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June 24, 2026
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Unmanned Systems
R&D

Navy Pushes Next-Gen Stealth UCAV Program

The Indian Navy is moving forward with the development of a carrier-operable stealth combat drone designed to support future naval operations. Building upon technologies from the Ghatak unmanned aircraft...

June 24, 2026
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Communication and Electronics
R&D

New Patria Radar Boosts Projectile Tracking

Patria has launched an advanced passive radar platform that uses existing broadcast signals to detect and monitor airborne threats without transmitting radio-frequency emissions. The technology can reportedly follow as...

June 24, 2026
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Land Platforms
R&D

New System Lets Vehicles Engage Drones on Move

Seeking to improve battlefield defenses against unmanned aerial systems, the US Army has fielded advanced fire control software that allows weapons to engage drones while maneuvering. The system leverages...

June 24, 2026
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Communication and Electronics
R&D

New Jammer Targets Modern Navigation Signals

HENSOLDT has expanded its electronic warfare portfolio with the launch of SkyBarrier, a mobile jamming solution capable of targeting multiple satellite navigation systems. Intended for both defense and government...

June 24, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Precision Strike Missile Output Set to Expand

Lockheed Martin has secured a major contract increase from the US Army to accelerate manufacturing and sustainment of the Precision Strike Missile. Valued at $8.4 billion, the modification supports...

June 23, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Canada Takes Delivery of First H135 for Next-Generation Aircrew Training

The first Airbus H135 helicopter intended for Canada’s Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) program has been delivered, supporting the next phase of training for Royal Canadian Air Force personnel. The...

June 23, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
R&D

Estonia Boosts Air Defense Capability With First IRIS-T SLM System

Diehl Defence has completed the delivery of the first IRIS-T SLM medium-range air defense system to Estonia, providing the country with a significantly expanded air defense capability. Stationed at...

June 23, 2026
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Land Platforms
R&D

Teledyne Unveils 360-Degree Vision Systems for Military Vehicles

Teledyne FLIR Defense has unveiled three advanced HD vision systems aimed at strengthening vehicle awareness and operational effectiveness across modern combat environments. The company’s latest offering includes the ThermoVision...

Canada Secures Over-the-Horizon Radar Capability Through $2.5B Agreement

Australia and Canada have signed a landmark $2.5-billion agreement that will deliver an Over-the-Horizon Radar system to bolster Canada’s Arctic surveillance and defense capabilities. The contract advances the Arctic...

June 23, 2026
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Land Platforms
New Product Launches

Thales Unveils Upgraded Bushmaster 5.6 for Multi-Mission Operations

A new Bushmaster PMV variant developed by Thales Australia brings enhanced survivability, improved communications, and expanded mission capabilities to the proven vehicle platform. Named the 5.6 Mulga Utility Variant,...