrine toward strategic air-launched ballistic capabilities. Unlike tactical stand-off weapons, the system is designed to defeat hardened...

February 22, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

France Pushes Engine Deal With Fast Delivery

India appears close to addressing one of its most persistent aerospace challenges — indigenous jet engine development. The French proposal stands out for promising complete technology access and local...

February 22, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Embraer Eyes India Assembly Line Deal

Embraer is positioning India as a future regional aviation manufacturing hub by linking industrial investment to large fleet commitments. By encouraging bulk orders, the company aims to justify localized...

February 22, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Rafale Order Follows Su-30MKI Strategy

India’s Rafale negotiations represent an evolution of its long-standing strategy to transition from importer to aerospace manufacturer. Building on the industrial success of the Su-30MKI era, policymakers are seeking...

February 21, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

European Powers Unveil Affordable Air Defense

Europe is moving toward mass drone warfare concepts through the LEAP initiative, signaling a structural shift away from reliance on expensive interceptor missiles. Inspired by operational realities in Ukraine,...

February 20, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
Procurement & Contracts

Multi-Domain Pact Signed by Indra, ELT

As Europe seeks greater technological sovereignty, Indra and ELT are deepening cooperation in electromagnetic spectrum control and integrated defense systems. The agreement reflects a broader push for interoperable, sovereign...