Admin - Weeklydefencenews

January 13, 2026
Admin
Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

UK Plans Tactical Missile Development for Ukraine

Project Nightfall marks a significant escalation in the UK’s military support for Ukraine, focusing on the rapid development of a new class of ground-launched tactical ballistic missiles. Intended to...

January 13, 2026
Admin
Unmanned Systems
Procurement & Contracts

Cyprus Takes Delivery of H-10 Poseidon Drones

Cyprus has inducted two H-10 Poseidon unmanned aerial systems into National Guard service, marking a boost to indigenous defense capabilities alongside broader military modernization efforts. Developed by Cypriot firm...

January 13, 2026
Admin
Unmanned Systems
R&D

HII Doubles UK Facility for UUV Production

HII has significantly expanded its UK unmanned systems facility, underscoring growing demand for autonomous maritime platforms across Europe. The enlarged Portchester site will provide comprehensive support for REMUS underwater...

January 13, 2026
Admin
Air Platforms
R&D

KF-21 Boramae Nears Service Entry

The successful completion of flight testing for the KF-21 Boramae marks a milestone in South Korea’s push for indigenous combat aircraft development. Over more than three years, the program...

January 13, 2026
Admin
Naval Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Croatia Moves Ahead With New Warship Program

Croatia is moving forward with plans to modernize its navy through the procurement of two multi-role corvettes, with projected costs ranging from €660 million to €1.6 billion depending on...

January 13, 2026
Admin
Soldier Systems
R&D

ATN Launches Advanced Sixth-Gen Thermal Optics

ATN is redefining modern thermal optics with the introduction of its sixth-generation product family, which blends artificial intelligence, improved sensor resolution, and ruggedized designs for demanding operational environments. At...

January 13, 2026
Admin
Unmanned Systems
Procurement & Contracts

Germany Buys Eight MQ-9B Maritime Drones

Germany is expanding its maritime intelligence and anti-submarine warfare posture through the acquisition of eight MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones, a move designed to complement its existing fleet of P-8A Poseidon...

January 13, 2026
Admin
Soldier Systems
R&D