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Nigeria Secures $200M for Defense Industry

Nigus International Investment Limited and Elmirate Investment have entered into a major agreement to develop defense manufacturing capabilities in Nigeria. The initiative focuses on reducing reliance on imports by...

March 19, 2026
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Air Platforms
R&D

US Navy Creates Five New Acquisition Offices

The US Navy has introduced a new acquisition structure by creating five portfolio-based executive offices to improve efficiency and reduce delays. Each office will oversee specific areas, ensuring faster...

Mitsubishi Demos AI UAV Autonomy in Japan

Shield AI and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries are advancing drone autonomy by integrating intelligent software with rapid-prototyping drone platforms. In a recent test, drones demonstrated the ability to operate independently...

DroneShield Integrates Robin Radar Systems

DroneShield has partnered with Robin Radar Systems to strengthen its counter-drone solutions by incorporating 3D radar technology. This integration enhances the ability to detect and track low-flying drones across...

US Navy Eyes More Hammerhead Mines

The US Navy plans to expand its inventory of Hammerhead underwater mine systems through its existing contract with General Dynamics. Designed for anti-submarine warfare, the system can detect and...

Leonardo Strengthens Land Defense via Iveco Buy

Leonardo has completed a major acquisition of Iveco Group’s defense division, expanding its presence in land-based military systems. By integrating vehicle manufacturing with advanced electronics and defense technologies, the...

General Dynamics Wins $15B Submarine Contract

The US Navy has awarded a significant contract modification to General Dynamics Electric Boat to support the Columbia-class submarine program. These next-generation submarines are designed to replace older fleets...

March 18, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
Mergers & JV

Baltic Air Defense JV Signed by Diehl

German defense firm Diehl Defence has signed a memorandum of understanding with Latvia-based Ripo Remonta Centrs to jointly establish a regional support hub for advanced air defense systems. The...

March 18, 2026
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Weapons and Munition
Mergers & JV

Indigenous Loitering Munition JV in India

In a strategic move to enhance indigenous defense capabilities, Ananth Technologies and EndureAir Systems have partnered to develop advanced loitering munition systems tailored for modern warfare. The agreement, formalized...

March 18, 2026
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Missile & Missile Defence
Mergers & JV

Poland Entry via WB, Tantalit Deal

Swedish startup Nordic Air Defence is strengthening its presence in Eastern Europe by forming a strategic alliance with Poland’s WB Group and Tantalit to counter emerging drone threats. The...