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March 24, 2026
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Naval Platforms
R&D

US, Japan Test SPY-7 for Aegis Ships

The Missile Defense Agency has successfully conducted its first live-target tracking test using the AN/SPY-7(V)1 radar, advancing integration with Japan’s Aegis-equipped vessels. Conducted with Lockheed Martin and the Japan...

Zen Expands Defense Portfolio With AI

Zen Technologies is expanding beyond simulators into advanced defense technologies, including remote weapon stations, counter-drone systems, and AI-based training solutions. Strategic acquisitions such as Tisa Aerospace and Bhairav Robotics...

March 24, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

Su-30MKI to Get New DRDO Cruise Missile

DRDO has approved the LRASSCM program to enhance Indian Air Force strike capabilities. The supersonic missile, likely powered by ramjet technology, will enable long-range precision attacks on land and...

US Army Picks Elbit for Helo HUD Systems

The US Army has awarded Elbit Systems America a $49.9 million contract to supply advanced heads-up display (HUD) systems for its UH-60 Black Hawk and CH-47 Chinook helicopter fleets....

Rheinmetall Upgrades Italian Anti-Tank Mines

Rheinmetall and the Italian Ministry of Defence have signed an agreement to modernize a large portion of Italy’s MATS anti-tank mine inventory. The project, led by Rheinmetall’s subsidiary RWM...

March 23, 2026
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Land Platforms
Mergers & JV

BAE Expands Vehicle Parts Production in Brazil

BAE Systems Hägglunds has partnered with Knightec Group Brazil to establish local production of military vehicle components in Resende. The collaboration focuses on supporting the BvS10 amphibious vehicle program,...

Hanwha, ONEX Target Greece Defense Programs

Hanwha Ocean has entered into a strategic partnership with ONEX Shipyards & Technologies Group to support naval defense programs in Greece. The agreement positions both companies as key partners...

AV Wins $117M Army Drone Contract

AeroVironment has secured a $117 million contract to supply its P550 long-range reconnaissance UAVs to the US Army under its LRR program. The electric vertical takeoff and landing drone...

March 22, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

Inside the E-2D Hawkeye AWACS

The E-2D Hawkeye represents the latest advancement in airborne early warning and command systems, providing naval forces with enhanced detection and coordination capabilities. Equipped with cutting-edge radar and communication...

Reaper Drones Deployed for Recon Ops

The United States is supporting Nigeria’s counterinsurgency efforts by deploying MQ-9 Reaper drones for intelligence and surveillance missions. Based in Bauchi state, these systems provide critical data to Nigerian...