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September 17, 2025
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Soldier Systems
New Product Launches

Safran Launches New Infrared Binoculars

Safran has officially launched the JIM SHARPHAWK, an advanced electro-optical system developed as the new-generation successor to its long-serving JIM Compact infrared binoculars. Positioned as a breakthrough in battlefield...

September 17, 2025
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Land Platforms
New Product Launches

KORKUT 100/25 SB Fires Smart Airburst

Turkish defense manufacturer ASELSAN has presented the KORKUT 100/25 SB, a newly developed mobile counter-drone system designed to safeguard forces against a broad spectrum of unmanned aerial vehicles. This...

September 17, 2025
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Training and Simulation
Mergers & JV

US Tests X10 Delta Drone in Training Mission

A live-fire experiment conducted by the Joint Multinational Training Group–Ukraine (JMTG-U) has demonstrated the growing utility of drones in precision strike operations. At the Grafenwoehr Training Area in Germany,...

September 17, 2025
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Communication and Electronics
Mergers & JV

UK Submarines to Get Next-Gen Sonar

Thales and BAE Systems have announced the next phase of their strategic partnership, aimed at delivering cutting-edge sonar technologies for the Royal Navy’s submarine fleet. This collaboration, which builds...

Netherlands to Get $570M AMRAAM Missiles

The United States has authorized a prospective foreign military sale to the Netherlands valued at approximately $570 million, featuring RTX’s AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAMs). The deal...

September 17, 2025
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Japanese F-15s Deployed to NATO Europe, N. America

Japan has initiated Operation “Atlantic Eagles,” deploying a contingent of aircraft and personnel to strengthen its defense ties with NATO. The mission involves 180 troops and eight aircraft, including...

September 17, 2025
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Naval Platforms
New Product Launches

Navantia Launches Early F-110 Frigate

Spain has celebrated a milestone in naval modernization with the launch of the F-111 Bonifaz, the first of five F-110-class frigates designed to strengthen the Spanish Navy’s capabilities. Launched...

September 17, 2025
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Weapons and Munition
Procurement & Contracts

UK to Enhance Firepower of L111A1 HMG

Britain’s L111A1 heavy machine gun will undergo a substantial upgrade under a new contract valued at £20 million ($27.3 million) with FN Herstal, reinforcing the Ministry of Defense’s commitment...

BAE CV90s to Get GPS Anti-Jam From Raytheon UK

Raytheon UK has secured a contract from BAE Systems to supply its Landshield Plus GPS anti-jamming system for integration into the CV90 infantry fighting vehicle. The deal focuses on...

September 16, 2025
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Peru to Buy $3.4B F-16 Jets From US

The US has approved a potential $3.42-billion deal to supply Peru with 12 F-16 Block 70 jets alongside advanced weapons and support systems. The acquisition is expected to reinforce...