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September 2, 2025
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Naval Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

New Frigate BRP Diego Silang Nears Arrival

South Korea’s HD Hyundai has confirmed the near-term delivery of the BRP Diego Silang to Manila. Based on the HDF-3200 design, the vessel was upgraded to frigate status due...

September 2, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

Warsaw Reveals New Autonomous Mine-Layer

The Polish defense sector introduced the Bluszcz vehicle, designed to rapidly set minefields with precision. Operable manually, remotely, or preprogrammed for autonomy, the system carries 20 cartridges with five...

September 1, 2025
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Naval Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

BAE Systems Wins Norway Frigate Order

Norway has finalized a $10B defense contract with BAE Systems to acquire five to six advanced Type 26 frigates, marking a deepened naval alliance with Britain. The deal outpaced...

US Delivers MK 48 Torpedoes to Taiwan by 2028

Following setbacks, Taiwan will receive Mk 48 Mod 6 AT torpedoes from the US in phased deliveries from 2026 to 2028. The $178M deal includes simulators and 24 torpedoes,...

September 1, 2025
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Soldier Systems
R&D

New Chinese AR Goggles Enable Tank Vision

The Chinese military is fielding augmented reality goggles for tank and IFV operators, allowing crews to “see through” their vehicles’ armor. Linked to exterior cameras, the system provides a...

September 1, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

Gereon UGV Unveiled by ARX Robotics

ARX Robotics has presented its combat-ready Gereon UGV, developed for deployment in high-risk missions. Built on the Gereon RCS base, the platform incorporates AI features and the Mithra system,...

US Air Force Builds $211M Comms Hub in Guam

The Pentagon has allocated $211M for a new communications hub at Andersen AFB in Guam, awarding the contract to Nan Inc. Initial construction is funded with $91.3M, while NAVFAC...

September 1, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
Procurement & Contracts

Sweden Taps Saab for Large Underwater Drone

Saab has secured a $6.3M Swedish contract to design and test a large autonomous underwater drone. Equipped with seabed-mapping sensors and threat-detection tech, the LUUV will run on Saab’s...

Drone Connector Deal Awarded to Mobix Labs

Mobix Labs is delivering advanced EMI-resistant connectors for military drones, enhancing GPS reliability and secure communications. The same components are employed in tactical jets. The announcement coincides with progress...

September 1, 2025
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Air Platforms
R&D

F-16s in Poland to Get Viper Shield EW

The Polish Air Force has selected L3Harris’ Viper Shield EW suite for its fleet of F-16s, rejecting Northrop’s IVEWS offer. The upgrade transitions Block 52 fighters toward Block 70...