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Australia Taps EOS for Redback Weapons

Hanwha Defence Australia has awarded Electro Optic Systems (EOS) a 108-million Australian dollar contract to deliver R400 Remote Weapon Systems for the LAND 400 Phase 3 program, marking a...

India Orders Anti-Drone Units From Paras

Paras Anti-Drone Technologies has secured a 461.9 million rupee ($5.2 million) contract from India’s Ministry of Defense to supply state-of-the-art counter-drone systems. These systems utilize radio frequency jamming and...

October 8, 2025
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Missile & Missile Defence
Mergers & JV

Shared Patriot System Links Germany, Swiss

Germany and Switzerland are considering joint acquisition of the Patriot air defense system as part of broader efforts to bolster European security and military interoperability. Under the European Sky...

October 8, 2025
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Marotta to Power Bell’s New Assault Helo

Bell Textron has selected Marotta Controls to supply a power inverter for the US Army’s MV-75 FLRAA, supporting the aircraft’s advanced onboard systems while preserving its lightweight and energy-efficient...

Secret Deal Sends Trucks From Germany to Ukraine

Germany has quietly secured a significant order exceeding 1,000 Mercedes-Benz Zetros military trucks for Ukraine, supplementing roughly 340 vehicles previously delivered since Russia’s invasion began, according to FAZ. Reportedly...

US Navy Awards Kratos AN/SPY-1 Upgrade Deal

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has been awarded a Phase 1 contract by the US Navy to establish an in-house sustainment program for the AN/SPY-1 radar, a cornerstone sensor...

October 8, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

New Lockheed VTOL Merges Drone, Helicopter

Sikorsky, part of Lockheed Martin, has introduced the Nomad, a next-generation VTOL drone series that merges helicopter vertical lift capabilities with fixed-wing flight efficiency. Equipped with twin proprotors and...

October 7, 2025
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Air Platforms
Mergers & JV

India, Brazil Discuss Barter Exchange for Aircraft

India and Brazil are reportedly working on a groundbreaking defense deal based on a barter system, allowing both sides to exchange high-value platforms rather than conduct cash-based transactions. Sources...

October 7, 2025
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Swedish Air Force Adds Four C-390 Millennium Jets

Sweden has officially joined the list of nations operating Embraer’s C-390 Millennium, acquiring four aircraft as part of its air mobility modernization drive. The move aligns Stockholm with Austria...

October 7, 2025
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Land Platforms
New Product Launches

‘Rudra Brigade’ Embodies India’s Modern Battle Shift

The Indian Army has established the Rudra Brigade, an advanced combat formation crafted to enhance operational agility, precision, and speed across multiple battle domains. The move underscores India’s commitment...