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April 28, 2026
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AI Counter-Drone Trials Begin in Romania

Bucharest has moved closer to deploying a new AI-powered anti-drone capability after testing the Merops counter-UAS system at Romania’s Capu Midia range near the Black Sea. Defence Minister Radu...

April 28, 2026
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Communication and Electronics
R&D

Tunisia Border Upgrade Gets US Approval

Tunisia is set to receive a major upgrade to its border protection systems after the US cleared a $95-million defense assistance package focused on surveillance and rapid response capabilities....

Autonomous Gatling Gun Counters Swarms

India’s indigenous counter-drone sector has advanced with the unveiling of TRIYAM-3D, a new AI-enabled autonomous defense system from Bharat Supply & Support Alliance. Designed for modern aerial threats, the...

New Semi-Auto Shotgun for CUAS Roles

India’s SSS Defence has entered the tactical shotgun segment with the launch of the T12, a semi-automatic 12-gauge platform designed for modern combat and security roles. The magazine-fed weapon...

Brazil plans to double Tamandaré frigate fleet

Germany and Brazil have signed an agreement to procure four additional Tamandaré-class frigates for the Brazilian Navy. Construction will be handled by Águas Azuis Consortium, which includes Thyssenkrupp Marine...

Australia selects Rolls-Royce turbines for ships

Canberra has selected Rolls-Royce to supply MT30 gas turbines for the Royal Australian Navy’s Mogami-class frigates under a joint program with Japan. The propulsion system, integrated with diesel engines,...

April 27, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

US boosts F-35 test fleet for faster upgrades

The US Department of Defense has awarded Lockheed Martin a $177.49 million contract to build three F-35 flight sciences test aircraft. These aircraft will support Block 4 upgrades across...

Australia invests $855M in Bushmaster fleet

Australia has committed 1.2 billion AUD to strengthen its ground vehicle fleet. This includes acquiring 268 new Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicles from Thales and upgrading existing Hawkei vehicles and...

April 27, 2026
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Air Platforms
Procurement & Contracts

Leonardo pushes M-346 jet deal with Morocco

Leonardo is intensifying efforts to secure a jet trainer contract in Morocco with its M-346 Master aircraft. The platform is positioned as a modern solution for pilot training, though...

April 27, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

Tejas Mk1A induction nears as HAL upgrades

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited has issued a small infrastructure tender at its Bengaluru facility, signaling preparations for the Tejas Mk1A induction. The upgrade targets VVIP areas within the Customer Service...