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November 19, 2024
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Greece to Receive F-16 Engine Support Under $160 Million US Deal

The US State Department has given its approval for a $160 million foreign military sale to Greece, providing F-16 engine support services. This comprehensive package is designed to ensure...

November 19, 2024
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German Armed Forces Receive First of Potential 82 H145M Helicopters from Airbus

Less than a year after the contract was signed, Airbus Helicopters has delivered the first of up to 82 H145M helicopters to Germany from its Donauwörth site. The Bundeswehr,...

November 18, 2024
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US Military Awards $277M T-54A Trainer Contract to Textron

Textron Aviation has secured a $277 million contract to manufacture T-54A next-generation trainer aircraft for the US military. This agreement includes the delivery of 26 aircraft to the US...

November 18, 2024
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China Unveils PL-15E Missile and J-35A Fighter, Raising Security Concerns for India

The Zhuhai Air Show in Guangdong province, southern China, is showcasing a range of advanced aerial technology, including the J-20, Russia’s Su-57 fifth-generation fighter, and the newly revealed J-35A....

November 15, 2024
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Italian Coast Guard Expands Fleet with ATR 42 Maritime Aircraft from Leonardo

Leonardo has been awarded a contract to deliver a multirole maritime patrol aircraft to the Italian Coast Guard, utilizing its ATR 42-600 commercial airframe. This acquisition aligns with the...

US Delivers Initial Batch of ATACMS Missiles to Taiwan

Taiwan has received its initial shipment of MGM-140 Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) from the United States, marking a notable boost to its defense capabilities. Although the number of...

US Navy Awards $900M Naval Strike Missile Deal to Kongsberg

The US Navy and Marine Corps have signed a significant contract with Kongsberg for the supply of its Naval Strike Missile (NSM). This five-year procurement deal is valued at...

November 14, 2024
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Turkey to Supply Bayraktar Akinci Drones to Morocco, According to Report

Morocco is reportedly preparing to receive an unspecified number of Bayraktar Akinci drones from Turkey, with deliveries slated to begin in February 2025, according to local media sources. The...

November 13, 2024
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‘Greyshark’: Euroatlas Debuts Advanced Autonomous Underwater Vehicle

German defense company Euroatlas has unveiled its new autonomous underwater vehicle, Greyshark, at the Euronaval 2024 exhibition in Paris. Tailored for undersea reconnaissance and surveillance, Greyshark is engineered to...

French Patrol Vessels to Be Equipped with Cerbair Drone Detection Technology

France’s defense procurement agency has awarded a contract to Cerbair to provide drone detection capabilities for seven new offshore patrol vessels of the French Navy. The company will supply...