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June 4, 2025
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Naval Platforms

$5B Deal Signed to Accelerate Virginia Submarine Builds

To speed up submarine delivery schedules, the Defense Logistics Agency has tapped six vendors through a $5-billion procurement contract for the Virginia-class submarine fleet. The focus is on enhancing...

June 4, 2025
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Air Platforms

Philippines Signs Second FA-50 Fighter Jet Deal Amid Fleet Modernization Drive

The Philippines has reportedly entered into a $700 million agreement with Korea Aerospace Industries to acquire 12 FA-50 fighter jets, boosting its air force amid rising regional and internal...

June 4, 2025
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Air Platforms

Thailand Commits to Saab Gripen Fighters, Rejecting F-16s in Defense Overhaul

Thailand has announced the decision to buy four Gripen E/F jets from Sweden’s Saab, prioritizing advanced features and long-term compatibility over the U.S.-made F-16, in a deal estimated at...

June 4, 2025
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Communication and Electronics

$536 Million Navy Deal Puts Raytheon’s SPY-6 Radars on Track for 60+ Ships

Under a newly awarded $536 million contract, Raytheon will continue to deliver SPY-6 radar systems and associated services to the U.S. Navy, including system integration, training, and engineering support....

June 4, 2025
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Air Platforms

RNZAF NH90 Helicopters Get Full Fleet Overhaul for Greater Precision and Safety

New Zealand’s Air Force has delivered a fleet-wide NH90 modernization, focusing on software architecture, identification systems, and flight automation. The project was conducted at Base Ohakea, one of the...

June 4, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Rolls-Royce Secures Contract to Equip Korea’s Ulsan Frigates with Hybrid Propulsion

The Republic of Korea Navy will equip its future Ulsan-class warships with propulsion systems from Rolls-Royce, including its signature MT30 turbine, as well as diesel generators and propeller systems....

June 3, 2025
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Naval Platforms

Modern Landing Vessel Unveiled by Yantar USC

The Russian Navy has taken delivery of the RFS Vladimir Andreyev, the third ship in the Ivan Gren-class series, at a ceremony conducted by Yantar USC in Kaliningrad. This...

June 3, 2025
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Air Platforms

Airbus Completes Helicopter Delivery to Spanish Fleet

The Spanish Navy has added two NH90 MSPT helicopters to its fleet, delivered by Airbus Helicopters as part of a multi-phase modernization initiative. These are the first deliveries from...

June 3, 2025
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Land Platforms

Italian Military May Acquire New BvS10 Platforms

Iveco Defence Vehicles and BAE Systems Hägglunds have signed a memorandum of understanding to promote the BvS10 all-terrain armored vehicle for service with the Italian Armed Forces. The agreement...

June 3, 2025
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Weapons and Munition

Precision Rifle Scopes From Norway Ready for Deployment

The Norwegian military is enhancing its sniper capabilities with a newly signed $9 million contract awarded to Bertel O. Steen Defence & Security. The deal will provide forces with...