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Australia Cleared to Buy 160 US Javelin Missiles

Australia will receive approval to buy 161 Javelin LWCLU launchers, spares, and training gear in a $97.3M US arms deal. These launchers, 30% smaller and 25% lighter than earlier...

August 21, 2025
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

US Army Awards Sikorsky $43M for Black Hawk Upgrades

Lockheed Martin’s Sikorsky secured a $43M award to upgrade US Army Black Hawks with digital backbones, autonomy potential, and improved payload systems. The modernization aligns with Army goals of...

August 21, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
New Product Launches

New Cargo Drone Launched by Grid Aero for Long Hauls

California-based Grid Aero introduced its heavy-lift cargo drone, the Lifter-Lite, optimized for long-haul missions. Combining traditional controls with AI, it supports logistics and reconnaissance in contested regions. Rapidly built,...

August 21, 2025
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Unmanned Systems
Procurement & Contracts

US Army Wants Prototype Ground Drone for Troops

The US Army is soliciting input for a robotic ground vehicle prototype for armored brigades. Required to transport heavy payloads and maneuver challenging routes, the unmanned system must support...

August 20, 2025
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Soldier Systems
Mergers & JV

Manila, Washington Approve 500 Joint Drills

Washington and Manila have approved more than 500 joint military operations for 2026, reflecting a deepening security partnership. The agreement was finalized during the annual Mutual Defense Board-Security Engagement...

US Army, X-Bow Develop New GMLRS Motor

X-Bow Systems and the U.S. Army have launched a $13.9 million project to develop a new GMLRS rocket motor, aiming to improve the reliability and production of critical munitions....

Israel Showcases AI Video Tech in London

At DSEI 2025, Israeli firm Maris-Tech will present AI-enhanced video and battlefield computing solutions for defense forces. The system integrates real-time video with AI analysis, helping troops track threats,...

August 20, 2025
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Air Platforms
R&D

Shield AI Powers First Autonomous H145 Flight

Airbus completed the first autonomous flight of its H145 helicopter using Shield AI’s Hivemind system. The software acted as the pilot, integrating with Airbus’ Helionix avionics to manage mission...

August 20, 2025
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Land Platforms
New Product Launches

WW2 Cannon Revived as French Drone Hunter

The French Army transformed its World War 2 AA53 cannon into the PROTEUS Standard 1, a 20mm drone-hunting platform. Capable of firing 720 rounds per minute, it engages small...

Saab, Clavister Roll Out TactiGate XD Tech

Saab and Clavister introduced TactiGate XD, a system combining cyber and cross-domain technologies to allow secure data exchange across multiple classified networks. The platform integrates TactiGuard with CyberArmour to...